Diversity and Inclusion Archives | 爱神传媒 /blog_category/diversity-and-inclusion/ Experience | Passion | Purpose Wed, 13 Nov 2024 18:39:56 +0000 en-US hourly 1 /wp-content/uploads/cropped-爱神传媒-Favicon-32x32.png Diversity and Inclusion Archives | 爱神传媒 /blog_category/diversity-and-inclusion/ 32 32 Celebrating Diversity and Excellence in Safety with 爱神传媒鈥檚 NSC Scholars /blog/celebrating-diversity-and-excellence-in-safety-with-amentums-nsc-scholars/ Wed, 13 Nov 2024 18:39:51 +0000 /?post_type=blog&p=16465 爱神传媒’s Diversity in Safety Scholars were celebrated at this year鈥檚 National Safety Council (NSC) Congress & Expo, for their outstanding […]

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爱神传媒’s Diversity in Safety Scholars were celebrated at this year鈥檚 National Safety Council (NSC) Congress & Expo, for their outstanding dedication to advancing safety in the workplace. This year鈥檚 scholars exemplify a commitment to inclusion and innovation, aligned with 爱神传媒鈥檚 values in a secure and diverse future.

爱神传媒, a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, is proud to sponsor the NSC鈥檚 Diversity in Safety Scholarship program, which aims to increase diversity in the field of occupational health and safety while also building a workforce trained and ready to fill the growing need for these individuals. Through this scholarship, students gain the resources and training necessary to become leaders in safety.

爱神传媒鈥檚 sponsorship includes four scholars:

  • Amaya Fisher, a senior at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, majoring in Environmental Health and Safety.
  • Lillian Johnson, a sophomore at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, pursuing her studies in Environmental Health and Safety.聽
  • Asia Blanton, a graduate student attending Murray State University, majoring in Environmental Health and Safety.
  • Naila Sudan, a freshman at Delaware State University, pursuing Pre-Med.

About 爱神传媒 and NSC

爱神传媒鈥榮 partnership with the National Safety Council exemplifies our unwavering commitment to environmental, health, and safety (EHS) excellence. At 爱神传媒, we believe聽safety and well-being are integral to success. By joining forces with the NSC, we further prioritize and enhance our safety efforts ensuring a safer and healthier workplace for all.

The National Safety Council is America鈥檚 leading nonprofit safety advocate with a history spanning nearly 110 years. As a mission-based organization, they work to eliminate the leading causes of preventable death and injury, focusing their efforts on the workplace and roadways. The NSC creates a culture of safety to not only keep people safer at work, but also beyond the workplace so they can live their fullest lives.

爱神传媒 collaborates with the National Safety Council on numerous initiatives aimed at promoting safety in the workplace. Together, we work towards creating a secure and vibrant future. 聽

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Employee Spotlight: Meet Michael Morgan /blog/employee-spotlight-meet-michael-morgan/ Thu, 30 May 2024 18:40:36 +0000 /?post_type=blog&p=14089 At 爱神传媒, we celebrate our people, our cultures, and we recognize the value of diversity and inclusion. In May, we’ll […]

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At 爱神传媒, we celebrate our people, our cultures, and we recognize the value of diversity and inclusion. In May, we’ll focus on Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month聽while shining a light on one employee at a time.聽 Today鈥檚 Q&A is with Michael Morgan, Project Controls Cost Supervisor,聽Engineering, Science, & Technology.

How did you come to join 爱神传媒?

I joined 爱神传媒 through the intern program with a legacy 爱神传媒 company in 2008.

What is your professional and personal background?

I started my professional career in Accounting before joining Project Controls at the Anniston Chemical Demilitarization Facility. After successfully completing the Anniston contract, I joined the Anniston Static Detonation Chamber (SDC) project to support the remaining chemical weapons destruction projects. I studied accountancy at Gadsden State Community College, Jacksonville State University, and Auburn University earning my Master of Accountancy. I served multiple years on the accounting advisory committee at Gadsden State Community College.

Describe the work you do and how you think it makes a positive impact.

