Atlas UP

Head of Business Development

•	Drive the development and implementation of customer-centric strategies that identify and expand membership and retention for an SaaS productivity software startup utilizing AI to increase productivity and insights; to date, this has entailed creating targeted customer acquisition campaigns, developing innovative programs and initiatives to engage and onboard customers, and analyzing both customer and industry data to identify trends and opportunities for attracting high-value members. 

•	Team effectively with customers to understand needs and develop sustainable solutions that leverage the latest AI technology to improve business productivity and support long-term membership.
 
•	Oversee the performance of a team of customer success professionals to ascertain all activities related to customer satisfaction are executed effectively and efficiently.

•	Provide vital guidance and leadership to the senior leadership, in addition to delivering staff support to functional areas to enable workers to properly perform essential functions.

•	Ensure funds for membership and programs are appropriately managed.

•	Approve projects, programs and major activities of staff related to programs.

•	Foster and maintain strong and productive relationships with both internal and external partners.

Chief Membership Officer

KITEWIRE Inc. (KITEWIRE Mobility)

•	Championed transformation of The Office of Naval Research, The Army Research Laboratory, the US Marine Corps Warfighting Laboratory, and other organizations by implementing Kitewire’s data-driven SaaS technology, which enabled analytics and real-time data capture of critical investment portfolios. 

•	Facilitated development of a new methodology mapping the relationship between project execution and strategic guidance to optimize investments in key technology areas.  

•	Responsible for significantly reducing the time required to generate insights needed to support senior leaders with decisive decision making, while simultaneously reducing workforce workload by reducing extraneous administration tasks via data automations. 

•	Recognized for making a major impact on the efficiency and effectiveness of the Department of Defense's Science and Technology organizations.

Deputy CEO

Deputy CEO, Director for Science and Technology

•	Tasked with developing and managing a leading-edge analytic capability using bibliometrics to support the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) Office of Technical Intelligence; this featured horizon scanning and early identification of technology areas, organizations, and individuals of significant military value to the United States. 

•	United with senior Pentagon officials to understand military and acquisition requirements, and developed a scalable solution that utilized advanced analytics techniques to extract insights from large volumes of open-source data. 

•	Fulfilled a vital role in the accreditation and implementation of this capability within secure military hosting environments; and developed strategies for integration of this analysis into the OSD Reliance 21 Strategic Planning framework; this effort enabled the Office of the Secretary of Defense to stay ahead of emerging trends and identify key technology and research areas significantly impacting future military strategy.

Director for Science and Technology

US Army

•	Accountable for having directly supported the Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army for Research and Technology in shaping long-term goals and objectives for Army investment; this was achieved by conducting and facilitating a range of technology wargames.  

•	Carried out a Future Problems and Challenges Wargame to shape the Army’s basic research investment areas.  

•	Aided development of a Future Technology Concept Wargame for Small Arms Overmatch for the Chief of Staff of the Army.  

•	Supervised Army engineering programs and facilitated integration with experimentation and demonstration events. 

•	Acted as an expert advisor in technology coordination and information sharing across the federal community.  

•	Excelled in brokering relationships with key organizations to include TRADOC, DHS, the Intelligence Community, The Naval Post Graduate School, and West Point Military Academy.

Director, Technology Wargaming Implementation

Developed and executed the US Army’s international Counter-Improvised Explosive Device (IED) engagement strategy for research and technology.  Established and led 12 technology information exchange agreements between the US Department of Defense and foreign partners which provided critical information exchanges in support of wartime operations and long term technology development.  Presented on US Counter-IED technology investments at NATO HQ and other international forums. Served as the principle US technical lead in developing a multi-national Counter-IED investment strategy for the Conference of America's Armies.

International Relations Lead, RDECOM Counter-IED Task Force

Served as an expert technical advisor and coordinator of US Army investments in Counter-IED research and development activities. Briefed Army senior leadership and scientific community on the feasibility of promising technologies in support of urgent Warfighter requirements.  Authored and supported policy guidance to include the technical input in the US Army’s Counter-IED Strategy Document, Counter-IED reports to Congress (HASC and SASC), TRADOC's General Officer Steering Committee; and the international engagement strategy for the Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army for Defense Exports and Cooperation. Supported the Joint IED Defeat Organization in assessing the feasibility and application of technology advancements and scientific studies in areas of protection, detection, neutralization and prediction.  Developed and recommended plans for future Counter-IED initiatives, proposals, and activities.

