Robert Forrest Email & Phone Number

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

Mooresville, Nc

Basking Ridge, Nj

• Plan, develop, launch and manage mobility products targeted at enterprise and government customers.• Successfully launched over 8 Verizon Wireless enterprise products.• Develop, update, submit, and review materials to go-to-market and product marketing teams for products.• Work with cross-functional teams in IT, legal, product, compensation, billing, settlements, and vendors to deliver products to the customer.• Develop roadmap, requirements, and prioritize work for… Show more • Plan, develop, launch and manage mobility products targeted at enterprise and government customers.• Successfully launched over 8 Verizon Wireless enterprise products.• Develop, update, submit, and review materials to go-to-market and product marketing teams for products.• Work with cross-functional teams in IT, legal, product, compensation, billing, settlements, and vendors to deliver products to the customer.• Develop roadmap, requirements, and prioritize work for development teams.• One of the two original team members to launch Verizon’s resell partners that now has over 800,000 active licenses and on target for over $12 million in gross revenue this year.• Work with public sector/safety team to enable several products and services for government customers.• Member of the public sector/safety steering committee and 5G planning group.• Work to add and enable additional services for public and private sector customers.• Trained over 40 Subject Matter Experts in the field for selling and supporting Verizon's device management platform.• Trained Operations, Sales, Offer Development, and other groups on internal and vendor products. Show less

Fort Dix, Nj

• Working as the Exercise Project Officer to oversee planning, design, and support of computer-simulated training exercises for military, Department of Defense, and contracted team members across multiple organizations.• Develop personnel and resource requirements, submit budgets, mitigate risks, and manage timeline.• Identify network, server, platform, voice / data communication, and security requirements and drive integration of mission command systems with computer simulation to… Show more • Working as the Exercise Project Officer to oversee planning, design, and support of computer-simulated training exercises for military, Department of Defense, and contracted team members across multiple organizations.• Develop personnel and resource requirements, submit budgets, mitigate risks, and manage timeline.• Identify network, server, platform, voice / data communication, and security requirements and drive integration of mission command systems with computer simulation to ensure realistic, relevant, and effective training.• Develop training curriculum based on in-depth understanding of key objectives and analysis of lessons learned. Collaborate with colleagues and liaise with stakeholders to provide technical and subject matter expertise.• Spearheaded development and implementation of division’s first Knowledge Management curriculum; distinguished as first brigade-level Knowledge Management Officer.• Lead a variety of critical training programs, including graduate-level Mission Command Seminars, Army operations process and command post operation training, decision making, critical thinking, systems integration, and problem solving courses. Show less

Joint Base Mcguire-Dix-Lakehurst, Nj

• Oversee project planning and design in support of constructive simulations for military, Department of Defense, and contractors across the country.• Participate in cross-organizational planning conferences, develop project plans, and identify system, network, and simulation requirements in order to successfully meet training and exercise objectives.• Plan, build, test, and support all simulations, servers, gateways, and clients in order to meet or exceed customer… Show more • Oversee project planning and design in support of constructive simulations for military, Department of Defense, and contractors across the country.• Participate in cross-organizational planning conferences, develop project plans, and identify system, network, and simulation requirements in order to successfully meet training and exercise objectives.• Plan, build, test, and support all simulations, servers, gateways, and clients in order to meet or exceed customer objectives.• Planned, designed, managed, and executed all constructive simulation systems for multiple United States Army Reserve exercises resulting in training of over 500 organizations and 9,000 leaders across the country. Show less

Joint Base Mcguire-Dix-Lakehurst, Nj

• Oversee project planning and design in support of constructive simulations for military, Department of Defense, and contractors across the country.• Participate in cross-organizational planning conferences, develop project plans, and identify system, network, and simulation requirements in order to successfully meet training and exercise objectives.• Plan, build, test, and support all simulations, servers, gateways, and clients in order to meet or exceed customer… Show more • Oversee project planning and design in support of constructive simulations for military, Department of Defense, and contractors across the country.• Participate in cross-organizational planning conferences, develop project plans, and identify system, network, and simulation requirements in order to successfully meet training and exercise objectives.• Plan, build, test, and support all simulations, servers, gateways, and clients in order to meet or exceed customer objectives.• Planned, designed, managed, and executed all constructive simulation systems for multiple United States Army Reserve exercises resulting in training of over 500 organizations and 9,000 leaders across the country. Show less

