Brenda C. Email & Phone Number

With a robust track record in project and delivery management, my mission is to drive large-scale projects to successful completion, which I currently do at Design in Mind. My core competencies include managing complex initiatives across various stakeholders, fostering team collaboration, and leveraging my Scrum Master Certification to enhance project efficiency. My goal is to continually align my strategies with the organization's culture, contributing diverse perspectives to our collective success.Most recently, at Everi Holdings Inc., I managed over 20 concurrent projects for high-profile clients like Caesars Entertainment, MGM, and Wynn, ensuring seamless software upgrades and hardware installations. I thrived in cross-functional roles, working closely with development, product, and creative teams, which sharpened my skills in creative direction and manufacturing process improvement. My approach is to marry meticulous planning with agile execution, thereby creating a legacy of excellence in project management.

Listed skills include Art Direction, Advertising, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, and 46 others.

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  Sr. Project Manager

  Design In Mind

  Aug 2024 - Present

  Manage multiple creative projects from inception to completion, ensuring all deliverables align with the approved scopes of work, timelines, and budgets. The nucleus for internal teams and external stakeholders, driving projects forward while maintaining clear and effective communication. Project Planning & Management:- Develop comprehensive project plans based on approved scopes of work.- Build and manage project timelines using Google Sheets.- Create, manage, and oversee… Show more Manage multiple creative projects from inception to completion, ensuring all deliverables align with the approved scopes of work, timelines, and budgets. The nucleus for internal teams and external stakeholders, driving projects forward while maintaining clear and effective communication. Project Planning & Management:- Develop comprehensive project plans based on approved scopes of work.- Build and manage project timelines using Google Sheets.- Create, manage, and oversee project tasks within Wrike / PM systems and tools.- Collaborate closely with the other Project Managers to oversee team allocations and bandwidth every week.- Manage and lead(or co-lead) the Project Management TeamTask Coordination:- Write, review, and follow up on tasks to ensure timely completion.- Coordinate with internal teams, including design and vendor teams, to manage resource allocation and project deliverables.Problem Solving:- Analyze risks and opportunities, using data to identify areas for improvement and make data-driven decisions- Address problems that arise / escalations, impediment removalStakeholder Communication:- Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders regarding assigned projects.- Ensure stakeholder satisfaction- Act as a link between stakeholders and the project team- Facilitate clear and consistent communication to ensure all parties are informed and aligned.Budget Management:- Oversee project budgets and manage any constraints related to effort and resources.- Monitor and report on budget status to relevant stakeholders.- Ensure that budget allocation is used as effectively as possibleInternal Planning & Allocations:- Collaborate to coordinate and allocate the design and vendor teams weekly, to optimize agency efficiency and output.- Assist with organizing and managing internal meetings and projects. Show less