Joel Cortes
Master Sergeant
Air Force
Date Of Service: Apr 2006 - Jan 2026
I am retired U.S. Air Force veteran and accomplished program manager with over 20 years of leadership in airfield operations, contract management, and project execution. As founder of VFR Direct, LLC, an IT solutions and project management firm, I help organizations enhance operational efficiency through technology integration, data-driven strategies, and project excellence.
With a proven track record managing multimillion-dollar contracts, leading emergency operations, and ensuring regulatory compliance, I bring a mission-driven-focused approach to every project. I am a Google-Certified Project Management Professional, skilled in Agile methodologies, risk management, and process improvement.
Driven by innovation, integrity, and results, I am dedicated to helping organizations achieve operational readiness and sustainable growth.
