Paul Eder, PhD

BAE Systems, Inc.

Lead a team of 20 tech professionals in the design, development, and implementation of database, automation, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions for a CFO office in a large government agency

Senior Program Manager

🔥 Leading multiple AI and data initiatives for DHS OCFO
🔥 Planning, organizing, and guiding the work of data science team on data engineering and modeling efforts 
🔥 Developing AI roadmap to guide the path to the future for DHS OCFO (e.g. developing guidelines and prototypes for Generative AI applications)
🔥 Integrating Python, SQL, and Tableau on large-scale data validation efforts

Project Manager / Senior AI & Data Advisor

High Value, LLC

Collectibles buying and selling / motivational speaking and consulting

President

FIRESTARTERS

Author of FIRESTARTERS: How Innovators, Instigators, and Initiators Can Inspire You to Ignite Your Own Life

Motivation: Helping you capitalize on your passion and skills.

Strategy: Helping you understand how to get from here to there on your life path.

Networking: Helping you identify the right people to boost your financial potential

Book Author

The Millennium Group International

Director of Management Consulting

The Center for Organizational Excellence, Inc.

● Led multiple organizational strategic planning, human capital, process re-engineering, large-scale research, survey, and program evaluation efforts with values ranging from $50K to $2.5M annually.

● Currently coordinating DATA Act strategic data innovation project for the CFO of the Department of Homeland Security. Involves application of full life cycle project management activities: change management, solution development, risk management.

● Led an 8-person workforce planning engagement for the 800,000-employee civilian workforce of the Department of Defense.  Established competency models for occupations ranging from teachers to aerospace engineers. ​

● Leveraged strategic data expertise to re-vamp the data collection and reporting processes
for an organization with the mission to supply civilian workforce support to military work units in
Afghanistan. Developed statistical guidance for preparing civilians to staff future missions in war
zones. Led to client receiving recognition from the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Program
Support.

● Conducted large scale evaluation of a HUD five-week national training program​, resulting in a
demonstration of program success in improving timeliness and quality of work.

● Led four-year effort to report on and improve processes related to the assessment of the
success of human capital best practices​ within the Department of Defense. 

● Re-designed and re-engineered entire HR Line of Business for the Securities and Exchange Commission

● Conducted holistic organizational assessment for US Marshals, leading to strategic re-structuring​. 

● Led a year-long program assessment for a government-wide initiative designed to decentralize
the monitoring of strategic human capital practices​.

● Developed and analyzed surveys assessing labor-management relations practices​ across DoD's 800,000 employees and 1300 local bargaining units.

Director

University of Delaware

Led, designed, implemented, and analyzed multiple research studies resulting in comprehensive
recommendations reports for organizations. Additionally, leveraged research and organizational expertise to design and teach 8 university courses on advanced topics.

Selected Accomplishments:
● Led a research project examining employee creativity and performance at three organizations,
including a mortgage broker. This work involved conducting in-depth statistical analyses to link
employee attitudes and perceptions to performance evaluations and absenteeism data​.

● Evaluated the effectiveness of the R&D team format, involving collaborative knowledge management
technology, employed by a Fortune 500 chemical company​.

● Designed major research projects examining customer satisfaction with exhibits at a major
metropolitan zoo and a world-famous Aquarium. These projects entailed actively manipulating
aspects of the environment to determine how the changes would influence customer enjoyment​ of the leisure experience.

● Evaluated employee motivation and performance​ in a manufacturing and a social work
organization. Developed employee-attitude assessments and conducted statistical analyses of data.

● Developed an extensive, culture-focused interview protocol for employees at an organization that
manufactures “smells” for consumer products.

Organizational Researcher, Instructor, Teaching Assistant, Research Assistant

As an Organizational Effectiveness, Artificial Intelligence, and Data Innovation Executive, I've dedicated over two decades to leading transformation in both public and private sectors through strategic management, organizational development, and innovative data analysis. At the heart of my approach is a blend of creativity, leadership, and project management skills, honed to perfection as a PMP and Lean Six Sigma Black Belt.