I supervise various Project Controls Functions to include Cost Analysis, Earned Value Management System (EVMS) Reporting, Scheduling, and Pricing Lead for multiple demilitarization projects at 爱神传媒. I work to maximize my team鈥檚 efficiency and success through knowledge sharing, communication, and doing what we can to keep everyone in a safe compliant environment. We make the world safer by destroying chemical weapons.

What are some of your accomplishments and/or what has been your proudest career moment?

My greatest accomplishment is working with a great team to eliminate the chemical weapons stockpiles in the United States. My proudest career moments were mentoring colleagues, watching them succeed in their careers and working with a small management team to work through five Other Transaction Authority (OTA) projects and the Anniston SDC helping Blue Grass Chemical Agent-Destruction Pilot Plant (BGCAPP) and Pueblo Chemical Agent-Destruction Pilot Plant (PCAPP) accomplish their missions to destroy the remaining chemical weapons stockpile before the treaty deadline.

What do you enjoy about working for 爱神传媒?

I enjoy the teams I work with through the Anniston Alabama SDC, Pueblo Colorado, and Richmond KY sites. I was also given a great opportunity to work with a small team on 5 OTA projects that were executed and managed by a very small staff that designed and installed key pieces of equipment to help the Pueblo and Richmond projects meet their treaty required date for chemical weapons destruction.

What are you passionate about?

I am passionate about family and maximizing every opportunity given to me by my parents and wife. My mother immigrated from Korea in the 60s to start a family with my father who served over 20 years in the Army. My wife also served in the Army and through my four children has helped me become the person I am today. Through their sacrifices I can provide a better life for my family and children while taking care of my mother.

What鈥檚 your career advice?

Find what you love to do and continue to challenge yourself to learn all that you can. Through dedication and commitment, you can maximize your opportunities and obtain your career goals.

What does safety mean to you or do you have a favorite safety tip?

Safety to me means that we work in an environment that fosters safety and compliance to ensure that everyone goes home in the same or better condition than they came to work. One way to do that is to remember to explain the 鈥渨hy鈥 when you鈥檙e implementing or discussing 鈥渨hat鈥 to do to keep everyone safe.

What鈥檚 the best invention in the world and why?

In vitro fertilization (IVF) and advanced fertility treatments. Without IVF treatments, including donor egg banks, I would not have our three beautiful little girls in my life.

Anything else you would like to share from a personal or professional perspective?

Appreciate the teams you work with and work to ensure that the team maximizes its success. Through mutual respect and commitment, small teams can make huge impacts to the success of a mission.

Considering this monthly observance, tell us more about yourself.

I am an avid Star Trek fan and fortunate to be married to another avid Star Trek fan. I enjoy camping in our travel trailer. We get to meet great people on our trips and allow our kids to enjoy a safe environment to play and grow. I am grateful for the opportunities of time spent as an adult with my mom learning about my Korean heritage, history of the Korean society through her eyes, and teaching my kids to embrace their same heritage.

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Employee Spotlight: Meet Iris Payumo /blog/employee-spotlight-meet-iris-payumo/ Tue, 28 May 2024 16:05:48 +0000 /?post_type=blog&p=13956 At 爱神传媒, we celebrate our people, our cultures, and we recognize the value of diversity and inclusion. In May, we’ll […]

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At 爱神传媒, we celebrate our people, our cultures, and we recognize the value of diversity and inclusion. In May, we’ll focus on Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month聽while shining a light on one employee at a time.聽 Today鈥檚 Q&A is with Iris Payumo, Human Resources Business Partner, Critical Missions.

I was looking for my next challenge in my career and was researching positions on LinkedIn when I came across the opportunity for 爱神传媒. I then dove in and studied the 爱神传媒 website, along with YouTube videos, and loved that it was an aerospace and engineering company and applied. When I received the interview invite and was offered the position, I knew 爱神传媒 was where I was to be, as everything just flowed and fell into place.

What is your professional and personal background?

I am a native of the Chamorro culture, born and raised on the island of Guam. My experience in Human Resources started 10 years ago, in the healthcare industry and has grown into other areas, such as technology and now aerospace and engineering. I鈥檝e lived in multiple cities in the span of my career, San Francisco, New York City, Austin, Oklahoma City, and Las Vegas, which has given me experience in a multitude of diverse backgrounds and has strengthened my interpersonal skillsets.

