Focused, diligent and capable Project Portfolio Manager with years of proven experience in creating processes used to effectively oversee global portfolios of up to 80 projects and teams of as many as Project Managers. Adept in developing PMO and Governance offices, as well as all related methodologies, processes, templates and metrics. Skilled in managing multiple activities simultaneously in order to work well within aggressive timelines. Troubleshooter of challenges with confidence and determination. Able to meet all corporate business objectives; proven skill in working with all levels of staff to prioritize work and adhere to deadlines. Presently seeking a virtual role that will drive career advancement; targeting positions that will allow for work on long term contracts in a flexible organizational setting.

Consulting | Cross-Functional Teamwork | Customer Service | Documentation | Leadership | Change Agent | Organization

Budgets & Forecasting | Problem Solving | Process Design & Improvement | Compliance | Relationship Building

Research & Development | Project Management | Strategic Business Planning | Systems Management | Time Management Interpersonal Communication | Presentations | Risk Mitigation | PMO Set-up and Management | Enterprise Systems

PMBOK and Agile/Scrum Methodologies | Microsoft Office | Windows OS

         Develop and set into motion a number of innovative consultative efforts for delivery, with a focus on total talent solutions

         Supervise, coach and mentor 15 Project Managers using time-proven management methodologies

         Established and currently growing a Project Management Office, as well as related portfolio management solutions, toolkits, training/mentoring best practices and quality review procedures

         Act in a Scrum Master capacity for Scrum Teams in order to develop a cutting-edge global procurement software system

         Work as a leader and/or member of cross-functional, multi-department project teams; offer guidance throughout the development and execution of invaluable PMI and Six Sigma Methodologies

         Drive the overall direction and accountability for the analysis, design and implementation of various vendor management solutions projects for Fortune 100 Companies

         Clients worked with so far include GE, Aetna, Avaya, UTC, AT&T, Premier Inc., Palmetto and Pfizer; yielded overall cost savings of 3-15% on average

         Craft and introduce comprehensive project plans, business guidelines and project specifications

         Direct all marketing, communication and training efforts, including related materials

         Directed the development of an operating plan and related resources including productivity-driven feasibility processes

         Oversaw business development, recruitment and customer relations to fuel seamless, smooth operations company-wide

         Dedicated an onsite VMS Program Manager to a series of renowned clients including Titleist Footjoy World Wide, Texas Instruments, Motorola and Hasbro/RIM

         Planned and managed marketing and communication programs, comprised of crucial elements including staff correspondence, recognition honors and career fairs

         Authored valuable, informative personnel handbooks used by staff throughout the company s Northeast Region

BSA, Project Management, Columbia Southern University (2013, Magna cum Lude)

Certification, CSM

Member, Ocean State PMI Chapter