Aaron Campbell

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Director, IT Innovation @ Wabash
Lafayette, IN, US
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Lafayette, Indiana, United States, United States
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About Aaron Campbell

A strategic, global business, technology, innovation, and enterprise portfolio management leader. Delivering enterprise-wide solutions, around the globe, in manufacturing, transportation, logistics, agriculture, academia, real estate, information technology, aviation, travel services, human resources, corporate security and investigations, retail operations, and national release marketing and media production. Additionally, have led multiple companies and organizations in establishing enterprise level portfolio, program, and project management offices, as well as guiding implementation of corporate project policies and standards. An excellent communicator that is process minded, creative, and innovative, providing a balanced blend of business acumen and technical expertise. Known and respected for quickly assessing businesses, systems, and processes, then recommending and implementing successful, complex, concurrent projects to solve business problems, provide tangible results, and add financial value. A compassionate leader of people in technology, process improvement, project management, and business analysis.Areas of Expertise:Portfolio Management | Program Management | Project Management | Process Improvement | Waterfall & Agile Methodologies | Strategic Planning | Resource Planning & Allocation | Productivity & Efficiency Improvement | Business Analysis | Change Management | Leadership Development | Retail | Budgeting | Recruiting | Team Building/Mentoring | Cross-Functional Global Team Leadership | Stakeholder Management | Contract Negotiations | Vendor Management | Conflict Resolution | Change Management | Public Speaking | Business Solutions Design | Information Technology Leadership | Video Production | Graphic Design | User Interface Design | Customer Service | Digital MediaKey Accomplishments:• Lead the creation, launch, & advancement of enterprise portfolio/project management offices • Develop, author, & deliver global portfolio, program, & project management education & mentoring• Designed & led deployment of aviation travel request system for the world’s largest corporate retail fleet• Orchestrated corporate employee travel centralization processes for a cost savings of over $25,000,000• Negotiated contracts leading to savings of $2,000,000 in annual operational expenses• Chartered & directed concept to deployment of Intranet sites for US, Canada, & the UK reaching over one million associates.• Designed & implemented SAP focused enhancements to corporate ordering systems in the US & Canada

