ROBERTA CARSON, PROFESSIONAL CV (revised 12.31.15)
1. CURRICULUM VITAE
ROBERTA CARSON
1908 East View Drive, Norman, OK. 73071/ H: 405.593-2473/ C:405.593-2743/linkedin.com;
roberta_carvercarson@yahoo.com
Executive Profile
Seeking a dynamic role as a “Corporate Team Player” for a leading Domestic/International service
company, utilizing my related field of expertise to support, develop, review and execute its corporate objectives.
As a former Chief Operation Officer with company insight and oversight, I am committed to cost effective
management of resources and quality performance. I am an Executive professional offering outstanding
presentation, communication and cross-cultural team management skills. I am high-energy, results-oriented leader
with an entrepreneurial attitude, excelling in Proposal writing and development, Leadership, Government
Contracting, Business Development and Program Management.
I am a “Visionary Operations Executive” with solid experience managing all levels of multiple projects
with a matrix of services to include but not limited to Management, Operations and Administration. Performed
internal processes such as; HR functions; Payroll; Benefits; Accounts Receivables & Payables, Invoicing; Employee
Relationships & Resolutions; Security Clearances and Banking Relationships. Marketing endeavors consisted of
Power Point presentations, Marketing materials development, Host of Oral presentations for small to large
audiences. Attended all Contract site visits; marketing efforts with government customers; Trade Association
membership as well as executive board member. An Executive that is ambitious and accomplished with a proven
track record in performing mission-critical end results. An accomplished skilled negotiator in creating strategic
alliances in support of key business initiatives between organizational leaders and customers. Builds and retains
high performance teams by hiring, developing and motivating skilled professionals. Thoroughly enjoys networking,
marketing for new business opportunities and ventures.
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Specialties
Government Oral Presentations Training
- Facilitator
- Training and Development
- Cross-Cultured Communications, Public Presenter
2. Roberta Carson-Professional CV
1908 East View Drive
Norman, OK. 73071
Capture Management for Government Contracts
- Project Planning & Execution; Strategic Planning
- Contracts Negotiator
- Prime/Subcontracts Negotiator
- Start Ups and Acquisitions
Capture Coaching, Mentoring and Training in Proposal Management and Administration
- Solicitations requests to subscription, completion and submission of proposals
- Multi-Division Operations Management
. Small Business Entity Development
. Operational Start-Ups
. Project Management Training & Development
Strategic Planning and Facilitation
- Business Development
. Networking, Marketing and Trade Association Membership
- Partnering and Team Building; Methodology of “Principle-Centered Winning”
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Core Accomplishments
As a former Small Business entity of twenty-one years (1991-2011) I performed all aspects of New Business
development and New Business management. My company’s played a successful role in winning over $30MM in
Federal Government Contract revenue, consisting of forty-two (42) contract awards. I delegated and oversaw the
day-to-day operational functions and performance consisting of but not limited to a matrix of service contracts for
the Federal Government in Government Contracting U.S. military base installations nationwide. My achievements
are as follows: achievements.
I incorporated my business as a Small, Disadvantage Native American, and Women-Owned business on
November 4th
, 1991.
I certified the company into the Small Business Administration in their 8(a) Program for Small
Disadvantage Businesses doing business in the Federal Procurement arena.
I served as an Executive Board Member for several terms for our Trade Association/Contract Services
Association of America for government contractors.
I negotiated all our contract awards with our Government Customers and retained long lasting
relationships.
I worked “hands-on” with all our Contract Award start ups and the employee’s we hired. I like to think of
this as “Leading by Example”.
I received several awards and recognitions by the State of Oklahoma and the SBA (Small Business
Administration), along with special recognition by our Contracting Government Officials.
I was the recipient of the, “BLUE CHIP” Business Award.
I was recognized and Awarded as the 33rd
Fasting Growing Business by, INC 500.
3. Roberta Carson-Professional CV
1908 East View Drive
Norman, OK. 73071
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Professional Experience
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Consultant
OCONUS Management Consulting Services
Mantras “Bridging the Gap between Business and Government”
01/2013-Present
Norman, Oklahoma
I am a successful business mentor that can assist CEOs, Business Owners and Senior Executives to achieve business
success. My Consulting Services Prime Mission is to assist or provide assistance to “Other Companies” or “
Other Government Contractors” to break into government contracting to win US Government Contracts.
