Irene Yachbes

About Irene Yachbes

My career is built around managing fast-paced technical programs, products, and teams. I specialize in innovation strategy consulting with a focus on technology and user experience, consistently driving business growth in even the most challenging environments. I thrive on growing empathetic and trusted teams that push the boundaries of traditional thinking to meet new business goals.I’m passionate about understanding customer needs and refining corporate messaging to deliver impactful, real-world solutions. My work involves gathering and disseminating critical information through research and networking, developing products that not only meet customer demands but also drive business expansion. I have a strong track record of managing agile programs, always focusing on client satisfaction, while keeping an eye on the latest industry trends and where the business landscape is heading.I bring my research, communication, team-building, strategy, analytical, and interpersonal skills to every project, ensuring that I lead customers to exceed their own goals. My diverse client base includes Fortune 200 consumer brands, utilities, top real estate firms, NASA, and the Department of Defense, and I’ve consistently delivered measurable success across these industries. I\'ve led award-winning teams at enterprise tech giants, startups, government contractors, and R&D firms.Let’s connect if you\'re looking to work with a strategic leader who can guide product development, manage high-stakes programs, and deliver innovative solutions that drive business results.

Experience

1. Government Research Program Manager and Business Development Executive

   IBM

   Oct 2024 — Present · New York, NY, US

   Winning new business and managing projects for US Government research programs to create the future of computing in secure and trustworthy AI, quantum, semiconductors, and hybrid cloud technology- Program management for pivotal program, the DARPA Quantum Benchmarking Initiative - Strategy and planning for business development and partnerships in quantum research and AI full stack systems - Ecosystem development and accelerating US leadership in semiconductor lab-to-fab and workforce development, including membership in the Northeast Regional Defense Technology Hub nordtechub.org- Proposal writing, strategy and capture management, supporting $300M in federal research bid opportunities- Project management for DOE fundamental research- Leading productivity enhancements for team by infusing generative AI chatbots and agents into workflows

Education

• The Johns Hopkins University

  M.S., Technical Management, Systems Engineering

• University of Virginia

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering

Skills

• Account Management
• Project Planning
• Engineering Management
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Strategy
• Customer Engagement
• Integration
• New Business Development
• Systems Engineering
• Product Management
• Management
• Project Management
• Business Development
• Proposal Writing
• Product Development
• Program Management
• Security Clearance