Key Achievements:

Developed competency models for over 30 occupations in a large government agency, creating a robust framework for talent development and performance management.

Led comprehensive proposal efforts for various consulting projects, playing pivotal roles from business development and capture to proposal writing and project management, showcasing versatility and a results-driven mindset.

My philosophy: "Use data to tell a story." I focus on integrating multiple evidence points, such as surveys and objective data, to craft compelling narratives and drive impactful decision-making. This approach has not only enabled comprehensive assessments but has also been instrumental in identifying powerful indicators for organizational growth and innovation.

Looking Ahead: 

My aspiration is to be a go-to resource for the seamless integration of AI tools, serving as a thought leader at the innovative forefront of consulting. I am deeply engaged in understanding and advocating for the "human touch in the age of AI", a critical emerging trend that balances technological advancement with human-centric approaches.

Let's Collaborate: 

I am eager to connect with like-minded professionals to exchange ideas, foster mutual learning, and collaborate on projects that challenge the status quo. Whether you are seeking an advisor, a motivation expert, or a public speaking resource on consulting and AI topics, I am open to a variety of opportunities that fuel innovation and creativity.

Project Manager / Senior Data Advisor

WAKE FIT Personal training

Samuel's own fitness business. His mission statement is to concentrate on his passion: coaching clients and helping them achieve their fitness goals. Samuel practices what he preaches and applies his knowledge by competing in 'physique competitions' and other fitness challenges. He is still involved with elite level sport and performs the role of Strength and Conditioning coach for the GB Luge team. This multi faceted approach ensures he has all the tools at his disposal to work towards the clients ultimate fitness aim, whatever that may be.

Samuel currently conducts his personal training from a state-of-the-art fitness facility in central London as well as outdoor/home visits. Samuel has a diverse portfolio of clients from celebrities, actors and West-end performers to 'office based' professionals. He is also a regular writer and advisor for Men’s Fitness magazine.

Founder & Head coach

Robert Walters

Robert Walters IT Contract Division recruits Technology contractors for Financial Services and Commerce and Industry clients. We align our consultants in a vertical matrix to prioritise candidate skillsets and sector knowledge.

Robert Walters plc is one of the world's leading specialist professional recruitment consultancies with 51 offices spanning 23 countries. 

The vast majority of our competitors operate on an individual commission basis however success through team performance and a non-commision based renumeration model are fundamental values at Robert Walters, when speaking to clients and candidates or interviewing people to join my team I can honestly say that this strategy serves long term relationships.

Because every recruitment challenge is characterised by differing circumstances our candidate sourcing campaigns and solutions are designed specifically for each client.

Recruitment Consultant

Royal Air Force

Co-ordinating and scheduling chartered privately owned aircraft as part of a NATO contract to assist the military heavy lift capability.

Operations Officer (manager)

Officer

RAF- Defence Supply Chain Organisation and Management

Responsibility as part of a team to co-ordinate and plan all RAF heavy lift air movements world wide.  This involved solving complex logistics and mathmatical problems within such issues as crew duty planning, slot prioritisation and fleet management.

Airlift Task Planning

I help busy professional male leaders achieve their body/fitness goals through time efficient online coaching around their lifestyle. Fully personalised high end service achieving a guaranteed lean, fit & healthy body.

After completing my degree in Sports Science I went on to serve 10 years as an RAF Officer initially as a pilot and later as an Operations Officer. During my military career I was fortunate to work in a variety of countries in many dynamic and fast moving positions.  As a team leader I have been responsible for the welfare, training and development of subordinates as well as bearing overall responsibility for mission success. 

I left the RAF in Dec 2012 and took a role in recruitment. During this time I made the decision to follow my passion for exercise and take my fitness work fulltime. I left Robert Walters after an enjoyable year to establish my own business.

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