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Wabash

Wabash

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Director, IT Innovation
Lafayette, IN, US
Aaron Campbell Work Experience Details
  • Wabash
    Director, It Innovation
    Wabash
    Lafayette, In, Us
  • Wabash
    Director, It & Digital Product Innovation (Digital Enablement / Digital Transformation Office)
    Wabash Jan 2024 - Present
    Lafayette, Indiana, Us
    Leading the digital product innovation initiatives for the enterprise including working with joint venture organizations to create new products, enhance customer experiences, and foster a collaborative and expansive digital marketplace for the logistics, transportation, and manufacturing industries. Continuing to collaborate with business leadership and all stakeholders across the organization to assure that the marketplace technology aligns to the marketplace vision. Additionally, supporting and mentoring an innovation and agile mindset internally and with outside partners.• Collaborating with the office of the CFO on a balanced portfolio of growth projects that include sustaining and disruptive initiatives for product, service, process, and business model innovation• Assisting and providing guidance on the setup and deployment of the first enterprise level project management office (EPMO) within the company, as well as, collaborating on establishing best practices for project portfolio management (PPM)• Identifying technical skill gaps that need to be staffed to achieve innovation goals• Participating in joint planning and activities with business teams and cross-functional councils
  • Wabash
    Director, It Innovation
    Wabash May 2023 - Jan 2024
    Lafayette, Indiana, Us
    Led the IT components of our digital marketplace projects and managed our IT innovation initiatives. Collaborated with business leadership and other stakeholders to assure that the marketplace technical implementation aligned to the marketplace vision.• Collaborated with the office of the CFO on a balanced portfolio of growth projects that included sustaining and disruptive initiatives for product, service, process, and business model innovation• Established external partnerships with companies to accelerate innovation and market access• Identified technical skill gaps that need to be staffed to achieve innovation goals• Introduced communication innovation processes and approaches• Assisted in driving a distributed culture of innovation and digital transformation within the company• Established new practices and approaches to continually evolve processes
  • Vision Scope Solutions, Inc.
    Founder & Solutions Director
    Vision Scope Solutions, Inc. Sep 2020 - Present
    Providing enterprise level Project Management Office (PMO / EPMO) creation consulting, project management, training, IT services, process improvement solutions, & media production for universities, businesses, & non-profit organizations.
  • Dtn
    Engineering Innovation Senior Leader (Energy Sector Technology Development & Portfolio Management)
    Dtn Jul 2022 - May 2023
    Bloomington, Minnesota, Us
    Led global teams of developers, quality assurance colleagues, UX designers, agile practitioners, and product owners from the US, Philippines, and Europe to innovate and evolve energy sector products, technologies, and services. Was responsible for the maturing and advancing of our portfolio, program, and project management best practices. Implemented scalable and transformational agile delivery with continuous improvement across the organization, providing innovative and timely solutions to customers. Focused on continually leading individuals and teams to achieve their highest potential while maturing and improving processes in operations, managing architectures, and overseeing the breadth of the software/hardware product and project development lifecycles. Additionally, improved and implemented EPMO driven project management methodologies, application design, development, testing, change management, and release standards.
  • Dtn
    Core Portfolio Leader - Research, Engineering Development & Enterprise Portfolio Management
    Dtn Feb 2021 - Jul 2022
    Bloomington, Minnesota, Us
    Led a global team of developers, quality assurance colleagues, agile practitioners, and product owners from the US, Philippines, and Europe to innovate and evolve technology products in our core portfolio. Accomplished maturing and advancing our portfolio, program, and project management best practices. Implemented scalable transformation using agile approaches for continuous improvement across the organization to deliver innovative and timely solutions to customers. Focused on leading individuals and teams to achieve their highest potential while maturing and improving processes in operations, managing architectures, and overseeing the breadth of the software/hardware product and project development lifecycles. Additionally, improved and implemented EPMO driven project management methodologies, application design, development, testing, change management, and release standards.
  • Dtn
    Software Development & Delivery Manager, Agriculture Research & Development
    Dtn Nov 2019 - Feb 2021
    Bloomington, Minnesota, Us
    Led a team of developers, product owners, business analysts, and project managers to innovate and evolve products designed for the agriculture marketplace. Guided in establishing the company policies and standards for the global Project Management Office.• Led software developers using JavaScript, CSS, HTML5, Java, Python, and MySQL• Guided, coached, motivated, and led team members to their optimum performance levels and career development• Defined and improved agile methodologies and project management processes creating accelerated value for customers• Worked with product management teams to ensure requested features and proposed solutions aligned• Maintained technology standards and focused on opportunities for cost reduction and performance improvements
