Constance
COO/Managing Director - USA - iCEO #96595

Experience

20+ years’ experience driving growth as a COO and CFO, achieving a 265% increase in one role and growing an organization from $22M to $520M in another. I have executed successful turnarounds, secured significant contracts, and led multi-billion-dollar portfolios of mission critical defense programs, delivering on time and under budget. Specializing in defense and aerospace.

Major Achievements

- STRATEGY: Won 8 contracts totaling $457M, delivered 100% of milestones on time, and sold every private astronaut seat on 3 missions within 11 months, by executing strategic plan. - OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE: Led $2.2B portfolio of 25+ USG mission critical international programs. Delivered on time and under budget, amidst supply chain, labor, and geopolitical complications, while earning all “Excellent” CPARs. - GROWTH & SCALE: Grew revenue 415% in 3 years. Entered 5 new markets and gained 6 key contracts. Accomplished without increasing support resources.

Industry Sector Competencies

Software

bleeding edge

Aerospace

Defense

Private Equity

Professional Objectives

Function: Chief Operating Officer, Chief Financial Officer, Chief of Staff

Sector: Defense and aerospace

Interim Manager: Yes

Permanent Position: Yes

Operational: Yes

Availability: Full time

Prefered Locations: Denver, Washington DC, San Diego, and Seattle

Additional Professional Interests

Operational coaching on demand

Non executive director assignments

Countries Covered

Afghanistan

Ireland

USA

Operational Competencies

AI strategy (Professional)

ESG & sustainability strategy (Professional)

Technologies to market (Professional)

Business development (Expert)

Acquisition and shadow management (Expert)

New product or service launch (Professional)

Geographical expansion (Expert)

Company rescue or turnaround (Expert)