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Brad Douglas, CF APMP Fellow (Class of 2021)

Executive Vice President, Global Strategy
Shipley Associates

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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.

Achieving the Executive Summaries micro-certification will support me in persuading Sales to create a better Executive Summary.
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Gerald Stein, CF ES-M APMP
APMP is an organization full of hardworking, enthusiastic professionals who are dedicated to promoting their industry and practicing their craft.
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Heather Finch, CF APMP
I would advise new professionals to take advantage of the resources that APMP offers. Not only do you have access to conferences and seminars through your chapter, but the free webinars and the robust network of professionals are great benefits that can help advance one’s career.
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Valerie Kessie, CP APMP
Certification has enhanced my worth as a bid professional. It has validated the skills and experience I have and is proof of my bid management qualities and capabilities. It has given me a springboard to develop my career and aim for Professional certification.
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Aynsley Davidson, CP APMP
You can expand your network by attending the local Chapter webinar and events. They provide an opportunity to collaborate with like-minded individuals locally to create and share consumable content, ideas, tools, and resources.
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Sonal Bhatnagar, CP APMP, PMP
With this micro-certification and digital badge, I signal to my bid team and stakeholders that I am familiar with this topic. They can use me as their contact and "sparring partner," independent of RFPs.
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Norbert Thiemermann, CPP ES-M APMP
Acquiring this micro-certification allows me to expand my aperture regarding the collaboration between capture and proposal management to develop more robust, customer-centric Executive Summaries for future pursuits. It allows me to advance my skill set, evolve my knowledge, and reflect my commitment to continuous learning.
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Stephen Yuter, ES-M APMP
Being an active APMP certified practitioner allowed me to recognize my hidden potential multifold (40u40, BPC Awards, BPC Speaker) and give back to the profession through the APMP community.
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Karthik Koutharapu, CP APMP
As a sales coach, the executive summary is vital for capturing and proposing management activities. This is an excellent addition to our members' professional standing, and I look forward to many more micro certifications.
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Suzanne Shields, CPP ES-M APMP
APMP has changed my professional life, elevating it to a standard that I didn’t know existed. Aside from the professional advantages of being certified as an APMP Professional, it’s the community of members who make it so special.
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Rita Mascia, CPP APMP