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SDI PresenceProject Manager - SI Lead
Apr. 2023 - Mar. 2025Chicago, Illinois, United StatesLed the configuration and installation of Cityworks asset management system for the Chicago Department of Aviation. Developed project plan, coordinating the efforts of 5 staff members, interacting with other leads on the project. Went from introduction to full advanced user in four months of work on Cityworks. Developed test plans and led User Acceptance Testing. The project is now live with over 20K assets under management.
SyngentaProject Manager
May. 2022 - Feb. 2023Downers Grove, Illinois, United StatesManaged the transformation of the Syngenta Seeds international operations to a single Hub for vegetables and field crops. Documented as-is business process and developed a business case for the transformation. [Using a single Hub will simplify operations, provide some tax relief, and prepare for eventual SAP version migration.]
Newell BrandsProject Manager
Oct. 2021 - Apr. 2022Aurora, Illinois, United StatesResponsible for managing the collateral (packaging) projects. Major projects included the update of over 130 SKU with more than 1000 pieces of collateral. Additional duties include process improvement recommendations for the packaging and NPD processes.
VerizonSr Project Manager
Mar. 2020 - Oct. 2020Greater Chicago AreaSenior Project/Program Manager in the Verizon Business Group. I work in a cross-functional capacity driving the completion of several business transformation projects. The total portfolio represents a $200 million+ revenue increase for the organization by 2022. The work spans two areas and contains nine individual projects. These projects stimulate new areas of operational improvement and drive revenue growth across Verizon Wireline and Wireless. The major activities are:
• Track project implementation plans and timelines by analyzing performance metrics
• Brainstorm with project stakeholders to refine project scopes and milestones
• Guide and train new project owners
• Partner with business unit finance teams to oversee project budgets
• Lead regular project status meetings for updates and to identify and address roadblocks
• Provide routine risk assessments and identify efficient strategies for risk mitigation
• Monitor and report KPIs to ensure initiatives are on track and impactful
• Work with the Transformation Office on overall progress and project health
AbbVieSenior Project Manager
Jul. 2018 - Sep. 2019North Chicago, ILManaged multiple GxP level projects for the Pharmacovigilance and Pharmacokinetics areas of AbbVie. Prepared budgets ranging from $100K to $1000K. Managed teams of four to twelve.
● Safety Data Domain – delivered data and analysis tools in a secured AWS based location - $730K. Project required a high level of security to be implemented, including encryption at rest and in motion.
● ODC Gateway – monitoring tool for PSP programs - $1000K. Featured workflow processing.
● Phoenix Validation – installation of package software for CPPM - $625K. Worked with an external vendor.
AIM Specialty HealthSr Process Expert
Sep. 2017 - Jul. 2018Westchester, ILFocused on Provider information that is used in AIM’s application suite. AIM supports health plans by qualifying proposed treatment plans. Data received from clients frequently contains flaws and inconsistencies. During my consulting assignment I:
• Documented current state process flow for receiving client data
• Conducted code review on ETL systems
• Published documentation on Teamspace
• Validated data quality both as received and in AIM databases
• Proposed new process steps for quality improvements
Used Visio, SQL, Qlikview, Team, IBM Content Manager (Teamspace)
EKI-DigitalBusiness Analyst | Project Manager
Mar. 2016 - Dec. 2016Greater Chicago AreaPartnered with the client (Chicago Public Schools) teams to ensure the overall success of multiple, concurrent, high-profile projects. Allowed students to register in days instead of weeks.
• Created use cases, and test programs for Chicago’s Early Learning program. Managed defect resolution of application provider (Adsystech).
• Created Use Cases, Test scenarios
• Oversaw wire-frame development, web app testing.
• Created Sharepoint site for project support
Tyler TechnologiesSenior Project Manager
Sep. 2015 - Mar. 2016Cook County’s property tax system is 30+ years old. The system has stakeholders in all areas of county management and is highly politicized. Led the start-up of the Cook County Property Tax replacement project with Tyler’s iasWorld software a $30MM effort. • Assembled project team • Led Client Management effort
• Created initial project plan and communications structure. Worked with County Executives.
• Created and delivered kickoff presentation to senior County officials
• Managed $30MM budget and payments from County
• Create initial MS Project file
Used Powerpoint, MS Project, Excel
EKI DigitalBusiness Analyst | Project Manager
Nov. 2014 - Jan. 2015ChicagoResponsible for defining needs and recommending solutions that deliver value to the EKI business clients with specific focus on public and private sector clients. Partner with the client teams to ensure the overall success of multiple, concurrent, high-profile projects.
