Marlin Barrier
Management Program Analyst @U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
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WORK HISTORY
Management Program Analyst @U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
US
Core Responsibilities • Portfolio Leadership: Oversee healthcare, IT, and facilities projects from concept to close-out; align scope, schedule, and budget with VHA strategy. • Financial Stewardship: Manage $45M+ annual budget; perform variance analyses and ensure OMB A-11/FAR compliance. • Process Improvement: Apply PMP and Lean Six Sigma to streamline workflows and embed a culture of continuous improvement. • Data & Trend Analysis: Build interactive Excel/Power BI/SPSS dashboards that drive executive and Congressional decisions. • Acquisition & COR Oversight: FAC-COR II on high-value contracts market research, SOW drafting, source selection, performance monitoring. • Stakeholder Engagement: Coordinate clinicians, engineers, and IT staff; craft executive reports, PSAs, and outreach campaigns. • Knowledge Management: Designed and run an enterprise SharePoint portal for secure, intuitive access to policies and data. • Multimedia Production: Produce and edit live broadcasts, training videos, and PSAs that meet Section 508 standards. • Talent Development: Mentor analysts and interns in project management, analytics, and communication. Key Achievements • Delivered $519 M in capital, IT, and modernization projects on time and under budget, improving care for 9.2 M Veterans. • Generated ~$250 M in taxpayer savings through contract renegotiations, automation, and workflow redesign. • Cut claims-processing time 35% via Lean Six Sigma re-engineering of administrative processes. • Launched a SharePoint portal for 20K+ users, reducing document retrieval from hours to minutes. • Produced 100+ broadcasts and training modules, raising policy-compliance scores by 25% and reaching 50K employees. • Earned multiple performance and innovation awards, including Project Management Excellence for up to a $92M facility upgrade.
EDUCATION
La Salle University
B.A., Communication
La Salle University
Minor, Sociology
SKILLS
ABOUT MARLIN BARRIER
Turning complex federal programs into measurable results for 23+ years | Founder, MBMG, LLC I’m Marlin Barrier Jr. a Program Management Analyst at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and the founder of MBMG, LLC, a boutique business-process and brand-strategy consultancy. Whether steering a $519 M multi-year federal initiative from idea to ribbon-cutting or helping a private client sharpen market positioning, my north star is the same: deliver clarity, efficiency, and undeniable value. Career highlights • Orchestrated federal health-care, IT, and facilities projects exceeding $519 M, finishing on time and under budget. • Generated ~$250 M in taxpayer savings by re-engineering workflows, renegotiating contracts, and applying Lean Six Sigma rigor. • Led cross-functional teams of clinicians, engineers, acquisition pros, and technologists—aligning vision, data, and dollars to elevate Veteran care. • Built MBMG, LLC into a trusted advisor for emerging brands and public-sector partners seeking streamlined processes and standout storytelling. What drives me 1. Brand Awareness: Crafting narratives and visuals that amplify missions and move audiences. Operational Excellence: Diagnosing bottlenecks, deploying data-driven solutions, and watching KPIs take flight. Continuous Improvement: Leveraging PMP, FAC-COR II, and Lean Six Sigma Black Belt credentials to turn complexity into competitive advantage. Toolbox Program & Portfolio Management | Financial & Data Analysis | Strategic Planning | SPSS, MS Project, Power BI | Adobe CC, HTML/CSS | SharePoint & Salesforce | Video & Multimedia Production 🤝 Let’s connect If you’re passionate about transforming bold ideas into sustainable impact whether in government, healthcare, or the private sector let’s start a conversation. I’m always open to exchanging insights on program strategy, process optimization, and brand elevation.
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