Type Of Business:
Defense and security company
Expertise:
Business development processes and procedures; Identification and successful pursuit of new business; Pricing strategy; Teaming strategy
Major Product/SVS:
Systems and services for air, land and naval forces
Favorite Business Publication:
The Wall Street Journal; Input; CRC
Hobbies/Sports:
Visiting with family; Exercising; Reading Books; Traveling
Education Degrees:
MBA, Southern Illinois University (1976); Bachelor of Arts in Economics, Indiana University (1965)
Affiliations Awards:
Member, Chamber of Commerce, Fredericksburg, VA
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The highlight of his career was when he was promoted to vice president at Anteon and received a personal congratulatory note from Wayne E. Meyers, who was known as the "Father of Aegis."
Number Of Years In Profession:
35
Number Of Years In Current Position:
7
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to military service that trained him to plan, focus and execute programs and tasks. His support of the defense of the country is an excellent motivation for his job performance. He has strong support from his wife and family.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession because he was in the U.S. Navy, and desired to continue in a career that supports the defense of the country.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Leading the long-term positioning and capture of new business; Developing and executing strategic and tactical plans; Developing and evaluating the technical and management content and contractual compliance of proposals
Awards/Honors:
Bronze Winner, Chairman's Award, BAE Systems
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Mr. Shelvis hopes to have successfully expanded the business base for his company, and to have trained others to become business development experts.