James Shappell

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About James Shappell

All views are my own and do not necessarily represent any organization with which I am affiliated.* Senior executive with 10+ years of driving transformational growth, operational excellence, and cross-functional alignment.* Expertise in leading enterprise-wide programs, optimizing processes, and managing HR, finance, IT, logistics, and communications.* Skilled at building high-performing teams, forging strategic partnerships, and translating vision into results. Former U.S. Army noncommissioned officer recognized for integrity, accountability, and decisive leadership. Areas of Expertise:* Enterprise Risk Management * Strategic Vision & Execution * Program & Project Management * Data-Driven Decision-Making * Vendor & Partnership Management * Collaborative Team Leadership Selected Career Achievements:* Serve as a senior leader within DCSA, driving strategic growth and operational efficiency—an expanded team from 55 to ~200, increased budget from ~$20M to $80M+, and doubled annual caseload from ~2,800 to 5,500+.* Advise agency leadership on DoD-wide risk mitigation strategies, aligning tactical initiatives with long-term goals—streamlined processes to reduce case backlog by cases) to an operating inventory of ~200.