Debra Tabbot O'Connell

Debra Tabbot O'Connell has over a decade of experience in proposal management and business development. Debra most recently worked as a Senior Proposal Manager at Imagine Believe Realize, LLC. where they were responsible for overseeing proposal development processes. Prior to that, they held roles such as Proposal Director at Rekor Systems and Proposal Manager at Human Solutions Inc., a Division of Oasis. Debra has consistently demonstrated strong writing and editing skills, as well as the ability to develop compelling and compliant proposals. Throughout their career, they have maintained a high win rate, successfully securing government contracts. Debra has also been involved in strategic planning and has contributed to the identification and capture of new business opportunities. Debra has excelled in managing geographically dispersed teams and has effectively utilized Salesforce to track and report on the opportunity pipeline. Debra has expertise in various sectors, including human services, education, and workforce market areas across the Federal sector. Their experience includes establishing and maintaining processes, templates, and training for proposal development. Along with their expertise in proposal management, Debra has also contributed to the cultivation of customer relationship management processes and the development of corporate support activities. Debra has been recognized for their role in establishing procedures and documentation for proposal development, as well as optimizing and streamlining operational procedures. Debra has worked with a wide range of clients, including federal agencies such as the Department of Defense, Department of Transportation, and Department of Commerce. Their successful track record and strong partnerships demonstrate their ability to deliver high-quality results and contribute to business growth.

Debra Tabbot O'Connell completed their education from 1986 to 1992 at Brandeis University. During this time, they pursued a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Literature. Their academic achievements were commendable, as they consistently made it to the Dean's List.