Lauri Accardi, Mba, Pmp, Spc, Ccmp™ Email & Phone Number

Philadelphia, Pa, Us

I lead the charge in transforming management practices and guiding strategic program and project management towards career agility. My passion for leadership development, underpinned by a deep understanding of emotional intelligence and psychological safety, empowers professionals to excel in their roles and inspire their teams. Specializing in 'Manager as a Leader' coaching, I focus on the nuances that differentiate managing from leading, ensuring that managers are not only authoritative but also motivational guides. As a Scaled Agile SAFe® Certified Practitioner, I offer comprehensive courses to enhance agile methodologies and practices, fostering a culture of continuous learning and adaptation. My mission at CataPoint Consulting is to create a ripple effect of positive change in organizations by developing confident, capable leaders and innovative, agile leaders.

Fairless Hills, Pennsylvania, Us

As President of the Board of Directors at The Children's House of Bucks County, I lead our team in fostering a rich, inclusive Montessori environment. I leverage my strategic leadership and operational expertise to steer our school through growth and challenges, maintaining a focus on equity and cultural humility.Strategic Planning and Implementation: I guide the organization towards long-term sustainability and impact by anticipating future needs and adapting strategies accordingly.Operational Excellence: I apply my operational expertise to enhance efficiency, financial health, and continuous improvement, adapting to evolving environments while upholding high standards.Stakeholder Engagement: I build strong relationships with educators, parents, students, and the community, fostering a collaborative atmosphere where diverse perspectives shape our strategic direction.Equity and Inclusion: Our commitment to cultural humility ensures an environment welcoming to all, reflecting our core values in every aspect of the organization.Leadership and Team Development: My leadership promotes emotional intelligence and psychological safety, encouraging innovation, accountability, and personal growth aligned with our mission.In this role, I am dedicated to advancing educational excellence and significantly impacting our community.

Philadelphia, Pa, Us

I embarked on a journey of strategic innovation and team leadership within the Experience Design (XD) organization. My role was a strategic partner to design, leading a multifaceted portfolio – from the intricacies of hardware and UX/UI design to the subtleties of sensory and accessibility compliance. One of my proudest achievements was the development of an Accessibility Scorecard, a project that had eluded completion for eight years. This endeavor not only championed inclusivity but also reshaped how we approached and evaluated product design.I led a diverse team of twelve, overseeing programs that touched every aspect of the customer experience. Our work was not just about meeting deadlines; it was about facilitating the design process. I facilitated ground-breaking projects such as Storm-Ready WiFi and the development of a large button remote, projects that exemplified our commitment to innovation and accessibility.In this role, I also had the opportunity to expand the scope of our team significantly, growing from four US-based locations to global collaboration with Sky Design. This growth was not just in numbers but in the depth of our expertise and the breadth of our vision. I introduced a PMO structure, integrating tools like Jira, Confluence, and Smartsheet, which revolutionized our efficiency and productivity.At Comcast, my journey was about more than leading projects; it was about building stories, fostering inclusive design, and pushing the boundaries of what we could achieve as a team.☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲ABOUT COMCAST CORPORATIONComcast Corporation is the largest multinational telecommunications conglomerate in the nation, and the second-largest broadcasting and cable television company in the world as measured by revenue.

Philadelphia, Pa, Us

I had the privilege of leading the XD Connected Living Program for the Xfinity app. This role was a blend of strategic vision and hands-on leadership, where I managed a team of four and collaborated with an expansive network of creative directors and UX/UI designers across the country. My responsibilities extended beyond team management; I was instrumental in developing strategic roadmaps for the app, enhancing both experience and visual design.A significant part of my role involved orchestrating scrums, sprint retrospectives, and planning sessions, ensuring seamless execution from conception to launch. I took pride in designing processes that streamlined our design workflow, culminating in the successful transformation of the xFi app into the Xfinity App. My efforts in creating Smartsheet dashboards provided critical insights for executive leadership, facilitating informed decision-making and strategic alignment. Managing diverse teams across multiple locations, I ensured that every project resonated with our organizational goals.

Philadelphia, Pa, Us

I was privileged to lead a diverse range of critical projects, from the Xfinity Home residential security system to the UX/UI and hardware design for multiple products. My leadership extended to a four-person team, collaborating with creative directors and designers to drive innovation. A key achievement was the significant improvement in our process efficiency, demonstrated by an increase in ticket closures from 544 in 2018 to 1159 in 2020, a testament to the effective UX Sprint process I designed as a Certified Scrum Master.Additionally, I spearheaded a major migration project, transitioning our Experience Design teams from Box to Microsoft SharePoint, handling several terabytes of data. My role also involved building a strategic program roadmap using Jira Portfolio and Smartsheet, optimizing resource allocation and aligning projects with organizational goals.

Philadelphia, Pa, Us

At the helm of managing UX projects across four dynamic design teams, a pivotal aspect of my work involved contributing significantly to the testing and launch of e-commerce features, enabling consumers to seamlessly purchase residential services online. I managed six UX teams and two external agency teams, overseeing up to 35 concurrent projects. This role demanded not only meticulous project management but also effective communication with executive leadership. I spearheaded the integration of Confluence and Jira, significantly boosting the efficiency of our UX teams and enhancing our processes.

