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Valerie Ellis
USPS Engineering Program Manager, USPS (via) MBACSI
Location: Waldorf, MD United States
Joined: Apr 19th, 2026

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Program Management and Business Operations professional with 25+ years of experience leading complex federal and infrastructure projects. Proven expertise in financial oversight, risk management, contract compliance, and stakeholder engagement. Skilled in forecasting, cost control, and program reporting with a strong record of delivering projects on time and within budget. Adept at aligning operations with regulatory requirements (FAR/DFARS, CAS) and driving efficiency through process improvement.

Current Whereabouts:

I am stepping into a season where everything I have poured into others is finally rising up to meet me. This isn�t just a project anymore it's a purpose. I am building a movement, opening doors, and carrying a message that�s bigger than I imagined. Right now, I am walking in influence that comes from authenticity, not force. I am being trusted with rooms, people, and opportunities that match my growth. I am doing it with the same grace, strength, and integrity that brought me this far. I am not just in a new chapter I am in my calling. And it shows. Download the ebook. A) eBook - $9.99 - Influence Without Force: Short Stories On Trust, Culture, And Buy-in, Working With Anyone Book By Valerie Ellis, (Kobo eBook) | Indigo

Life & Professional Aspirations:

I�m committed to helping people lead, communicate, and build trust without force. My goal is to use my book Influence Without Force and the 1 Billion Unit Challenge to inspire ethical leadership, cultural awareness, and emotional intelligence across communities, campuses, and workplaces. I aspire to create lasting impact, uplift others, and build a legacy rooted in integrity, service, and meaningful change. Download the ebook. A) eBook - $9.99 - Influence Without Force: Short Stories On Trust, Culture, And Buy-in, Working With Anyone Book By Valerie Ellis, (Kobo eBook) | Indigo

Website:

https://valerieellisauthor.com/

Education (request update)

College Not Listed class of 2025

Undergrad Major: Business Administration

Claim To Fame:

Completing a degree at 64 years of age.

Most Memorable Moment:

Degree

Experience

I currently work with USPS (via) MBACSI as USPS Engineering Program Manager
I have 8 years of experience working in the Executive Management industry.

USPS Engineering Program Manager | USPS Engineering (via) MBACSI
From February 2018 to Current • 8 year(s)
Directed multiple USPS modernization and logistics projects, ensuring delivery within scope, schedule, and budget. Currently Managing Portfolio of nine projects. �Developed integrated financial models, forecasts, and variance analysis to support executive decision-making. �Ensured compliance with SOX, PM standards, and regulatory requirements. �Partnered with supplier management groups to oversee subcontractor performance, cost, and quality. �Mentored PMO staff on standards and organizational practices.

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Influence Without Force

Dear HBCU, I hope you are well. I am reaching out to invite your institution to sponsor and champion a historic movement: the 1 Billion Unit Challenge, inspired by my book Influence Without Force. ...more
Posted by Valerie Ellis on April 19th, 2026 • 157 Views