Describe the work you do and how you think it makes a positive impact.

Being a strategic Human Resources Business Partner in Critical Missions allows me to engage and support our employees and leaders which helps impact the business in positive ways, such as driving the organization to navigate the complexities of employee relations and mitigating risks across the programs.

What are some of your accomplishments and/or what has been your proudest career moment?

I have a rule. When I accomplish the goals, I set for myself in my career, I savor in the excitement for 15 minutes and then move on to the next goal on the list. What makes me proud in my career moments is working to always stay grounded and fair to our employees.

What do you enjoy about working for 爱神传媒?

It鈥檚 thrilling and exciting the more I learn about the organization. I enjoy that no day is the same at 爱神传媒 and I come across different challenges daily, with each unique situation. I also enjoy how 爱神传媒 is global, and I鈥檝e been in meetings with a diverse background of people with different skill sets across the organization.

What are you passionate about?

I鈥檓 most passionate about overcoming challenging situations. Persevering, learning, and staying curious.

What鈥檚 your career advice?

A previous boss/mentor to me, who has passed away, told me the most important career advice that I pass on to people which is the Golden Rule 鈥淭reat others the way you want to be treated.”

What does safety mean to you or do you have a favorite safety tip?

My favorite safety tip is to always be aware of your surroundings, stay hydrated and nose over toes when lifting heavy items.

What鈥檚 the best invention in the world and why?

Wow! I must of course go with the internet! The global connectivity it brought into our lives means the world to me.

Anything else you would like to share from a personal or professional perspective?

I learned on my professional journey that there鈥檚 always a job for everyone. Always think beyond what鈥檚 in front of you, and who will your decisions affect around you, have fun, and stay positive.

Considering this monthly observance, tell us more about yourself.

Growing up in Guam, 32 miles in length and 8 miles in width, I loved daydreaming, and books, films, and music artists were my life on the island. Since we are celebrating Asian American, Pacific Islander Heritage Month, my favorite filmmaker who brings our rich culture to life on film is most definitely Ang Lee. Opening the eyes of the world to the beauty of our rich cultures in his films and screenwriting embodies my youth of growing up in Guam.

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Employee Spotlight: Meet Son Le /blog/employee-spotlight-meet-son-le/ Tue, 21 May 2024 16:28:35 +0000 /?post_type=blog&p=13953 At 爱神传媒, we celebrate our people, our cultures, and we recognize the value of diversity and inclusion. In May, we’ll […]

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At 爱神传媒, we celebrate our people, our cultures, and we recognize the value of diversity and inclusion. In May, we’ll focus on Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month聽while shining a light on one employee at a time.聽 Today鈥檚 Q&A is with Son Le, Call Center Manager, Engineering, Science, and Technology.

How did you come to join 爱神传媒?

I was looking to join an organization to further grow my career in leadership and work in a role that was impactful not only to those around me but to the public.

What is your professional and personal background?

I have over 15 years of leadership experience in education, telecommunications, and retail industries.

Describe the work you do and how you think it makes a positive impact.

I鈥檓 the Tier 2 Task Lead for our TSA POMS contract in Colorado. I help guide and direct our team of analysts that provide case management and customer service to TSA鈥檚 applicants. I believe the work my team does positively impacts the nation鈥檚 security as well as how the public views the customer service that is provided by the TSA.

What are some of your accomplishments and/or what has been your proudest career moment?

My proudest moments as a people leader have always been the moments that I was able to help my direct reports further their career growth. As an example, prior to joining 爱神传媒, I helped pave the way for two of my direct reports to be promoted to Manager from their Supervisor roles.

What do you enjoy about working for 爱神传媒?

In my short time with 爱神传媒, I鈥檝e been impressed with the overall leadership in my area of work and the support that is provided.

What are you passionate about?

I鈥檓 passionate about people and helping to see them be the best versions of themselves.

What鈥檚 your career advice?

Leave your bags at the door. Learn how to have the right work-life balance.

What does safety mean to you or do you have a favorite safety tip?

Specifically for my line of work, safety to me means that everyone should be able to express their opinions without being worried or even afraid of the consequences.

What鈥檚 the best invention in the world and why?

