Abram Jackson
Details
Psychology (Industrial-Organizational)
Virginia Tech
1996 : 2000
High School Diploma
Bluefield High
1993 : 1996
U.S. Coast Guard
IT Cybersecurity Specialist, Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt
Managed all Hampton Roads accounts. Numerous geographically distributed clients and workforce. Team includes program / project managers, functional experts, communicators, process improvement practitioners, IT service management experts, technical writers, and analysts
Provided range of services to Federal clients, including strategic planning, program / project management, business performance management, Continual Process Improvement (CPI) / Lean Six Sigma (LSS), training development and execution, facilitation, and metrics development / data analysis
Managed business development processes, including capture / proposal management, content development / review, and compliance.
Facilitated improvement efforts and projects, including process mapping / analysis, data / metrics analysis, solution development, business process reengineering, and control system implementation.
2010 : 2020
JPI
Manager, Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt, and Business Development Lead
Developed and updated courseware for Lean, Six Sigma, and Theory of Constraints classes
Taught a range of classes (Lean Six Sigma Yellow, Green, Black Belt, and Value Stream Champions) for clients across Department of Navy
Facilitated and executed strategic planning, CPI projects, and Kaizen events
2009 : 2010
Norfolk Naval Shipyard
Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt, Instructor
Supported Department of Navy (DoN) Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center-Atlantic (SPAWAR-LANT)
Led and facilitated Lean Six Sigma (LSS) projects and events for the Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) integration program, resulting in aggregate ROI of >$10M savings in direct reductions and cost avoidance and improved throughput rates to meet Congressional mandates on time / under budget. Received Admiral Stan Arthur Award
Managed CPI Management System (central IT location for organizational CPI initiatives), including system administration, user accounts, data management, reporting, and training users
Taught LSS classes and mentored practitioners
2007 : 2009
TECHSOFT, Inc.
Senior Process Engineer
I took a hiatus from the grind to live out a life goal : being a happy and successful professional musician for a couple years. It was an amazing experience
2002 : 2004
House of Blues
Professional Keyboardist/Pianist/Musician
Skills
5S, Analysis, Black Belt, Business Performance Management, Business Process, Business Process Improvement, Business Process Mapping, Business Process Re-engineering, Computer Literacy, Continuous Improvement, Curriculum Development, Data Analysis, Employee Training, Federal Government, Government Experience, Kaizen, Leadership, Lean, Lean Manufacturing, LSS, Management, Measurement Systems, Metrics Analysis, Microsoft Office, Military, Organizational Change Management, Performance Improvement, Performance Management, Performance Metrics, Process Engineering, Process Improvement, Program Management, Project Management, Project Planning, Proposal Management, Security Clearance, Six Sigma, Strategic Planning, Team Management, Technical Writing, Theory of Constraints, Training & Development, Value Stream Mapping
About
Strong record of management consultation for executives in the US Armed Forces. Trusted adviser with providing a range of services, including strategic planning and analysis, business development (capture and proposal management), program and project management, solution facilitation, continual process improvement, and metrics development.
For clients: Drives organizational improvement by working with executive leadership to break down organizational silos, develop effective strategic plans and measurement systems across business functions, understand and benefit from data, and facilitate solution development in collaboration with workforce subject matter experts.
For employers: Increases the bottom line through organic growth and business development. Delivery of superior consulting services to Clients leads to identification, cultivation, and capture of growth opportunities. High proposal win percentage resulting from genuinely enjoying the proposal response process and embodying competitive spirit.
For professionals I manage: Drives high performance and morale by providing guidance, feedback, and support needed to succeed. Practices a management style that prioritizes client delivery, respect, work/life balance, and personal development.
Specialties: Strategic Planning; Continual Process Improvement / Performance Optimization; Program / Project Management; Business Development / Capture Management; Lean Six Sigma; Theory of Constraints; Facilitation and Training; Metrics and Dashboard Development / Analysis; Team Management
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