Our People

Laurian is the majority partner of Summit2sea Consulting. As CEO, she oversees the strategic direction, stewardship and culture of the company. Laurian has over 20 years of business and system consulting experience with an emphasis on financial management systems. She earned a BS in Business Administration and MS in Accounting from the University of Virginia.  Laurian is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Bryan is a managing partner at S2S. He collaborates with our clients and leads our consulting team to identify and solve complex problems with clean and simple solutions. Bryan's expertise lies in implementing people, process and technology solutions to financial management, procurement, budget and overall data analytics challenges. He is constantly evaluating emerging technologies across data analytics, robotic process automation and machine learning in order to identify the solutions to our client’s business challenges. He received his BS in Business Administration from Mary Washington College and holds a certification in ICAgile.

Chris is a partner at S2S and currently supports all aspects of delivery and growth activities helping to ensure the company executes against its strategic vision. Chris has experience in a variety of roles and provides service delivery, business development, proposal creation, capture planning, operational management and recruitment for the company. He has over 21 years of experience assisting government and commercial clients. He received his BS in Finance from Metropolitan State University of Denver.

As the Vice President of Operations, Mike has responsibility for employee development, customer satisfaction, driving high customer ROI and organic growth. Mike has over 25 years of experience as a business owner, strategic advisor, and energetic leader of several growth stage government consulting companies.  He earned a BA in Economics from the University of Virginia and an MBA from the University of Maryland.  He has certifications as a PMP, Scrum Master and ITIL Foundations Practitioner.

Rey is the Vice President of Business Development at S2S where he directs the firm’s strategic growth through market analysis, prospect identification and proposal development.  He has over 20 years of experience in the full spectrum of Department of Defense Financial Operations having served in a variety of roles as a Soldier, DoD Civilian, and Consultant.  He earned a BS in Business Administration from Colorado Technical University and an MBA from the American InterContinental University.  

Jason is a senior advisor at S2S.  His consulting experience includes providing advisory services to large public sector organizations implementing complex business systems.  He has worked at every level in Government and has spent the last 13 years working on large technology projects in the Department of Defense (DoD).  He is currently the functional architect for a massive big-data project that is consolidating and normalizing over 150 systems for the DoD. He has received multiple commendations and awards for his project leadership and contribution to success in the DoD financial management domain.  His community involvement includes supporting and volunteering with several animal rescue groups.  In his free time, Jason enjoys mountain biking, guitar, and watching the English Premier League.

Gurman is a Program Manager at S2S and has over 14 years of program and project management experience, with a proven track record of managing diverse teams and complex deliverables with multiple Federal and DoD clients. As a solutions-driven manager Gurman ensures S2S delivers value-added programs that allow S2S clients to enhance their competitive advantage and bring transformative change in the areas of financial management, procurement and budgeting. He thrives in conceptualizing and executing program vision while meeting milestones and adapting to  shifting priorities. He is currently managing an S2S contract with a DoD agency that is transforming its budget and financial management domains.  He received his BS in Computer Engineering from Nagpur University and is a certified PMP since 2007.

Narayan is a Senior Advisor at S2S . He has over 23 years of experience leading and managing teams on large system implementation projects. His last 10 years were with the DoD in their Finance Transformation Initiatives as a program manager. Prior to his DoD experience, Narayan led large scale ERP  solutions at the Department of Health and Human Services. Narayan holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Drexel University.  He also holds a PMP certification along with a DoD Level 1 Project Manager certification from Defense Acquisition University (DAU). He has received multiple commendations and awards for his project leadership and the success from his projects. In his spare time, Narayan likes to play trivia, golf, travel and watch football.

"I was drawn to Summit2Sea from my initial encounters with the team. I immediately felt like I was a part of the family and saw the tremendous experience and skills everyone has to offer. The quality of work we provide to the client and friendly team culture attracted me to Summit2Sea and I can't wait to see what the future holds for the company."

"Coming from a larger consulting firm, it was very refreshing when I first joined Summit2Sea.  You're a real member of the team here, and receive great recognition for the work you perform. I've had the chance to meet some very smart people, and learn more than I ever have during my three years with the firm.  I am very excited to see where we go!"

