Cliff Washington, a Senior Strategy Advisor for Trillion Technology Solutions, Inc., brings over 30 years of distinguished experience as a Marine Corps Officer specializing in military command, control, communications, and computers (C4), and over 20 years as an IT expert and strategic planner in the commercial sector. He has held pivotal roles such as Business Executive, Delivery Manager, Project Manager, and IT consultant, demonstrating extensive knowledge of Federal IT policy and procedures. His leadership in establishing senior-level collaborative forums and managing complex IT projects is exemplary.
Mr. Washington’s professional journey includes notable positions at IBM, Booz Allen Hamilton, and the United States Marine Corps, where he retired as a Colonel. At IBM, he managed the FEMA EADIS Program, leading multiple projects and teams to achieve CMMI level 3 processes. He also provided project management for the DoD DISA NCES Collaboration Service, ensuring secure, scalable, and IA-compliant solutions. His tenure at Booz Allen Hamilton saw him lead HRM Data Strategy efforts and support business transformation initiatives for the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness.
With a robust educational background that includes a B.S. in Education from Wilmington College and multiple advanced degrees in military and strategic studies, Mr. Washington has been recognized with several prestigious awards, including the Legion of Merit Medal and the Defense Meritorious Service Medal. Holding both Department of Homeland Security Public Trust and U.S. Department of Defense Secret Clearance, he continues to provide strategic advice and support for business development, enhancing organizational performance and growth.
Neil Cohen, DBA, CFA
Member, Board of Advisors, Averroes Management Consultancy
Neil Cohen, a seasoned finance educator and consultant, served as a finance faculty member at George Washington University for over four decades, where he specialized in an active, hands-on teaching methodology that emphasized real-world financial problem-solving. His approach became a hallmark of the university’s finance programs, including the BBA, MBA, Executive MBA, and Master of Science in Finance. Neil’s dedication to student engagement and practical learning earned him numerous teaching awards, including the Students’ Choice Best Teacher for the Online MBA program in 2018.
Beyond his contributions to academia, Neil is a respected author and editor of case studies in corporate finance, investment management, and personal finance. He was instrumental in developing financial education in Central and Eastern Europe, publishing one of the first books that integrated computerized spreadsheets with financial analysis, later translated into Hungarian. His casebook, “Obstacles to Trade, Growth, Investment and Competitiveness,” remains a significant contribution to understanding business environments in the Balkans.
Neil’s global influence extends to his roles as a visiting professor and leader of management development programs in finance and investments for major corporations across Europe. His teaching experience spans prestigious institutions, including the Central European University Business School, Zagreb School of Economics and Management, and the Stockholm School of Economics-Riga. His work with companies such as ABB, Coca-Cola, and US Steel Slovakia has further solidified his reputation as a leading expert in financial management and strategy.
Neil holds an MBA from the University of Michigan and a DBA from the Darden School at the University of Virginia. As a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), he combines academic rigor with practical experience, bringing invaluable insights and expertise to Averroes Management Consultancy.
