Carlos Guzman 🔗 Mba Email & Phone Number

Plano, Texas, United States

As one of the Engineering and Analytics SMEs at Metro One LPSG, I am at the forefront of critical initiatives to optimize operations and L&D compliance and enhance data accuracy across collaborative platforms. My role combines rigorous analytics, process optimization, and creative problem-solving to ensure alignment with our company strategy. I apply a strategic mix of program management, technical expertise, and analytical insight to drive impactful decisions and innovative project management, underpinned by DMAIC and Lean Six Sigma methodologies. I am leading the ambitious integration of our Learning Management System (LMS) with our Global Workforce platform to streamline processes and enhance data coherence across global operations.

Frisco, Texas, United States

I am proud to partner and lead a team of seasoned professionals from diverse backgrounds. We are united by a shared mission: leveraging AI to serve humanity. Our commitment is to develop AI solutions that address real-world challenges, driving positive change and innovation for a better future.One of our key initiatives is ISLAP (Intelligent Language Arts Program). This program embodies our commitment to harnessing the transformative power of AI for societal good. At the heart of our mission lies the pursuit of bridging educational gaps and fostering a world where every child, regardless of socioeconomic background, has access to the tools and opportunities needed to thrive. Through ISLAP, we aim to empower the next generation with the gift of language and literacy, building foundations for lifelong learning and success.In my role, I strive to ensure that our work at BI DashForce.AI continues to be at the forefront of AI innovation, making a meaningful impact on society and shaping a better future for all.

Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex

Developed and led the establishment of the PMO office in Lurin, overseeing the implementation of project management practices within the construction operations. Mentored and guided high-performing teams, with 7 direct reports and over 40 indirect reports, to ensure successful project delivery while optimizing portfolio performance through strategic data analytics and business intelligence initiatives.Played an active role in recruitment and hiring processes, crafting individual career plans to develop employees' skills, and ensuring a balanced workload to prevent burnout.• Implemented a standardized project management framework that is used by all projects across the company, resulting in a 600% increase in the renovation production rate.• Developed and executed a comprehensive strategy to establish the PMO, aligning it with the company's strategic goals.• Led an improvement plan, identifying areas of risk, opportunities, and optimization.• Defined project key performance indicators (KPIs), established the PMO's organizational framework, and implemented effective project management methodologies.• Implemented Data Analytics, Business Intelligence, and Automation for Portfolio Optimization.• Reduced reporting time by 100% through the implementation of Power BI Dashboards, improving data-driven decision-making efficiency and bringing the entire central region portfolio back on schedule.• Decreased material lead times by 30% through optimized supply chain management, improving production forecasting accuracy by 25%.• Collaborated with key suppliers to evaluate the health of the supply chain and optimize the pre-ordering of raw materials, streamlining material management and production forecasting.• Utilized Business Intelligence to integrate project schedules, bill of materials (BOMs), material lead times, and processing times, resulting in improved production forecasting and enhanced supply chain management.

Gainesville, Texas

Successfully directed and led cross-functional program management and multidisciplinary engineering offices across multiple locations in the USA, Europe, the Middle East, and South America. Managed complex and multimillion-dollar agile and waterfall programs involving the design, certification, and manufacture of aircraft seats, ranging from ultralight economy seats to sophisticated, fully actuated business class suites. Experienced reporting to C-level executives while leading high-profile programs with full Profit and Loss ownership and program management governance.• Successfully led and delivered the re-design, dynamic, electrical, and software certifications of the B787-9 Cirrus II Business class suite. Despite the challenges posed by the pandemic, the Cirrus II seat was successfully delivered by effectively managing and addressing risks and constraints.• Implemented a program management plan to design and deliver the first "off-the-shelf" Z100i Seat for a single-aisle platform, resulting in a record delivery time of 3.5 months, 500% faster than the standard timeline.• Recognized as a role model by OEMs for outstanding team performance and effective communication, exemplary performance in conducting Program Management Review (PMR) meetings, and effective stakeholder management skills.• Created a new and optimized system to address non-conforming seats from OEM(s), expediting the process while maintaining compliance with FAA Part 21. This implementation resulted in an average savings of $200K per occurrence.• Established and optimized cross-functional program management offices, which resulted in a 15% improvement in project margins. This was achieved by implementing and closely monitoring Earned Value Management (EVM) Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).• Led negotiations with Avianca, integrating General Term Agreement (GTA) conversion rights into a new program, resulting in revenue growth of over $15M.