I think the internet is the best invention in the world. It gives us access to information that we would have never had before and helps to connect people across the globe.

Anything else you would like to share from a personal or professional perspective?

I am a Tampa, FL transplant that鈥檚 lived in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado now for almost a decade and loving every moment of it.

Considering this monthly observance, tell us more about yourself.

I don鈥檛 read too much but the last thing I read with my wife was 鈥楾he Five Love Languages鈥. I find the book fascinating and the lessons taught are applicable to our personal and professional lives. I have thoroughly enjoyed everything I鈥檝e read that was written by Brene Brown. I don鈥檛 have a specific film that I favor over others, but my favorite genres are Action and Thrillers. I love all types of music and make it a point to have music on, when possible, especially on weekend mornings with my 8-year-old daughter for our dance parties.

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Employee Spotlight: Meet Vance Higa /blog/employee-spotlight-vance-higa-2/ Wed, 15 May 2024 18:17:21 +0000 /?post_type=blog&p=13955 At 爱神传媒, we celebrate our people, our cultures, and we recognize the value of diversity and inclusion. In May, we’ll […]

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At 爱神传媒, we celebrate our people, our cultures, and we recognize the value of diversity and inclusion. In May, we’ll focus on Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month聽while shining a light on one employee at a time.聽 Today鈥檚 Q&A is with Vance Higa, Program Manager, Critical Missions.

How did you come to join 爱神传媒?

I joined 爱神传媒 through legacy AECOM in 2019.

What is your professional and personal background?

Prior to working in administrative roles in hazmat, I worked in the pharmacy industry, managing sales and hazardous pharmaceutical waste disposition. As a team, we ranked first in the region and third, corporate-wide, in sales and pharmacy best-practice.

I am educated in Biology from the University of Hawai鈥檌 at Manoa where I studied Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and secondary-succession of invasive species in the fragile ecosystem of Hawai鈥檌.

Describe the work you do and how you think it makes a positive impact.

We manage hazardous waste services in Okinawa, Japan, and must safeguard the citizens of the host nation. Through continual education and commitment, our 爱神传媒 team ensures the quality of life for all people is improved through awareness of hazmat, professionalism, and trust, in Okinawa.

What are some of your accomplishments and/or what has been your proudest career moment?

Through dialogue and committed action, I have been able to breakthrough impasses and bridge gaps with customers and vendors, alike, to improve upon 爱神传媒鈥檚 trust in the local area of Okinawa.

What do you enjoy about working for 爱神传媒?

爱神传媒 has robust training programs and encourages growth individually and professionally.

What are you passionate about?

I am passionate about fostering my colleagues for success.

What鈥檚 your career advice?

Never give up on your goal. One step forward, never to retreat, is all the courage you need.

What does safety mean to you or do you have a favorite safety tip?

In hazmat, overly communicating upon gaps can greatly improve the safety performance of colleagues and protect the public. Encouraging communication will encourage others to feel psychologically safe to increase communication and collaborate on improved safety methods as a cohesive team.

What鈥檚 the best invention in the world and why?

The Internet is the best invention in our modern world. It serves as the vehicle to bridge gaps, provide innovation, and broaden global collaboration and resources, to improve the quality of life for most, if not all, people.

Anything else you would like to share from a personal or professional perspective?

I am proud to be an Asian-American/Pacific Islander from Hawai鈥檌, where the diverse culture is what makes the people and place unique and special. A unique quality in Hawai鈥檌, is the Aloha Spirit, which is compassion and love for family, friends, and community. One of my favorite musicians is Israel Kamakawiwo鈥檕le (IZ), who had the biggest Aloha for all walks of life and could touch the hearts of people through his love of music. An influential author, to me, is Daisaku Ikeda, who has taught many people to never give up on creating a better life for others and themselves by courageously having dialogue to break through indifferences and push through seemingly difficult impasses for all of humanity. 