  • Purdue University
    Senior Project Manager, Information Technology (It) And Business Solutions
    Purdue University Jul 2019 - Nov 2019
    West Lafayette, In, Us
    Led teams and a portfolio of application and business solution projects. Deployed, enhanced, and integrated enterprise-level efforts across multiple business units and schools in the areas of HR, infrastructure, media, mapping, and asset procurement/management. Efforts ran six months and beyond and involved various technologies, vendors, and functions. Additionally, promoted and used Kanban, agile, iterative, waterfall, and hybrid methodologies to enable effective design and implementation of technologies and environments. Efforts included: SQL server, ASP.NET, Active Directory, Hyper-V, ArcGIS, Mendix, and other software deployments.
  • Purdue University
    Senior Information Technology Project Manager
    Purdue University 2017 - 2019
    West Lafayette, In, Us
    Led a wide range of IT projects, both large and small scale, across multiple business units and schools within the University. Projects ran six months and beyond and involved various technologies, vendors, and functions. Additionally, promoted and utilized Information Technology at Purdue (ITaP) project management policies and procedures to enable effective design and implementation of technologies and environments.
  • Walmart
    Interim Director, Technology And Analytics
    Walmart 2017 - 2017
    Bentonville, Arkansas, Us
    As a top-performing leader I have assessed and positively transformed many global, complex enterprise efforts. Additionally, I chaired the PMO as the divisional director for all technology expenditures for the Global Investigations, Emergency Operations Center, Security, Aviation, and Travel divisions. Also, directed all efforts as the senior program manager and served as relationship manager with the IT organization and vendors.• Maximized ability to collect, analyze, report, and visualize the right data using Kanban, LeanKit, and Tableau• Executed strategic business and IT objectives resulting in program efforts being on time and under budget• Pioneered prototyping of new technology solutions, focused on failing fast and accelerating what worked• Assured projects repeatedly produced substantial improvements in customer service, scalability, and security
  • Walmart
    Senior Manager Ii, Systems, Strategy, Innovations, And Administrative Governance
    Walmart 2015 - 2017
    Bentonville, Arkansas, Us
    I provided strategic analysis and direction for the business and IT processes, and then recommended to the executive team the solutions for the greatest cost savings for the company. In addition, I directed teams and oversaw resource allocation and budgeting for the business projects, IT teams, vendors, and suppliers. Also, authored and implemented IT governance standards for the division.• Identified and implemented service delivery improvements and eliminated redundant systems, reducing costs by over $10,000• Optimized new and existing technology tool selection and usage for over 160 products and services• Researched and implemented enhanced security & asset protection processes for managing technology, contracts, and onboarding• Delivered redesign of Intranet sites and launched SharePoint Online and Office365 for international collaboration
  • Walmart
    Senior Manager, Strategy And Innovation
    Walmart 2014 - 2015
    Bentonville, Arkansas, Us
    I evangelized the use of agile and Kanban for projects, as well as tools, such as LeanKit, to improve efficiencies. I authored and implemented new project management processes for the division based on PMI standards as the lead program manager. In addition, I led the team to exceptional improvements in project management including improved people engagement scores, an increase in the number of projects completed over previous years, and all efforts completing on time and under budget.• Defined technology strategies and system enhancements to reduce operational cost by 20%• Orchestrated technology efforts for travel centralization project providing cost savings of over $25,000,000• Introduced and standardized project management best practices for the division• Developed and facilitated training on agile project management, Kanban, and LeanKit to over 200 associates• Improved operational effectiveness by developing a portfolio of core functions and technologies, then eliminating redundancy• Executed vendor management, contract negotiations, budgeting, and forecasting for technology expenditures
  • Walmart
    It Manager, Enterprise Capacity Planning
    Walmart 2013 - 2014
    Bentonville, Arkansas, Us
    • Provided leadership and vision to implement and manage IT architecture with business cases, historical data, and forecasts• Managed budgeting and forecasting in excess of $20,000,000 annually• Directed spend based on IT inventory, how well utilized, and defining what was needed• Recruited and directed global cross-functional teams on all aspects of IT hardware planning• Shaped and mentored a team of five, resulting in 20% increase in engagement scores• Planned and implemented systems and software to improve efficiency and reduce operational expense
  • Walmart
    It Manager, Open Systems Capacity Planning And Performance
    Walmart 2011 - 2013
    Bentonville, Arkansas, Us
    • Optimized a team of five to provide system and configuration performance reporting and advance IT Services Management• Authorized $12,000,000 in budgeting and forecasting annually• Negotiated contracts leading to savings of $2,000,000 in annual operational expenses• Matured cost-effective and strategic hardware demand and resource forecasting• Refocused strategic planning, process improvement, and project management globally
