Judy Chmelik

Judy Chmelik is a seasoned operations and administrative leader with over 15 years of experience spanning military service, corporate operations, and human resource management. A U.S. Navy veteran, Judy combines deep expertise in logistics, personnel management, and executive support with a strategic understanding of business development and process improvement. She has successfully led initiatives in training, onboarding, project management, and organizational efficiency for small businesses and federal contractors alike.

Judy is also the CEO of Valor Ventures Consulting LLC, a firm dedicated to providing tailored consulting services to government agencies. The company specializes in Strategic Transformation, Digital Communications, and Technology Solutions, all designed to enhance operational effectiveness and help clients achieve long-term mission objectives.

Known for her strong people skills, Judy is a relationship builder who leads with empathy, clarity, and respect. She is deeply committed to integrity and genuinely caring for people, values that shape her leadership style and guide every aspect of her work. Bilingual in English and Spanish, she thrives in collaborative, mission-focused environments.

Her diverse background includes roles as a Surface Warfare Officer, Executive Assistant to C-suite leaders, Operations Manager, and Educator. She holds an active Secret clearance and degrees from the U.S. Naval Academy and Johns Hopkins University.