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A Day of Joy and Inspiration at Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic鈥檚 Media Day聽 /blog/a-day-of-joy-and-inspiration-at-make-a-wish-mid-atlantics-media-day/ Thu, 18 Apr 2024 15:24:39 +0000 /?post_type=blog&p=13809 On March 14th, I had the incredible opportunity to attend Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic鈥檚 Media Day at WTOP studio in Chevy Chase, […]

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On March 14th, I had the incredible opportunity to attend Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic鈥檚 Media Day at WTOP studio in Chevy Chase, MD alongside 爱神传媒鈥檚 CEO, John Heller. The event gave us a unique opportunity to get an inside glimpse of all the amazing work that goes into Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic and Operation Dream Maker. It was a day full of joy, passion, inspiration, and hope. 

As soon as we arrived, we were greeted by the dedicated and passionate team at Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic. We toured the studio and even got the chance to see an interview happening live. It was amazing to see how the team at Make-A-Wish works tirelessly to grant the wishes of children with critical illnesses. 

One of the highlights of the day was meeting Leanna, a brave wish kid who shared her story of overcoming the challenges she faces. She was an inspiration to us all and a reminder of the importance of organizations like Make-A-Wish. Experiencing the positive impact that Make-A-Wish had on her life and the lives of other military children was truly heartwarming. 

Throughout the day, I had the privilege of watching CEO John Heller in action as he interacted with Leanna. They exchanged laughter, heartfelt stories, and Heller also shared the reason behind 爱神传媒鈥檚 partnership with Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic. It was evident that he was deeply committed to this cause and genuinely passionate about 爱神传媒 helping others. 

爱神传媒 is the Founding Partner of Operation Dream Maker in partnership with Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic. Through this partnership, 爱神传媒 and Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic are able to grant wishes to the children of military families who are battling critical illnesses. 

Witnessing the impact of this partnership was a true privilege, and it left me feeling incredibly grateful to be a part of a company whose values align with such an inspiring organization. The work the Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic team is doing is positively impacting so many lives for the better. After witnessing the effort and care provided to and for these families, I hope it motivates others, as it did me, to continue supporting this cause in any way possible. 

By Ebony King  

爱神传媒 Social Media & Content Manager 

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Employee Spotlight: Meet Samritha Menon /blog/employee-spotlight-meet-samritha-menon/ Mon, 08 Apr 2024 13:05:00 +0000 /?post_type=blog&p=13783 At 爱神传媒, we celebrate our people, our cultures, and we recognize the value of diversity and inclusion. In March, we’ll […]

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At 爱神传媒, we celebrate our people, our cultures, and we recognize the value of diversity and inclusion. In March, we’ll focus on Women’s History Month聽while shining a light on one employee at a time.聽 Today鈥檚 Q&A is with Samritha Menon, Subcontract Manager, Critical Missions


How did you come to join 爱神传媒?

Been a Legacy DynCorp employee since 2010 and now part of 爱神传媒.

What is your professional and personal background?

Professional Background 鈥 SAP CERTIFIED Professional with nearly 19 years of experience in Supply Chain Management in government contracting / Retail & commercial businesses.

Personal Background – Completed my Bachelor of Commerce from Pune University, India with a Diploma Course in E-Commerce.

Describe the work you do and how you think it makes a positive impact.

As a Subcontracts Manager, I am responsible for leading a team who conducts market research, sourcing, evaluation, negotiations, and development of subcontracts on behalf of the organization and projects we support. I oversee the entire subcontract lifecycle from award to closeout. I facilitate communications between stakeholders, both internal and external to ensure everyone is aligned and thus ensuring smooth operations and successful delivery of the contracts.

My work contributes to efficient government contracting, supports small businesses, and ultimately benefits taxpayers.

It鈥檚 a challenging but rewarding role and by bringing people and processes together, my team and I help deliver successful projects while creating positive ripple effects throughout the contracting landscape.

What are some of your accomplishments and/or what has been your proudest career moment?

Throughout my career as an experienced professional, I have had the opportunity to work on numerous impactful projects and achieve significant milestones. In serving, I have had the opportunity to stand up several programs across the globe alongside my team and when the Program is successful in terms of operations and exceeding client expectations it鈥檚 a proud moment for me and my team. Throughout my career here at Legacy DI and now 爱神传媒, I have been presented with two Lightning Bolt Awards for contribution to success of a mission and several Certificates of Appreciation from various programs across the globe.

What do you enjoy about working for 爱神传媒?