• Developed plans, use cases, requirements and training plans for Chicago Department of Public Health disease surveillance and outbreak management system.
• Developed support framework for Business Managed Applications at BMO – Harris. Work closely with business users and IT counterparts to understand current workflows, gather business/functional requirements, identify potential improvements, and manage client relationships.
Used Sharepoint, Word, Excel
Sensient Technologies CorporationKnowledge Manager (Business Analyst | Project Manager)
Jun. 2013 - Jun. 2014Hoffman Estates, ILResponsible for the overall strategy and long term planning around how knowledge will be consumed, shared, matured, and managed within Sensient. Engaged with senior executive stakeholders to align and establish mechanisms to fully support all aspects of the knowledge management life-cycle, including knowledge creation, acquisition, storage, organization, distribution, sharing, infrastructure, and application.
• Monitored trends in knowledge management and review new tools and processes to promote continuous improvement within documenting, managing and publishing content. Identify and implement appropriate initiatives to improve KM culture, and enforce standards. Work with stakeholders to plan, develop, and deliver high-quality content that supports self-service for Sensient associates and clients.
• Project Manager for the multi-million dollar roll-out of DevEX. Gathered requirements and developed business process flows. Implemented system for 300 R&D users. Developed and presented training for formula management. Managed vendor relationship.
• Used Mind Mapper, MS Visio, MS Excel, MS Project, SQL
Hillshire BrandsBusiness Information Manager, R&D
Feb. 2006 - Jun. 2013Downers Grove, ILLed R&D IT and Product Information Management through deep understanding of systems from the business perspective. Primary accountability for planning, collaborating, and managing system projects and day-to-day support activities required to sustain the business and meet evolving product development and regulatory requirements (e.g., business process support, affiliate support, change control, issue resolution, audit support, training). Projects were technical and broad-based, requiring interactions with all business users, IT development and support personnel, consultants, and vendors. These projects include new business process implementation, system enhancements, and vendor upgrades and releases. • Led the product development process (new, line extension and product change), its administration and development process needs for the R&D department and its role in the billion-dollar innovation portfolio. • Managed the data required for gate decision making through the development of a product portfolio system, which was used, as the mechanism for translating strategic opportunities into product portfolios where priorities, resources and funding were allocated to generate the most value. Successfully executed to meet the 15% NSV from innovation objective. • Developed requirements, process documents, workflows and data dictionaries for the implementation of DevEx Product Lifecycle Management system. Conducted testing sessions, led training and planned data conversion processes. • Developed the Product Container system (an interim database to hold product specifications prior to converting to a formal PLM system). Wrote the business requirements and managed the interaction with IT. Developed and delivered the training program. • Used MS Excel, Mind Mapper, Visio, Sharepoint
Witt/KiefferDirector, IS
Mar. 1997 - Sep. 2003Oak Brook, ILDeveloped IT strategies and lead management of all technology and telecommunications resources for the nationwide offices of Witt/Kieffer. Established technical directions, developed and managed a budget of $1MM, and lead a four person staff. Increased search staff productivity by expanding and improving the capabilities of the Candidate/Client tracking system. Initiated business analysis reporting system that improved awareness of business trends. Increased the firm’s visibility through the implementation of its first internet presence. Increased the firm’s access to clients and candidates through the Implementation of Microsoft Exchange/Outlook as the corporate email system. Greatly enhanced tools available to traveling professionals by providing remote access to systems, cell phone support and remote workplace capabilities. Installed Citrix terminal server to provide access to the complete office systems for traveling recruiters. Reduced the need for travel by the installation of videoconferencing in all offices. This permitted recruiters to interview several candidates in one day, instead of traveling from city to city. • Installed MS Exchange • Installed Avaya Phone system • Created Web presence • Installed VPN • Installed Videoconferencing System Used Exchange, Web, Powerbuilder, Business Objects
MacNeal HospitalAsst. Director, Technology
Oct. 1993 - Oct. 1996Develop patient integration tools between various hospital systems, and with insurance payors. • Created interface program to review claims prior to submission to Medicare. • Reduced rework by correcting first claim submissions
Continental BankVP, Technology Planning
Jun. 1977 - Oct. 1993Managed the emerging use of Personal Computers. Developed integration tools between applications and PC systems. Project Manager for the Demand Deposit Accounting software team. • Ran RFP for $5MM purchase of bank initial PCs • Reduced staff in Corporate Trust with implementation of workflow application • Created integration tools between the bank and regulators during bank crisis • Managed a team of 14 developers • Developed bank Pen tool for Cash Management
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