Project Manager

Project Coordinator

Profile Overview

Project Planning & Analysis Intuitive and versatile project management

professional with expansive multidisciplinary

Internal and External experience complemented with thorough understanding

Communication of regulatory-related issues and contract management

Strategic Negotiation functions. Demonstrated strategic planning ability

Scheduling / Prioritization and skills in leading teams, coordinating with

of Tasks cross-functional departments, streamlining project

Quality Assurance and execution and developing procedures to maximize

Compliance cost-efficiency. Dedicated in achieving and providing

Cross-functional initiatives that surpass customer / company

Collaboration expectations. Knowledgeable in SAP and experienced in

Project Documentation contract analysis and resolution of complex project

Resolution of Issues management issues.

Professional Experience (Please note that the following three companies

were under a single employer)

Consultant Cho & Na CPA, PC-Ridgefield, NJ (Aug

2009-July 2010)

Manage client relations and project contract agreements; serving as a

subject matter expert on legal matters concerning client lawsuits.

Developed negotiation strategies for settlements; built productive working

relationships; and capitalized on all opportunities from solo practitioners

to major law firms.

* Focal point of contact and strategic advisor who provide guidance to

clients on their transactions with their attorneys; analyzing and

aligning legal action on behalf of clients

* Strategized negotiation and settled nearly $450,000 in favor of the

company's CPA clients facing financial difficulty

* Directed timely completion of 22 home loan modifications saving them

from losing their homes which were in foreclosure

* Managed and outmaneuvered the challenges of complex collection effort

including the release of the escrow funds that have been held 8

months; completed and enabled release in 30 days

Product and Market Nevico Ltd-Ridgefield, NJ (Jun 2007-July

Researcher/Coordinator 2010)

Manage and streamline marketing and research initiatives for Liquified

Natural Gas Vehicular Tank Development. Conduct market analysis and

assessment on current industry competition to optimize the development and

delivery of the highest performing LNG tank. Administer and ensure accuracy

in various ad-hoc file and reports including letters of credit.

* Secured feasible partnership agreements involving exchange of

proprietary technology while retaining full ownership of the business

* Researched and created partnerships with aeronautical company to

develop custom gauging instrumentation

* Lead liaison between product engineer and management; coordinated

design and application of various components

* Created the 2nd device currently available in the market of its kind

at 20% less than the competition

Project Manager UB One Properties-Palisades Park, NJ (Dec

2005-Sep 2008)

Developed and aligned plans, as well as coordinated the construction of a

$2M office building. Functioned as liaison between architect and engineers

and created request for bid packages. Streamlined hiring and coordination

with more than 26 contractors. Developed and ensured timely completion of

weekly reports for submission to owner. Organized schedules and monitored

project milestones.

* Successfully completed the project $150K less than the lowest general

contractor bid by personally managing the project despite not having

prior experience

* Served as the key point of contact between governmental organization

for approvals and inspections including environmental contamination

* Took the initiative to independently learn MS Project to track and

plan all project phases

Asian American Outreach Coordinator Corzine for Governor-New Brunswick, NJ

(Jul-Oct 2005)

Communicated and utilized industry-wide connections to promote support for

Senator John Corzine's candidacy. Facilitated and ensured coordination in

campaign and support efforts from local political organization.

* Played an integral role as part of the first independently funded 100k

outreach program for Asian Americans

* Developed support relationships with leaders of major community

organizations while working through the politics of all of theses

organization personal conflicts with each other.

* Recruited more than 40 campaign volunteers

* Encouraged volunteers and participants and successfully delivered

upscale volume of supporters from across county lines to major state-

wide events

General Manager Lisa Page-West New York, NJ (Dec

2000-Jan 2002)

Managed and maintained integrity of retail operations and daily store

functions and activities. Participated in developing sales and marketing

strategies and operational plans; administered and maintained general

ledger and streamlined supply management functions.

* Effectively managed and motivated employees as well as developed

procedures to improve retail functions

* Maximized cost efficiency by sourcing for alternative suppliers

* Instituted strategic sales and marketing campaigns, such as the lowest

priced cell phone in the market to drive traffic and awareness for the

most profitable areas of the business which were beepers

* Ramped up revenue and profits by 20%

Education

SAP Financial Accounting (Ongoing)

Michael Management-San Diego, CA

Graduate Level Certificate in Construction Management ? 2006-2007

New Jersey Institute of Technology-Newark, NJ

(BA) Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts ? 2000-2005

Rutgers University-Newark, NJ

Professional Training

* Introduction to SAP 2010

* SAP Project System (PS) 2010

* Series 6 License 2002

* Oracle Data Base Training 2002

Activities

Management of various projects: Part of the Korean American Junior Chamber

* Fundraiser through speed dating ($4K donation to Asian American Arts)

* Feed the Homeless

* Visit to children's orphanage

* Annual inauguration ceremony

* Training of new officers

Awards and Honors

U.S. Congressional Certificate for Recognition

For significant contributions to the state as the Vice President of Korean

American Junior Chamber in 2004

U.S. Senatorial Proclamation

In recognition of (KAJC)'s contributions to the State 2005

Technical Skills

MS Office, MS Project, MS Access, QuickBooks, and SAP.

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