Ed Gerdes, Mba Email & Phone Number

Directed complex initiatives, while managing a remote team and guiding third-party vendors, to elite levels of performance. Recognized as an individual with “Extraordinary Impact”, with the proven ability in ensuring timely project completion within budget and desired outcomes. Effective communicator skilled in active listening, fostering collaboration, and conveying information clearly and promptly to internal and external stakeholders. Enacted competitive drive in developing strategic plans and identifying opportunities, aligned with company objectives, to ensure successful project completion, leading to rapid returns on investment. Leveraged skills in accurate reporting, budgeting, data analysis, and financial reporting.Areas of Expertise:• Business Acumen: Experienced Financial Professional with years of expertise in accounting, financial statements, and data analysis. Proven ability to understand business contexts, devise strategic plans, and identify opportunities aligned with company objectives.• Communication: Effective communicator skilled in conveying information clearly and promptly to ensure stakeholder understanding. Proficient in active listening, fostering collaboration, and practicing emotional intelligence. • Manage Multiple Projects: In 2024, I led 11 projects from the opportunity phase to the close-out package. In 2023, I handled over 106 projects in all phases of the Venue Program. • Budget Management: Managed budgets from $1m to $18m. Analyzing, organizing, and reviewing the finances related to business projects. Develop, allocate, and optimize budgets based on the performance and circumstances related to the project. • Risk Management: Ability to mitigate risks, having recognized potential issues at Iowa State University, allocated $200,000 and eventually absorbing a $108,000 expense with no adverse effect to the project or its financials.

Listed skills include Management, Project Management, Six Sigma, Business Process, and 17 others.

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  Northern Illinois University

  Master Of Business Administration - Mba