"Summit2Sea is truly an exceptional place to work. You are viewed as part of a family where meeting your own professional and personal goals are just as important to the leadership team as they are to you. And being surrounded by only the best and brightest peers in the industry in an open and sharing environment leads to tremendous growth and satisfaction."

"I love working at Summit2Sea because of the hyper-personalized approach of doing what’s best for the client and building long-term relationships. I’m given the opportunity to do interesting work for interesting clients surrounded by talented people. Leadership cares about empowering me and going above and beyond for the client. What’s not to love?"

"After beginning my career working at two large consulting firms, joining Summit2Sea was a breath of fresh air. In my tenure with Summit2Sea, we are constantly facing new, exciting challenges whether it is meeting a client's unique need, understanding and utilizing emerging technologies, or collaborating with colleagues to learn new skills. By focusing on providing excellent customer service, executing quality work, and allowing for professional growth, it helps set Summit2Sea apart from the competition and makes me proud to be part of the team."

"As a consultant for S2S I have the opportunity to make a greater impact on my team because I have more responsibility in my day to day activities. I love that fact that S2S embodies a team ideology, where you have each individual working so that we can successfully meet the needs of the client.  I take satisfaction knowing I am able to solve the problem and our clients are grateful for the work that we do."

"Coming to Summit2Sea has been the best career decision I have ever made. We truly are treated as family and friends rather than just a number or cog in the machine. I firmly believe that Summit2Sea employs only the best of the best and that our reputation precedes us. I am proud to say that I am a part of that team and excited to see what lies ahead. "

"I'm proud to work at Summit2Sea where we are delivering innovative, quality work for our clients every day. At Summit2Sea, I feel recognized and valued for my contributions. Leadership supports my personal and professional growth, providing new opportunities to learn while encouraging me to take quality time with my family, and even be home for school pick-ups."

"When I came onboard with Summit2Sea, I knew I was in a unique place. The leadership quickly supported me and let me know I was valued not only by their words, but also with their actions. The company is composed of honest, bright, and friendly people. The team regularly fosters an environment of collaboration, sharing, and learning by seeking to equip and empower the members for the present and the future. I am glad I chose to continue my career with Summit2Sea."

“At Summit2Sea, you’re more than just an employee – you’re a friend, a member of the family, and a valued asset to the team. You are truly appreciated and your hard work, accomplishments, and dedication are always acknowledged. Whether working together or individually, we always ensure that the client’s needs are met. We have come so far and I am excited to see what the future will bring!”

"Coming from over a decade of experience in the Healthcare setting, moving to Summit2Sea has truly opened my mind. Summit2Sea supports and even suggests opportunities to improve myself and my skills. For the first time in a long time I feel truly valued and I am proud to be a part of a team that is pushing the envelope for not only themselves, but also the industry with their ever improving skills"

"Summit2Sea has become one of the very best companies for which I've worked.  The company upholds  professionalism and an inclusive culture which made me feel proud to be part of the growing organization. I look forward to the growth potential of the company."

"Summit2Sea is the knowledge leader for the intersection of government finance and technology/analytics. This space is exactly where I wanted to be and why I was attracted to Summit2Sea. Since joining the company, I have found a people first and collaborative team which produces consistent quality work for the client. The future is bright for Summit2Sea and its consultants! "

"Summit2Sea embodies three of the most important elements in the workplace - a talented team, meaningful work, and great company culture. From day one, I have felt incredibly welcomed and quickly knew that S2S is the place I wanted to grow my career. It has been over 2 years since I started and I'm so happy I made the decision to join this wonderful team!"

"From the moment I met with Summit2Sea I was immediately drawn to them. Summit2Sea went above and beyond any expectations I have ever had in order to make me feel appreciated and valued as a part of their team. The team provides a friendly and upbeat work environment while continuing to provide valuable and quality work for each of our clients. Summit2Sea truly does see the individual skills and unprecedented experience each member of our team has and values each of our contributions. I am so excited to be a part of this company and look forward to seeing Summit2Sea continue to grow."