Hi! I’m Vincent Culliver, a career coach and government leader with nearly 20 years of experience leading business operations functions for major government organizations, including the DoD, National Science Foundation, and the Federal Aviation Administration. I’m passionate, pragmatic, and have a unique talent of cutting through the noise to dive into the root cause of complex issues. I’ve led high impact teams for several major business lines across the federal government specifically in IT, Real Estate, Financial management, Contract Management, and Human Capital Management. Throughout my career I’ve overseen and served as a staff officer for organizational transformation efforts both in culture and in straight line management at some of the government’s most mission-critical agencies.I hold a Master’s in Contract Management and a Bachelor’s in Business Management, along with executive education in negotiations and leadership. These programs strengthened my ability to lead, problem-solve, and guide others through career transitions, complex decisions, and professional growth with confidence and clarity.
I’ve built a reputation for turning complex challenges into clear, results-driven strategies. I’ve spearheaded reorganizations, negotiated major IT and contracting deals, championed diversity and inclusion, and empowered teams to achieve sustainable, measurable success. Frequently showcasing my aptitude to leverage my resilience and tenacity to serve as a disruptor to stale organizations in need of reformation.
Now, I bring that same clarity, zeal, and authenticity to my work as a career coach. Whether you're ready to take your next step or unsure where to begin, I’m here help you move forward—with confidence, practical tools, and a clear plan. Career coaching from for the upwarded minded professional.
My career coaching approach is direct, strategic, and rooted in real-world experience. I don’t believe in generic advice or one-size-fits-all solutions. Instead, I work with you to identify your strengths, clarify your goals, and create a focused plan of action that’s grounded in your values and aligned with your next step forward.
Drawing from nearly 20 years of federal leadership experience, I understand how to navigate complex systems, overcome internal and external roadblocks, and lead through uncertainty. I use that insight to help you tackle what’s holding you back—whether it’s self-doubt, a lack of direction, or unclear goals.
You can expect honesty, structure, and support. Together, we’ll explore not just what you want to do, but who you want to become—and we’ll build a path that gets you there, step by step.
My specialty is helping you:
This work is about movement. About clarity. And most of all, about helping you lead your life and career with purpose.
I created this online career coaching practice because I believe every person deserves a career that feels purposeful, aligned, and fulfilling—even in the face of uncertainty.
What led me here wasn’t just my two decades of leadership in government—it was recognizing a calling: I have a unique ability to empower people to move forward. I help individuals tap into their potential, navigate career crossroads with clarity, and step into their next chapter with confidence and purpose.
With high emotional intelligence, a pragmatic lens, and a gift for identifying the root of what’s really holding someone back, I coach people through moments of major change. And right now, those moments are everywhere.
In this era of shifting national priorities, evolving federal landscapes, and unpredictable workforce changes, many professionals are disoriented, stuck, or simply unhappy. Whether you're facing a DRP-driven career shift or just feeling disconnected from your work, you're not alone—and you don't have to figure it out on your own.
My role is to help you regain your momentum, realign with your goals, and pivot in a way that’s smart, strong, and sustainable. Together, we’ll turn uncertainty into opportunity—and make sure your next move is your best one yet.
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