Heidi Metz Email & Phone Number

Redmond, Washington, Us

Worked as management consultant in the below Microsoft groups, while employed by Simplicity Consulting, a “fastest growing” company by INC 500/5000 and Puget Sound Business Journal for the past nine years. For more information: www.simplicityconsultinginc.com.SecurityLed transition to holistic solution selling for top-tier security technology company. Collaborated with cross-functional teams for seamless execution. Responsibilities included strategic planning, team leadership, solution development, financial management, and risk assessment. Successfully launched new solutions in the market.Business ApplicationsManaged the web launch of new product families, developed strong operational processes and reporting, facilitated the rhythm of business, oversaw the selection and management of vendor companies for product branding and rebranding. Led the customer testing. Results: Grew the online presence from 4 to 44 apps, with Power BI ranked as #1 in BI and Dynamics ranked as #1 in ERP.Enterprise GroupIn collaboration with engineering team, engaged in product strategy and roadmap investments, led partner program and onboarding, managed personalization of the web experience, influenced senior leaders in decision making, and helping customers understand the value of our products and solutions. Results: increased customer satisfaction (NSAT) to highest levels to-date (112%).Azure Lead the onboarding program and web portal creation for 400K partners, to support Microsoft's 'Cloud First' move from on-prem to cloud-based computing (SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS). Results: Azure continues to grow in market share, generating $80B in 2023.

Seattle, Wa, Us

Oversaw the competitive analysis, business planning, product management, and value proposition for the company. Led go-to-market strategy, including the international market entry approach. and all marketing for all 1st and 3rd party channels.

Launched a secure, cloud based, financial services system in Uganda. Responsible for all aspects of product development, compliance, security, accessibility, metrics, quality bar, partner development and management, sales engagement, coordination with government, and problem of the day. Built out diverse teams in Uganda, Washington, Guinea, and Kenya, and managed the teams through the transition to remote work.

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Crafted the compelling value propositions, story delivery, content and execution via all channels including sales teams and partners. Partnered with engineering and finance to set vision, shape product direction, and ensure we architected for maximum business growth. Provided strategic leadership for the company by working with the Board of Directors and Executive Management to establish long-range goals, strategies, plans and policies. • Created $1MM pipeline in first 6 months• Established partnership with key industry bank• Hired and trained marketing, development, and sales staff• Developed brand platform• Strong employee engagement with individualized coaching to grow leaders on the team

Lindale, Us

Retained by Board to raise funding through high-net-worth individuals, hire and train a global Development Department, and create donor loyalty program. Resulted in: $5.7M donations the first year.Designed, coordinated, and delivered multiple events, both large and small, high net worth individuals, including a three-day-commissioning event of the newest ship, with all associated details for VIP’s and their security. Resulted in deepened and increased relationships for Mercy Ships, increased funding for the Africa Mercy, and a personal thank you note from Prime Minister of the UK stating he had “never been cared for as professionally nor treated so well at any of his previous engagements.”

Oversaw Lloyds of London transition to online trading. Lead the process realignment and buy-in between the 250 underwriting companies, technical, design, and client teams. Managed budget of £30M ($50M) per quarter, 35 developers, technical writers, sales and support staff. Resulted in: ushered the world's oldest insurance company, founded in 1896, onto a technical platform.

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