Project Management

ATIBA HARRIS, CAPM, MS

Plantation, FL ***** 754-***-**** *****.*********@*****.***

PROFILE

Dedicated, results-oriented Business Analyst and Project Management Professional with demonstrated strengths in Business/Systems Analysis, Complex Problem Management, Risk Identification/Management, Testing, Reporting, Change Management, Quality Initiatives, Project Management, Technical Writing/Documentation, and Training. Background includes experience in Human Resources and Information Technology Systems. Participated in all phases of business critical project development from requirements definition to post implementation support with remarkable deadline sensitivity. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to translate between business-focused and technical-focused stakeholders at all levels to ensure advancement of projects. Able to negotiate effectively in a manner that achieves desired outcomes and promotes strong partnerships. Extremely organized, team player with proven ability to meet and/or exceed internal and client demands, expectations and deadlines. Able to deliver projects on-time and within budget. EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), Project Management Institute (PMI) Master of Science Degree in Project Management, Keller Graduate School of Management, Miramar, FL Bachelor of Science Degree in Management Studies, University of the West Indies, Bridgetown, Barbados Associate of Science Degree in Computer Studies, Barbados Community College, Bridgetown, Barbados PROJECT EXPERIENCE

Keller Graduate School of Management Capstone Project 02/2012 - 04/2012 n Team Member–SME, Schedule Development & Control Developed an in-depth project plan for a fictitious company to establish an international presence and increase their sales. Ø Created a detailed Work Breakdown Structure and schedule outline for all necessary tasks, milestones and timeframes required to accomplish the expansion plan using MS Project. Ø Prepared documents including the Project Charter and Project Scope Statement resulting in the successful development of the expansion plan.

Ø Consistently monitored and updated project documents to ensure project accuracy. Assisted with the development of a comprehensive change control plan to adapt to any budgetary or schedule related anomalies that occurred throughout the project. Ø Managed and maintained the project schedule and budget to the specified requirements. Barbados Community College Course Project 01/2006 - 05/2006 n Project Leader

Created a fully functional database and website for a fictitious clothing store, whereby the database served as a tracking system to monitor the inventory of over 50 types of women clothing. Ø Developed the website to facilitate the successful marketing of the company through the use of Adobe Dreamweaver. Ø Prepared documents including the Project Charter and the Project Scope Statement resulting in the successful development of the database and website.

RELATED PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Stonegate Bank (formerly Community Bank of Broward) Weston, FL 08/2012 - Present n Analyst/Underwriter

Responsible for conducting complex credit investigations and analyzing diverse credit information in support of quality loan origination, analysis, processing and reporting for commercial loans and lines of credit. Emphasis on minimizing company risk. Ø Analyze credit data and financial statements to determine the degree of risk involved in extending credit or lending money. Ø Review individual or commercial customer files to identify and select delinquent accounts for collection. Ø Confer with credit association and other business representatives to exchange credit information. Ø Complete loan documentation including credit analyses, summaries of loan proposals, and loan reviews/renewals, prior to submitting to loan committees for approval.

Ø Evaluate customer records and recommend payment plans based on earnings, savings data, payment history and purchase activity. Atiba Harris, CAPM, MS 754-***-**** *****.*********@*****.*** Page Two RELATED PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE - (CONTINUED)

DeVry University Miramar, FL 08/2011 - 04/2012

n Student Services Activities Coordinator

Implemented plans for student service events and activities including ordering necessary materials, scheduling speakers, reserving space, and handling other administrative details.

Ø Planned and implemented various projects including formulating the school newsletter, developing marketing flyers, and planning school events under strict schedules and deadlines. Ø Consistently provided the highest quality services while meeting/exceeding deadlines and quality/performance requirements. Barbados Light & Power Company Ltd. Bridgetown, Barbados 10/2009 - 04/2011 n Human Resources Assistant

Worked on a temporary basis assisting with orientation, training, benefits administration and personnel records for newly hired staff. Ø Prepared invoices, reports, memos, letters, financial statements and other documents as requested. Ø Conducted research, compiled data, and prepared papers for consideration and presentation by supervisors. Ø Researched and prepared the necessary provisions for training programs. Identified venues, booked travel arrangements, registered employees for training programs, and created training manuals. Ø Formulated and updated employee job records to ensure accurate job descriptions. Ø Communicated project status updates between several departments. Ø Screened and shortlisted potential job candidates, based on résumés and position requirements. Ministry of Labor Bridgetown, Barbados 01/2006 - 05/2006 n Computer Support Specialist/Intern

Provided end-user support for users responsible for installing, maintaining, configuring, and upgrading computer systems including onsite troubleshooting and repair of server hardware and integration of new equipment. Ø Answered inquiries regarding computer software or hardware operation and resolved issues achieving a 90% success rate. Ø Installed and performed repairs to hardware, software or peripheral equipment, following design or installation specifications. Ø Assisted with the development of the company’s intranet including designing and building the website layout. VOLUNTEER WORK

Project Management Institute Virtual 03/2015 - Present n Schedule Developer

Draft preliminary Templates and timelines for United Way to utilized for the development of a Non-Profit program COMPUTER/TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

Proficient in MS Office Suite (Project, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, Word, and Excel) as well as Adobe Suite of products

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