Sr. Project Manager supporting Global Serialization PMO and managing Global Traceability work groups. This role is critical to the successful and timely implementation of the global serialization technologies in packaging operations established by the WHO Organization to head off counterfeiting.* Represent Abbott in GS1 (International Global Standards Organization) Bi-Weekly Meetings* Lead Global Core Team Meetings (obtain updates, prepare presentation, capture and track Action Items and distribute and post meeting minutes) * Lead Internal Team Meetings and distribute Weekly Highlights / Status Reports to Upper Management* Manage stakeholder communication and awareness * Monitor I-Test Results for bugs and issues within functional workstreams* Oversee resolution of ITSM Ticket issues * Monitor Country Regulations in regards to Serialization and project impacts* Oversee TraceLink User Manual document updates* Manage project SharePoint site with current project documents and lessons learned.* Daily PM responsibilities include: direct project update meetings, issues management, maintain decision and RAID logs, manage project schedule and ensure timelines and goals are met. Collaborate on issues and regulations, and eliminate road blocks.* Working knowledge of Track & Trace, packaging line equipment and serialization solutions, ERP, Distribution Center Warehouse Management, and shipping processes.* Working on Mobile Application to assist with Track & Trace (Phase 0)

(4 Month Employee Leave Replacement)Sr. Project Manager managing Takeda’s Product Registration Information and Submission Management (PRISM) Project. Responsible for end user support of technology solutions and the timely delivery of Data Migration from current Register system to LIQUENT InSight for Registrations and Analytics. Managed oversight of project schedule and deliverable activities from 2 sub teams; regulatory solutions analysis and project management along with managing several project management teams including other project managers, multiple workstreams and workstream leads. Provided management support for all the technology initiatives associated with the solutions owned and managed by Global Regulatory Affairs. * Developed and managed project plans, schedules and other project deliverables in accordance with company guidelines.* Partnered with colleagues in multiple regions, manages the work of major project teams, often managing multiple, parallel workstreams.* Developed and reviewed major GRA project budgets. Including re-base lining budget due to change in project roll out schedule.* Accountable for performance against financial parameters and monitoring and reporting on projects within own area. * Managed RAID Log and provided oversight to project risks and issues and assisted with mitigation plans.* Managed and resolved issues and escalated them appropriately.* Assured project followed all company and departmental policies, procedures and standards and regularly provides status, update and summary reports for different audiences.* Clearly and consistently reported project information and progress to Sr. Management.* Participated as UAT Testing Administrator* Participated in week long Train the Trainer program for new PRISM system.

Global Sr. Project Manager / Program Manager supporting Abbott Laboratories IT Security, Quality and Compliance Projects. Project responsibilities include the development of Abbott’s overall direction and strategy for applications architecture, project planning, security and compliance. Program management of several highly visible and regulated projects, including, but not limited to: (Supplier Quality Assurance - Abbott CEO Direct Goal, Non-Conformance CAPA, Inspection Readiness and Supplier Management, Information Security Compliance, SOX 2016, Software Lifecycle Redesign, Training Management Compliance, Document Management, and FY15 ISO Application Controls Assessment)* Tracked and monitored key milestones, status report and executive dashboard reporting.* Provided timely reports on project status, risks, issues and dependencies, evaluating project performance throughout* Promoted and ensured accountability for project quality; identified opportunities to improve delivery and oversaw the governance process to reduce risk and ensure effective and timely decisions were taken* Lead weekly (Global) Status Update meetings with project team leads* Participated with semi-annual Internal IT Compliance Audit * Lead weekly Status Update meetings with project team leads

Successful Global Project Manager managing several global projects, including Corporate Credit Card, Purchasing Card, Meeting Card, and Travel Account Card deployment for all employees within 116 Countries, in 12 Implementation Phases. Position involves creation and management of Project Plan, Project SharePoint site, RAID matrix management, Communication plan, design Training schedule for all users, act as a liaison between Bank of America, Global In-Country Finance Directors and Transition Leads for all Countries and AbbVie SME’s. Manage KYC (Know Your Customer) Requirements and regulations specific for all non-USD Countries and their affiliates. Coordinate receipt of all document requirements, between Bank of America and Bank Affiliates alongside of Legal Team thru Contract sign-off and deployment of cards. Other areas of responsibility are from user request information, process flow management, expense type creation, tax and liabilities.

