Cole Ried

Cole Ried is a seasoned federal consulting professional with nearly a decade of experience. They served as a Senior Consultant at Guidehouse since 2024, focusing on audit support and financial management for various Department of Defense initiatives. Prior to this, Cole was a Program Manager and Facility Security Officer at PD Systems from 2017 to 2019, where they successfully managed an $18.6 million portfolio and maintained optimal staffing across multiple contracts. Cole holds a Master's degree in International Relations and Affairs from the University of North Georgia, earned in 2016, along with a Bachelor's degree in the same field from the same institution.