Timothy Lael

Tim (TJ) leads Changeis’ Capture and Proposal efforts which includes developing enterprise strategy, overseeing the business pipeline, and directing the execution of proposal development. Tim’s 30+ years of executive level business acumen includes an impressive depth and breadth of best practices, lessons learned, and creative approaches for business development ensuring sustainable business growth.

Tim’s experience includes 20 years in the United States Air Force (USAF) as an Air Traffic Controller (CONUS/OCONUS) supporting all (ATC) facilities. His experience also includes 9 years as an adjunct professor at the University of North Dakota, where he established the Air Traffic Control Training Program. Tim’s contracting background includes working for companies including SAIC, Engility, GDIT, McNeil Technologies, SkyLink USA, Serco-NA, Inc., CALNET, Inc. and American Systems, Inc.

Tim holds a Bachelor of Science Degree from Embry Riddle Aeronautical University and is a master’s degree candidate in Aviation Management. He has extensively trained in methodologies such as Shipley Business Lifecycle, Lohfeld Strength Based proposals, American University Capture training and is a Graduate of DynCorp, Inc. Capture Management school.

Tim enjoys family time, travels world-wide, and enjoys outdoor activities such as fishing and photography.