Managing $3M Global SalesForce.com Project• Achieving operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing processes, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; completing audits; identifying trends; determining system improvements; implementing change.• Meets financial objectives by forecasting requirements; managing financial reports via Clarity, while maintaining budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions.,

* Project Documentation, Financial Forecasting, Issue/Risk tracking, Meeting Coordination & Facilitation, Project Scheduling & Maintenance, Status Reporting, Resource Allocation (Clarity) planning and maintenance. Create/Maintain project schedule, track action, maintaining documents in Team Room (Document Sharing). * Heavy focus on Schedule Management Updating and Status Reporting. * Project planning and design, systems development life cycle, estimating, project tracking, resource management, change management, risk management, coaching, negotiating, influencing, budget & financial planning & tracking, problem solving, relationship management, scope management, issue management, facilitation, effective communication, executive level status reporting. * Manage multiple work streams within the program at a time.

• Responsible for managing Loyalty Project (Walgreens Preferred Card) independently across a broad range of business issues• Leveraging insights from all departmental capabilities to influence strategies and tactics• Manage, track and document completion of work plan activities to include: Managing Weekly Status Reports with over 40 functional areas, Risk & Issue tracking, Direct Change Management Processes and Requests, Question and Answer Logs, Track and Report Workstream & Application Team Project Deliverables• Measure, monitor, and report progress at defined points to ensure the project is delivered on time, within budget and in compliance with government/project processes.• Manage Project Dashboard & Metrics Reporting thru data collection and Business Analysis• Anticipate and identify risks, issues and change requests and issues that are internal and external to the project following the appropriate structured methodology• Document and track resolution of project issues, risks and change requests; Resolve and escalate issues, risks and change requests as appropriate.

Change Management Business Analyst • Responsible for the quality of change management process delivery for in a global environment. • Responsible for monitoring the change control process and ensured followed through to closure• Coordinated activities between functional work streams and quality teams• Followed up with change controls to ensure closure satisfying requirements• Follow up on failed change controls to determine root cause and any need corrective actions• Maintained quality records for any inspections required• Involved with resolving issues with Functional /Technical Leads to assure acceptability of change request. • Assisted & coordinated the change process• Responsible for emergency CAB reviews, and ensuring regional ECAB are documented • Responsible for the creation & communication of the required weekly reports• Chair weekly CAB reviews, document &communicate minutes• Responsible for 2nd level support for the QTS/Trackwise workflow, this can be in the form of help desk tickets• Responsible for knowledge transfer to the GHD/VHD• Assist and coordinate training for new usersJr. Project Mgr – PMO Office (11/2011 – 1/2012)• Assist PM & PMO Leader on $200M / Baxter Wide Financial & Supply Chain Roll Out Project• Monitor project results by tracking progress & managing reports• Assist PM's with project planning, tracking & reporting (Burn Sheets, Dashboards, Status Reports)• Monitor & track risk identification & mitigation efforts• Track & help resolve project issues as needed• Ensures change control process are executed by PM's• Assist in identifying & traking cross-project dependencies• Assist in project communication activities• Collaborate with other IT groups & vendors involved in the project delivery process• Ensure through consolidated tracking & reporting that project delivery is on-time & within budget; identifying, tracking, reporting & escalating issues as appropriate

