Empowering Successful Change at the Intersection of People and Business.Ayuka Unites Technology with Humanity. We firmly believe when people succeed, organizations thrive. Our Purpose: Driving Successful Organizational Change Through Individual Empowerment.Ayuka’s People First Approach brings success to Organizational Transformations by empowering individuals and enabling change adoption.

As a seasoned leader in project management and strategic planning, I've had the privilege of spearheading a diverse portfolio of initiatives aimed at driving organizational growth and efficiency. In my role, I managed a dynamic array of projects, from regulatory compliance to strategic enhancements, consistently delivering results that exceeded expectations.One of my key accomplishments was developing a comprehensive capital investment plan and roadmap for our enterprise, guiding our strategic initiatives towards long-term success. Additionally, I led a successful Agile transformation initiative, achieving remarkable cost efficiencies and speed to market.To ensure transparency and accountability in our delivery processes, I implemented robust KPIs, metrics, and dashboards utilizing platforms such as ServiceNow and Power BI. This empowered stakeholders with real-time insights into project progress and performance.At CareSource, I played a pivotal role in establishing governance structures for IT portfolios, driving maturity from 0.5 to 3.5 on the Gartner Maturity scale within a span of three years. This transformation laid the foundation for sustainable growth and innovation within our organization.

As the architect of our Portfolio Delivery framework, I embarked on a journey to build a high-performing team equipped to drive innovation and excellence. Through meticulous recruitment efforts, I handpicked top-notch talent, comprising program managers, portfolio leads, and scrum masters, whose expertise and dedication became the cornerstone of our success.One of my pivotal contributions was the development of an IT Blueprint, a comprehensive roadmap that not only outlined our technological infrastructure but also laid the groundwork for process improvement across the entire spectrum of IT delivery. This blueprint enabled us to streamline workflows, enhance collaboration, and optimize resource allocation, ultimately driving greater efficiency and effectiveness in our operations.By fostering a culture of continuous improvement and empowerment, I empowered our team to embrace new methodologies and best practices, facilitating seamless end-to-end delivery of IT solutions. This collaborative approach not only accelerated project timelines but also fostered a culture of innovation, paving the way for transformative change within the organization.

In my role at PNC, I spearheaded a dynamic portfolio of strategic programs crucial to advancing the bank's Retail strategy. Notable accomplishments include:- Establishing robust relationships with cross-functional leaders and VPs to drive strategic portfolio planning.- Leading a diverse team of Program Managers, Business Analysts, and Change Agents to achieve project success.- Guiding M&A integration efforts, overseeing application and data warehouse integration, and ensuring seamless customer experience alignment.- Managing a complex portfolio of regulatory and enterprise programs totaling $80M.- Identifying and implementing cost-saving measures totaling $10M, closely aligned with Retail business strategy.- Collaborating with Business Resiliency and Disaster Recovery teams to develop comprehensive strategies and documentation.- Providing Agile leadership, aligning teams to accelerate delivery of business value through Agile metrics, KPIs, and OKRs.Through strategic vision and collaborative leadership, I continuously drove impactful change, delivering tangible results and contributing to the bank's success in the retail banking and Mortgage landscape.