MiKayla Adams
Fort Belvoir
Summary
Senior Logistics and Program Management Professional with extensive joint-agency (DLA) and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) experience. Expert in integrated master scheduling (IMS), earned value management (EVM), and global energy crisis mitigation. Recognized for architecting strategic baselines for multi-million-dollar defense portfolios, aligning international stakeholder goals, and delivering data-driven intelligence to executive leadership to ensure 100% mission continuity.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Officer
Defense Logistic Agency
Fort Belvoir, VA
11.2025 - Current
- Directed cross-functional coordination and stakeholder engagement between DLA Energy, major military commands, and federal agencies, synchronizing strategic priorities to ensure uninterrupted fuel support for global contingencies and military operations.
- Performed end-to-end petroleum logistics from production to tactical delivery, tracking critical fuel products through combat theaters and performing detailed analysis to validate supply chain integrity and guarantee fuel availability for real-world missions.
- Provided executive-level decision support by delivering data-driven intelligence briefings to DLA directors and senior leadership (J-4), translating complex operational data into actionable insights for strategic planning and resource allocation.
- Led global energy crisis management and geopolitical analysis for the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), serving as the primary command-level analyst for international and domestic events impacting the DoD's multi-billion dollar bulk fuel supply chain.
Operations Officer
Michigan Army National Guard
Detroit, MI
03.2017 - Current
- Led planning and execution of logistics and sustainment operations for a Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, synchronizing supply, transportation, and maintenance functions across dispersed units in support of state and federal missions.
- Oversaw welfare and readiness of 37 soldiers, delivering critical signal support across five countries and ensuring uninterrupted communication systems.
- Developed maintenance policies and training programs for multi-million dollar equipment, enhancing operational readiness and maximizing cost-effectiveness.
- Executed diverse functions in human resources, maintenance, IT, and public affairs to support operational objectives.
- Curated content and crafted media releases to enhance public understanding of Army activities, while executing strategic communication that improved the Army's image.
Student-Athlete Project Consultant
Eli Lilly and Company
Remote
01.2025 - 11.2025
- Executed product roadmap for IoT and AI integration, leveraging commercial wearables (Apple/Fitbit) and AI-powered cognitive diagnostics for proactive symptom monitoring and enhanced medication adherence.
- Directed digital health strategy for Lilly Together application, developing scalable technology frameworks to optimize user experience (UX) and integrate patients with healthcare providers (HCPs).
- Awarded "Team MVP" for exceptional project execution and cross-functional leadership, explicitly recognized by stakeholders for demonstrating peak performance across the corporate Lilly LEADS framework (Learning Agility, Engagement, Aspiration, and Performance).
Student Athlete
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI
08.2019 - 04.2025
- Balanced academics and athletics with over 20 hours of training weekly, enhancing time management skills and contributing to two national championships.
- Collaborated with diverse teammates to advocate for social justice and foster team morale, while engaging in community service and professional development to support personal and team growth.
Senior Logistics Analyst
FEDITC, LLC
Hybrid
07.2024 - 10.2024
- Developed executive-level milestone baselines and critical path schedules using complex case data to proactively identify bottlenecks and streamline multi-million dollar FMS delivery timelines.
- Led integrated master schedule (IMS) evaluations and earned value management (EVM) analyses for high-priority Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs, ensuring strict alignment with international country goals, cost baselines, and execution milestones.
- Advised on technical and systems engineering for FMS portfolios; audited contract deliverables, technical data packages (TDPs), and engineering changes to mitigate compliance risks and align vendor performance with technical requirements.
Social Media Intern
Orchards Children’s Services
Southfield, MI
05.2020 - 07.2020
- Spearheaded campaign execution for major philanthropic events, aligning digital outreach with fundraising objectives to expand organization’s donor network.
- Leveraged data analytics to optimize brand messaging, driving a 30% surge in follower engagement and significantly strengthening community connection and stakeholder trust.
- Analyzed engagement metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to optimize content strategy, successfully increasing digital footprint and audience retention for fundraising and outreach events.
- Delivered performance insights and executive briefs to senior leadership, providing actionable recommendations that shaped marketing strategies and enhanced digital outreach ROI.
- Partnered with internal stakeholders to translate organizational milestones into digital narratives, improving public perception of agency and fostering trust within local community.
Education
Master of Science - Information, UX Research & Design
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI05-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Michigan - Dearborn
Dearborn, MI05-2021
Skills
- Global Supply Chain & Logistics Strategy
- Operational Efficiency
- Digital Transformation & Product Innovation
- Risk Mitigation & Data Analytics
- Strategic Program Management & Defense Acquisition
- Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) & Financial Oversight
- Executive Advisory & Stakeholder Alignment
- Strategic Communications & Brand Equity
Certification
- Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), Scrum Alliance, July 2025
- Top Secret Security Clearance, March 2022
Timeline
Operations Officer
Defense Logistic Agency
11.2025 - Current
Student-Athlete Project Consultant
Eli Lilly and Company
01.2025 - 11.2025
Senior Logistics Analyst
FEDITC, LLC
07.2024 - 10.2024
Social Media Intern
Orchards Children’s Services
05.2020 - 07.2020
Student Athlete
University of Michigan
08.2019 - 04.2025
Operations Officer
Michigan Army National Guard
03.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Michigan - Dearborn
Master of Science - Information, UX Research & Design
University of Michigan