As a Workday HCM Implementation and Relationship Manager, I specialize in implementing and fostering enduring business connections with corporate and business unit executives. I oversee client engagements, lead business development, and manage sales and consulting activities within Workday. My role involves collaborating with stakeholders to understand their unique needs and ensuring the successful deployment of Workday solutions that drive organizational efficiency. I am dedicated to building long-lasting relationships and continuously improving processes to deliver exceptional client value.I also serve as the President and Chairman of San Juan Mountain Adventures, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit empowering disabled veterans through therapeutic outdoor trips. My executive experience includes strategic leadership, governance, board relations, financial oversight, program oversight, legal compliance, public relations, organizational development, and staff leadership.Before my current role, I worked at Walmart for over 17 years. In my last position, I spearheaded the development team overseeing "pre-scheduling" activities and applications for Walmart Tech Global Workforce Management, generating schedules for 2.2 million global associates. The Development Team managed four product areas with 15 applications, covering SOPs & Standards, Demand Planning, Wage Planning & Budgeting, and Associate Planning. I had direct oversight of eight badged associates and 43 contractors.Before my role at Walmart Tech Global Workforce Management, I served as the Senior Manager of the Data Team within the Human Resource Optimization (HRO) Program, part of the Global Back Office Solutions (GBOS) team at Walmart. The HRO Team was tasked with implementing the SAP HR module across the 27 countries where Walmart operates.As the Rapid Response Program Manager / Manager II, I held direct accountability for overseeing the program, managing relationships, and ensuring the ongoing performance of the Rapid Response Team. I took ownership of all systems projects requiring less than 500 hours of total effort across all business segments of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., including Walmart US, Sam’s, International, Global E-Commerce, and Corporate, spanning all functional areas of the company.With 25 years of firsthand industry experience, I have occupied senior-level positions in various organizations. My diverse background encompasses prior military service as an officer, extensive work in global IT retail, and 16 years of living abroad.