Gainesville, Texas, United States

• Developed and implemented a program management and product support strategy for major Middle East and South American customer using a phased approach that involved stakeholder analysis, risk assessment, and milestone planning. The strategy resulted in improved customer satisfaction by reducing the number of open field issues by 40%.• Negotiated solutions to field issues backlog in the accounts managed using a collaborative approach that involved regular communication with customers and joint problem-solving. The negotiations created a path forward for the remaining open issues by identifying root causes and developing corrective actions.• Led and executed complex retrofit programs to address field and compliance issues using a project management framework generating 2 million in additional revenues for the company by meeting new customer requirements and improving product quality.

Gainesville, Texas

• Led the end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of complex multimillion-dollar programs ensuring strict compliance with stringent regulations from esteemed organizations such as the FAA, and OEM(s). • Collaborated closely with management, business partners, and cross-functional teams, and ensured program alignment with corporate objectives, consistently exceeding expectations.• Developed and implemented change management strategies, driving seamless transitions to new programs and technologies using OEM(s) project management practices.

Dallas/Fort Worth Area

• Successful path as a bilingual teacher with 8 years of experience in curriculum research and development, the establishment of committee structures, training and supervision of teacher assistants, hosting conferences, and facilitating one-on-one/small group discussions.• Demonstrated a successful track record as a teacher team leader and assistant principal, consistently earning outstanding professional ratings in every evaluation of the State's Professional Development and Appraisal System (PDAS).• Committed to promoting student success and fostering continuous improvement by integrating technology, instructional strategies, and personalized instruction to enrich the learning experience.

Dallas/Fort Worth Area

• 1 year of experience as an administrative intern, responsible for completing budgeting study cases, resource allocation reports, staff and students’ supervision, staff communications, professional development, and executive presentations.• Chairman of Site-Based Decision Committee responsible for academic performance and student’s safety• Coordinated various outreach programs securing $3,500 in additional school funding and secured over $25,000 through private corporate fund raising.

Bogotá, Capital District, Colombia

In this position, I contributed to designing and enforcing standard operating procedures, including an integrated performance management system.• Directed a project to design, certify, and manufacture mobile housing units for Oil & Gas drilling operations; successfully delivered a project with a 60% cost reduction compared to the local market by using global supply alternatives.• Tracked project effectiveness by conducting comprehensive evaluations and employing cutting-edge tools; delivered insightful reports, analytics, and recommendations to support the leadership with decision-making.

Dallas/Fort Worth Area

• Conducted a thorough company analysis and industry market research to identify and propose tactical strategies for enhancing market penetration and corporate value.• Utilized Porter's Five Forces, SWOT analysis, and Value Net Analysis to identify key business drivers.• Developed a Competitor Matrix to pinpoint critical strategies for improving business visibility and customer awareness.• Prepared presentations for the executive management team, presenting findings, conclusions, and recommendations to expand the customer base, explore new market segments, and enhance the ability to deliver cost-effective solutions.

Education record

The Harvard Business Analytics Program prepares aspiring and established leaders to use data to drive business strategy. Offered.

Executive Certificate, Applied Data Science Program

The MIT Applied Data Science Program is designed to help professionals develop the skills and knowledge they need to apply data science.

Master Of Education Management (M.Ed.), Education Management

Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Corporate Finance, Project Management, Marketing Strategy And Supply Chain.

Industrial Enginering, Project Management And Financial Analysis.

Education record