About Strategy Bridge

Headquartered in the Washington DC area, Strategy Bridge helps organizations bridge the gap between plans and operating results through delivery of systems engineering and project management training, and consulting services for implementation of enterprise strategies, programs and projects.

We work closely with clients to assess their current systems and performance and help them develop effective systems and processes through which strategy may be successfully executed. We facilitate client leadership teams, guiding them to conceive, select and prioritize goals and objectives optimized to cascade throughout their enterprise.

We enable our clients to succeed in the long term through tailored training and executive coaching. Our training courses are designed around key systems engineering and project management concepts and the material is tailored to our clients’ needs and experience base.

We are honored that the majority of our work is due to returning clients.

Clients tell us they continue to choose Strategy Bridge because:

They trust us.

We are honored to have built long partnerships based on integrity and loyalty with our clients.
We give independent, honest counsel.

Our consultants are seasoned experts providing unbiased advice not tied to any product or service.
We deliver.

Total customer satisfaction is one of core values. Our clients know that their goals are our highest priority, and our job is not complete until they have achieved their goals.

Mission Statement

Strategy Bridge helps teams bridge the gap between plans and operating results through delivery of systems engineering and project management training, consulting, mentoring and facilitated workshops. Our success is gauged by our ability to foster positive, sustained, organizational change.

Capabilities

Our people are our greatest asset. Our team consists of seasoned, credentialed staff that has held key leadership positions in many government and commercial industry projects and organizations. Our consultants and instructors are systems engineering and project management subject matter experts with decades of experience designing, developing, and delivering courses and enhancement programs. We leverage our experience in relating to our clients’ challenges and are proud of our track record of bringing value to our clients and partners.

Strategy Bridge consultants and instructors hold certifications from, maintain membership in, or are recognized by multiple organizations, including: INCOSE, PMI, IPMA, ASQ, ICF and Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award Board of Examiners.

Our Core Values

Uncompromising integrity
Honest, independent advice
Relentless focus on customer satisfaction

Leadership

Mark A. Wilson, CEO

Mark has served as the CEO of Strategy Bridge since he co-founded the company with Don Hernley in 2004. He is certified as an Expert Systems Engineering Professional (ESEP - INCOSE), Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (American Society for Quality), and he has served on the boards of examiners for the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award and the President’s Quality Award. He served more than 25 years in the U.S. Navy and retired as a Captain (O-6). A master facilitator and recognized expert in collaborative decision-making techniques, he has worked with Aerospace, Defense, Telecommunications, and Federal Government organizations, helping teams define strategies, plan major programs, allocate resources, and select preferred concepts and solutions in engineering trade studies. He has also taught hundreds of hours of classroom instruction in Systems Engineering, Systems Thinking, Project Management, Quality Management, Leadership, and Decision-Making. Mark earned a Master of Science degree from the U.S. Naval Postgraduate School and a Bachelor of Science degree from the U.S. Naval Academy.

Donald E. Hernley, COO

As Strategy Bridge’s co-founder and COO, Don’s background as a senior executive and consultant in information systems, financial management, and project management has provided him with significant knowledge and experience in running highly efficient organizations. Don strongly believes in creating value for Strategy Bridge’s clients and thus maintains an operating environment that is free of unnecessary corporate bureaucracy and overhead costs. Prior to founding Strategy Bridge with CEO Mark Wilson, Don developed deep knowledge and expertise through a career in the private sector serving as a senior consultant and executive in highly respected firms, including Baxter International and Ernst & Young.

“We focus our energy on providing best value client solutions,” according to Don. “We implemented a conservative fiscal philosophy from day one, and that has enabled us to build and maintain a professional staff of battle-hardened professionals who love what they do.”

Mark and Don co-founded Strategy Bridge as a company where dedicated professionals could focus on delivering world-class training and consulting services without distractions. According to Mark, “We live our values – uncompromising integrity, honest, independent advice, and relentless focus on customer satisfaction – every day. We look for employees who share our values, and we take great pride in our ability to listen, observe, and design tailored solutions for our clients’ most vexing challenges.”