Stephanie McGhee-Walker
**** *** ***** **** **** 770-***-**** (C)
Powder Springs, GA 30127 E-mail: srmwalker@
gmail.com/ *********@**.***
Objective Seeking opportunity in Client Relations, Business Management and/or Technology.
Experience in Account Management, Finance, Sales, Professional Services.
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Experience managing staff onsite and offsite.
Summary of •
Certifications in Telecommunications, Database Management, Project Management and industry
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Qualifications
standard Storage solutions.
Extensive understanding of information technology products, services, hardware and software.
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Additional proficiencies are in project managed focused on the software development lifecycle (SDLC)
experience.
Experience with various Reporting tools, Project Management tools, Operations Systems, Storage
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Solutions.
Consultant
May 2007 to Present The Tech Girl Atlanta, GA.
Professional
Consulting Company with a focus on delivering solutions in the following areas: Consulting, Solutions
Experience Design, Technical Support, Web Design and Web Hosting. Also offers Marketing Solutions in creating
Business Plans, Marketing Strategies, Gather feedback for customer satisfaction, product ideas, sales
feedback, pricing, promotions, and other marketing programs. Additionally, we offer Project Management
services which focus’ on PMBOK and CMMI procedures allowing us to get that hard to manage project in
on time and under budget.
Client Relations Manager
October 2007 to November 2011 SunGard Higher Education Atlanta, GA.
Key leadership role which encompassed business growth, successful service delivery, and customer
satisfaction. Performed several critical functions: Built professional relationship with Clients, Growing the
Business: Developed and Executed an Account Growth Strategy. Worked with Market Unit Sales
Executives to gain brand recognition. Worked with Project Managers to ensure Consultant utilization stays
above 90%. Provided Quality Assurance to clients by serving as the SunGard Higher Education liaison for
all territory affairs. Achieved Customer Satisfaction through delivering consistent results among clients in
Georgia. Delivered contracted commitments on time and within expected budget. Provided Financial
Account Management by negotiating terms that fit both corporate and client standards.
Project Manager
April 2006 to October 2007 ACS Government Healthcare Solutions Atlanta, GA
Managed assigned group of Project Support Staff who provide on-site project management/administrative
support and coordination to various contract(s), project(s) or task(s). Participated in the introduction and
implementation of overall Affiliated Computer Services operating standards, practices, and procedures.
Established internal controls and monitors activities of staff to ensure operating quality. Coordinated
project support for start-up and shutdown. Created, compiled and updated status reports, work plan,
action/issues log. Provided documentation backup for Project Notebook, which supports Capability
Maturity Model Integrity practices. Provided information for project planning, status reporting, and issue
resolution and risk management. Interface with Team Leaders, both internal customers and client, to
obtain weekly updates on project status. End project procedures include facilitating Lessons Learned
procedures. Additional responsibilities included role as the SharePoint Administrator for Pharmacy
Benefits Management division.
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Technology Consultant (contract)
September 2005 to April 2006 The Sunrise Group Birmingham, AL.
Assisted with all aspects of implementations including (but not limited to): solution design, business rule
development, user interface configuration, external system integration, user and supplier set-up, client
change management, technical / end-user training and project management which assisted in a successful
merger data centers and company assets of Bleu House Data Processing and The Sunrise Group. Acted as
a liaison between the customer and various groups within these two organizations such as Technical
Support, Sales, and Product Management.
Implementation Consultant (contract)
February 2005 to September 2005 Dow Jones Reuters LLC. Atlanta, GA.
Product training and development for existing client base on Factiva products and services. Conducted
product demonstrations and implementation of software rollouts into new and/or existing accounts. Held
regular executive briefings with CIO and CEO’s in order to keep them current, to exchange ideas and
ultimately, to identify growth opportunities for local sales teams. Identified and mobilized internal
resources to maximize revenue opportunities and ensure customer issues are handled consistently and
effectively.
Storage Consultant –BrightStor Product Brand, Academic Vertical
July 2003-January 2005 Computer Associates Tampa, FL.
Developed designs for qualified BrightStor opportunities for and/or delivery to customers to be included in
proposals, statements of work, and detailed implementation plans, ensuring critical architectural
requirements are maintained throughout implementation when design changes are made and ensuring
technical continuity for customer from pre-sales to completion of delivery. Gathered customer
requirements and translating to presales conceptual design and detailed implementation specifications,
reviewing designs as requested by the Architecture community and mentoring architects within the
geography.
Relationship Manager
June 2001-February 2003 Total System Services (TSYS) - E-Business Services Columbus, GA.
Worked with Sales, Technical, Development and Implementation teams to solidify new business and
ensure successful implementation and support of credit care and hosting services through software
development lifecycle. Maintained ongoing relationships by providing technical assistance, reviewing
budget and web hosting contracts and logistics. Provided complex issue resolution, project management,
cross-functional team leadership, client training seminars, client advisory board conferences, extranet
information, maintaining Service Level Agreements, up selling, providing adhoc reports and status
reporting.
Channel Account Manager
December 2000-July 2001 Telemate Software Dunwoody, GA.
Found, recruited and sold one and two-tier Internet networking vendors in a multi-state (mid-west)
territory. Daily activities included demonstrations of the NetSpective software and hardware products and
it unique fusion with the Crystal Reporting engine. Provided comprehensive Internet usage reporting for
exceptionally large volumes of network device logs. Established services lead generation, sales support to
reseller accounts, solution development, presentation/reseller sales training delivery, relationship
development/maintenance; trade shows/marketing efforts and doing product demonstrations. Additional
responsibilities included working directly with end user referral accounts. Traveled up to 30% nationally.
Software: Proficient in all Microsoft Product suites: Excel, MS Project, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint,
Visio and Word. Lotus Product suites: Collaboration and Application tools. Reporting tools: Crystal
Computer Experience
Reports. Internet Browsers: Firefox, Internet Explorer and Safari. Diagramming Applications:
SmartDraw Storage Products: BrightStor Product line Operating Systems: Linux, Windows and OS/2
Warp. Hardware: Compaq/HP, IBM, Dell, Toshiba, and Sun. Programming Languages: Java
Database: SQL Server Additional skills include: Web Design, Web Hosting, WBS Chart Pro, Business
Continuity Planning, Cloud services, Disaster Recovery Planning, SaaS, and Risk Mitigation.Working
knowledge of: HTML, JavaScript. Experience with relational databases and data warehouses.
University of Montevallo, Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
Colorado Technical University, Masters of Science, Information Technology Management
Education
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Awards Received
IBM Marketing Excellence Award
IBM Olympic Gold Award
IBM Customer Service Award, Commendation from Vice President of IBM Americas
IBM Wall of Fame, Customer Service
Most Valuable Player, Q1 BrightStor Product Brand, Computer Associates
Eagle Team of the Month, ACS Government Healthcare Solutions, Ohio JFS Project
AM Jazz Club, SunGard Higher Education, 2008, 2010
IBM Large Systems Training Certificate
IBM Credit Corporation Internet Lease Training Certificate
Certifications/Training
University of Pioneer Training Program
Solutions Selling, Lotus Development Corporation
Telemate NetSpective Reporter utilizing Crystal Reporting Engine/NetSpective WebFilter Specialist
TSYS Bankcard Processing Course
Computer Associates Storage Training 1
Computer Associates Storage Training 2
Colorado Technical University Database Management Certificate
Colorado Technical University Networking and Telecommunication Certificate
Colorado Technical University Systems Analysis and Integration Certificate
Colorado Technical University Project Management Certificate
Software Lifecycle Management (SLIM) Certificate