Baxter Goodly
About Baxter Goodly
Baxter Goodly serves as the Associate Vice President of Facilities Planning, Construction and Management at The George Washington University, where he has implemented significant improvements in operational efficiency. He has a background in the U.S. Navy, where he directed large teams and established new operational units, and he holds multiple degrees in strategic studies and organizational management.
Work at The George Washington University
Baxter Goodly serves as the Associate Vice President for Facilities Planning, Construction, and Management at The George Washington University. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the university's operational efficiency and infrastructure development. Under his leadership, the facilities team achieved recognition as an Aramark Center of Excellence Custodial Training Center, marking a significant milestone as the first of 16 centers certified nationwide.
Education and Expertise
Baxter Goodly has an extensive educational background. He earned a Master’s degree in Strategic Studies from the National War College, where he studied from 2006 to 2007. Prior to that, he obtained a Master’s degree in Organizational Management from The George Washington University, completing his studies from 1999 to 2001. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from Tulane University, which he earned from 1981 to 1985.
Background in the U.S. Navy
Baxter Goodly has a notable background in the U.S. Navy, where he served as a Commanding Officer. In this role, he directed a team of 500 members and trained over 150 student pilots and aircrew annually. He established three new operational aviation units to meet the increased demand for expeditionary Naval Forces, demonstrating his leadership and strategic planning skills.
Achievements at Chicago Public Schools
During his tenure at Chicago Public Schools, Baxter Goodly implemented weekly finance meetings that led to a 25% increase in labor costs billable to the client and a 36% decrease in consumable spend. He also increased weekly safety brief and observation compliance scores by 40%, resulting in a 15% decrease in safety incidents, showcasing his focus on operational improvements and safety management.