Brad Douglas, CF APMP Fellow (Class of 2021)
Executive Vice President, Global Strategy
Shipley Associates
Bio
As EVP of Global Strategy, Brad oversees the global business development and operations of Shipley's worldwide business. He also leads Shipley's Training and Professional Development Practice, overseeing the online and in-person instructor-led training as well as the on-demand, self-paced training courses. Brad has managed large complex pursuits, proposals, and teams in a variety of market segments. He authored the Shipley 3-part Playbook series specifically targeted for Proposal Managers and Writers and Capture Managers. He has held many positions at Shipley, including President & CEO.
Prior to joining Shipley in 1990, Brad worked in the private learning and education market, where he led teams of technical university professionals in operations, admissions, and marketing.
Brad and his wife reside in Utah, where they are active in the community and church. They enjoy the outdoors, sports, travel, and recreation of all kinds and are proud grandparents of 12 grandchildren.
What does being an APMP Fellow mean to you?
Belonging to a professional community where professional development and knowledge sharing is a priority is an honor. I'm grateful for APMP's recognition of the contributions I've made to help the association pursue its mission and apply its values.
What's your best memory from attending an APMP event?
Participating in the Bid & Proposal Conference (BPC) Europe in Amsterdam in March of 2020 is extremely memorable. The world was on the front-end of a global pandemic - nobody felt completely safe. Yet, we pressed on. The conference will forever be memorable - everything from the amazing presentations to the care and concern attendees and leadership demonatrated for one another. The months that followed changed the world.
What advice do you have for a proposal professional entering our field?
Jump in. Don't tiptoe into the profession. Learn by doing. Find a mentor. Add value and be trustworthy.
