Leslie R. Proctor
About Leslie R. Proctor
Leslie R. Proctor is the Program Business Lead at Sandia National Laboratories, managing contracts and finances for four portfolios with a total funding of $27 million.
Title and Role at Sandia National Laboratories
Leslie R. Proctor serves as the Program Business Lead at Sandia National Laboratories. Since 2018, Leslie has been managing contracts and finances for four portfolios with a total funding of $27 million. These portfolios primarily serve the Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Energy. Leslie's role includes developing tools, business processes, and standards to improve the quality of proposals submitted to these agencies. Additionally, Leslie creates financial reports and dashboards for Directors, Senior Program Managers, and Principal Investigators.
Previous Experience at Seattle Children's
Prior to the current role, Leslie R. Proctor worked as the Center Business Manager at Seattle Children's from 2016 to 2017 in Seattle, WA. In this position, Leslie managed various administrative and business support activities, contributing to the smooth operation of the center. This role involved extensive coordination and execution of business strategies, enhancing overall organizational efficiency.
Work at Baylor College of Medicine
Leslie R. Proctor held the position of Sponsored Programs Manager at Baylor College of Medicine from 2012 to 2016. Based in Houston, Texas, Leslie was responsible for overseeing the management of sponsored programs, ensuring compliance with institutional policies and sponsor requirements. This role required strong analytical skills and attention to detail to facilitate the successful administration of grants and contracts.
Educational Background
Leslie R. Proctor holds a Master of Science in Health Services Administration (MSHSA) with a focus on Non-profit Management from LSU Shreveport, achieved from 2008 to 2009. Additionally, Leslie earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Centenary College of Louisiana, completed between 2000 and 2004. This educational foundation has equipped Leslie with the knowledge and skills necessary for effective management and strategic planning in various professional settings.
Grant and Contract Management Experience
Leslie R. Proctor has extensive experience in grant and contract management. While working at the University of Mississippi Medical Center as a Grant and Contract Administrator from 2010 to 2012, Leslie oversaw the administration of grant programs and contracts. Earlier, from 2006 to 2010, Leslie served as Grants Manager and Assistant to the Director of Finance at Community Renewal International, Inc. in Shreveport, Louisiana. In these roles, Leslie developed financial management practices, enhanced proposal quality, and supported the submission of funding requests.