Carol Ann Bartz
About Carol Ann Bartz
Carol Ann Bartz is the Vice President of PM Excellence at Akima, where she has worked since 2019. She has over 30 years of experience in federal government contracting and has held various leadership roles, including President of multiple Akima divisions and Deputy Vice President at General Dynamics.
Work at Akima
Carol Ann Bartz has held multiple leadership roles at Akima since 2008. She served as President of Wolverine Services from 2008 to 2019, overseeing operations in Lakewood and Colorado Springs, Colorado. In 2014, she became President of Akima Facilities Management, a position she held for five months. Bartz also served as General Manager of Sunik from 2018 to 2019. From 2015 to 2019, she was President of Akima Support Operations. Currently, she is the Vice President of PM Excellence, a role she has held since 2019, focusing on program management excellence across the organization.
Education and Expertise
Carol Ann Bartz earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics from Hofstra University, where she studied from 1985 to 1989. She later obtained a Master of Arts in Computer Resource and Information Management from Webster University. Her expertise includes leading teams through organizational transitions and integrations, particularly in the context of federal contracting. Bartz has extensive experience in managing large business portfolios and has held Profit/Loss leadership for portfolios generating up to $120 million in annual revenues.
Background
Bartz has over 30 years of experience in federal government contracting, working with various agencies including NASA, USDA, NIH, CDC, and DHS. Prior to her tenure at Akima, she worked at General Dynamics - Advanced Information Systems in several capacities, including Deputy Vice President of Network Operations Support Group and Senior Manager of Business Development. Her roles involved significant responsibilities in program management and quality assurance, contributing to her comprehensive understanding of the industry.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Carol Ann Bartz has led significant initiatives, including the consolidation of four federal contracting holding companies into a single entity under the NANA Development Corporation. She developed and executed a program management excellence initiative that spanned over 50 subsidiaries of a $1.7 billion holding company. Bartz has also served on various advisory boards and boards of directors for both nonprofit and for-profit organizations, demonstrating her commitment to leadership and community involvement.
Security Clearance and Leadership
Bartz has held various security clearances, including SECRET, TOP SECRET, and SCI, which are essential for contract work in federal government contracting. Her leadership experience includes managing a workforce of 1,200 employees across 12 states, showcasing her ability to lead large teams effectively. She has a proven track record of navigating complex organizational structures and driving strategic initiatives within the federal contracting landscape.