* Organizational Restructuring / Project Management: Assist IT team, FDA, and Regulatory Affairs professionals with acquisition integration, transition, and conversion processes thru Administrative Support.* Played administrative role in transition and integration processes surrounding $7B acquisition and the conversion from manual to electronic claims submission procedures, supporting 100+ employees.* Facilities / Security Management: Liaise between corporate management and landlord to manage conference rooms and assets including printers, computers, projectors, etc. Manage inventory / supplies. Resolve safety and security concerns. * Budget Management: Manage departmental budget; track and reconcile project and labor costs. * Staff Recruitment &Training: Administer Employee and Contractor on-boarding processes and logistics, including workspace, telephone, computer, and user account setup, training, and regulatory compliance functions. * Purchasing / Procurement: Submitted Bid Proposals for services, reviewed suppliers, sourced and negotiated pricing, awarded contracts.* Event Management/Event Planning: Coordinated many types of functions, identified venues and various requirements while effectively handling multitask levels of responsibility with minimal direction. Demonstrated solid logistical planning with courteous and friendly attitude while putting strong emphasis on meeting departmental requirements within budget. Managed all departmental events and activities for 100+ employees. * Successfully coordinated relocation of 85 employees to new leased facility.

* Direct all aspects of facilities and events, incorporating internal and external building and grounds maintenance, staff oversight, safety and security features, event planning and logistics, customer relationship management, and associated functions.* Facilities & Events Management: Manage internal and external building functions including lighting, landscaping, HVAC, vendor services, housekeeping, repairs, signage, inspections, etc.. Administer events including corporate education programs, town hall meetings, luncheons, student orientations, etc. Arrange room rentals and set up functions.* Budget Administration* Safety & Security: Administer all systems, processes, and functions, in coordination with local police department, to ensure maintenance of safe and productive work and learning environment. * Serve as member of the Lake-Cook Regional Critical Incident Partnership (LCRCIP) county-wide Disaster Recovery Management Team.* Purchasing/Procurement Management: Wrote, submitted, evaluated all Facility, Security, Safety and Event related RFP’s. Reviewed bid proposals, suppliers, negotiated and awarded contracts. Purchased items necessary for day to day, as well as long term improved business operations and security enhancements. * Awarded Purchasing Leadership Role by Conway Park Owners Association to direct and lead all Conway Park Business Members (Akron, Brunswick, Chicago Bears, City of Lake Forest, Hospira, Lake Forest Graduate School of Management, Pactiv, Tenneco and Trustmark) into purchasing initiative to negotiate best pricing for similar services. (Housekeeping, Landscaping, Electricity, Security, Recycling, Window Washing, Trash Removal Services, etc.) Reviewed key suppliers of all business members, lead meetings, and worked with other businesses in Conway Park on specific RFQ requirements. This initiative was created to reduce costs and improve services for all businesses within the Park.

Conduct home office & field ergonomic evaluations to review workplace design, products, environments, & systems to identify threats to worker safety / comfort & propose, implement solutions to enhance productivity & reduce accidents, sickness, & disability claims. Manage company facilities & coordinate office and staff relocations to promote organizational objectives. Project Planning & Management: Coordinate w/engineers, architects, subcontractors & clients to review blueprints & determine project feasibility, specifications, scheduling, & cost-effective planning for project execution. Received Presidential Award in 2000, as well as Spirit of TAP Awards in 2005 and 2006 for superior performance & company dedication. Managed the complex headquarter relocation of 1000 employees, completing project on-time, under budget, & without disruption to company operations. Budget & Profitability Oversight: Manage and track multiple capital budgets, and prepare Capital Expenditure Requests to obtain funding. Cut Workers Compensation Claims by 90% through the development & initiation of a productive Ergonomics program Reduced overhead costs nearly $800K through innovative programs & procedures including furniture renovation, insourcing alternatives, & strategic vendor negotiations. Operations & Staff Management: Manage 70-member company-wide Emergency Control Force Team as well as internal and external Relocation Specialists. Manage office & administrative systems & tools. Organize & oversee project meetings. Write and submit monthly highlights & project / status reports to senior- management. Ensure building census floor plans and drawings are sent out bi-monthly. Led training sessions and Lunch & Learns on Ergonomics / Space Planning & Emergency Response Programs. Instituted valuable operational improvements including the Facility Safety Inspections program , the Ergonomics Evaluation Program, & a maintenance staff directory.