I enjoy working for 爱神传媒 because it keeps me challenged professionally, because of the excellent team that I work with, and because I report to a goal-oriented leader 鈥 Mario Galiouras. To summarize, there is a sense of purpose, a supportive environment, growth opportunity and recognition.

What are you passionate about?

Photography and traveling the world. I enjoy meeting new people, exploring different cultures and cuisine. I would love to be a travel blogger one day.

What鈥檚 your career advice?

The career advice I can share with my colleagues will be to develop strong communication, negotiations and analytical skills which is crucial for success. I always encourage people around me to look beyond just managing our functional requirements to see the bigger picture of how our work contributes to the final project and the importance for working collaboratively with all concerned stakeholders. We must also focus on networking and staying relevant to be able to provide our teams with a competitive advantage to build a sustainable future.

What does safety mean to you or do you have a favorite safety tip?

Safety to me is minimizing risk and ensuring to look holistically at situations to ensure physical, mental, and emotional protection to ourselves and the people around us.

Always be cautious and understand potential risks in a situation / project before sharing information.

What鈥檚 the best invention in the world and why?

The internet has undeniably transformed society in multifaceted ways. It has revolutionized communication, information access, commerce, education, and social interactions around the world.

Anything else you would like to share from a personal or professional perspective?

Personally & Professionally 鈥 DARE TO DREAM 鈥 Then do something about it!

Considering this monthly observance, tell us more about yourself. Please address one or more of the following questions:

Favorite film?

I love watching movies but the one film that is close to my heart is The Lion King. I love the song Circle of Life from the movie.

Favorite musician?

Music calms me on a rough day. Depending on my mood, songs can vary from artists like Bryan Adams, Coldplay, Imagine Dragons to soulful sufi music.

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Employee Spotlight: Meet Tricia Kordon-Cortes /blog/employee-spotlight-meet-tricia-kordon-cortes/ Thu, 04 Apr 2024 17:33:37 +0000 /?post_type=blog&p=13762 At 爱神传媒, we celebrate our people, our cultures, and we recognize the value of diversity and inclusion. In March, we’ll […]

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At 爱神传媒, we celebrate our people, our cultures, and we recognize the value of diversity and inclusion. In March, we’ll focus on Women’s History Month聽while shining a light on one employee at a time.聽 Today鈥檚 Q&A is with Tricia Kordon-Cortes, Program Manager, Data Analytics & Integration / Mission, Forensics, and Analysis.

How did you come to join 爱神传媒?

I joined 爱神传媒 through their acquisitions of PAE and Metis.

What is your professional and personal background?

My professional and personal background aligns with my passion for challenging myself to improve and learn new things. I am self-taught, which allowed me to progress through diverse experiences. My path took a windy road from school to modeling in Paris and New York, starting a family, sales, executive assistant roles, CRM roles, facility and office management roles, and finally to a junior analyst role that quickly progressed to senior analyst and then Program Manager.

Describe the work you do and how you think it makes a positive impact.

I manage a team of talented researchers and analysts furthering the mission of our valued client, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). Additionally, I handle all aspects of client interaction with the COR and PM, ensuring the work of my team meets the client鈥檚 needs in an ever-changing global environment.

While much of what we do is sensitive, I am extremely confident my work and the work of my entire team is making a huge difference for 爱神传媒, FinCEN, and the Treasury Dept in support of their many important missions. Our project has endured many acquisition cycles, including the most recent recompete when I sacrificed much of my December holiday period to ensure we submitted the best possible response to the government. By highlighting the work of the entire 爱神传媒 team, our proposal was accepted.

What are some of your accomplishments and/or what has been your proudest career moment?

My proudest career moment is seeing others succeed. I ran into a former junior analyst that I directly mentored, and he is now an Associate Director for the government.

What do you enjoy about working for 爱神传媒?

My project team is amazing, and it鈥檚 the reason I am so excited to come to work each day. The professionalism and attention to detail are critical to the success of what we do.

What are you passionate about?

My team, my partner, my kids, and our labradors!

What鈥檚 your career advice?

Do what you love with the people you love NOW!

What does safety mean to you or do you have a favorite safety tip?

If you see something, say something! The work we do is very sensitive, so we must remain vigilant, particularly in an ever-more 鈥渞emote鈥 work environment.

