Brian Lagas

Background

About Brian Lagas

Program Manager with 20+ years of experience successfully leading complex initiatives across federal, nonprofit, and private-sector landscapes. I specialize in bridging strategy, execution, and partnerships—translating vision into operational success while fostering stakeholder alignment and measurable outcomes. I thrive in dynamic environments where collaboration, adaptability, and precision drive innovation. My experience spans lean manufacturing, supply chain resilience, business transformation, and ISO quality systems. I've led multi-agency working groups, guided sustainability and energy efficiency investments, and managed high-impact export strategies that drove international growth. With a background supporting manufacturers through NIST MEP and the Department of Defense, I bring a mission-driven approach to every engagement—balancing strategic thinking with hands-on leadership. Known for turning ambiguity into action, I build high-trust relationships and guide cross-functional teams through complex challenges. Whether facilitating technical partnerships, streamlining logistics, or leading stakeholder communications across national platforms, I bring clarity, consistency, and momentum to every initiative. Key Skills • Program Management • Project Management • Process Optimization • Lean Manufacturing • Continuous Improvement • Business Transformation • Strategic Partnerships • Supply Chain Management • Resilience Planning • Operational Excellence