Ilana Jolson
About Ilana Jolson
Ilana Jolson is a Team Leader and Procurement Analyst at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, where she has worked since 2016. She holds a Master's degree in Government Contracts from The George Washington University and has extensive experience in procurement and supply management.
Work at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Ilana Jolson has served as a Team Leader and Procurement Analyst at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) since 2016. In this role, she oversees procurement processes and manages a team dedicated to ensuring compliance with federal regulations. Her tenure at the SEC spans eight years, during which she has contributed to various initiatives aimed at improving procurement efficiency and effectiveness within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Ilana Jolson holds a Master of Science in Government Contracts from The George Washington University, where she studied from 2013 to 2016. Prior to this, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Operations Management from the University of Maryland, completing her degree from 2005 to 2008. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in procurement and contract management.
Previous Experience at United States Postal Service
Ilana Jolson has extensive experience with the United States Postal Service (USPS), where she worked in various roles related to purchasing and supply management. Her positions included Purchasing & Supply Management Policy Specialist from 2009 to 2010 and again from 2011 to 2012. Additionally, she served as a Purchasing and Supply Management Specialist from 2010 to 2011. Her work at USPS focused on developing policies and managing supply chain processes.
Internships and Early Career
Ilana Jolson began her career with several internships that provided her with valuable experience in process improvement and advisory roles. She interned at the American Red Cross as a Six Sigma Process Improvement Intern in 2007 and at PricewaterhouseCoopers as an Advisory Intern in 2008. Additionally, she gained experience as a Community Planning and Development Intern at the United Jewish Federation in 2006. These roles contributed to her development in operational and strategic planning.