Proposal and Contract Operations

Kristi T. Andrews, BS, E-RYT ***

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Sandy Spring, MD 20860

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Professional Summary

Experienced professional with a strong background in grant management, budget development, and government contracting. Expertise in pre- and post-award grant processes, financial reconciliation, and compliance with federal guidelines, including NIH and NSF requirements. Skilled in developing consensus and collaboration among stakeholders, managing detailed budgets, and thriving in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Teams, and financial reporting tools.

Skills

• Grant and Contract Management (Pre- and Post-Award)

• Budget Development and Financial Reconciliation

• Microsoft Excel and Financial Reporting Tools

• Compliance with NIH and 2CFR200 Guidelines

• Organization and Stakeholder Collaboration

• Research Administration and Proposal Submission including Grants.gov and other government client-specific websites

Professional Experience

Operations Manager

Dominion Sciences Initiative, LLC, Sandy Spring, MD May 2022 - Present

• Directed government grant and contract proposal operations, managing employees and contractors to meet deadlines and deliverables for NOFOs, RFIs, SSNs, RFPs, and other solicitations to DoD, DoN, NIH, and other organizations.

• Prepared and submitted government technical and budget proposal volumes, ensuring compliance with sponsor requirements and fiscal accuracy.

• Recruited, screened, interviewed, hired, and managed consultants, subcontractors, and invoiced prime awardees.

• Streamlined administrative processes to enhance efficiency and align with cost-accounting principles (2CFR200) and aligned with DCAA to compete for Cost-Plus Fixed Fee contracts.

Yoga Instructor and Private Teacher

YogaSix, Columbia, MD, and Private Groups, Olney, MD May 2022 - Present

• Plan and deliver 4-6 structured yoga classes weekly in styles including Vinyasa, TRX, Power, and Sculpt.

• Design personalized yoga routines for private groups, focusing on dynamic exercises tailored to client needs.

• Monitor student progress and adapt lesson plans to support growth and engagement.

Substitute Teacher

Montgomery County Schools, MD September 2018 – December 2023

• Adapted and implemented teaching plans across multiple grade levels, ensuring continuity and effectiveness.

• Cultivated strong classroom management skills to support diverse learning needs.

Lab Technician

CytImmune Sciences, College Park, MD December 1999 - June 2002

• Conducted grant-driven laboratory research and contributed to FDA preclinical and clinical stage projects to support development of novel therapeutics.

• Manufactured immunological testing kits (ELISAs) for research purposes, adhering to strict compliance standards.

• Supported grant and financial reporting, ensuring detailed and accurate documentation to ensure continued operations and customer relationships.

Director, Office of Youth Ministry

St. Bartholomew’s, Bethesda, MD June 2002 - December 2004

• Managed program budgets totaling $60,000 annually while securing $10,000 in additional funds each year.

• Designed and implemented educational and social activities, increasing youth participation by 15%.

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance program visibility and impact by building consensus among key players, collaborators, and decision makers.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, Cum Laude

University of Maryland, Baltimore County September 1995 - May 1999

Certifications

• Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED (January 2025 - January 2027)

• 200 Hour Teacher Training (YogaFit Inc, October 2019 - June 2021)

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