Cortez Quarles
About Cortez Quarles
Cortez Quarles is a professional specializing in strategy and growth for intelligence agencies at LMI, with over 12 years of consulting experience, particularly with the Department of Defense. He has held various roles in prominent firms, focusing on diversity and inclusion implementation and strategic workforce planning.
Work at LMI
Cortez Quarles currently holds the position of Strategy & Growth, Intelligence Agencies at LMI. He has been with the company since 2021, contributing to strategic initiatives and growth within the intelligence sector. His role involves developing and maintaining Mission Analysis and Quality Assurance Standard Operating Procedures. Quarles coordinates Working Groups and Integrated Product Teams to facilitate business process improvements, ensuring effective project management and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience
Cortez Quarles has over 12 years of consulting experience, primarily focused on the Department of Defense (DoD). He has held various roles in notable organizations, including Deloitte, where he served as a Specialist Master and later as a Senior Consultant. His tenure at Guidehouse included positions as Senior Associate and Manager, where he specialized in supporting DoD Intelligence Clients with diversity and inclusion implementation. Additionally, he worked at PwC as a Senior Associate and at DeepMile Networks, LLC as a Senior Analyst.
Education and Expertise
Cortez Quarles holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Accounting from Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University, which he completed from 1998 to 2002. He furthered his education by studying Diversity and Inclusion at Cornell University, where he achieved certification in 2020. His expertise includes strategic workforce planning and business trend analysis, which he applies in his consulting roles to enhance organizational effectiveness.
Consulting Career Highlights
Throughout his consulting career, Cortez Quarles has developed a strong foundation in managing multiple activities, including tracking suspense and establishing program metrics. His experience spans various consulting roles, including his time at BearingPoint as a Consultant and Accenture as a Functional Lead. Quarles operates independently with minimal direction, effectively keeping management informed of potential issues while driving strategic initiatives.