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Santa Barbara, CA, US

• As the Senior Software Technical Program Manager at Sonos, Inc., I direct multiple cross-functional teams, encompassing embedded, mobile, cloud, and SQA, to ensure the successful launch of five new products in just two.
• Headed new product introductions (NPI), cost reduction initiatives, software re-architecture, and platform feature expansions.
• Stepped into at-risk projects mid-development, re-aligning efforts to mitigate risks and address resource gaps.
• Delivered projects on time by identifying dependencies, addressing delays, closing resource gaps, and return programs to meeting their commitments/deadlines.
• Solely managed all software efforts in Sonos' most profitable Home Audio category, ensuring seamless execution and timely product releases.

Framingham, Massachusetts, US

• At Bose Corporation, as the Senior Software Program Manager for the Health Division, I led a team of Program Managers responsible for delivering all product and mobile app programs within the Sleep and Hear categories..
• Directed diverse programs across embedded, mobile, cloud, and SQA teams, successfully driving each phase from start to finish.
• Served as Functional Manager in a pivotal leadership role, spearheading the development of a transformative new product category designed to positively impact users' lives.

Framingham, Massachusetts, US

• As a Software Program Manager for Bose’s Consumer Electronics division, I was at the forefront of integrating Amazon’s Alexa Voice Services (AVS) and Alexa Mobile Application (AMA) into Bose’s speaker, soundbar, and.
• Crafted and presented comprehensive program plans outlining scope, architecture, timelines, resources, costs, and risks to secure stakeholder approval for critical software features and product launches.
• Drove a 75% increase in Bose speaker and soundbar activations, exceeding Google Assistant in over 195 countries through leading the development and launch of over 10 Alexa-based features.
• Led the release of key features like Voice4Video and Alexa Calling & Messaging, boosting Bose's competitive edge in the speaker and soundbar market.
• Oversaw Alexa certification processes for all speaker, soundbar, and wearable product launches as the central liaison and program lead.

Framingham, Massachusetts, US

• As the Program Manager for PLM Systems Engineering at Bose Corporation, I streamlined operations and improved efficiency by applying lean methodologies. I identified and addressed inefficiencies, collaborated with IT.
• Collaborated with the Software Solutions Group and Customer Validation teams to overhaul the Employee Field Evaluation (EFE) program, converting it into the Alpha and Beta Test Programs.
• Improved program quality pre- and post-launch by detecting and resolving software glitches, ensuring seamless product releases.
• Created and presented detailed communication strategies and materials outlining data management processes, change management protocols, roles, and milestones.
• Initiated a strategic project that slashed onboarding time for new third-party software development partners by more than 50%.
• Conducted multi-day workshops to analyze current procedures, establish future objectives, and devise enhancement strategies with clear timelines and accountability.

Framingham, Massachusetts, US

• As a PLM Business Systems Analyst at Bose Corporation, I immersed myself in the PTC Windchill PLM product, working closely with team members to structure system functionality into well-defined design blocks. I.
• Developed thorough Business Requirements documentation, including use cases, business requirements, and process flows, optimizing several functional process areas.
• Identified optimal solutions and created detailed functional specifications, significantly improving system performance and user satisfaction.
• Designed engaging training presentations, reference guides, and Oracle UPK simulations to support the learning strategy for the solution design.
• Maintained data integrity throughout the project lifecycle by managing and updating data migration maps in response to evolving process designs.
• Delivered impactful demonstrations and training sessions to Design Consultants, clarifying "to-be" processes and reinforcing project direction.

Boston, MA, US

• At Haemonetics Corp. in Braintree, MA, I stepped into a pivotal role as Global Business Process Manager for the Oracle Agile™ PLM system, where I orchestrated the integration of acquired companies into seamless.
• Headed Oracle Agile™ PLM system configurations and validation efforts, facilitating user training, assigning access and roles, and managing associated projects as both System Administrator and Process Owner.
• Authored and published comprehensive training materials, delivering instructor-led sessions to support user adaptation to significant system configurations and process changes.

Boston, MA, US

Boston, MA, US

Boston, MA, US

Boston, MA, US

Round Rock, Texas, US

Hi-Tech Mba, Business

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Electrical Engineering

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