“In service we accomplish our best outcomes.”

Edward Berg is a dynamic and visionary operations executive with over 15 years of distinguished experience leading complex, multimillion-dollar programs across government agencies and private enterprises. With a proven track record in mining, oil and gas, and e-commerce, Edward has built a reputation as a results-driven leader capable of transforming underperforming operations into streamlined, high-efficiency systems aligned with organizational goals and stakeholder expectations.

Previously serving as Deputy Administrator Program Manager for the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service, Edward provided operational oversight for 31 offices and more than 100 personnel, managing a $50 million annual budget. During his tenure, he optimized IT and procurement systems to achieve recurring annual savings of over $1 million. His leadership in contract management—overseeing $5 million in annual contracting activity—ensured audit compliance and eliminated cost overruns, reinforcing his commitment to fiscal integrity and public trust.

Edward’s strategic influence extended into national initiatives, where he played a key role in shaping the National Strategic Plan for Customer Service and Outreach. His contributions supported a divisional expansion of over 20%, and his policy recommendations impacted over 2 million acres of land. These efforts helped secure a discretionary budget increase of more than $1 million and demonstrated his aptitude for surpassing performance benchmarks while maintaining public sector accountability.

Dedicated to building inclusive and high-performing teams, Edward’s leadership in employee engagement led to a 30% improvement in retention. He championed educational and cultural programming that increased satisfaction by 25% year-over-year and launched volunteer initiatives recognized at both national and state levels.

Earlier in his career, Edward participated in the USDA’s Business Management Leaders Program, where he completed intensive rotations in HR, finance, and contracting. He notably developed an electronic contracting database for the U.S. Forest Service’s Incident Fire operations—streamlining acquisitions by over 40% on a $5 billion+ budget. His early work as a writer and analyst helped establish national training standards and financial tools supporting major Farm Bill programs.

Edward holds a Master of Science in Environmental Engineering and Science from Johns Hopkins University and a Bachelor of Arts in Geology from Colgate University. His certifications include Six Sigma Black Belt, CompTIA A+, and Federal HR Management, with additional training in ESG risk, strategic leadership, and executive management.

Now focused on private sector leadership and board service, Edward brings a wealth of experience, ethical clarity, and operational excellence to mission-driven organizations. His career reflects a sustained commitment to innovation, integrity, and measurable impact.

Character
Edward Berg exemplifies integrity, resilience, and a service-driven mindset, consistently delivering high-impact results while upholding the values of transparency, inclusivity, and accountability in both leadership and operational execution.

Knowledge
With a robust foundation in environmental engineering, geology, and project management, Edward applies deep expertise across federal and private sectors to lead multi-million-dollar initiatives in conservation, procurement, and program efficiency.

Strategic
Edward demonstrates a keen ability to align operational processes with long-term organizational goals, securing discretionary funding, reducing costs, and contributing to national-level strategic planning that advances agency missions and stakeholder value.

Communication
Edward fosters collaborative environments through clear, data-informed communication and stakeholder engagement, effectively uniting cross-functional teams, increasing employee retention, and enhancing public service outreach and satisfaction.