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Leveraging expertise in technology and healthcare to empower senior leaders to unlock intellectual capital and develop strategies to fortify their organization's strengths and culture.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Partnered with senior executives and cross-functional leaders to translate strategies into new or enhanced products and services for this Independent Licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association and the largest customer-owned health insurer in the United States that serves more than 16 million members across five states and employs more than 23,000 people in over 60 local offices.• Oversaw enterprise portfolio budget of $850M (2019), comprised of 500+ projects• Led delivery… Show more Partnered with senior executives and cross-functional leaders to translate strategies into new or enhanced products and services for this Independent Licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association and the largest customer-owned health insurer in the United States that serves more than 16 million members across five states and employs more than 23,000 people in over 60 local offices.• Oversaw enterprise portfolio budget of $850M (2019), comprised of 500+ projects• Led delivery teams to deliver portfolio investments ranging from $450M to $850M • Directed departmental operational budget of $83M, realizing a positive variance of 5%• Managed and mentored 300+ employees• Led multiple mergers and acquisitions from due diligence to integration• Ensured quality delivery of programs and projects on time, within budget, and expected ROI• Developed and governed corporate standards related to project and program delivery• Implemented improvements in project management to accelerate delivery and reduce cost • Spearheaded implementation of agile best practices and drove enhanced project delivery • Designed metrics and governance framework to drive transparency throughout project lifecycle Key highlights and project outcomes:• Enabled $5M savings through implementation of Clarity PPM in the cloud• Reduced cycle time (SDLC) by 25% • Optimized staffing models to drive efficiency gains of 20%, resulting in $10M cost avoidance• Saved $2M annually by building offshore capability with a trusted partner• Realized 123% quality improvement and increased employee productivity by 15% • Reduced average EPMO cost of program spend for programs over $10M to 2% • Saved $5M annually by consolidating multiple PMOs into a state-of-the-art enterprise function • Designed and led peak-season annual readiness effort, ensuring all functional business areas were ready and synchronized for the seamless on-boarding of 6M+ employer group members Show less

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Led development of strategy and framework for merger and acquisition (M&A) readiness and directed high-performing team of project leaders charged with implementing critical corporate initiatives related to mergers and acquisitions. • Developed corporate integration methodology• Conducted due diligence for corporate transactions• Managed overall program and project management processes, policies, and guidelines• Created and led department of 25 M&A professionals to lead… Show more Led development of strategy and framework for merger and acquisition (M&A) readiness and directed high-performing team of project leaders charged with implementing critical corporate initiatives related to mergers and acquisitions. • Developed corporate integration methodology• Conducted due diligence for corporate transactions• Managed overall program and project management processes, policies, and guidelines• Created and led department of 25 M&A professionals to lead integration efforts • Planned and managed department operating budget of $24M• Developed change strategies and plans for business areas, driving intended outcomes • Led two-year integration of people, processes, and systems post- BCBS of Montana merger • Consolidated four platforms post- BCBS of Oklahoma merger• Led post-acquisition customer migrations from external organizations onto corporate systems and operational platforms Show less

Greater Chicago Area

TRANSITION LEAD, TRANSITION MANAGEMENT OFFICE (2003 to 2005)Managed organizational change across divisions, leading matrixed teams to achieve targeted results. Led complex transition projects to reduce administrative costs and build new capabilities. Developed consolidation and optimization opportunities related to people, process, and technology. Created collaborative environment to allow for increased service performance and enable operational areas to sustain significant growth with… Show more TRANSITION LEAD, TRANSITION MANAGEMENT OFFICE (2003 to 2005)Managed organizational change across divisions, leading matrixed teams to achieve targeted results. Led complex transition projects to reduce administrative costs and build new capabilities. Developed consolidation and optimization opportunities related to people, process, and technology. Created collaborative environment to allow for increased service performance and enable operational areas to sustain significant growth with minimal service impact. Designed and implemented transition management approach, including tools, processes, and methodologies.SENIOR PROJECT ANALYST, OFFICE OF STRATEGY DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION (2000 to 2003)Delivered complex projects for corporate standardization and consolidation activities in support of company strategy. Scoped projects and developed and articulated business cases, including hard and soft costs and benefits to rationalize projects. Supported successful New Mexico health operations conversion to HCSC.VARIOUS ROLES, CHAMPAIGN FULL-SERVICE CENTER (1993 to 2000)Gained foundational knowledge working in various roles while being recognized for performance with multiple career enhancing promotions. Led claims, membership and audit functions for operations center. Hired, coached and managed performance of employees. Managed relationships across cross-functional units to exceed key performance goals and customer satisfaction. Developed and implemented programs for continuous improvement. Documented and developed programs and procedures. Show less