The Wardlaw Group's core team is backed up by an extensive network of partnering organizations and affiliated consultants. These partnerships and affiliations provide depth and experience therefore enhancing the Wardlaw Group's capability to support complex client requirements as well as meet labor requirements during surge periods. We are proud of our relationships with these outstanding organizations and individuals. |
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M. Nicholas Mann, PhD. Nick is Managing Principal for Resolution Dynamics, Inc. (RDI). He is also Adjunct Associate Professor with the Department of Communication, Arts, and Humanities of the University of Maryland University College, Adelphi, MD; Adjunct Faculty to the Federal Executive Institute, Charlottesville, VA; and Core Faculty for the Institute for Change, Washington, DC. Additionally, Nick is a consultant and trainer for the Wardlaw Group. Education PhD, Organizational Communication, Howard University, 1999 Training Highlights Providing training to senior administrators at Norfolk State University on topics including "Leadership for 21st Century University Leadership" and "Emotional Intelligence." Providing training to union leaders in the Service Employees International Union on topics ranging from Organizational Change, Leadership, and Personal Leadership Awareness. Facilitated team development and training for over 70 cross-functional work teams at the Office for Civil Rights of the US Department of Education. Continuing assignments through 2005. Consulted and trained from 1981 through 2005 at the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission on projects ranging from 1) facilitation of retreats for senior leadership to include the Executive Director for Operations; 2) various consultations such as helping the 2000 SES Candidate Development Program participants design and conduct their"Internal Communications Survey" and conducting of the Office of Research "Self Study" in 2003; 3) designing Senior Executive Service Candidate Development Program and Leadership Potential Program Curricula, and 4) conducting as many as 250 training workshops on topics ranging for basic supervisory skills to emotional intelligence. Was lead facilitator for Real Time Strategic Change retreat involving over 200 people at the Office for Civil Rights of the US Department of Health and Human Services. Consulted on long term organizational change interventions incorporating multiple methods including strategic planning, plus team facilitation skills training at the National Museum of American History. Professional Experience In addition to those listed in the "Training Highlights" section, serve as a member of the editorial review board for the Organization Development Practitioner: � Journal of the Organization Development Network. Since 1976, have been a full-time organizational trainer and consultant, working primarily with departments and agencies of the US Federal Government. Also am a certified Executive Coach from the Gestalt Institute of Cleveland and clients have included executives at the NRC as well as the Federal Communications Commission, Federal Highway Administration, and National Institutes of Health. ................................................................. Harold L. Smullian. Harold is President and Owner of HLS Productions, Inc. He is also a consultant and trainer for the Wardlaw Group. Career Summary Throughout his extensive experiences in media communications, Mr. Smullian has developed a keen understanding of the complexities needed to properly promote and communicate his clients' unique objectives. His expertise is in creating and implementing strategies specifically designed to reinforce and promote public awareness through multimedia tasking. Professional Experience President HLS Productions, Inc., an Independent Television Production Company (1983 to Present). Leader of an award winning television production and consulting company serving the Baltimore/Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. Specializes in the development, creation, and execution of multimedia informational programming in support of government and private-sector clients. Founder and Senior Vice President, TELE-COLOR Productions, Inc. (1969 to 1983). Led TELE-COLOR, an independent, full service television production facility serving the Alexandria VA and Washington D.C. areas. Provided creative direction, managed production, and led the marketing and sales effort. Selected Productions Created, scripted, produced, and directed numerous national award winning broadcast and non-broadcast projects that include the following:
................................................................ Dr. Joseph V. Trahan, III, APR, Fellow, PRSA. Joe is President and Owner of Trahan & Associates. Additionally, he is a consultant and trainer for the Wardlaw Group, Inc. Education Ph.D., The University of Southern Mississippi-Mass Communications, Public Relations, Advertising, Political Communication & American Military History Career Summary Dr. Joe Trahan has over 25 years of Public Affairs/Relations experience with governmental, educational, association, and non-profit organizations. Professional Experience Present. President/CEO/International Media Trainer of Trahan & Associates, a Media Relations, Crisis & Risk Communications Training firm which annually trains 3,500 International and USA Clients how to effectively communicate both through both Mass Communications and Interpersonal Communications tools. Military Experience. Retired US Army Public Affairs Officer with over twenty-five years of Public Affairs experience in Community Relations, Media Relations and Command Information. His career highlights include The Joint Information Center Deputy Director for Operation Overlord's 50th Anniversary; The Joint Information Deputy Director for Presidential Task Force Andrew; The Defense Information School's Master Public Affairs Instructor, Media Relations and Mass Communications Expert; and International and US Army Mobile Training Chief. ................................................................. A. Bright Idea provides strategic, creative and fulfillment assistance to meet a variety of communication needs. Whether it's the development of a strategic marketing communications plan, implementation of a media campaign, a groundbreaking ceremony, brochure design, logo development, brand identity or sponsorship sales support, A. Bright Idea offers the in-house talent to make ideas shine. Web site - http://www.abrightideaonline.com/index.htm ................................................................. Corporate & Technical Communications, Inc.