Debbie Proffitt

As the Vice President for DoD Operations and Business Development, Debbie is responsible for day-to-day operations including strategic direction and planning, proposal development, contract/financial management, client satisfaction, and staffing. Debbie has over 35 years of experience in operational, program, and contract management in the DoD, U.S. Navy, and Public Sector - giving her extensive knowledge managing large, highly complex projects. Since joining PURVIS in 2011, she is also active in many capacities supporting workforce development in Rhode Island and holds board positions for the Southeastern New England Defense Industry Alliance (SENEDIA), Undersea Technology Innovation Consortium (UTIC), Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce, and RI Governor’s Workforce Board (GWB). She volunteers at the United Way’s Women’s Leadership Council supporting STEM and literacy initiatives. Prior to joining PURVIS, Debbie was a Senior Project Manager for large public sector system development projects for Retirement and Motor Vehicle solutions at HP Enterprise Services.