Api Group is a global construction company specializing in life safety, specialty construction, and energy services.

Our services are specialized in ERP (NetSuite, SAP) and EHR systems with a comprehensive consultation to help identify gaps and opportunities, a comprehensive report that includes project plan, timelines, milestones, cost analysis and schedule.

We partner with businesses to optimize & enhance their processes and systems. We are a certified Oracle NetSuite Solution Provider. Services include: NetSuite, ERP Implementation, System Integration, Data Management, Digital Transformation, Celigo, SuiteCloud Development, Project Management, M&A, Enterprise Data Management, eCommerce, AgTech, Manufacturing, Rippling, Zone Advanced Billing, Salesforce, and boomi.

Corporate Project Management Office:In support of an Enterprise Digital Transformation initiative to support growing global business, planned and coordinated the development and implementation of Phase 1 of NetSuite Financial enterprise-wide project. Provided weekly summary updates to key Stakeholders, and hosted bi-weekly Steering Committee meetings to report on the project’s status/health/budget/risks/issues to the Executive Leadership Team (CEOs, CIO, CFO, Controller)Key NetSuite Deliverables:• Conducted numerous requirements gathering sessions• Coordinated the documentation of Business Requirements Documents (BRDs)• Coordinated and conducted User Acceptance Testing (UAT) sessions • Implementation of General Ledger o New Chart of Accounts o International Reporting o New Sales Tax module via Thompson Reuters OneSource• Implementation of Accounts Payable with Bill.com (Short Term)• Implementation of Accounts Receivables & Billing for Multiple Business UnitsKey NetSuite Deliverables:• Conducted numerous requirements gathering sessions• Coordinated the documentation of Business Requirements Documents (BRDs)• Coordinated and conducted User Acceptance Testing (UAT) sessions • Implementation of General Ledger o New Chart of Accounts o New Sales Tax module via Thompson Reuters OneSource• Implementation of Accounts Payable with Bill.com (Short Term)• Implementation of Accounts Receivable for Multiple Business Units

Corporate Project Management Office:Plans, directs, and coordinates information technology and various company-wide projects to ensure that project goals are accomplished within the prescribed time frame and funding parameters2020 - 2021 Enterprise Projects:• Lead the development and implementation of a Baffle Software encryption project to secure and protect both client’s Personal Identifiable Information (PII) and Personal Healthcare Information (PHI) both at rest and transmission utilizing a Baffle Manager & Baffle Shield• Lead the replacement of eight (8) legacy Billing systems into one consolidated ERP Billing & Invoicing solution via Zone Advanced Billing (ZAB) hosted in Oracle NetSuite• Coordinated the development of a Billing Data Warehouse (BDW) to normalize billing usage data from multiple legacy systems into one ERP Billing system including Sales Tax Processing• Lead the implementation of the Celigo integrator between NetSuite and Salesforce to exchange Account/Customer, Contacts, and Financial data to provide a seamless view of customer data• Successfully implemented the replacement multiple legacy Inventory systems into one ERP Perpetual Inventory system hosted in Oracle NetSuite2019 - 2020 Enterprise Projects:• Successfully implemented the replacement of multiple legacy systems for General Ledger, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivables into one Oracle NetSuite Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system• Lead the successful replacement of multiple manual budgeting processes into one Planning & Budgeting Cloud Service (PBCS) system hosted within Oracle NetSuite

Continuous Improvement (CI). Center of Process Excellence.2018 Continuous Improvement (CI) Projects:• PMO CI Maturity Program – Completed huddle metrics assessments and recommendations for all 39 active IT huddles to help move the quality needle closer to a CI Benchmark Caliber rating• After Action Reviews - Conducted numerous sessions to document outage issues and coordinate follow up actions to identify and resolve root causes Responsibilities: Analyze CI huddle metrics using statistical tools. Assist organizations with metrics alignment through assessment. Facilitate effective solutions to improve processes. Communicate complex data/marketing material in comprehensible and succinct ways at all levels. • Utilize Lean Six Sigma practices and methodologies to facilitate working sessions• Work in a highly collaborative, cross functional development team on various project activities, from moderate to high complexity yielding optimal outcomes• Execute creative problem solving skills and ability to effectively communicate and translate feedback, needs and solutions• Proven ability to apply industry standard modeling techniques as appropriate to further deepen a common understanding across project team members and stakeholders• Proven ability to perform analysis and support teams during an analysis effort• Ability to conduct research, product evaluations, and vendor contract reviews

