Vincent Forino, PMP, PMI-ACP, CSM
N. Bellmore, NY 11710
acuow0@r.postjobfree.com
EXPERIENCE
*/**** – Present Agile Coach
DW Partners
Created environment suitable to sustaining agile development practices using Scrum framework
Held seminars and one-on-one coaching sessions to inform team members what is expected of them and how to act agile
Demonstrated new reporting standards to senior management and explained differences from previous method
Coached team through Scrum development cycle including step by step instructions for Scrum Master and Product Owner
1/2014 – 2/2015
Via TCS
Express Scripts Senior Technical Project Manager
Worked with C-Level Executives asking for Project approval for issues which the team forecasted to affect business in the next 5 years caused by the merger of Express Scripts and Medco
Managed Footprint reduction of the Legacy Mainframe system while working and managing multiple vendors
Provided weekly updates to business utilizing graphs & charts demonstrating MIPs reduction and overall project progress
Created and maintained Project plan in MS Project and updated Custom SharePoint interface for resource management
Liaison with Business and Legal team to determine if data from applications was eligible or required for Archival
Coordinated with Business users and Development team to design and test custom Crystal Reports queries intended to replace functionality of retired applications which have had their data archived to IBM Optim
2012 – 2014
Taproot Foundation Project Manager
Provide Pro-Bono services for Non Profit companies utilizing Agile methodology in setting up Salesforce solutions
Define the business requirements for the project and ensure that the Non Profits business needs are fulfilled
Responsible for developing the training manual for the Non Profit and ensuring all key members received training
Acted as the primary day-to-day point of contact with a nonprofit client and leader of pro bono consultant team
Owned the project schedule, ensured effective task delegation, and managed regular communication
2011 – 2014 Project Manager / Business Analyst
VRF Consulting
Worked with Vendors to off-shore various IT and research related task resulting in a cost reduction of 60% for client
Developed outlines for startup websites including cost analysis, time estimates, and launch criteria
Evaluated different shopping cart solutions such as OpenCart, Magento, ShopSite as well as hosted solutions
Established VoIP solution to reducing costs and increasing up-time in office communications
Create and maintain project and infrastructure documentation for new and established clients
Provide clients with detailed reports utilizing advanced Excel formulas regarding future positioning of distressed assets
2009 – 2010 Program Manager
Domain Properties
Planned and implemented feeder websites which were targeted to improve web placement for the different business units
Designed and implemented file storage system for International Desk to catalog all previous work
Created Excel Financial projections using current and forecasted market data
Drafted communications for both the Buying and Selling sides during transactions
Implemented Templates for both MS Word and Power Point presentations for the Sales Team to utilize
2007 – 2009 Program Manager / Scrum Master
Lend America
Maintain continuous alignment of program scope with strategic business objectives; made recommendations to modify the program to enhance effectiveness towards strategic intent using Agile principles
Worked with messaging team to have all incoming faxes be received digitally as a .Pdf attachment to employees
Planned, managed and executed proprietary Mortgage origination application which reduced paper by 75%
Implemented Salesforce.com CRM system to retain customer loyalty, leverage referrals and take advantage of impending refinance market.
2004 – 2007 Senior Project Manager
Pfizer Inc.
Coordinated the data of various EMR systems of CDO’s acquired via merger to a single format utilizing SQL and TOAD
Liaise with multiple divisions to understand their needs and managed multiple projects using ADM, CPM and DPM
Devised a paperless submission process to the FDA reducing case submission time by 30%
Coordinated the testing portion of a firm wide initiative to deploy Windows XP
Gathered requirements from key Stakeholders regarding upcoming SharePoint implementation
Perform cost benefit analyses to determine the viability of current and future initiatives
Managed business requirements and resolved issues while using effective change management processes.
Planned and implemented migration of users to a single auditable Server for use in a legal case
2001 – 2004 Project Manager
Pfizer Inc.
Managed the rollout of 100mb Ethernet system upgrading over 800 workstations
Evaluated new technologies and established communications with vendor network
Lead migration of network resources from Novell Netware to a Windows operating system
Developed an InfoBase giving technicians a central repository to share experiences and innovations
Planned, implemented and maintained Intranet sites designed to reduce external traffic of sensitive data
Implemented single password technology streamlining user accounts across technology platforms
2000 – 2001 Integration Associate
Infinity Consulting Group, LLC
Originated a division focused on Managed Systems Integration and Web Design & Development
Grew division through acquisition of small companies in the systems integration sector
Procured contract to be the single US representative for Internolix who creates pre-packed Ecommerce software
Gathered and collected requirements resulting in detailed business rules, functional requirements and process design.
Responsible for hiring guidelines ensuring appropriate skill sets and attitude
Architected an information security plan which closed holes in confidential data networks
1998 – 2000 Team Leader
Continuum Health Care
Manage 20+ technicians in a Y2K project which spanned 6 sites and over 9,000 workstations
Coordinated pickup and delivery of hardware on a daily basis to maximize limited storage space
Authored technician scripts for everyday use reducing human error and increasing efficiency
CERTIFICATIONS – (2015) Attained CSM certification (2015) Attained Cloud University certification (2015) Attained PMI-ACP certification (2012) Attained PMP certification (2004) Attained MCSE Certification