Jackie Pinkston

Experienced Strategic Advisor and Procurement professional with a demonstrated history of working in the international environment with NATO Nations, NAVAIR, NAVSEA, NAVFACENGCOM and Army Contracting  as well as the Veterans Administration and Defense Health Agency for our military and veterans. Operational support lead to accelerate organizational effectiveness and mission readiness.  Acquisition professional in Acquisition Corps with a Lean Six Sigma black belt and a Balanced Scorecard Master Professional focused on Streamlined, Strategic Leadership with vision and focus on improving customer service.

Results-driven Executive Acquisition Professional and Subject Matter expert with 35 years of progressively broader experience in DoD, federal, and nato. Possess the right combination of leadership, technical knowledge, vision, energy, and strategic perspective to design and implement effective Acquisition growth initiatives.

Education: Master’s degree in Strategic Management & Public Policy, The George Washington University Washington, DC, 1995 | Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, University of Laverne, La Verne, CA, 1992

Professional Certifications and Training: Defense IT acquisitions and training (2015, 2016) | Continuing Education for Senior Leaders, (2014) | Balanced Scorecard Master Professional Training Certified (2013) | Leading in the Acquisition Environment (2013) | Army CES Civilian Advanced Course DL 2012 | Department of Defense Army Contracting Command Strategic Leadership Program graduate 2011-2012 | Federal Executive Institute (FEI) Leadership for a Democratic Society training 2010 | Program Management Six Sigma Black Belt certified 2010