Damon Kalar - Sr. Project Manager, Self

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Work Background

ZumiezPMO Manager

May. 2022As the PMO Manager at Zumiez, I play a pivotal role in overseeing project management and business analyst resources, ensuring that the IT team effectively meets the needs of internal and external partners. I coordinate documentation development to standardize operational procedures and establish comprehensive processes for management oversight and resource forecasting. My role also involves collaborating with cross-functional business units to guide their projects to successful completion, all while teaching and coaching the organization in adopting industry-standard project management methodologies.

CrayonSenior Project Manager

Dec. 2021 - Apr. 2022As a Project Manager II with Crayon, I managed all aspects of projects involving Microsoft Modern Workplace, Azure Consulting, internet security, risk assessment, and security awareness. My responsibilities included leading cross- functional teams to ensure the execution of strategic business objectives. I successfully managed multiple large-scale SharePoint on-prem to SharePoint online migrations concurrently.

Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC)Information Technology Project Manager

Nov. 2020 - Dec. 2021As an IT Project Manager, I developed and maintained project plans, assembled and coordinated project staff, and managed project resource allocations. I meticulously planned and scheduled projects in alignment with project timelines and tracked project deliverables. Additionally, I served as the primary contact for projects, provided proactive project status updates to all stakeholders, and served as a point of escalation for potential roadblocks. Some of my key achievements included leading enterprise-wide software initiatives, coaching and mentoring colleagues and team members on Agile/Scrum methodology and spearheading an Azure DevOps agile transformation.

BI WORLDWIDESr. Project Manager/Business Analyst

Jan. 2020 - Nov. 2020Edina, MNIn this PM/BA leadership role, I drove objectives for multiple projects and priorities, liaised between technical teams, communicated with external customers, and served as SME for specialized processes and methodologies. I created, shared, and monitored timelines and budgets to lead my teams to successful, timely, and on-budget deliveries.

Rubrik, Inc.IT Project Manager - Professional Services

Jan. 2018 - Dec. 2020Palo Alto, CA (Remote)My role as an IT Project Manager at Rubrik involved the comprehensive, full-cycle oversight of enterprise-wide projects related to cloud data management systems and multi-million-dollar software environments. I consistently liaised with clients to ensure the success of remote hardware and software installations worldwide. One of my standout achievements was leading a project for Ingram Micro, which involved identifying stakeholders, creating project documents, selecting team members, and completing a global data-center backup solution refresh project 60 days ahead of schedule.

Best BuyIT Project Manager

Jan. 2018 - Dec. 2018Richfield, MNWhile an IT Project Manager at Best Buy Corporate, I played a pivotal role by providing crucial project management support for national Supply Chain deployment initiatives. In this capacity, I successfully coordinated and oversaw various aspects of project planning and execution, ensuring the efficient deployment of critical supply chain solutions nationwide.

TierneyAV Project Manager

Jan. 2015 - Dec. 2017St. Paul, MNAt Tierney Brothers, I drove the planning and execution of projects to deliver reliable audiovisual products for diverse clients, including Fortune 500 companies, public school districts, and government agencies. I created project timelines for each project and led and supervised teams of installers, engineers, and sales staff. Notable projects included directing a $4.2M initiative to build and roll out standardized video walls to 70 sites and overseeing the installation of conferencing and audiovisual solutions for the St. Paul Police Department's new training facility.

BidPalIT Project Manager

Jan. 2011 - Dec. 2015Indianapolis, IN (Remote)As an IT Project Manager, I led, created, and executed custom wireless network projects and coordinated staffing and technical aspects of BidPal events throughout the Midwest and East Coast. My responsibilities included designing and building wireless network density maps and leading a national team of technicians to deploy electronic fundraisers nationwide.