Our Story
Honu Solutions Group, rooted in the essence of "HONU" (Hawaiian for green sea turtle), symbolizes wisdom, luck, and longevity, driving our mission. Specializing in national security pursuit, bid and proposals, and execution, we lead through evolution and expertise. As a small, nimble, minority-owned business, we respond swiftly to USG and Client needs, embodying excellence, commitment, innovation, and continuous improvement in our evolution.
Meet Our Family
We’re a close-knit family of experts dedicated to excellence in full-life-cycle Government contracting, from market strategy, Business Development, and Proposal Development through all facets of program execution.
Marilynn Oliver
President
Marilynn Oliver, with 20+ years in strategic business development, excels in GSA and assisted acquisition center pursuits. Her impactful influence on FEDSIM's acquisition process includes successful collaboration with former FEDSIM Directors, resulting in billions of FEDSIM TO wins. As the visionary behind a FEDSIM COE, she propelled the FEDSIM portfolio from Start-up to billions in revenue. Marilynn's global upbringing and versatile skill set make her an invaluable Win Strategist, GSA/FEDSIM SME, enterprise solutions architect, and Orals Coach.
Chief Financial Officer/Chief Strategy Officer
With 30+ years in Federal Contracting, Dave is a seasoned BD strategist, Capture Manager, and Program Manager. His many years supporting the DoD and Federal Civilian Agencies, focusing on initiatives like the Pacific Deterrence Initiative and JADC2, showcase his results in driving opportunities for MDO and ISR strategies. In his experience at large and small SIs, he led Strategic Capture for multi-billion dollar opportunities in ISR/MDO, Communications Systems, Enterprise IT, and Casualty Evacuation, highlighting his proven success across diverse domains. Dave’s versatile background makes him a sought-after capture strategist, acquisition SME, and technology influencer.
David Balser, PMP
Andrew Gilbert, PMP
Chief Operating Officer
Andrew Gilbert is a strategy consultant and executive advisor with decades of experience in technology, defense, and intelligence. A former Booz Allen Hamilton Senior Director, he has led billion-dollar programs, global teams, and advanced R&D efforts. He now advises organizations on growth strategy, digital innovation, and mission-critical solutions across government and commercial markets.
Steve Grove
Senior Advisor, Intelligence & Operations
Major General (Ret.) Steve Grove brings 35 years of U.S. Army experience, including senior intelligence leadership roles at INDOPACOM, CENTCOM, and US Forces Korea. He directed multi-disciplinary intelligence operations across Asia and the Middle East, shaping policy on North Korea and China. His expertise provides Honu and its partners unparalleled access, insight, and operational perspective.
Jason Chung
Senior Advisor, Indo-Pacific Strategy
Colonel (Ret.) Jason Chung served 30 years in the U.S. Army, culminating as USARPAC G2, where he shaped intelligence posture across the Indo-Pacific. He also commanded the 501st Military Intelligence Brigade and advised U.S. Forces Korea leadership. Jason’s operational and policy experience informs Honu’s ability to deliver solutions aligned with regional strategy and defense priorities.
Jeanne Foster
Senior Advisor, Intelligence & Space Systems
Jeanne Foster (SIS-4, Ret.) brings 35 years of federal service across CIA, NRO, and NGA. She has led large-scale technical programs in space systems, mission ground systems, and IT transformation. Known for building cross-agency collaboration and operationalizing innovation, Jeanne guides Honu in advancing integrated solutions for intelligence, defense, and space missions.
Gary White
Senior Advisor, Federal Innovation
Gary White is the Founder & Principal of Mapportunity, LLC, advising startups, Fortune 500s, and federal agencies on funding, partnerships, and acquisition strategies. A former GSA executive and U.S. Air Force innovation leader, he has launched federal programs, guided commercialization, and shaped hybrid acquisition models. A retired officer, Gary brings deep expertise in mission-aligned innovation.
Small Business Recognition
Honu Solutions Group is a Small Business, certification pending for Minority Owned Business, EDWOSB, Asian-Pacific American-Owned and Women-Owned Small Business.
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