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Amber Celestaine

@ambercelestaine

Strategy execution leader at HORNE / BDO who implemented 24+ processes and workflows for federally funded recovery programs.

United States

Message

At HORNE / BDO, I translate leadership priorities into processes, performance controls, technology workflows, and cross-functional action for federally funded programs. I lead a 12-person multidisciplinary operation and have designed, developed, or implemented 24+ business processes, procedures, workflows, and program enhancements.

Previously, I directed HUD-funded housing recovery operations at Ardurra Group, LLC and integrated FEMA recovery frameworks at South Carolina Emergency Management Division. At the Department of the Army, I led continuous improvement initiatives across a geographically distributed organization, developing performance frameworks and measurable improvement plans.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Construction Director, Orange County Recovers

Current

HORNE / BDO

Oct 2025 - Present (1 year 1 month)

Leads construction operations for a federally funded recovery program, coordinating contractors, homeowner projects, and compliance. Oversees approximately $2.5M in direct construction activity and $6M in combined construction activity.

Construction Management contractor coordination Financial Oversight Compliance Program Management

Current

Manager, Government Services

Current

HORNE / BDO

Apr 2021 - Present (5 years 7 months)

Leads strategy execution and operational delivery within complex federally funded programs, overseeing a 12-person multidisciplinary operation and coordinating construction, finance, compliance, and technology functions. Advises client leadership on strategic priorities, operational risk, and process improvements.

Strategy Execution Operational Excellence Performance Management Cross functional Leadership Stakeholder Alignment Process Improvement Financial Oversight Compliance Program Management

Project Manager

Ardurra Group, LLC

Jul 2017 - Mar 2021 (3 years 8 months)

Directed complex HUD-funded housing recovery operations, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, contractors, regulatory requirements, and budgets. Improved operational efficiency through strengthened planning, scoping, and compliance monitoring.

Project Management HUD Programs Regulatory Compliance Budget Management Stakeholder Advisory Process Improvement

Recovery Program Manager

South Carolina Emergency Management Division

Jan 2017 - Jul 2017 (6 months)

Integrated FEMA recovery frameworks into South Carolina's emergency-management architecture, coordinating policy and execution across stakeholders. Analyzed recovery information and developed statewide training strategies.

FEMA Stakeholder Coordination Policy Analysis Training and Development Strategic Planning

Continuous Process Improvement Facilitator

Department of the Army, 81st Regional Support Command

Jul 2012 - Mar 2016 (3 years 8 months)

Led organization-wide continuous improvement initiatives across a geographically distributed federal organization. Partnered with senior leaders to translate goals into actionable strategies and developed performance frameworks.

Continuous Improvement Strategic Planning Process Improvement Performance Measurement Facilitation Cross Functional Collaboration

Military Service

United States Army

Jan 2005 - Dec 2012 (7 years 11 months)

Served in paralegal and legal-management roles supporting senior military leaders, handling sensitive information, legal research, and administrative operations. Supervised legal-office operations and personnel.

Legal Research Legal Administration Confidentiality Supervision Training Disciplined Communication