Provide project management support on several programs developing molds and manufacturing capability for highly specialized injection molded parts. Work with cross-functional team members to prioritize and plan action items to meet schedule requirements.

Build, maintain, report on schedules for several leading edge technical product development programs. Each program is comprised of 8-15 sub-projects covering all technical and operational disciplines. Drive communications so development teams & program managers can proactively address issues & minimize crisis events.

Manage all aspects of advanced development and custom product design projects for touchscreen displays and computers. Coordinate and document requirements, resource plans, budgets, specifications, design, engineering model build, test, and agency certifications as required to deliver a desired custom product on time and on budget.

Manage program schedule for complex product development effort encompassing new technologies in materials, manufacturing, and design.

capable project leader with great organization awareness, experienced with details required for launching new products in a timely manner

Manage productization of several accessories and digital cameras for consumer digital imaging business.

Implementing various process improvements to optimize flow of information and material through manufacture. Efforts range from shipping department work instructions to parts re-ordering automation to production control and shop floor control improvements.

-> Coordinated initial concept and feasibility phases for two new camera programs in 2006.-> Directed final development stages to launch the most innovative digital camera in 2005.-> Led global validation team to successfully deliver reliable camera/hotspot internet Wi-Fi connectivity. -> Directed activities of user interface development team comprised of Japan-based developers and human factors group in Rochester to deliver a unique new UI.-> Established and coordinated process to resolve technical issues among the varied development organizations providing system components; implemented direct communications among the lead developers and management escalation process to drive priorities and decisions on a daily basis.-> Orchestrated creation and implementation of detailed procedures for firmware upgrade work procured in US and Netherlands. Drove third-party provider to complete upgrades and deliver 11,000 cameras in five days, meeting aggressive launch date.

- Led commercialization efforts for over 10 photo kiosk design and development projects ranging from software-only to hardware-only to total system integration efforts. .- Managed software kiosk product developed entirely in China and targeted for developing markets. - Managed successful transition from development to manufacturing for all kiosk projects by assuring accuracy of engineering release details via pre-production reviews, witness assembly process, and trial installations.- Created and led team that identified and implemented engineering changes which realized $15M cost savings in 2004 product bill.