President, Chairman of the Board, Chief Executive Officer with a $30MM P&L responsibility.
21+ years of progressive executive experience with strong leadership skills, self-confidence and an
entrepreneurial spirit.
Strong business and financial acumen.
High self-awareness and emotional intelligence.
Contract & Subcontract Administration, Cradle to Grave
Project Management Skills
Business Development Skills
Staff Management and Mentorship
Proven track record; Dedicated to accomplishing goals for clients and management
Excellent Business Skills, technical writing, oral presentations
I have developed my business expertise to assist other business owners (clients) and management staff to seek
solutions that present challenges affecting their business infrastructures. Having a strong foundation as a former,
successful business owner I believe my experience, knowledge, sound judgment and business ethics sets me apart as
an “Expert” in field of business development. I am highly confident in my knowledge, expertise of excellence I am
highly committed in my exceptional customer service skills.
Consulting Services:
Establishing Required Data Base Registrations * Site Visit Support
Opportunity Identification * Training, Leadership and Team Building
Capture Planning * Contracts Negotiations
Teaming Support (Networking) * Security Clearance Support
Completion assessments win strategy development * SBA 8(a) Application Certification
Proposal Management Program Support
Review Team Support
Oral Presentation Support
Semi-Retirement 07/2011-2013
4. Roberta Carson-Professional CV
1908 East View Drive
Norman, OK. 73071
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) 11/1991 to 07/2011
FOUR WINDS Services, Inc. Altus, Oklahoma
Government Service(s) Contractor November 1991-2011. Managed and Operated a Small Business entity for the Federal Government
contracting procurement opportunities in the services sector of government procurement.
I have developed diverse skills in management for employee recruitment and retention; new business development with particular skills
in understanding the requirements pertaining to the individual contract performance requirements. Fully versed in contract
negotiations, development and proposal preparations.
Conducting all contract site start-up with new employee’s on all our bases nationwide.
Responsible for new business development; marketing efforts; networking; site visits; contract negotiations and contract customer
service relationships.
Developed new business relationships with Prime and Subcontractors.
Managed and operated day-to-day operations as a small business owner from its infancy.
Managed 25+ Contract Sites nationwide; Employed up to 300-employees
First five years of starting up the business, managed and operated all in-house payroll, taxes, benefits, HR functions, employee
relations (hiring & firing), accounting functions (Financials, Accts Receivable & Payables, Invoicing and Insurance Benefits).,
Established the businesses Security Clearances from “Secret” to “Top Secret” clearances as the FSO (Facility Security Officer).
Contracts Administrator 6/1989 to 08/1991
TERO TEK International, Inc.
Government Service(s) Contractor employee from June 1989 -1991. I was responsible for all contracting solicitation initiatives,
contract awards documents and all modification documents pertaining to each individual contract.
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Education
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High School Graduation/Diploma: General Required High School Studies
American School of Tangiers, Morocco, North Africa
Business Administration
Bridgeport University, Bridgeport, Connecticut
Associates of Arts: Business Administration
American College of Athens, Greece
Business Administration
Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, Oklahoma
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Additional Information
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Native American, Ponca Tribe of Oklahoma, USA (Caucasian/Native American)
Born in Pawnee, Oklahoma USA
Birth Date: May 17, 1960
Married: Denis M. Carson, Decorated-Retired CW4 Vietnam Helicopter Pilot of 22-years
Children: One (1); Sean P. Carson
Advice for Contacting Roberta: Diverse Management skills and capabilities. Willing to travel in support of business requirements
and/or location; International or domestically Executive Team Builder & Player, Strategic “Big Picture” individual. Preference of
work location: Domestic/International. Opened to a New Career Path utilizing my entrepreneurial business skills.
Extensive International Travels included: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia; Rome, Italy, Hamburg, Germany, Tangiers, Morocco/North Africa,
Athens, Greece. Resided 5 years Germany, 4 years Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, 1 year Tangiers, Morocco, 2 years Athens, Greece.
Educated Aboard: 3 years Marymount International School, Rome, Italy; 1 year International School of Hamburg, German; 2 years
American University of Athens, Greece.
Additional International Travels: Mexico, Canada, Gibraltar, Spain; Paris, France; London, United Kingdom; Kabul, Afghanistan;
Dubai, UAE; Muscat, Oman
Languages: English (Fluent); German (Fair); Arabic (Understanding); Moroccan Berber Arabic (Understanding); Greek
(Understanding)