  • Walmart
    Senior Business Analyst, Home Office And Real Estate Systems
    Walmart 2007 - 2011
    Bentonville, Arkansas, Us
    • Provided mentoring and leadership for all business analysts within the technology division• Demonstrated advanced skills in project management and inter and intra-team collaboration• Oversaw improvements, re-engineering, or elimination of processes• Administered third-party contract negotiations as well as manage customer and stakeholder relationships• Composed and conveyed presentations with hundreds of diverse participants, from hourly to C Suite executives
  • Walmart
    Project Manager, Labor Relations
    Walmart 2002 - 2007
    Bentonville, Arkansas, Us
    Effectively planned, implemented, and supported HR, benefits, and labor relations projects for the enterprise. Reviewed, collected, and prepared content for court and case research. Listened proactively to associates and engaged urgently, consulting store and corporate leadership. Mobilized for critical response to facilities with focus on identifying leadership opportunities. Mentored hundreds of managers to assist them in becoming more effective leaders.
  • Walmart
    Web Development Team Manager, Store Operations
    Walmart 1999 - 2002
    Bentonville, Arkansas, Us
    Led a team of five salaried and hourly project managers, business analysts, and web developers. Evaluated, analyzed, and approved / declined, content from 35 multi-department content creators. Chartered and directed concept to deployment of Intranet sites for US, Canada, and UK reaching over 1,000,000. Designed and managed the development and roll-out of the first global Intranet
  • Walmart
    Senior Development Manager, Logistics Media And Walmart Television
    Walmart 1998 - 1999
    Bentonville, Arkansas, Us
    Enabled a team of five developers in creating content and graphics for class environments and online training. Produced and directed live satellite broadcasts, video productions, and live music concerts. Facilitated software training courses for management and hourly associates throughout the country
  • Walmart
    Media Development Manager, Logistics Media And Walmart Television
    Walmart 1997 - 1998
    Bentonville, Arkansas, Us
    Created and designed training courses, presentations, graphics, and computer based training modules. Produced and directed live broadcasts, and media / video productions for meetings, training, and concerts. Negotiated contracts for media release rights for video productions and meetings
  • International Institute Of Business Analysis (Iiba) Northwest Arkansas Chapter
    Vice President Of Professional Development
    International Institute Of Business Analysis (Iiba) Northwest Arkansas Chapter Jan 2011 - Dec 2012
    Provided guidance for all IIBA CCBA™ and CBAP® certifications within the chapter and promoted the organization among potential new members within Northwest Arkansas. Responsibility focused on CCBA™ and CBAP® exam preparation and professional development events while also fostering relationships with local universities and educational organizations for the members. Served as the key communicator with the board and members on educational and certification progress.
  • Casa Blue Productions Inc.
    Co-Founder / Director / Producer / Editor
    Casa Blue Productions Inc. 2006 - 2011
    Developed business strategy, goals, marketing, and customer service culture for the company. Primary script writer and director. Also, produced and edited; commercials, corporate training, and stage productions, for television and web. Clients included AT&T, 8th & Walton, LLC, local retailers, and schools.
  • Wcfy Radio Network
    On Air Radio Personality
    Wcfy Radio Network May 1994 - Jan 1997
    Served as the mid-day on air radio personality reaching nearly 100,000 residents. Also, produced commercial spots and voice-overs.
  • Fresh Fire Television
    Video / Graphics / Audio Specialist
    Fresh Fire Television 1994 - 1997
    Digital artist, video editor, animator, and audio mixer. Produced and directed music videos and live shows with professional recording artists.
  • Sam'S Club
    Sam'S Club Leadership
    Sam'S Club 1990 - 1997
    Bentonville, Arkansas, Us
    Completed set-up of the facility for grand opening and successfully served in all areas of the Club, including; marketing, membership, and all floor merchandising areas.

Aaron Campbell Skills

Leadership Process Improvement Project Management Business Analysis Business Process Improvement Retail Cross Functional Team Leadership Vendor Management Training It Management Strategy Budgets Team Building Strategic Planning Itil Sdlc Project Planning Resource Management Customer Service People Development Leadership Development Human Resources Public Speaking Team Management Management Ca Clarity Open Workbench Business Solutions Development Information Technology Leadership Video Editing Graphic Design Analysis Software Project Management Microsoft Project Configuration Management User Interface Design Intranet Portals Business Process Design Labor Relations Multi Camera Directing Stage Direction Computer Graphics Graphic Arts Photography Motivational Speaking Microsoft Office Photoshop Digital Media Content Management

Aaron Campbell Education Details

  • Purdue University
    Purdue University
    Technical Graphics (Computer Graphics Technology)
  • Purdue University
    Purdue University
    Technical Graphics (Computer Graphics Technology)

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Aaron Campbell works for Wabash

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Aaron Campbell's current role is Director, IT Innovation.

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