Bedminster, Nj; Nyc Metro

• Served as key point-of-contact with large enterprise clients to drive wireless and mobility projects throughout northern New Jersey and the New York Metro area. Key clients included Novartis, Merck, Johnson and Johnson, Sanofi Aventis, and Schindler Elevator.• Developed Request for Proposal (RFP) responses, comprehensive needs analysis, project plans, and project / technical specifications; presented proposals and updates to C-level executives and managers. Created high-level system… Show more • Served as key point-of-contact with large enterprise clients to drive wireless and mobility projects throughout northern New Jersey and the New York Metro area. Key clients included Novartis, Merck, Johnson and Johnson, Sanofi Aventis, and Schindler Elevator.• Developed Request for Proposal (RFP) responses, comprehensive needs analysis, project plans, and project / technical specifications; presented proposals and updates to C-level executives and managers. Created high-level system architecture, project plans and solutions using Sprint, client, and third-party technologies / equipment. Provided training to client users and internal team.• Demonstrated exceptional understanding of security, protocols, messaging, and emerging technologies integrated into device design and service plans. Integration of enterprise applications with mobile and web-based services.• Distinguished for closing largest location-based project in the Northeast region with Schindler Elevator valuated at $165K+ per month.• Negotiated and closed largest mobile device contract regionally with Ricoh resulting in 800 new units and 300 additional units under contract for 1100 nationwide field service technicians.• Twice recognized as Solutions Engineer of the Month. Show less

Greater New York City Area

• Served as primary technical contact for eastern region; supported sales teams, installations, and client technical support needs. • Managed projects through all phases of software development life-cycle.• Conducted needs analysis, project planning and management, risk mitigation, and contract compliance for multiple, large companies.• Defined and implemented administrative and support policies for customer solutions and installations resulting in successful turn over to… Show more • Served as primary technical contact for eastern region; supported sales teams, installations, and client technical support needs. • Managed projects through all phases of software development life-cycle.• Conducted needs analysis, project planning and management, risk mitigation, and contract compliance for multiple, large companies.• Defined and implemented administrative and support policies for customer solutions and installations resulting in successful turn over to operations.• Spearheaded significant contract negotiations and closed / installed first clustered and largest wireless messaging solution nationwide.• Pioneered use of custom software prototypes and static mockups to demonstrate capabilities of wireless applications resulting in two new contracts.• Installed custom Risk Management wireless applications for large insurance provider and emergency contact application for major insurance company to mitigate issues post-9/11.• Leveraged expertise to troubleshoot and resolve a range of complex technical issues related to proprietary and third-party products. Show less

Interfaced with clients to consult on Electronic Messaging, Windows, Enterprise Applications, and Directory Services projects. Directed teams of consultants, engineers, and technicians. Selected Contribution:• Project Manager for a team that planned and implemented a new suite of servers, network, and services on an international basis resulting in the migration of 75,000 users, over 100 subsidiaries, in over 200 locations to the new platform. • Tracked purchases, acquisitions… Show more Interfaced with clients to consult on Electronic Messaging, Windows, Enterprise Applications, and Directory Services projects. Directed teams of consultants, engineers, and technicians. Selected Contribution:• Project Manager for a team that planned and implemented a new suite of servers, network, and services on an international basis resulting in the migration of 75,000 users, over 100 subsidiaries, in over 200 locations to the new platform. • Tracked purchases, acquisitions, and delivery of all equipment for project.• Monitored and gained approval for all project changes in order to control schedule, budget and results. Created and monitored budget for all projects at each company and location.• Expertly designed and implemented complex networks for major national and international clients, ensuring alignment with budgets, project schedules, and technical requirements. Show less

Elmwood Park, Nj

Senior Project Consultant, Northeast • Project Manager for Johnson & Johnson team that planned and implemented a new suite of servers, network, and services on an international basis resulting in the migration of 75,000 users, over 100 subsidiaries, in over 200 locations to the new, standardized platform. • Tracked purchases, acquisitions, and delivery of all equipment for the project.• Monitored and gained approval for all project changes in order to control schedule, budget and… Show more Senior Project Consultant, Northeast • Project Manager for Johnson & Johnson team that planned and implemented a new suite of servers, network, and services on an international basis resulting in the migration of 75,000 users, over 100 subsidiaries, in over 200 locations to the new, standardized platform. • Tracked purchases, acquisitions, and delivery of all equipment for the project.• Monitored and gained approval for all project changes in order to control schedule, budget and results.• Created and monitored budget for all projects at each company and location.• Expertly designed and implemented complex networks for major national and international clients, ensuring alignment with budgets, project schedules, and technical requirements.District Manager, Systems Engineering• Program Manager which led team of systems engineers, consultants, project managers, and project administrators, including responsibility for recruiting, training, and mentoring all Network Services employees in New Jersey.• Grew business from $400K annually with 9 team members to $8M annually with 48 team members.• Recognized with Chairman’s Award for top grossing district nationwide and second highest percentage of profitability.• Managed relationships with contractors, vendors, and customers. Evaluated, interviewed, and hired all permanent and temporary employees for district.• Monitored team training and ensured currency of all required certifications (PMI PMP, Microsoft, Cisco, Hewlett Packard).• Consistently exceeded key metrics for revenue and direct operating income, averaging 38% direct operating income.• Implemented the first Project Management group and initiated Project Management Professional training program for employees.Systems Engineer• Handled design, implementation, and support of network hardware, software, and services for enterprise clients. Troubleshot and resolved issues to maintain system availability to meet user needs. Show less