Rudy Burwell
Member, Board of Directors Board Chair @Washington Performing Arts
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WORK HISTORY
Member, Board of Directors Board Chair @Washington Performing Arts
Washington, DC, US
I am currently serving a second three-year term on a board supporting one of the most established and honored performing arts institutions in America.Leadership Positions: Board Chair (2022–Present) Vice Chair, Philanthropy and Patron Engagement Committee (2020–2022)
EDUCATION
Virginia Commonwealth University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Mass Communications
University of San Francisco
Master of Arts - MA, Human Resources and Organization Development
Harvard Kennedy School
Fellow, National Security
SKILLS
ABOUT RUDY BURWELL
I am an entrepreneurial leader and retired army colonel with a unique blend of military, government, and defense expertise, plus deep acumen in finance, M&A, venture capital, logistics, and supply chain. We help federal buyers and partners get the MRO and tech products they need — fast, compliant, and on contractSIGNATURE STRENGTHS: Corporate Governance Technology / SaaS Organizational Development Risk Management Crisis Communication Media Relations / PR ESG Investing DEI / Social Impact Business Ethics Regulatory Compliance International Business Entrepreneurship Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Team LeadershipDuring my 25 years of service in the U.S. Army, I worked at the Pentagon as the senior public affairs representative for the assistant secretary of the army for acquisition, logistics, and technology — the office responsible for all equipment fielding, procurement, and new technology. I ascended to the role of chief of media operations for the Multi-National Corps during the intensely observed military “surge” in Iraq in 2007. I converted many lessons learned during this period to become an entrepreneur. CAREER HIGHLIGHTS: Built and grew two successful companies: Encompass Supply, an electrical supply business; and Patriot MRO Solutions, a material, repair, and operations and IT services business serving federal customers. Doubled revenue YoY since launch of Encompass Supply. Scaled businesses, securing projects valued between $100K to $20M. Completed acquisition of an electrical distribution company to expand product and service portfolio and team, and add a showroom. Spearheaded crisis communications strategies, influencing public perception on issues from data breaches to military strategies. OTHER COMPETENCIES: Technology Reseller • Electrical Supply • Emergency Management Assessment and Training • Strategic Planning • Problem-Solving • Procurement • Budgeting • Change Management • Organizational Development • Contractor Relations • Performance Management • Relationship Building • Team Building • Staff Training • Communication • Cross-Functional Team Leadership • Coaching and Mentoring
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