—Technical writing/editing, Sidney Huffman, Founder and Principal Corporate & Technical Communications, Inc. (CTC) helps technical businesses and other organizations produce high-quality documents that achieve project goals. Whether it's a proposal, manual, report, white paper, data sheet, or other professional document-CTC can help you put it in writing. Sidney Huffman, CTC's founder, has over twenty years of experience in writing for both technical and non-technical audiences. Her portfolio includes a variety of technical documents, business documents, and marketing materials. Ms. Huffman holds both a B.S. in Chemical Engineering and an M.A. in English from Virginia Tech. CTC supports clients with the following services: Project and Document PlanningCTC understands that effective planning can help you reduce tedious multiple drafts and avoid costly last-minute re-writes. At the outset of document development, CTC helps project staff establish goals for the document and guidelines for its organization, content, and style. Writing & Editing CTC can develop clear, concise, and effective written materials for a wide variety of document types, contexts, and audiences. Thorough editing produces professional, polished documents that allow your audience to focus on the message rather than the mistakes. CTC provides a "second set of eyes" to review your documents for oversights, errors, and writing problems that can reflect poorly on your project. Finally, in-house style guides emphasize good writing practices throughout your organization and across different projects. CTC can also develop standardized style manuals that will save you time and money on future projects. Project Management From the planning stages to final publication, CTC provides centralized management support for writing projects. CTC can track the various aspects of complex documentation projects and ensure that the project proceeds on time and on budget. For more information and specific project references, call Sidney Huffman at CTC, 540.344.1477. CTC is a small, woman-owned business. ................................................................. Across the country or around the world, you’ll find the Eagle Team hard at work. Eagle Group International is a global leader in consulting and management services for governmental and commercial organizations. Our expertise spans four critical sectors: Logistics, Healthcare, Information Technology, and Base Operations Support. Whatever the engagement, Eagle has the people, resources and proficiency to make it happen. We turn our knowledge and experience into action for you. Eagle Group serves both governmental and commercial clients, typically large, complex organizations. Fast ramp up; responsive, quality service; innovative programs; and an exceptional record of delivering results are the hallmarks of every Eagle engagement. Visit their web site at http://www.eaglegroupint.com/Default.aspx ................................................................. Founded in 1999, EnDyna Inc. is a woman-owned small disadvantaged 8(a) business that provides environmental consulting to federal and state governments. Smita Siddhanti, the firm's founder and President, and her senior team all have 15 or more years of environmental management experience and possess advanced degrees in either the biological and chemical sciences or public policy. Since its establishment, EnDyna has been providing technical and programmatic support to the Interstate Technology and Regulatory Council (ITRC), a component of the Environmental Council of the States (ECOS). ITRC is a state-led coalition of regulators, industry experts, academia, citizen stakeholders, and federal partners working together to increase regulatory acceptance of state-of-the-art environmental technologies and approaches. In addition, EnDyna supports various offices of the US Environmental Protection Agency including the Office of Research and Development; Office of Radiation and Indoor Air; Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances; Office of Groundwater and Drinking Water; and the Office of Solid Waste and Emergency Response. Visit our web site at http://www.endyna.com/index.htm. ................................................................. Fulton Communications, a communications owned by Keith Fulton and Sandy Martinez, is a consulting and training company whose niche is hands-on training and consulting for clients’ most challenging communications issues, both internal and external. Fulton Communications has provided these services to clients, who include major corporations and federal government agencies. These services include over 400 mostly two- and three-day workshops in the field of Risk Communication. Keith and Sandy come from 43 years of combined experience in the chemical industry which included public affairs and plant manager positions. ................................................................. The Ginn Group, Inc. The Ginn Group, Inc. was incorporated on August 5, 1997 as a Small, Veteran Owned business in the State of Georgia and began operations on March 1, 2000. On October 27, 2001, The Ginn Group received HUBZone certification by the Small Business Administration. Currently, we are also Serviced Disabled, Veteran Owned. The mission of The Ginn Group is to become the provider of choice for professional services from both federal and commercial customers. We strive to build trust, confidence and responsiveness into all client relationships through providing the best combination of services and cost. The Ginn Group's core competencies include:
We are pleased to be a corporate partner to the Wardlaw Group.� Visit our web site at: http://www.theginngroup.com ................................................................. |designwell. The |designwell. team views marketing design as a way of life. Our passion for new media design shines through all aspects of our work. Designwell brings a fresh, edgy, and absolutely professional approach to the communications products that make the business world turn.
