Xandria Baleno

About Xandria Baleno

Multi-faceted. Multi-ethnic. Multi-cultural. Master people and idea connector. Creative problem solver. Go-getter. “The Networking Queen” as they say!Working in an intersection of tech, real estate / development, business development, GovCon, sales, venture capital, politics, and entrepreneurship. Bring it on!Energetic, strategic, and ambitious Sales, Business Development and Account Executive experienced in a range of industries, including: govtech, supply chain, Health IT, defense, data analytics, digital solutions, workflow + process improvement, IT infrastructure (data center, network and cloud), recruiting/staffing (finance, accounting, IT, federal), consulting and audit (Risk Advisory Services / IT/ System Assurance/ Management / Business Process/ Financial/ Compliance). Proven track record of achieving high client satisfaction. FedGov BDaaS & Capture @ d8 Group. We help government contractors (and aspiring government contractors) win more contracts through our copy-written (trademark pending) BD methodology, creative strategy, pure grit and genuine passion for what we do. In this rapidly changing FedGov and efficiency -ready landscape, there is no better team to help you achieve your BD goals, or any aspect of your BD process. 170 clients to date and counting. We are exceptional at assisting firms going through any aspect of M&A. Commercial Real Estate Agent at Capital Investment, LLC serving Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C. and Florida.When someone asks me for help, I will always do my best to help them to the fullest extent of my ability and point them in the right direction.Also- Singer, Musician & Songwriter- Fitness Enthusiast- Real Estate Developer-in-Training - Real Estate Investor- YouTube Show Co-host, Co-editor & Contributor- Political Commentator - Podcaster / Think Tank Host - Entrepreneur- Philanthropist. Involved in multiple nonprofit initiatives - All Things Creative :)I am hungry to learn everything I can while working to make a real difference throughout the world via sustainable community impact. I’m exceptionally creative, both artistically and in my outside-the-box thinking, problem solving, and my unique ability to bring the right people, ideas and synergy together.

Experience

1. Strategic Growth and Capture

   D8 Group

   Mar 2025 — Present · Vienna, VA, US

   A New Way To Win.” We are redefining how government contractors win business from the government, one client at a time. 170 clients and counting! Success across the full range of GovCon industries, from GovTech and Cyber to Health, Supply Chain, Staffing, Construction and Interior Design. We bring breakthrough results to companies of every size. Our Business Development as a Service” (BDaaS), Pipeline and Capture consulting services are methodical, innovative, thorough, and effective, while also creatively and thoughtfully crafted, and strategically tailored to your specific business contract-win goals and needs.Our team short circuits the learning curve and win cycle for new entrants, and also helps existing players with their critical business development, pipeline and capture needs.In this rapidly changing FedGov and efficiency-focused landscape, there is no better team to help you achieve your BD goals, or any aspect of your BD process.We also provide GovCon BDaaS support for government contractors growing and transforming through Venture Capital and Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A).

Education

• University of Maryland - Robert H. Smith School of Business

  Bachelor’s Degree, Dual-Major: Supply Chain Management and Information Systems; Entrepreneurship and Innovation Honors

  2012 — 2016

• Wilde Lake High School

  High School, STEM; Pre-engineering

  2008 — 2012

Skills

• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Self-Motivated and Highly Organized
• Cad
• Spanish
• Problem Solving
• Mysql
• Customer Service
• Teamwork
• Social Media
• Strong Verbal and Written Presentation
• Digital Marketing
• Leadership
• Access
• Microsoft Word
• Public Speaking
• Microsoft Office
• Strategic Planning
• Project Management
• Online Advertising
• Highly-Effective Leadership, Communication, Motivational & Inspirational Skills
• Creativity Skills
• Organization Skills
• Graphic Design
• Data Analysis
• Works Well Independently and in Team Environments
• Event Planning
• Visual Basic
• Research