Turnaround ExpertKey Accomplishments:Transformed a bankrupt car service company into a profitable business in two yearsReduced costs by 25% while improving service levels and loyal customer baseBuilt and led a high-performing teamEstablished a strong brand and reputationSkills and Experience:Business transformationFinancial managementMarketing and salesTeam leadershipCustomer serviceLooking for a new opportunity in the corporate world where I can use my skills and experience to make a significant impact.

Digital Transformation Consultant, New Media Strategist, Political Campaign Consultant, and TV Executive ProducerSkilled and experienced Digital Transformation Consultant with a proven track record of helping clients in both the private and public sectors. Deep understanding of business and political processes with an ability to develop and execute effective organizational change initiatives and adoption. Specialist in new media, TV production, and digital transformation, with a proven track record of developing and implementing digital and TV strategies that deliver measurable results.Key Accomplishments:Digital Transformation Consultant:Helped clients develop and implement digital strategies to improve their operations, products, and servicesAdvised clients on the latest digital technologies and trendsHelped clients manage their digital transformation projectsNew Media Strategist:Developed and implemented digital strategies for marketing and organizational changeCreated and managed social media campaignsDeveloped and produced web content and videosAnalyzed web traffic and social media dataCampaign Consultant:Developed and implemented comprehensive campaign strategiesDeveloped and managed campaign budgetsRecruited and directed campaign staff and volunteersDeveloped and executed campaign messagingCoordinated campaign eventsAnalyzed "Big Data" voter data and trendsWorked with the media to generate positive coverageTV Executive Producer:Produced and directed TV commercials and long form programmingDeveloped and managed TV production budgetsWorked with creative teams to develop and execute TV campaign conceptsOversaw all aspects of TV production, from pre-production to post-production

Consulting PartnerLed a management consulting effort to evaluate mass customization concepts for a major U.S.-based locomotive manufacturer, with a focus on maximizing business benefits.Evaluated sales and engineering systems and processes to identify opportunities to make the business more configure-to-order and less engineer-to-order.

Project Director for Cloud ERP TransformationLed a complex cloud ERP transformation project for a famous Chicago-based retailer, replacing expensive IBM Mainframe data centers with modern world-class cloud ERP (CSDE, CSFSM, Mongoose) and Supply Chain workflow technology (Infor Nexxus). Successfully overcame challenges such as complex data migration and integration, and developed a reasonable transition plan for the new solution. The project was unfortunately halted due to poor client liquidity, but the work completed laid a solid foundation for the retailer to continue the transformation process with internal staff resources.Key Accomplishments:Rationalized project scope and budget to define a "Minimum Viable Product" that prioritized client adoption, functionality, and budget.Managed a $9 million consulting budget and a worldwide remote and onsite consulting team to deliver 24/7 application development.Implemented a hybrid Agile and Waterfall software development lifecycle.

Delivery Excellence Project Manager, Greenfield Thought Leader, and Turnaround ExpertSeasoned project executive with 10+ years of experience leading and delivering large-scale, complex IT projects for Fortune 500 clients.Key Accomplishments:Led ERP (BaaN, LN, Oracle, SAP, JDE) implementations for manufacturing clients, resulting in cost savings and efficiencies.Managed the development and launch of a start-up e-commerce platform for an industrial products consortium involving investment and collaboration between IBM, IBM Watson Labs, DuPont, and Ventro Solutions.Played a key role in launching IBM's new Application Management Services business services, helping clients manage and optimize their applications to focus on their core business.Played a key role in developing and launching a new delivery excellence group, resulting in improved project launches, controls, reporting, and oversight. This increased consulting practice management efficiencies and reduced project and project portfolio risks while increasing customer satisfaction.Led the data center migration of a major life sciences company in support of a new global ERP platform, ensuring seamless continuity of operations.Skills and Experience:Expertise in IT project management and methodologies with a proven track record of success in delivering large-scale, complex projects on time and within budget.Strong leadership and team-building skills.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Experience with Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies.Expertise in developing and implementing Greenfield ideas.Experience turning around struggling projects.

Founded Hometown Properties, Inc., a local e-commerce company that was ahead of its time. With a local franchise model and infrastructure, Hometown Properties provided local businesses with early e-commerce web functionality. Key Accomplishments:Secured angel investment for Hometown PropertiesDeveloped a unique local e-commerce model that was well-positioned for the futureMaintained financial integrity in a challenging economic environmentSkills and Experience:Entrepreneurial visionAbility to develop and implement innovative business modelsFinancial acumenIntegrity and commitment to ethical business practices