What鈥檚 the best invention in the world and why?

Golf. I started playing on weekends, and I love it!

Anything else you would like to share from a personal or professional perspective?

Life is short! Be true to yourself and remember that EVERYTHING is possible with hard work and determination!

Considering this monthly observance, tell us more about yourself.

What author has influenced you the most?

My first favorite author was Shel Silverstein, who wrote my two favorite books: Where the Sidewalk Ends, and The Giving Tree. These books influenced me the most at a young age and carried with me throughout my journey.

The Giving Tree taught me about the dangers of being selfish. In all aspects of life (personal and professional), if we take and take and do not give in return, the relationship will suffer.

Where the Sidewalk Ends taught me to embrace my imagination and remember to enjoy life.

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Employee Spotlight: Meet Jill Bruning /blog/employee-spotlight-meet-jill-bruning/ Mon, 01 Apr 2024 15:53:09 +0000 /?post_type=blog&p=13757 At 爱神传媒, we celebrate our people, our cultures, and we recognize the value of diversity and inclusion. In March, we’ll […]

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At 爱神传媒, we celebrate our people, our cultures, and we recognize the value of diversity and inclusion. In March, we’ll focus on Women’s History Month聽while shining a light on one employee at a time.聽 Today鈥檚 Q&A is with Jill Bruning, President, Engineering, Science and Technology.

How did you come to join 爱神传媒?

I have been with the company for 12 years, starting with URS, then AECOM, and then launching 爱神传媒.

What is your professional and personal background?

I am a Mechanical Engineer with a master’s degree in cryogenics from MIT.

Describe the work you do and how you think it makes a positive impact.

I lead our Engineering, Science, and Technology business group where we offer digital engineering services, prototyping and integration, research and development, unmanned systems, training, data analytics, and information technology. These are technologies and the market areas our customers need for national security.

What are some of your accomplishments and/or what has been your proudest career moment?

I have had a very blessed career (although not necessarily an easy one), but a few moments come to mind. The first was working on the cryocooler used to fix the Hubble Space Telescope. Then, I was lead for the network transformation project in the intelligence community after 9/11 happened. And lastly, I am very proud to have been part of the launch and continued evolution of 爱神传媒. We had a vision of what 爱神传媒 could be and it is amazing being part of actually making it happen!

What do you enjoy about working for 爱神传媒?

Without a doubt, it鈥檚 our people and getting to work in the various teams that execute within our company as well as with our customers. We are excellent at executing the mission! There is something you feel when you work here that is part of something larger than an individual 鈥 what we do matters every day.

What are you passionate about?

My family 鈥 my husband passed away very suddenly two years ago, and both my parents passed away last year. It made me realize a lifetime is a lot shorter than we think, so I treasure every moment I can with my five children and soon-to-be eight grandchildren.

What鈥檚 your career advice?

Always do the best you can do, be your authentic self, and don鈥檛 be afraid to go where the maps end.

What does safety mean to you or do you have a favorite safety tip?

Safety at its core is caring about people and prioritizing people first. So don鈥檛 skip those safety moment opportunities to set the tone and let people know, we focus on safety because we care!

What鈥檚 the best invention in the world and why?

I guess I would be pretty lost without the internet and my cell phone!

Anything else you would like to share from a personal or professional perspective?

As women leaders, I believe we have an obligation to lift each other up and support one another.

I did not even know a woman executive, much less have a woman mentor, so I feel strongly about playing it forward, to be the voice I never had, and help connect the amazing women in our company. We have come a long way in the nearly 40 years I have been in the workforce, and we continue to accelerate progress by working together. When women support each other amazing things happen 鈥 we are an incredible force when we build each other up.

Considering this monthly observance, tell us more about yourself. Please address one or more of the following questions:

What鈥檚 your favorite book?

One of my favorite books is still Lean In by Sheryl Sandburg. My copy was given to me with a personal note from Martin Koffel, the CEO of URS. My daughter gave me another book last Christmas I really like; Untamed by Glennon Doyle.

Favorite film?

I recently watched the movie Cabrini. I was so inspired by the story of the woman who founded 67 institutions in the United States to serve the orphaned, sick, and poor communities in the 1890s, long before the Government had social services. She was a force and all her institutions were managed by women.