Clients include: Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc., FLOWinsiders.com, Howard Theatre Restoration, Inc., HillaryForPresident, Control Graphic Solutions, Gardner Group Industries, Green Door Advisors, DC Arts Commission, PG County Workforce Svc., and many more... ................................................................ Independent Environmental Consultants (IEC), LLC. IEC was formed to provide environmental engineering and compliance support to the regulated community without a bias to generate additional work for a large consulting structure. With professional engineering capabilities in environmental/civil/chemical engineering and supporting capabilities in environmental science and regulatory interpretation, IEC offers a wide of capabilities with respect to regulatory compliance. Our firm provides technically practical and cost-effective analysis, evaluation, conclusions and recommendations to clients in the areas of
IEC provides a unique service in the environmental field by providing answers and solutions to environmental compliance activities. The firm strives to make compliance quicker, more straight forward and easier to understand. Our services are provided on a timely basis with the client's needs always the motivating factor driving us. ................................................................ JS3 Design , LLC. JS3 is owned and operated by John W. Sours, III. JS3 has more than 20 years of experience in designing and producing a broad range of electronic and print media for government and private sector clients. JS3's services include complete project management, scheduling, production, and delivery to ensure a professional, quality product on time and on budget. JS3 is experienced in the use of the following software: JS3's recent projects include an interactive CD, various website designs, two tradeshow displays, a full color quarterly magazine, and designer furniture publications. Clients include Atlas Systems, Inc., Battelle Memorial Institute, Sky Research, Inc., David Bailey Associates, FX Photography & Design, Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., Poteet Studio, UXB International, Inc., and the Wardlaw Group, Inc. For more information, visit the JS3 web site at http://www.js3design.com. ................................................................ Satellite Resources. Look to Satellite Resources when you need help with environmental permitting, compliance or communication.�Gleness Knauer, Principal of this women-owned small business, has over 20 years of experience in environmental management and regulation in the air, water and waste fields. She has worked in both industry and government. Ms. Knauer's expertise includes regulatory program development, compliance auditing, managing environmental systems, permit writing, and regulatory and policy analysis. Ms. Knauer also has experience helping regulated entities with community involvement activities on environmental matters such as facilitating meetings with community stakeholders, developing and implementing community involvement plans, and technical writing. Whatever your environmental permitting, compliance or communication needs, Satellite Resources can be your outside source of help. ................................................................. Westminster Business Services, LLC. WBS is a recruiting search firm that is here to meet your needs. Our primary area of focus is supporting government consulting firms, however, we also provide services to companies in the IT and telecommunications industries. We seek great candidates who will be strong assets to our clients' organizations, and clients who are in need of top-notch professionals. WBS specializes in filling the following job areas:
We work with our clients to ensure that we understand their needs and develop relationships with our candidates to ensure that we are facilitating win-win scenarios. Our seasoned staff provides great service to all parties involved.
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Public Relations for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The Wardlaw Group is pleased to announce that our firm was awarded a Blanket Purchase Agreement to perform public relations and community involvment support for the USACE Norfolk District. Patsy Hosner will lead the project.
Pandemic Influenza Communication. The Wardlaw Group, through a subcontract with Battelle Memorial Institute, has been working over the past several months to develop a Pandemic Influenza Communications Strategy and Playbook for a federal government agency. Our combined Battelle-Wardlaw Group team delivered the initial draft playbook in February 2008.