Slavomir L. Zapata
Strategy and Operations Consultant | Government Transformation Leader | MBA UVA Darden School of Business
- Role
- Senior Principal, Benefits Modernization Division at MITRE
- Location
- Washington, DC, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Slavomir L. Zapata
Senior Principal and federal transformation leader with 16+ years driving large-scale modernization across VA, DoD, SSA, and national healthcare systems. I have managed portfolios over $50M and have led 180+ project and technical staff delivering strategy, operational transformation, and enterprise modernization for mission-driven federal agencies.I specialize in:• Federal benefits & healthcare modernization (VBA, VHA, SSA)• Enterprise operations redesign & service delivery transformation• Strategic planning, organizational restructuring, and business model change• Leading large cross-functional teams through ambiguity and complexity• Driving measurable improvements in access, quality, efficiency, and cultureCareer impacts include:• Led $50M VA/SSA modernization portfolio spanning multi-year programs• Directed 110 clinical staff & $8.9M budget as regional psychology chief• Improved mental health access by 20% and reduced psychotherapy wait times by 65%• Doubled funded training programs, adding $539K annually to support critical staffing• Delivered VA modernization, CONOPS design, outreach transformation, and quality oversight strategies• Selected as Metro DC “40 Under 40” Emerging LeaderI bring a unique combination of clinical insight, systems thinking, and enterprise transformation leadership. I thrive in mission-driven environments where strategy, operations, technology, and people come together to deliver measurable impact at scale.
Experience
Senior Principal, Benefits Modernization Division
Mar 2024 — Present · McLean, VA, US
Directed execution for a multi-million dollar modernization portfolio for VA, SSA, and NCA, overseeing strategy, delivery, financial performance, and stakeholder relationships. Managed performance, development, and engagement for 180+ project staff across multi-year transformation initiatives.Selected Achievements:• Directed portfolio execution across benefits modernization, service improvement, and data-driven transformation efforts.• Ensured high-quality delivery, aligning technical execution with federal objectives and MITRE’s strategic priorities.• Drove operational excellence through budget management, forecasting, staffing, and resource optimization.• Strengthened relationships with senior agency executives, shaping future project strategy and mission outcomes.• Lead culture-building efforts across the division; mentor emerging leaders and senior project managers.
Education
Boston University
Bachelor’s Degree
George Mason University
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
George Mason University
Master’s Degree
University of Virginia
Master of Business Administration - MBA
2021 — 2023
Skills
- Program Management
- Research
- Project Management
- Clinical Psychology
- Business Process Improvement
- Training
- Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Organizational Behavior
- Mental Health
- Public Speaking
- Employee Training
- Healthcare Management
- Psychology
- Budgeting
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