Ellen Barnes, Prosci Ccp, Msod Email & Phone Number

WHAT I DOAs a visionary Chief of Staff, I will serve as a loyal, trusted consultant and truth-teller to the CEO.WHAT THAT MEANS TO YOUI enable the CEO and executive leaders to focus on the most critical business priorities because I will make high-level decisions while serving as project manager, people manager, and strategic advisor. WHY I’M GOOD AT ITProject Management: Expertise in strategic execution, problem-solving, process improvement, and communication• Set up processes/policies to ensure optimal efficiency and productivity org-wide. • Anticipate problems and provide solutions, ensuring project success from ideation to implementation.• Oversee execution of the strategic plan and prioritize business strategies. Establish KPIs and monitor progress toward desired results.• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to facilitate problem identification & resolution within business processes & procedures. • Maintain effective communication to optimize staff relations.People Manager: Foster collaboration and teamwork.• Liaise between staff, department leaders, and the CEO, offering valuable recommendations & consultations to improve teamwork & interdepartmental communication.Advisor: Committed to success. • Assess risks associated with business decisions for sound and informed choices.• Handle inquiries on behalf of the CEO. • Cultivate a high-performing board through effective liaison efforts.ellenk32@yahoo.com I 816-529-8167Chief of Staff I Change Management I Project Management I Facilitator I Board RelationsSKILLS & CORE COMPETENCIES • Executive Leadership & Facilitation• Strategic Planning• Program Management & Planning • Change Management• Business Analysis Lifecycle• Needs Analysis and Issue Resolution• Gap Analysis & Solutions Recommendations• Business Process Management & Engineering• Risk Management • Requirements Gathering & Analysis• Staff Training ACCOMPLISHMENTS• Working with the new CEO and senior leadership group, and the Trustees, facilitated development of