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Betty Jo Tennyson (Integration, Team Lead) James Hall (Engineering Technician III)
Betty Jo continues to impress MIL leadership and our We are pleased to announce the promotion of James Hall (aka,
customers. She delivers on the tasks requested of her and has JR). Since JR came on board MIL, he has proven himself to be
demonstrated impeccable work ethic and solid teamwork in her a valued asset to the Engineering team. James joined the team
many accomplishments of 2020. She remains professional and with a mechanical background and has worked on many different
handles all challenges that come her way. Betty Jo also has extra communication system platforms while at MIL. JR’s commitment
duties and leads the training for MIL’s cable building and solder to the GMV 1.1 project specifically, has contributed to many
certifications. She has also demonstrated her ability to ensure successes that have been acknowledged by our customer. JR has
her work is in line with our REPS ISO processes and procedures. solidified himself as a go-getter because of his willingness to
Congratulation on your promotion, Betty Jo, well done! assist with anything asked of him. Thank you, James, for your
dedication to MIL and congratulations on your well-deserved
promotion.

GFS-DC Promotions

Brandon Coachman (Financial Analysis, Sr. Associate) Trina Travis (Financial Analysis, Manager)
Brandon was recently promoted to Financial Analysis, Sr. Trina was recently promoted to Financial Analysis, Manager
Associate. Brandon has taken on a lead role supporting our overseeing MIL’s Directorate support teams within the DS. Trina
reports analyses on the Financial Reconciliation team at the is dedicated to mentoring and providing guidance and support to
Bureau of Diplomatic Security (DS) at DoS. Brandon has her staff. Trina has an innate ability to recognize what is needed
provided high quality deliverables directly to the DS Deputy to support her staff and has taken it upon herself to strengthen
Comptroller shortly after joining the team. He is recognized as relationships with the client to include marketing MIL’s skillsets
a key person supporting the reporting warehouse, providing for potential future business.
outstanding support and acting as liaison between the DS/Chief
Financial Officer’s office and the CGFS development team at DoS. Lisa Donnelly (Financial Analysis, Associate)
DS has recognized Brandon as a strong addition to the project. Lisa has recently transitioned from an administrative support
role to a client-facing, invoice support role where she will be
Colisha Freeman (Financial Analysis, Sr. Analyst) supporting invoice assignment throughout DS. Lisa has proven
Colisha was recently promoted to Financial Analysis, Sr. to be very flexible, quick to learn new things, detail oriented, and
Analyst. Colisha facilitates the accurate assignment of invoices able to successfully take on new challenges outside of her comfort
throughout DS and has taken on additional responsibilities zone. We look forward to supporting Lisa in her new client site
assisting with the implementation of Invoice Processing Platform role on the team.
approval codes and workflow groups used to process invoices
for payment. Colisha has provided training and guidance to new
staff members and has taken a lead role to ensure proper invoice
mailbox management. Colisha is also recognized as a key person
supporting ServiceNow Invoicing, another invoice platform used
to process invoices. Colisha’s guidance is trusted throughout
Resource Management, supporting 25 program offices.

Bonnie Shin (Vice President) Keep in touch!
Bonnie has taken on full management of the DS team. Over
the last two years, Bonnie has worked with the client to add Keep up with our latest news and employee
multiple positions to the contract, helping significantly increase achnivements! Follow MIL on Facebook, Instagram,
yearly revenue. She is recognized as a key person at DS by the
Comptroller, Deputy Comptroller, and management staff alike. LinkedIn, and Twitter!
Bonnie has successfully juggled improving project profitability;
recruiting, managing, and mentoring staff; supporting
the introduction of innovative work products to the client
(dashboards, RPA, Microsoft Dynamics); providing executive
leadership; supporting proposal efforts; and effectively executing
the duties of an MIL Vice President.

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