Director, RDECOM Counter-IED Task Force

Supported the Director in executing the mission of the laboratory to provide world class sensors for the Department of Defense. Monitored engineering projects in optics, radars, lasers, modeling and simulation from industry, academia and government agencies for the Director and his staff.  Provided internal administrative support and conflict resolution between the front office and external agencies.

Executive Officer to the Director, Night Vision & Electronic Sensors Directorate

Developed and executed the short and long term plans of the Special Operations Low Intensity Conflict Humanitarian Deming Program to counter explosive threats through unique engineering efforts in electrical, mechanical, and robotic technologies.  Served as a Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative (COTR) for both US and international contracts.  Developed, executed and monitored program budgets, proposal selections and contract creation.  Conducted oversea technology assessments and equipment training to include the development of support packages and logistic strategies.  Provided direct technical support, training and troubleshooting for operators working in hostile environments.

Project Lead, Humanitarian Demining Program, SO/LIC

Responsible for building and equipment maintenance of the Harrisburg hub and its sixteen satellite facilities. Designed engineering drawings for the construction of new structures, renovations and equipment installation.  Conducted auditing in support of federal and state requirements.

Engineering Supervisor

As a forward-thinking strategist and change agent with over 20 years of professional experience spanning government, business, and military sectors, I empower organizations to embrace the future with resilience and innovation. Recognized for my adeptness in leveraging technical and operational prowess, I champion the paradigm shift from fear of change to harnessing it as a tool for progress. With an unwavering commitment to exceed performance goals, I endeavor to maximize operational output through efficient resource utilization, thus ensuring the holistic growth of individuals and organizations alike.

Currently serving as the Chief Membership Officer at Atlas UP, my vision extends beyond conventional leadership. I take pride in spearheading customer-centric strategies that fuel membership growth and retention for our SaaS productivity software startup. Through targeted customer acquisition campaigns, innovative member engagement, and meticulous industry data analysis, I aim to cultivate a culture of adaptability and continuous learning. By overseeing the performance of customer success teams, I ensure satisfaction and efficiency are not mere metrics, but a lived reality for our clients.

In a world rapidly evolving through technology, my professional pillars encompass strategic development, customer experience, international relations, and tech tools, emphasizing the importance of security requirements and product development. I balance these with an unwavering focus on team leadership excellence, ensuring a culture of transparency and accountability in driving business forward with minimal expenditures.

My colleagues perceive me as a visionary, a seasoned technical and operations executive with an eye for detail and a finger on the pulse of future trends. With a knack for delivering superior solutions that yield positive results, my approach is founded on a firm belief in people's potential for change and progress. It is my conviction that every individual and organization can become their best selves when we view change not as a challenge, but as an opportunity for growth and transformation.

Nathan Burkholder

Roelto

Since 2009 I have been helping people & organisations across many industries, increase business and project performance to deliver outcomes successfully, by creating 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐏𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐨 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 (𝐒𝐏𝐌) 𝐑𝐨𝐚𝐝𝐦𝐚𝐩𝐬 using 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐩𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐮𝐝, with 𝐈𝐒𝐎 44001 collaborative working.

𝗥𝗼𝗲𝗹𝘁𝗼 𝐕.𝐄.𝐍.𝐓.𝐔.𝐑.𝐄 𝐑𝐨𝐚𝐝𝐦𝐚𝐩, powered by SharpCloud, enables our customers to connect their "data silos" & hybrid workers to see their project/business data in a more integrated, dynamic & collaborative way.

To adopt Roadmapping, its important to develop a collaborative and data driven culture & business process.  This is achieved by enhancing your collaborative behaviours & understanding of Roadmaps.

Integrating your Roadmaps to deliver 𝐒𝐏𝐌, people can visualise their data, share it, interact & collaborate with other people, increasing performance, uncovering insights and simplifying complex decision making.  As a result both tangible & intangible benefits are delivered.

𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗨𝗔𝗟 𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗟𝗔𝗕𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝐑𝐎𝐀𝐃𝐌𝐀𝐏𝐒 - 𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐂 𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐅𝐎𝐋𝐈𝐎 𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐀𝐆𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓

Here are some projects, to see how working in a visual and collaborative way using 𝐒𝐏𝐌 Roadmaps can immediately improve your project/business performance, innovation and profitability/outcomes.

✅ Project Portfolio Management: TfL (DLR), capital programmes/projects Roadmap, 269 days saved p.a.
✅ Strategic & Technology Roadmapping: ActionAid, Global Financial System, + Dashboards for 46 countries
✅ Workshops & Client Engagement: Linesight, Performance Management & Strategy online workshop in US, EMEA & AP completed in 1 day
✅ Transformation Programme: MoD supplier, Strategic, Portfolio Management, all projects in one place

𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒
✅ Roadmapping Audit
✅ ISO 44001 Collaboration Gap Analysis
✅ SharpCloud Discovery Call/Demo
✅ SharpCloud/R-VCS Trial

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 📧  jason.hier@roelto.com

Founder and Director

Chaucer Group

Supporting Chaucer and their clients to visualise their data using SharpCloud with specific focus on Project and Portfolio Management, Strategic and Technology Roadmapping and Client Engagement.

Discover how you can enhance you project and service agility, collaboration and productivity using Chaucer SharpCloud solutions.

SharpCloud Solution Lead

Bovis Lend Lease - Technology Division

Business, Operational and Technology Consulting services incorporating, business & technology analysis, compliance and programme/project management within the Life Sciences and Construction industry sectors.

Director -  Management & Technology Consulting

Directly responsible for the P&L, leadership and overall Management of BLL operations in the Island of Ireland, focussing on Commercial and Life Science projects.

Projects ranged from design build, commission and validation of pharmaceutical facilities, including the design, configuration, deployment and validation of Automation and IT systems.

Director & Head of Bovis Lean Lease Ireland

Responsible for all activities and services provided in Ireland for both Commercial and Life Sciences projects.

Services included:
Master Planning, Concept Design and BIM
Procurement
Construction Management
Project Management
Integrated Commissioning and Validation, Quality and Regulatory Compliance
IT and Automation Consulting and Project management

Director - Head of Bovis Lend Lease Ireland

Business Leader for Consulting Services in the Americas for Life Sciences, operating within the Global Markets Division as part of the senior leadership team. 

Also Director and Head of BLL Ireland responsible for Capital Delivery and Consulting services in the Island of Ireland.

Senior Vice President Consulting BLL Americas and Head of BLL Ireland

Started up a new consulting practice serving the Pharmaceutical Life Sciences and allied industries within the Americas.  Services included:
- Master Planning, Operational Improvement and Management support
- Technology (Process, IT and Automation) Roadmaps, and project management
- Regulatory Compliance and Validation, including Auditing, Validation Master Plans, Integrated Commissioning and Validation (DQ,IQ, OQ, PQ and PV), Program and Project Management.

Projects delivered as standalone or part of a capital delivery including Biotech, OSD, Laboratories, Vaccine, Packaging both in R&D and Manufacturing.

Senior Vice President of Consulting Americas

Bovis Tanvec Group Limited

Started a new Systems and IT Division providing Management Consulting, IT, Automation and Compliance services to Life Science organisations.  Grew business to over 50 consultants delivering projects globally.

Project delivery included:

Management Consultancy focussed on business strategy, technology and validation regulatory compliance roadmaps.

IT consulting, evaluation, selection and delivery of ERP, MES, LIMS, DMS and other GxP management applications and systems.

Process and Laboratory automation including consulting, design and delivery of PLC, SCADA, DCS, Data Historians, PAT, HPLC/GC and instrumentation.

Validation of existing and new facilities, processes, equipment and systems including Validation Master Plans, Integrated Commissioning & Validation (DQ,IQ,OQ,PQ&PV), Mock Audits, Supplier/Technology Assessment's and Audits, SOPs and GxP training.