Philadelphia, Pa, Us

I orchestrated a broad spectrum of marketing projects, encompassing print advertising, email campaigns, website development, and videos. I was responsible for an annual budget of $6.5M and played a key role in enhancing project output efficiency, increasing the yearly project count from 40 to 57 within the same budget constraints. My role involved meticulous planning, resource allocation, and stakeholder management, ensuring seamless project execution and alignment with our client's needs. Notably, I developed and implemented a new proofing process that significantly improved the consistency and accuracy of our outputs, underscoring my commitment to quality and efficiency.

In my role as a freelance senior project manager and producer, I was able to oversee and run all production for photography and TV spots in the greater Philadelphia and NYC area. I also had the opportunity to produce a large-scale experiential Buy a Lady a Drink event for Stella Artois at the 2015 Sundance Film Festival. In all of these roles, I created and oversaw project and production schedules, design production materials and direct Pre-Pro meetings, and created and managed budgets and timelines. Budgets ranged from $250K photoshoots to $2.5M events

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Us

I embraced the role of an Account Manager and Senior Producer, where my primary focus was on nurturing client relationships and securing contracts for visually compelling projection installations. My responsibilities ranged from strategic business development to meticulous project management, handling budgets from $20K to $4M. I worked closely with esteemed clients like BBDO and The American Red Cross, bringing their visions to life through innovative projection art.☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲ABOUT KLIP COLLECTIVE / D’AMICO STUDIOS, INC.Klip Collective is a visual art shop bridging projection lighting, technology, and storytelling. D'Amico Studios is an advertising photography studio specializing in extreme hi res digital capture, composting and branded imaging.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Us

In my tenure as Studio Director and Senior Producer at D'Amico Studios, I led the charge in elevating the studio's digital and creative presence. I was instrumental in redesigning the studio's website and spearheading comprehensive marketing campaigns, significantly boosting the brand's visibility. My role encompassed not just creative direction but also operational oversight, ensuring seamless workflow across different projects and contributing to the studio's reputation for high-quality and innovative shoots.

With a background in visual arts and design, I was able to leverage these skills to design websites based on the specific needs of the client. I improved ease of site navigation with information architecture, developed online marketing strategies, and designed and implemented email marketing campaigns. My primary focus was to consistently improve user experience.

As Co-Founder, Coach, and Business Manager at CrossFit San Elijo, I spearheaded a remarkable growth trajectory, expanding our membership base from 25 to 200 athletes within the first year. My leadership in developing a guerrilla marketing campaign, which included a strategically designed and placed logo, successfully sparked interest and conversations, effectively drawing in new clients. The website I designed not only bolstered our marketing efforts but also fostered a strong sense of community through our blog. Additionally, my focus on internal trainer development and client engagement through team-building exercises played a crucial role in enhancing retention. My tenure culminated in the successful sale of my ownership stake, a testament to the gym's success under my guidance.

Philadelpia, Pa, Us

In my role at Urban Direct, I managed a dynamic studio team, overseeing photographers, stylists, talent, and post-production designers. I significantly expanded the studio's capabilities, growing it from part-time to full-time operations with three photographers. My strategic approach led to a notable reduction in working budgets while achieving this growth. I directed a wide array of shoots, including apparel, home, and accessory, and was pivotal in the art direction of web shoots and email campaigns, shaping the artistic direction for the Urban Outfitters website.

Philadelpia, Pa, Us

During my time as a Producer at Free People, I blended photography and art direction for web shoots and email campaigns. My role extended to producing wholesale lookbooks and shaping the artistic direction across stores, web, and print. I streamlined the production process by bringing web photography in-house, securing locations and coordinating with external vendors on a national and international scale. This role allowed me to exercise my creative vision and operational acumen, contributing significantly to the brand's digital and physical presence.

In this role, I built and managed client relationships for a local wedding and event photographer. I created and secured photo shoot contracts, produced location photo shoots for individuals and events, designed photo portfolios and books, and retouched photographs.

Gogarburn, Gb

In this role, I worked with the Resource Manager of RBS to manage freelance IT contractors. I oversaw a staff of 45 full-time contractors, negotiated contracts between IT contractors and management, and managed and processed all invoices.

New York, Ny, Us

In this role, I assisted the negatives archivist in organizing the negatives archives and developed prints using the negatives archive.

New York, Ny, Us

I was accepted into the highly coveted role of the summer college intern at the Metropolitan Museum of art. I wrote, designed and provided English and French tours of the Southeast Asian wing on the art of the Buddha along the silk route. I was a French language point of contact at the information desk.

In this role, I managed and maintained store inventory, engaged with customers and acted as the single point of contact for all store needs. Through my dedication and responsibility, I was also able to manage the store while the owner went on international buying trips.

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Corporate Innovation And Entrepreneurship

Master Of Management (Mmgt), Strategic Management And Executive Leadership

Bfa/Ba/Ba, Photography, French, Art History

Photography And French Majors

Cn, Clinical Nutrition