Design Program Manager with a proven track record of collaborating across design, engineering, and customer experience teams to deliver innovative software experiences and achieve operational excellence. Known for driving cross-functional alignment and fostering collaborative environments that lead to high-impact design outcomes. Expertise in Agile methodologies and advanced project management tools including JIRA, Asana, Monday.com, and Confluence. Strong communicator who is able to translate business needs into actionable design strategies and manage end-to-end product lifecycles. Skilled at using data-driven insights to inform strategic decisions, and streamline project execution. Passionate about applying design thinking and emerging technologies to drive impactful design strategies. Recent certifications in FinTech and Human-Computer Interaction enhance my ability to lead in fast-paced environments.Areas Of Expertise• Design Operations and Strategy: Developing and implementing design systems; designing and optimizing processes in alignment with product vision; change management; removing obstacles; creative problem-solving; promoting a culture of user-centered development.• Project and Program Management: End-to-end product development lifecycle management; driving continuous improvement and operational excellence; optimizing team resource allocation; regulatory compliance.• Collaboration and Communication: Serving as a catalyst for cross-disciplinary collaboration; driving stakeholder engagement; pushing for clarity; excellent communication and influencing skills.• Leadership and Team Development: Mentorship and team development; dedicated to fostering a culture of collaboration; identifying team needs with regards to tools, documentation, and asset management.• Process Improvement: Designing and optimizing processes; scaling best practices across distributed teams.Technical ProficienciesExpert user of project management and collaboration tools (JIRA, Confluence, Asana, Monday.com, Airtable, Trello), design software (Figma, Adobe Creative Suite), and productivity suites (Google Workspace, MS Office). Proficient in web development languages (HTML, CSS, JavaScript), with extensive experience in design system management.Conferences and Memberships:Design Operations New York 2024 Conference; Design Ops Symposium 2024 – Henry Stewart EventsMember – Design Ops Assembly
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