Lawrence J. Connell, MBA

Experience

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  US Coast Guard

  Sept 1989 - Oct 2009

  Operations Manager / Performance Coach

  As a Performance Coach I guided a team of 425 Recruiters nation-wide in achieving, and exceeding, the Coast Guard recruiting mission for 8 years.Innovative, efficient and effective Coach / Team Leader with 15 years experience leading and developing teams and individuals to their fullest potential.3 years experience in IT contracting. Project Manager for the development and deployment of USCG Recruiting's Applicant Tracking and Contract building software.Key participating member in planning groups related to recruitment of military personnel and budget administration/execution process.Analyzed and evaluated the impact of objectives, operations, and resources on the feasibility of implementing new projects and programs.Formulated and analyzed the division's budget for appropriations.Verified and maintained financial records relating to administrative/program operations.8 years Program Management experience leading a variety of command and mission-related activities in support of the development, management, and execution of all Coast Guard’s active duty, Reserve, and non-academy officer recruiting programs. Oversaw the screening, processing, and reporting of all new recruits, as well as all programs associated with the recruitment process. Show less

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  U.S. Department of State

  Feb 2010 - Sept 2010

  International Outreach and Grants Manager

  As a Program Specialist I performed management and program support work, such as planning, research, analysis, communications, and Public Diplomacy liaison duties within the Americas (North and South America). The position required complex communication skills mainly due to language and cultural barriers. Being sensitive to the cultural perspective of each group was hallmark. To be trusted with the position, I had to demonstrate these types of sensitivities and communication skills.-I planned and executed numerous special projects relating to Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs, including two high-profile international youth events held within the State Department complex.-Social media community manager-Managed grants/cooperative agreements for multi-national groups.-Served as back-up executive officer as necessary; served as office administrator for Post and Bureau Profiles.-Advise in preparation of Public Diplomacy Section for Bureau Strategic Plan. Show less

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  Naval Air Systems Command

  Sept 2010 - Feb 2018

  Business Advisor / Contract Specialist

  DAWIA Certification, CONTRACTING, Level: IIIAs a Business Analyst and Advisor/Contract Specialist I strive to develop business arrangements that make good business sense; promote competition to ensure a fair and reasonable price; minimize administrative costs associated with the purchases that I make; conduct business with integrity, fairness, and openness; and fulfill pubic policy objectives. I act as the Lead Procurement Manager on the Program Integrated Project Teams chartered for each project I work. Portable business skills:-Personal Communication & Conflict Resolution: Working in teams necessitates that I be able to cultivate strong positive working relationships with a wide range of personalities and deal with potential conflicts constructively. I am able to listen and learn from each perspective, and able to be persuasive in business decisions with firm, just decisions.-Written Communication: Well written, thoroughly justified, and legally sound communication is a core principle that has been 'drilled' into me from the beginning; it must be defendable in court.-Time Management/Project Tracking: Each Program action is managed against its priority. I manage both long and short term projects.-Creative Problem Solving: Efficiency is at the core of all my procurements. Finding a fair and reasonable, cost efficient means of doing business is essential. I am small business focused and have negotiated terms that increase the value of small businesses and meet government cost efficiency goals concurrently.-Information Technology: I am proficient in the Microsoft Office suite and other Windows applications. I have 3 years experience as a Contracting Officers Rep/Technical Rep for IT based projects.-Extensive cost/pricing analysis experience.-11 years experience in applying analytical methods and techniques, such as task analysis, work simplification, workflow charts, workload management, and trend analysis to resolve issues and problems. Show less

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  NSWC Indian Head

  Feb 2018 - Mar 2023

  Contract Specialist

  - Managed bidding process and award of purchases and delivery orders forSupply and Services contracts.- Negotiated optimal contract terms and conditions to lessen business riskand maximize financial objectives.- Conducted quality reviews and monitored contract performance.- Negotiated with bidders to achieve fair, reasonable and positive outcomes.- Tracked resolution status on critical contracts and issues for programmanagement staff.- Managed full procurement cycle (cradle-to-grave) by planning, reviewing,soliciting, awarding, administering and closing out contract to achieveseamless transition at all levels of procurement.- Partnered with project managers to review costs and prepare budgets,subsequently reporting to clients.- Reviewed current contracts to identify upcoming contract expirations andcoordinated with stakeholders to analyze contract renewals andre-negotiation Show less

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  NSWC IHD

  Mar 2023 - now

  Contracting Officer