Project Manager/Program Manager/Proven Leader Mary J. Rysavy

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Sammons Financial Group www.sammonsfinancialgroup.com 12/2014–Present

Senior Project/Program Manager

Provide project management expertise to lead projects and manage the day-to-day operational aspects of medium to large projects

Work independently and effectively apply project methodology and enforce project standards to successfully deliver the project on time and on budget

Accountable for effectively facilitating clear communications throughout the project organization

Manage the project status, issues and risks throughout the entire project lifecycle

The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society www.good-sam.com 08/2010–12/2014

Senior Program/Project Manager

Serve as Program Manager for significant programs; deliver solutions and services to customers; work closely with business partners to define program and project requirements, objectives and develop detailed project documentation

Work with several functional areas (marketing, legal, technology, fundraising, quality, compliance, financial, communications, customer experience, etc.) to coordinate efforts to ensure company strategic goals are met

Manage a team of project managers and business analysts and serve as a Project Manager for the development and implementation of major projects such as software implementations and process changes

Prepare project status reports and keep management informed of project status & related issues

HSBC www.hsbc.com 10,000 offices, 300,000 employees worldwide 11/1997-07/2010

AVP, Projects & Operations (2003 –2010)

Fully responsible for managing the process of migrating US operational functions offshore using project management methodology

Responsible for coordinating Global Resourcing Human Resources transition project and HSBC North American Corporate Bring Your Child To Work Day Event

Coordinate cross functional teams, holding to time lines and involving all facets of the move:

Technical, Legal, Compliance, Training, Operations, reporting…

Process Trainer (1999 - 2003)

Trained, mentored, motivated, developed, evaluated & promoted new & existing staff

Quality Assurance Associate (1997 –1999)

Monitored calls to assure compliance with company, state & federal rules & regulations

West Virginia Air National Guard www.wv.ngb.army.mil

Program Administrator 12/1994–10/1997

Selected to manage the State Drug Demand Reduction Program

Worked with community leaders, educators, counselors & non-profit organizations to organize community events

Participated in Youth Camps, Classroom Education & Community meetings

Developed workshops & curriculums on Team Building, Conflict Resolution & Leadership

Received:

Army Commendation for Outstanding Contribution to Military & Community Events

Gateway 2000 www.gateway.com Add-On Sales 01/1994 – 12/1994

Responsible for the merchandising and selling of computer software and peripherals

Citibank www.citibank.com Senior Collector 06/1989–01/1994

Responsible for severely delinquent accounts & working out arrangements with customers

Supervised, trained, mentored & scheduled night staff

Southwestern Company www.southwestern.com 1987–1988 (Summers)

Sold educational books door-to-door & Managed and mentored a team of sales personnel

Education

MBA Healthcare Management Colorado Technical University GPA 3.95 2010

M.S. Business/Project Mgmt Colorado Technical University GPA 3.95 2002

B.A. Business Administration Augustana College GPA 3.2 1990

Concentration: Marketing § Dean’s list (Fall 1989, Spring 1990)

Business Administration University of South Dakota (3 years) 1989

VP, Pi Sigma Epsilon Marketing Fraternity § Dean’s list (Fall 1986)

Training & Certification

Certified Project Management Professional: PMP

Certified to train: Positive Workplace Environment, Time Management & Customer Service

Licensed South Dakota Real Estate Broker Associate (Inactive License)

Good Samaritan Society Certified Senior Living Manager

Volunteer Activities

JA (Junior Achievement) Volunteer (11 years)

Past Mayor’s Breakfast Prayer Participant

Project Management Institute (PMI) – VP, Communications and 2014 PMI Symposium Logistics Lead

Past CASA (Court Appointment Special Advocate) Volunteer

Proficiencies: Microsoft Software: Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Project, Windows, Visio

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MILITARY EXPERIENCE ADDENDUM

South Dakota Air National Guard www.sdsiou.ang.af.mil 1985 – Present

Plans Officer/J4-Logistics Officer Lt Colonel (2015-Present)

Assist the South Dakota National Guard in maintaining a comprehensive understanding of the current operational environment and to better prepare for the future environment

Provide logistic support to South Dakota National Guard Operations

Logistics Readiness Squadron Commander Lt Colonel (2013 – 2015)

Commanded Logistics Readiness Squadron resources and programs to support the 114 FW mission for Block 40/F16

Responsible for supply chain management; accountable to $50 million in warehouse inventory and $72 million of equipment assets

Ensure effective training processes and performance levels standards were created/maintained for 8 different AFSCs and almost 80 personnel

Directed the centralized C2, planning and execution for all deployment operations and distro of cargo and passengers

Allocate available personnel, funds, physical facilities, equipment, etc., to maximize supply function mission effectiveness

Inspector General & Equal Opportunity Officer 2 Lt – Lt. Colonel (1999 – 2013)

Responsible for oversight of base fraud, waste and abuse program

Responsible to ensure avoidance of self-investigations and strengthening of efforts to educate Air Force members and commanders regarding rights of and protection of those contacting the Inspector General

Provided guidance to seniors leaders on handling personnel issues

Responsible for the training of all members of the South Dakota Air National Guard in:

Prevention of Discrimination and Sexual Harassment

Led focus groups & counseled individuals

Traveled to Suriname in 2012 & 2014 to participate in “Women in the Military” events

Medical Supply Technician Technical Sergeant (1992 – 1994)

Responsible for ordering supplies and equipment in addition to maintaining inventory

Traveled to Guam to assist medical supply team and receive additional field training

Pharmacy Technician Technical Sergeant (1990 – 1992)

Dispensed Medications, mixed compounds, kept required records

Traveled to Honduras and assisted in the vaccination of animals

Radiology Technician Staff Sergeant (1986 – 1990)

Performed Diagnostic & Special procedure X-rays

West Virginia Air National Guard www.wv.ngb.army.mil

Equal Opportunity NCO Technical Sergeant 1994–1997

Responsible for the training of all members of the South Dakota Air National Guard in:

Prevention of Discrimination and Sexual Harassment

Led focus groups & counseled individuals

Military Training, Certifications & Other Education:

Radiology Technician - Distinguished Graduate (Air Force)

Pharmacy Operations - (Air Force)

Medical Supply - Honor Graduate (Air Force)

Other notable items:

Meritorious Service Award – January 2015

Family Volunteer Group Committee Member for the South Dakota Air National Guard

Two time participant in the South Dakota National Guard State Partnership Program – Suriname

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