Project Manager Management
Resume:
DEREK M.l. Thomas
** ***** ****** ***** ( New Orleans, LA 70131 ( Mobile 504-***-****
(E-mail ********@****.***
Website Design ~ Project Management ~ Marketing/Advertising Specialist
Education
Bachelor of Science in Sociology (2010),
Associate in Business, Marketing and Computer Science
NICHOLLS STATE UNIVERSITY, Thibodaux, LA
High School Diploma (2004)
FORK UNION MILITARY ACADEMY, Fork Union, Virginia
Professional Experience
Crunch Time Events (February 2012-Present)
New Orleans, LA
Owner/Project Manager/Technology Consultant/Event Coordinator
o Played a key role in the executive leadership of the company, raising
over $250,000 in start-up funding to launch a new business technology
venture, growing revenues to $200,000 and are in the process of selling
the start-up's technology to a larger organization.
o Co-authored business plan and created financial model to present to
investors.
o Presented plan to angel investors, venture capitalists and CEOs of large
public companies.
o Helped determine corporate strategic business direction, built and
managed a full-time staff of 17 people.
o Provides assistance with the management and administration of technology
design projects which include: layout design, cost-risk analysis, and
hardware/software consulting.
o Responsible and accountable for the coordinated management of multiple
related projects directed toward strategic business and other
organizational objectives.
o Build credibility, establish rapport, and maintain communication with
stakeholders at multiple levels, including those external to the
organization.
o Define and initiate projects, and assign Project Managers to manage cost,
schedule, and performance of component projects, while working to ensure
the ultimate success and acceptance of the program.
o Maintain continuous alignment of program scope with strategic business
objectives, and make recommendations to modify the program to enhance
effectiveness toward the business result or strategic intent.
o Present periodic Dashboard reports on the current program, future
opportunities and client issues.
o Managed client engagement services and solution implementations.
o Provided business consulting, knowledge expertise in strategic
performance management methodologies, process assessment work, and the
application of technologies to business.
o Mentored staff in methodology and consulting excellence and encouraged
best practice in project management and project planning.
o Managed budget for the organization to influence organization's financial
profitability.
o Proactively managed systems development, implementation and risk.
Kimmie Talk Consulting LLC (January 2011-Present)
New Orleans, LA
Technology Consultant/Motivational Speaker/Event Coordinator
o Provides coaching, quantitative and qualitative analyses services to
nonprofits, small businesses, corporations, and government agencies to
improve their operation's productivity.
o Researching and identifying foundation, corporate and government funding
sources, and assist with producing the final proposal.
Giobyte Advertising (November 2011-Present)
New Orleans, LA
Marketing Director/Event Coordinator/Web Designer & Computer Technology
Consultant
o Executive-level contributor and recently part of five-person team
responsible for launching a venture-funded company that is in the process
of selling its technology to a larger organization.
o Wrote formal marketing plans and formulated pricing schedules for product
launches.
o Identified and managed the marketing organization's key external business
partner relationships.
o Developed media plans, managed online campaigns, implemented affiliate
marketing plans, created sales collateral and online product
demonstrations,
o Served as Data Security Administrator for Compliance Regulatory Division
Tunez R Us Electronics (Jan. 2008-Dec. 2011)
New Orleans, LA
Co-Owner/Web Designer/Marketing Manager /Event Coordinator
o Coordinated Car Club events and competitions
o Developed and maintained intranet and Internet for Company Websites
utilizing Dream weaver, HTML, Flash and PhotoShop.
o Performed validation of completed sites including the debugging and
testing of code.
o Developed and designed user-friendly interface for online programs, multi-
media systems and web-driven e-mail.
o Created graphics including icons and logos using Fireworks and PhotoShop.
o Installed shopping carts by use of CGI scripts for business client
websites.
o Facilitated training on the use of programs such as Fireworks and Dream
Weaver.
o Analyzed market and identified opportunities.
o Sold electronic devices in the educational market.
o Qualified needs, assessed leads, recommended solutions, negotiated
pricing and contracts.
o Maintained a detailed database of prospects and current customers.
o Grew accounts 80% within the first year.
ES&H, Houma, LA
May 2006
. Field Tech Supervisor
. Cleaned oil spills, yard work, loaded trucks with environmental equip.
Skills and Certifications
Computer Programming Skills
o Graphics Tools: Macromedia Flash, Macromedia Fireworks, Adobe
Photoshop, Adobe PageMaker, Adobe Illustrator, 3D Max, Bryce 3D
o Office Package: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access,
Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook Express
o Operating Systems: Windows9X, Windows2000, Windows ME, Windows XP,
Windows Vista, Linux, Unix
Project Management Skills
o Excellent communication and organizational skills to foster positive
work environment
o Result driven project management professional with a proven track
record to deliver projects on time
o Strong team building and relationship management skills
ExTracurricular ACTIVITIES
Student Mentor/Motivational Speaker
Team You Support Group
New Orleans, LA
(Aug. 2012-Present)
Study Abroad Business Student
San Jose, Costa Rica
(May 2010-June 2010)
College Football Team Member
Nicholls State University
(Aug. 2004-Dec. 2006)
PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES
Dr. James Butler
Associate Professor and Department Head of Sociology
Nicholls State University
Curtis Baham
Owner/Operator
Baham Nursery and Baham Special Events
Giorgio Leonardo Cosenza Botr n
Giobyte Advertising
New Orleans, LA
Katie Stevenson
PVX/ General Manager
Dallas, TX
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