Successfully implemented a $500,000 USD Core IT services build-out for the new Zenuity US office in Farmington Hills, MI. Worked closely with Business & IT Management, Colleagues, Vendors, and Suppliers in both the US, Sweden, & Germany. Developed and documented processes and policies. Performed the full range of PMO project management processes: initiating, planning, executing, monitoring & controlling, and closing. Executed the project’s scope in support of the business needs in collaboration with Core IT management and stakeholders through the following: • Drove the early installation and implementation of the business internet services (AT&T)• Oversaw the installation of Network services (firewalls, switches, routers, ethernet & Wi-Fi)• Managed the acquisition, delivery, installation, testing, and implementation of: o Desktop equipment for over 60 employee workstations o Envoy Visitor system (iPad, printer, Wi-Fi) o ID Badging system & secure Print services o A/V equipment for multiple conference rooms & Agile Scrum areas, an MS Surface HUB, and Zeniverse, an online interactive organization chart via 55” touchscreen TV o 42U Server racks, Dell PowerEdge R370 servers, and Eaton 5PX UPS units• Successfully coordinated Windows 10 reimaging project for all Zenuity US windows laptops• Effectively communicated project expectations to team members and stakeholders• Led issue management resolution, root cause analysis, and financial reporting • Planned, Scheduled, and Tracked all project financials, timelines, and deliverables to completion• Hosted bi-weekly Steering Committee meetings to report on the project’s status/health/issues

Managed the Collaboration Services suite of enterprise products (Web & Audio conferencing, Video on Demand) improving productivity/training, and reducing expenses. Performed the full range of PMO project management processes: initiating, planning, executing, monitoring & controlling, and closing using MS Project. Defined project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders via the following processes: • Coordinated, vetted, & implemented product upgrades for the full suite of collaboration services. • Adhered to Project Management Office policies, procedures, and methodologies.• Lead multiple contract negotiations with 3rd party vendors resulting in significant savings & new enhancements. • Conducted roadmap planning with internal service owners & external vendors and maintained updates in SharePoint. • Effectively communicated project expectations to team members and stakeholders.• Estimated the resources needed to achieve project goals.• Formulated risk mitigation strategies and recommended solutions.• Identified and managed project dependencies and the critical path.• Planned/Scheduled/Tracked project timelines and milestones using MS Project and Excel.• Developed and delivered progress reports, proposals, requirements, and presentations.• Proactively managed changes in project scope, identified potential crises, and developed contingency plans when necessary.• Coached, mentored, and supervised project team members and contractors.

Responsibilities for – Apple, General Motors, and FedEx Managed Collaborative Targeting projects through initiating, planning, executing, monitoring & controlling, and closing using MS Project. Primary communications contact, conducted client meetings, developed status updates, coordinated issue resolution, as well as, assessing new business opportunities. Coordinated customer approvals, and managed project scope. Ensured adherence to all quality control processes.

Responsibilities for - General MotorsPerformed extensive daily client contact with the GM Client Relationship Management leadership. Provided Subject Matter Expertise to the GM CRM team to fulfill multi-channel campaign requirements. Coordinated the following processes to ensure successful completion of multi-channel Campaign Management projects:• Defined project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.• Effectively communicated project expectations to team members and stakeholders.• Estimated the resources needed to achieve project goals.• Drafted & submitted budget proposals, and recommended subsequent budget changes where necessary.• Delegated tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.• Formulated risk mitigation strategies and recommended solutions• Identified and managed project dependencies and the critical path.• Planned/Scheduled/Tracked project timelines and milestones using MS Project, and IBM (Unica) planning & project development tools.• Developed and delivered progress reports, proposals, requirements, and presentations.• Determined the frequency and content of status reports from the project team, analyzed results, and helped troubleshoot problem areas.• Proactively managed changes in project scope, identified potential crises, and developed contingency plans.• Coached, mentored, and supervised project team members and contractors.

Managed multiple EDI project plans for BCBSM’s Year 2000 project. Developed project utilization reports. Monitored budget funds, and time reporting. Ensured the timely completion of all assigned tasks. Maintained an MS Access database of over 10,000 electronic trading partners and suppliers.

Managed simultaneous CMS project plans via Project Workbench. Ensured performance of all PMO project management processes: initiating, planning, executing, monitoring & controlling, and closing. Coordinated project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders. Monitored the timely completion of all assigned tasks within the project plans. Coordinated budget activities, project deliverables and vendor invoices. Ensured resource leveling between project plans. Conducted employee performance reviews.