Director

Pharmaceutical Engineering Design - Tanshire Group

Responsible for establishing and growing the computer validation group and managing the delivery overall validation services to Life Sciences clients internationally.

Computer Validation projects typically include one or more of the following systems:

Process Control Systems (PLC, SCADA, DCS and Data Historians)
Building and Environmental Management Systems
Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
Document Management Systems (DMS)
Laboratory Information management Systems (LIMS)
Warehousing and Inventory Control Systems
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Materials Resource Planning

Validation Manager

Centocor

Resposible for Process Automation, Industrial IT and Validation at the Leiden Facility in The Netherlands and supported the St Louis facility in MO, USA.

Technical Manager

Lonza

Responsible for all engineering aspects within Celltech (now Lonza) production facility based in Slough UK.  Developed and implemented Celltech computer validation programme, which was successfully audited on several occasions by the MCA (now MHRA), FDA, TAG and many customer audits.

Production Engineering Manager

As a commissioning engineer for ABB (formerly Kent Industrial/Process Controls) I was responsible for installing and commissioning new process control systems and instrumentation across a wide sector of industries including organisations such as the "Jet Project" Oxford, Glaxo (GSK) Jealott's Hill, Fullers Brewery and Thames Water.

Commissioning Engineer

National Grid Energy Services

After becoming process control instrument engineer, I moved over to Operations to gain experience as a plant attendant at Pembroke Power Station, a 2000MW oil fired power station, formerly part of the CEGB).

Instrumentation and Control

𝐌𝐄𝐄𝐓 𝐉𝐀𝐒𝐎𝐍 ▶  As a SharpCloud Business Partner and accredited ISO 44001 Collaboration Facilitator, I deliver various types of business roadmaps and facilitate enhanced collaboration, to help business leaders deliver increased performance and profits, ensure their strategy and business operations are aligned and streamlined. Working collaboratively with business leaders like you, as an active member in the Institute for Collaborative Working and in conjunction with SharpCloud, I am best known for simplifying complex business processes and reporting, by co-creating different types of visual and collaborative business roadmaps.

𝐑𝐎𝐄𝐋𝐓𝐎 - 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐞 & 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 ▶ Business leaders come to us frustrated with the complexity and multiple "silos" of data, disjointed ways of working and misalignment in their business. Having to complete countless, repetitive meetings and reviews of ever changing spreadsheets and presentations is time-consuming and results in decisions being deferred or not being made at all. Our collaborative and visual roadmaps helps business leaders like you see the connections, opportunities and issues across your business, so you can make decisions confidently and quickly.

𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐕.𝐄.𝐍.𝐓.𝐔.𝐑.𝐄. 𝐑𝐎𝐀𝐃𝐌𝐀𝐏 ▶ Discover how to create and use Roadmaps to increase innovation, performance & reduce risk.  This online integrated course and roadmap delivery is the most comprehensive, in-depth and proven process, to learn and deliver your roadmaps. The 7 Step Roadmapping Process is supported by roadmap templates powered by SharpCloud, so you can create and publish your business roadmaps quickly and successfully deliver your business objectives and outcomes. This also includes direct support and advise from myself, to help integrate, create "Golden Threads" & get the most from your roadmaps and collaborative ways-of-working.

𝐋𝐄𝐓𝐒 𝐓𝐀𝐋𝐊 ▶ Message me on LinkedIn. Email hello@roelto.com or call: +44 (0)845 519 5934

𝐒𝐏𝐄𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐄𝐒 ▶ Business, Innovation, Technology, Collaboration and Strategy Roadmap Creation; Collaboration Advice and Training (ISO 44001); Corporate and Project Relationship Management Plans; Visual Collaboration; SharpCloud Advice, Support and Training; Digital and Collaboration Transformation; Strategic Portfolio Management; Life Sciences; Engineering & Construction; Aerospace & Defence; Charities/NGO's; Transport; Energy; Technology.

𝐎𝐔𝐓𝐒𝐈𝐃𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐊 ▶ I love to go cycling, sailing when I can, and watching Rugby. I enjoy travelling and catching up with friends.

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