Founder and Product owner for STRALIGN - a strategic decision making and prioritization software.

Echo Consulting is a project management firm focused on maximizing the ROI for businesses undergoing digital transformation projects. Whether your company is considering rolling out a new software solution, an upgrade of your current platform, or implementation of new process, Echo Consulting is your experienced guide throughout the process.With a keen understanding of the pitfalls and major pain points during the transitional process, Echo Consulting gives you the leverage needed so that you can stay focused on growing your business. ​Experts in project management, Echo Consulting knows the stress and upheaval that can come from transitions within an organization. Much more than a one-off project management service, Echo Consulting cultivates ongoing relationships with clients: streamlining forthcoming projects, negating stress, and building a solid foundation for future upgrades and implementations. At Echo Consulting it all comes back to you.Projects include (but are not limited to): • Software platform implementations and upgrades, • Custom software development projects,• Organizational change management,• Business process improvement adoption planning, • Technical project management best practice training,• Portfolio and program management guidance.

As a member of the Aerie Consulting team, I worked closely with a wide variety of clients across the U.S. to identify and implement powerful solutions to optimize key business processes and support clients in identifying and exceeding their goals. I work as part of a dynamic team of technical professionals that focus on people first and design custom solutions that connect people, process, and technology seamlessly. As a project manager, I work with our Business Development and Operations teams to ensure scope, schedule, and budget are well balanced to optimize client results. In addition to acting as a Project and Portfolio Manager for the Aerie Consulting team, I provide Project Management consulting services which includes training/mentorship programs on project management best practices and staff augmentation for mission critical client projects. Typical project management activities include: ● Plan, execute, and deliver projects on schedule within approved budget while meeting the client’sbusiness objectives;● Identify, monitor, and mitigate risks; document, assign, track, and resolve issues;● Run daily scrums, plan sprints, and maintain detailed project plans, to ensure accurate resource forecasting.

As a member of the MyWebGrocer Professional Services PMO, I worked with a multinational, cross functional project team to build a brand new e-commerce platform. As a project manager I worked with our beta/development partner client to develop a detailed testing plan that included quality assurance, user acceptance, load, performance, and security testing, as well as a cutover plan for launch. During my brief time at MyWebGrocer, I worked as part of several committees to promote Project Management Institute (PMI) best practices and process improvement during thecompany reorganization into a professional services consulting model.

As a technical project manager in C2’s eBusiness practice I gained experience in complex web technology initiatives spanning multiple eCommerce websites in the consumer packaged goods industry. My project management experience included managing enterprise architecture initiatives - platform operations and maintenance, automated testing framework, batch monitoring site – as well as release management for multiple site functionality enhancements.Additional experience included an international multi-site e-commerce platform upgrade and data center migration project, where I led the project test planning and execution as well as the post deployment triage and stabilization activities.1. Plan, execute, and deliver web and e-business projects on schedule within approved budget while meeting the client’s business objectives;2. Track overall progress of projects to verify that SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle) processes are occurring and project deliverables are being created, reviewed, and approved;3. Manage time, cost, and scope through to implementation;4. Identify, monitor, and mitigate risks; document, assign, track, and resolve issues;5. Plan, facilitate, and conduct various project meetings with clients and/or team members as well as internal C2 management;6. Ensure that change control processes are defined, followed, and manage dependencies as needed;7. Guide, assist, and lead the project team and ensure that expectations of client sponsors and stakeholders are well managed.

1. Plan and carry out Choice Strategies sales related projects, leading and guiding the work of team members to ensure successful project outcomes;2. Manage marketing plan and budget, and complete monthly forecasting;3. Supervise sales projects and campaigns, coordinate internal departments and external vendors to ensure successful project outcomes;4. Plan and implement product development stages from design to public launch;5. Monitor project progress to ensure deadlines, quality standards and budget targets are met;6. Develop project proposals and complete ROI analysis and present to Senior Leadership team for prioritization;7. Develops effective resource materials for the sales team, as well as publicity and educational materials for clients.

1. Develop new and maintain existing Broker, General Agent, and Marketing Agent relationships with the goal of selling Choice Strategies' products and services2. Represent Sales Department in inter-departmental committees and projects3. Introduce Brokers to the suite of tools provided by Choice Care and aid in the creation of group-specific proposals and handouts4. Assist Brokers and Clients design/select a plan that best meets their healthcare cost goals5. Provide support during the completion and submission of the New Group Submission Form/Master Application and enrollment data6. Facilitate initial enrollment/benefits meetings with Brokers7. Serve as an informational reference to Brokers and Clients8. Refer Brokers and Clients to Client Services for troubleshooting of existing plan issues9. Relay the perspective of the Broker and Client, as experienced by Sales, for input on company projects and initiatives10. Provide Broker training through webinars and Brainshark presentations11. Coordinate bids for preferred relationships with Carriers

Give prompt, professional service to members, provide explanations of health plan guidelines and IRS regulations, interact with health insurance and medical providers, follow privacy protection protocol (HIPAA), nominated by manager to multiple committees focused on increased efficiency, quality, and innovation within the company.

Taught students (ages 20-30 years old) upper intermediate level English, maintained a well-organized and dynamic classroom environment, utilized a variety of teaching methods and medias, created and implemented tests and other forms of examinations, developed professional relationships with fellow teachers, students, and staff.

Provided one-on-one guided practice applying course concepts and discipline-specific skills, reviewed and reinforced course content based on client questions and concerns, helped develop effective study skills

Compiled semi-annual mutual fund reports, processed minor data entry tasks, verified important numbers and ratios from reports, completed general administrative tasks. Fall 2007

Researched suppliers' compliance with RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) standards, contacted suppliers for level of compliance documentats, and organized reports. Summer 2007

Entered sales orders, updated manufacturing part numbers, deleted customer item numbers, completed data entry and organizational projects. Summer 2006, Winter break 2006-2007

Promoted a safe educational afterschool environment for elementary students (K-5), provided supplementary instruction for students that require help with their homework, enforced school codes of conduct while maintaining a positive and enthusiastic relationship with students, worked one-on-one with an autistic boy (3 days a week) to support him in following school rules and respecting the after school staff and his fellow students

Responded to customer questions and concerns, received and sorted shipments, updated weekly production schedule, filed job records, completed minor sales transactions

Answered customer calls, kept and organized appointment schedules, edited and completed basic tax forms, filed customer history records, prepared official tax documents for customer's approval, provided general administrative support