Denise Richardson

Acquisition and Procurement Professional with an active Top Secret/SCI Clearance and over 24 years of distinguished service in the United States Army. Highly accomplished in delivering superior performance and achieving top-tier results in dynamic, demanding environments. Proficient in all phases of procurement, from contract planning to closeout, ensuring compliance with operational, financial, and regulatory requirements while driving significant cost savings.
Recognized for employing structured methodologies and critical thinking to analyze issues, evaluate alternatives, and implement innovative, high-quality decisions. Demonstrated success in guiding teams to exceed expectations, providing effective coaching and mentoring, and fostering collaborative relationships in rapidly evolving environments. Adept at conveying complex information with clarity to diverse audiences, easing understanding, and building trust across all organizational levels.  Managed and distributed over $20M in contract administration, consistently exceeding senior leadership expectations and achieving organizational goals. Delivered strategic guidance in procurement operations, using sound business judgment to ensure the best outcomes in complex, high-pressure environments.
 

Acquisition and Procurement Professional with an active Top Secret/SCI Clearance and over 24 years of distinguished service in the United States Army. Highly accomplished in delivering superior performance and achieving top-tier results in dynamic, demanding environments. Proficient in all phases of procurement, from contract planning to closeout, ensuring compliance with operational, financial, and regulatory requirements while driving significant cost savings.
Recognized for employing structured methodologies and critical thinking to analyze issues, evaluate alternatives, and implement innovative, high-quality decisions. Demonstrated success in guiding teams to exceed expectations, providing effective coaching and mentoring, and fostering collaborative relationships in rapidly evolving environments. Adept at conveying complex information with clarity to diverse audiences, easing understanding, and building trust across all organizational levels.  Managed and distributed over $20M in contract administration, consistently exceeding senior leadership expectations and achieving organizational goals. Delivered strategic guidance in procurement operations, using sound business judgment to ensure the best outcomes in complex, high-pressure environments.
 

EDUCATION | CERTIFICATION

Master of Arts (MA)| Procurement and Acquisition Management| Webster University Master of Business (MBA) | Information Technology Management | Trident University International
Bachelor of Science (B.S) | Computer Information Systems | Saint Leo University

Associate of Applied Science | Intelligence Operations | Cochise College
Certified Federal Contract Manager | Certification | National Contract Management Association| (In Pursuit)
Acquisitional Professional, Level 3 | Certified