Our Leadership Team

Strategic Impact in Organizational Change

• Led enterprise-wide transformation initiatives, shaping workforce strategies for 260,000+ employees across 180+ countries
• Data-Driven Workforce Transformation: Implemented a global decision-making framework, eliminating $1.7M in inefficiencies at a $44B financial institution
• Mergers & Divestitures: Led a $700M divestiture, successfully transitioning 40% of North American assets for a $14B manufacturing group while maintaining productivity and engagement during change

Global Expertise & Cultural Intelligence

• Fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish; intermediate in French; basic Japanese

Born in Brazil to a Japanese family, dual Brazilian-American citizen, seamlessly navigates complex global business environments and cross-border workforce transformations

Board Engagement & Thought Leadership

• Adjunct Assistant Professor, New York University – Teaching Intercultural Business Communication in a master's program
• Executive Advisory Board Member, Bellini Center, University of South Florida
• Harvard Business Review Advisory Council – Offering strategic insights on the evolving workplace

Awards and Industry Influence

• 2024 LinkedIn Top Career Voice
• 2020 Teaching Excellence Award, New York University
• 2019 Most Innovative Program Award, ExecOnline
• 2013 Excellence Award, World Bank
• 2011 Vice Presidency Team Award, World Bank

Education

• MBA, Fundacao Getulio Vargas Sao Paulo, Brazil
• MA in Marketing, Escola Superior de Propaganda & Marketing, Brazil
• Executive Programs: Harvard University, Wharton School, Chicago Booth, Berkeley University
• Specialized Training and Certifications: Project Management, Lean Six Sigma, Human Performance Improvement, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in the Workplace, behavioral assessments (Hogan & Predictive Index)

The future of work is a future of continuous transformation. Nina founded Global Synergy Partner Solutions to help organizations navigate disruption, leveraging technology and AI to build agile, future-ready workforces. She believes that HR must lead organizational change, designing adaptive strategies that align people, culture, and technology to drive sustainable business success.

She also established Artificial Intelligence for Leadership, a LinkedIn group fostering discussions on AI's impact on leadership and organizational change. Her insights help leaders reimagine talent strategies, workforce design, and the role of AI in shaping resilient, future-ready organizations.

Visit Nina's LinkedIn Profile to explore testimonials from executives, peers, and industry leaders who have experienced her leadership, expertise, and transformational impact firsthand.

Leadership Experience

• Former Chief Information Officer and Vice President of Information Technology for the Dutch Department of Defense
• Executive Manager Information Technology (CIO) and Vice President of Software Development at the Virginia Department of Public Health
• Led global enterprise rollout of the Architecture Benefits Framework (EABF) for the Department of the Treasury
• Successfully executed one of North America's largest data center transfers without service interruption for SuperValu-ER

Organizational Impact

• Led comprehensive IT operations across all armed forces branches in the Dutch Department of Defense
• Implemented transformative strategies that enhanced operational efficiency and technological capabilities
• Orchestrated significant improvements in service delivery and systems performance at the Virginia Department of Public Health
• Managed critical IT initiatives for Phacil, Inc.

Industry Experience

Peter's expertise spans IT strategy development, enterprise architecture, operational excellence, and large-scale digital transformation initiatives. His work in the United States has included pivotal roles with prestigious organizations including SuperValu, Bank of America, the US Department of the Treasury, and the National Institute of Health (NIH), where he has been consistently recognized for driving business value through technology innovation.

Education & Certifications

• Master's degrees in Information Sciences and Information Engineering from the University of Den Haag
• MA in Business Administration from the University of Twente, Netherlands
• Advanced Degree in Management of Information & Communication Technology from University Delft (TU)
• Certifications: Project Management Prince2 (PMP), Lean Six Sigma, COBIT5, and ITIL Foundation Specialist

Professional Affiliations

• Active membership in the CIO/CTO Technology Executive Network
• Participation in various professional technology forums

A Dutch national and proud American citizen, Peter brings a global perspective to his role at Global Synergy Partner Solutions, where he leverages his extensive experience to drive operational excellence and technological innovation for our clients.

Military Leadership Experience

• Deputy Commander, Task Force Five Seven, leading diverse Maritime Patrol and Reconnaissance Aviation operations from the Persian Gulf during ENDURING FREEDOM
• Commanded units and activities ranging from 200 to 20,000 personnel in senior operations and program management
• Developed employment plans and led a coalition of US, UK, Canadian, Dutch, French, German, and Spanish forces
• Served as Commander, Harbor Defense Forces Western Pacific
• Commanding Officer, Patrol Squadron Sixty-Six
• Retired as Deputy Chief, Navy Reserve (OPNAV 095B) at the Pentagon in 2009

Global Security Operations

During ENDURING FREEDOM, Admiral Bayless led coalition operations in direct support of the global war on terrorism. His leadership spanned 7 deployed locations covering an area stretching 2400 miles, demonstrating exceptional strategic planning and international coordination capabilities.

Education

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Systems Engineering, U.S. Naval Academy, 1979
• Designated Naval Aviator, April 1981
• Executive level business programs at Babson College
• Kenan-Flagler Business School in Chapel Hill, NC
• Naval Post Graduate School in Monterey, CA

Honors and Decorations

• Distinguished Service Medal
• Legion of Merit
• Meritorious Service Medal

Post-Military Career

Following his distinguished military career, Admiral Bayless has applied his extensive leadership experience and strategic insights as a consultant to the Aerospace and Defense Industry. His expertise in building and leading diverse teams across complex global operations provides valuable guidance to organizations navigating challenging environments.

Strategic Impact & Leadership

• Led digital transformation initiatives exceeding $50M in value
• Achieved operational cost reductions of 35% through technology optimization
• Spearheads comprehensive digital transformation strategies with emphasis on cloud computing, AI, and machine learning
• Recipient of the prestigious CIO of the Year Award in 2023

Technology Expertise

• Enterprise IT governance and cybersecurity management
• Development of AI-driven business solutions
• Execution of enterprise-wide cloud migration initiatives
• Setting new standards for technological efficiency and innovation

Industry Leadership

• Chairman of the CIO Leadership Forum
• Member of the Forbes Technology Council
• Regular contributor to CIO Magazine
• Host of the "Tech Leaders Today" podcast
• Frequent speaker at global technology conferences

Publications & Thought Leadership

• "Digital Transformation: A CIO's Perspective" (2023)
• "The Future of Enterprise Technology" (2022)

Education & Certifications

• MS in Information Technology Management
• BS in Computer Science
• CISSP Certification
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect
• Project Management Professional (PMP)

Community Engagement

• Founder of the Digital Skills Initiative
• Active mentor in technology leadership programs
• Passionate advocate for diversity in technology and STEM education

As a Board Member of HR Global Synergy Partner Solutions, Will bridges technology and business strategy for organizational success, bringing his extensive experience in digital transformation and innovative leadership to help organizations navigate the rapidly evolving technological landscape.