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About

As Director of the Women Veteran-Owned Small Business (WVOSB) Initiative for the U.S…

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Experience & Education

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

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Licenses & Certifications

Why Facilitator

WHY Institute

Issued Feb 2021
Credential ID https://discover.whyinstitute.com/

John Maxwell Certified Leadership Trainer / Coach / Speaker / Facilitator

Volunteer Experience

Executive Committee/ Event Consultant

The Fall Gathering

May 2006 - Present18 years 7 months
Facilitate an annual gathering of senior military officers and senior federal civilians for the purpose of mentoring newly appointed Flag, General Officers and SESs.

Member

African American Federal Executive Association

Apr 2016 - Present8 years 8 months
Economic Empowerment

Member

Black Women of Influence (BWOI)

Jan 2019 - Present5 years 11 months
Economic Empowerment

Champion / Award Recipient

Women Veterans ROCK!

Nov 2014 - Present10 years 1 month
Economic Empowerment

Publications

Verification Self Assessment Tool

Developed by GCC Technologies, LLC for Department of Veteran Affairs, Center for Verification and Evaluation (CVE) August 16, 2013

The Verification Assistance Tool is designed to help service-disabled Veteran-owned and Veteran-owned small businesses works like "turbo tax" to pre-assess their eligibility for VA’s Veterans First Contracting Program. Only companies verified by CVE are eligible for the set-aside funding opportunities provided through the Veterans First Contracting Program.
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CVE Verification Resource Tool

Developed by GCC Technologies, LLC for Department of Veteran Affairs, Center for Verification and Evaluation (CVE)

the Verification Resource Tool. We have developed this resource tool along with the Verification Self-Assessment Tool to assist you in understanding the verification process. We recommend that you review the information contained within this resource tool to gather a better understanding of the verification process prior to applying for verification.
CVE encourages all potential applicants to use the Verification Resource Tool in order to gauge their readiness and preparedness for the…
the Verification Resource Tool. We have developed this resource tool along with the Verification Self-Assessment Tool to assist you in understanding the verification process. We recommend that you review the information contained within this resource tool to gather a better understanding of the verification process prior to applying for verification.
CVE encourages all potential applicants to use the Verification Resource Tool in order to gauge their readiness and preparedness for the application process. By using the Verification Resource Tool, Veterans will learn about the application requirements and address any issues prior to applying.
Utilizing CVE’s Verification Resource Tool, along with other resources such as the Verification Assistance Briefs, the Verification Self-Assessment Tool and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), Veterans can prepare for a positive outcome in the verification process.
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Courses

Certified Fraud Examiners

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Honors & Awards

Women Vets Rock Honoree of the Year

Women Vets Rock

Nov 2013
Each year, the Women Veterans ROCK! Rally and Veterans Day Celebration in Washington, D.C. puts a female face on Veterans Day by honoring Women Veterans who have served and passed on, as well as those who have served and live on.

Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) Moreland Award

Department of Defense Combined Federal Campaign (CFC)

2007
The second top Department of Defense (DoD) Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) award, the John Moreland Most Outstanding Loaned Executive (for CFC operational excellence during an annual campaign), is named for Moreland's 18 distinguished years as a DoD loaned executive.

Popeyes Gold Plate Award

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, Inc

2004
While under my leadership, Popeyes® Louisiana Kitchen, a division of AFC Enterprises, Inc. presented the AAFES Pacific Region Popeyes at Hickam Air Force Base, Oahu, HI the Gold Plate Award, at its worldwide conference. Popeyes presents Gold and Silver Plate Awards to the very best restaurants in the system. These restaurants excel operationally, positively represent the brand's image and effectively use Popeyes training tools. Additionally, restaurants are evaluated on sales performance…
While under my leadership, Popeyes® Louisiana Kitchen, a division of AFC Enterprises, Inc. presented the AAFES Pacific Region Popeyes at Hickam Air Force Base, Oahu, HI the Gold Plate Award, at its worldwide conference. Popeyes presents Gold and Silver Plate Awards to the very best restaurants in the system. These restaurants excel operationally, positively represent the brand's image and effectively use Popeyes training tools. Additionally, restaurants are evaluated on sales performance, overall execution of the Popeyes concept, and leadership as demonstrated by the restaurant manager and his or her team.

Air Force Innkeeper Award runner-up (Best Hotel/Lodging Operations)

United States Air Force

This award recognizes Air Force installation level lodging facilities that provide the most outstanding lodging and customer service to Air Force travelers and family members

Languages

English

Native or bilingual proficiency

Organizations

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority

Charter Member, Seoul Korea, 1988

Disabled American Veterans (DAV)

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Tuskegee Airmen

2nd Vice President

Recommendations received

Lorna Puntillo “It seems a lifetime ago I had the honor to meet Michell Gardner-Ince (GI). As comrade-in-arms we were bound, as passionate veterans we were united and as women who walk by faith, we are resolved to do that which we are compelled. What I could not have anticipated would be the impact GI has had on my personal and professional life. As a Leader, GI: Models the Way, Inspires a Shared Vision, Challenges the Process, Enables Others to Act and Encourages the Heart. As a Mentor she's: Available, Enthusiastic, Positive, Feedback driven, Honest (integrity filled even if is not popular), Active Listener and Relationship Nurturer that result in growth. I say all that to say this, today I am a much better person & professional. Her expertise has paved the way for me to: 1. Double annual revenue (and growing); 2. Build the foundational structure of my business; and most importantly, 3. Build a high performing Team. GI's relationships and mentorship have provided me with lucidness of mind, intentional focus and made doors from immovable barriers which once stood in my way. Out of all OSDBU agencies, she is the only person that doesn’t speak in generalities. GI provides specific directions to concerns / questions and most importantly follows-up. Why does she do this? I can only surmise, because GI doesn’t see me as just another small business, rather genuinely cares. GI provided the hand-up I needed, when I didn’t’ even know I needed it. In closing, I'm not sure what GI's next chapter in life may be, but I can say without hesitation I hope to be among those within her journey. Lorna G Puntillo, ACTE2S, SDVOSB-CEO”

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