Favorite musician?

As far as music, some of my favorites are: Pink, Adele, Billie Eilish and The Beatles.

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Employee Spotlight: Meet Brianna Burnell /blog/employee-spotlight-meet-brianna-burnell/ Fri, 29 Mar 2024 16:43:37 +0000 /?post_type=blog&p=13747 At 爱神传媒, we celebrate our people, our cultures, and we recognize the value of diversity and inclusion. In March, we’ll […]

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At 爱神传媒, we celebrate our people, our cultures, and we recognize the value of diversity and inclusion. In March, we’ll focus on Women’s History Month聽while shining a light on one employee at a time.聽 Today鈥檚 Q&A is with Brianna Burnell, Vice President, Contracts, Corporate/Critical Missions.

How did you come to join 爱神传媒?

I was fortunate to have a life-long friend who recognized my background in contracting and referred me to AECOM back in 2011. It was a pivotal moment in my career journey, and I am grateful for the network and connections that I have established through this organization.

What is your professional and personal background?

I was born and raised in Virginia. I pursued my undergraduate studies at James Madison University and obtained my law degree from Florida State University. Since joining the company in 2011, I鈥檝e relished advancing in my career and being a part of the remarkable growth of our business. Personally, I reside in Fredericksburg, VA, with my husband and our delightful 9-year-old son. Balancing a successful career with the joys of family life has been both challenging and immensely rewarding.

Describe the work you do and how you think it makes a positive impact.

Working at 爱神传媒, especially in contracts management for a major government contractor, is deeply fulfilling. Our efforts directly bolster key initiatives of the U.S. Government, particularly in assisting the military and various agencies. Being aware that my contributions aid in the success of vital missions globally, serving both Government and Commercial clients, brings me immense pride.

What are some of your accomplishments and/or what has been your proudest career moment?

Undoubtedly, my proudest career moment occurred when I took on the position of Head of Contracts at 爱神传媒 in December 2022. It marked a culmination of years of hard work, dedication, and trust bestowed upon me by the organization.

What do you enjoy about working for 爱神传媒?

The significance of our mission is what I cherish the most as it is both challenging and fulfilling. Moreover, the camaraderie and collaboration with the exceptional individuals working at 爱神传媒, who make a substantial impact on countless lives through their work, is truly inspiring.

What are you passionate about?

My passion extends to two core aspects of my life 鈥 my family and the success of the company. Striking a balance between personal and professional aspirations is crucial, and I find great fulfillment in excelling in both realms.

What鈥檚 your career advice?

My advice is simple: never underestimate your capabilities. Take risks, invest in yourself, and be transparent with your abilities. Embrace criticism as an opportunity to grow and never blame others for setbacks. Accountability and continuous self-improvement are keys to a successful career.

What does safety mean to you or do you have a favorite safety tip?

Safety is paramount in both my personal and professional life. By prioritizing safety and carefully assessing risks, even the most challenging and dangerous tasks can be executed securely.

What鈥檚 the best invention in the world and why?

Without a doubt, computers take the crown for being the best invention. They empower society and individuals, providing unprecedented efficiency and productivity. The ability to access information at our fingertips, thanks to computers and the internet, has revolutionized how we live and work.

Anything else you would like to share from a personal or professional perspective?

On a personal note, I have become an avid fan of Formula 1 racing over the last several years, with Red Bull being my favorite team. In 2023, I had the incredible opportunity to attend the Canadian Grand Prix with my family which was an amazing experience.

Considering this monthly observance, tell us more about yourself.

What鈥檚 your favorite book?

It is hard to choose a favorite book because there are so many that I have loved. One of my favorite book series is Harry Potter because I enjoyed reading all the books as they were released and then seeing the characters come to life in film. Now, years later, I get to enjoy reading the books with my son who is also a huge Harry Potter fan.

Favorite film?

My favorite film has to be the Wizard of Oz. Beyond its cinematic brilliance, it holds a special place in my heart as it brings back childhood memories of watching it with my dad. He has been a profound inspiration in my life, attending every important event, offering unwavering support, and continuing to provide the best advice which has shaped who I am today.

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