LISA KOTASEK, PMP, CSM, CSPO, SFC, CKF, ATF

Bloomington • 952-***-**** • ad0a6d@r.postjobfree.com

Senior Project Manager – Technical Project Leadership & Consulting

Strong Background in Methodologies, Multiple Awards For Service & Excellence

Accomplished Senior Technical Project Management Professional and Certified Scrum Master with a Master of Business Communication with 10+ years of experience as a consultant, delivering successful project outcomes for diverse industries. PMP-certified with expertise in project management methodologies strongly focusing on engagement outcomes. Proven ability to optimize project schedules, manage risk, and build client relationships. Accomplished in leading virtual teams across multiple time zones and countries. Specialized in Agile and Scrum methodologies, driving change and continuous improvement. Proficient in technical project management, M365 implementations, and e-business solutions. Adept at adapting to dynamic environments, demonstrated by accelerated testing in a SAP upgrade project and launching projects virtually during COVID-19 disruptions. Seeking to leverage experience and skills to drive transformative projects and foster innovation. History of leading teams across five countries, securing the project team's induction into the 2021 Hall of Fame.

Signature Strengths & Skills

Planning, Roadmaps & Milestones for Projects • Technical Consulting • Technical Project Management

Quality Assurance/Control • M365 Implementations • Scrum/Agile Delivery Methodology • Client Relationship Building

Project Lifecycle Management • Software Requirements Gathering • Process Documentation • User Acceptance Testing

Large-Scale IT Systems Implementations • Test Development, Schedule & Execution • Technology Risk Management

Stakeholder Relationships • Team Development, Mentoring & Management • Change Management • Virtual Team Leadership

Professional Experience

TURNBERRY SOLUTIONS – Minneapolis, MN 2022 – 2023

Principal Consultant / Senior Project Manager

Revamped SAP upgrade project, expediting testing and aligning with the original timeline.

Prioritized SAP upgrades within simultaneous projects, ensuring on-time launch.

Implemented restructured daily call series, including value stream leads, resulting in accelerated testing.

Successfully managed four complex projects concurrently using the client's tailored stage and gate processes.

Orchestrated diverse projects, including an SAP upgrade, Next Generation Data Lake implementation, UI Path Cloud Migration, and an Ethanol Marketing Agreement.

Ensured seamless execution and alignment with client expectations while coordinating project teams and resources.

Demonstrated solid multitasking and organizational skills in completing all four projects within designated timeframes.

Cultivated strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to meet project objectives and deliverables.

AVANADE, INC – Minneapolis, MN 2019 – 2022

Group Manager, Program and Project Management, Certified Delivery Lead Project Manager/Delivery Lead

Led and managed the largest virtual project team, comprising over 50 members across five countries and six time zones.

Mobilized operations smoothly in a large Healthcare facility during the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Received notable recognition for outstanding project outcomes, resulting in the project team's induction into the FY2021 North America Hall of Fame based on exceptional results.

DELIVERY LEAD PROJECTS – South Fl, MN, AZ 1/2020 – 9/2020

Delivery Lead, Regional Hospital, 2/2020-9-2020

Strategically executed virtual M365 implementation, ensuring project completion within budget and timeline.

Adapted teams from onsite to virtual, ensuring seamless project execution during COVID-19.

Oversaw project budget and resource allocation, ensuring cost-effective delivery.

Delivery Lead, Multi-State Care Clinic, 1/2020-2/2020

Spearheaded and completed M365 implementation within weeks, optimizing project timeline.

Coordinated daily deployments to accelerate project completion.

Ensured cross-functional collaboration, streamlining project communication and execution.

DAUGHERTY BUSINESS SOLUTIONS – Bloomington, MN 2013 – 2018

Senior Consultant/Project Manager/Scrum Master/Agile Transformation Coach /Certified Scrum Master/Certified Scrum Product Owner/ Agile Team Facilitator Project Manager/Certified

Scrum Master / Solutions Architect / Agile Transformation

Successfully managed and delivered medium to large projects and programs, ensuring on-time completion and meeting objectives.

Met and managed client expectations within agile projects, ensuring alignment with project scope and goals.

Proactively communicated crucial program/project insights to stakeholders, enhancing transparency and informed decision-making.

Empowered and fostered self-organization within teams, leading to increased cross-functional collaboration and innovative problem-solving.

Linen Services, Scrum Master and Agile Transformation Coach, 2/2018-11/2018

Guided the EIM Team during the AmeriPride and Aramark merger, ensuring seamless Scrum and Agile adoption.

Led Aramark EIM Roadmap team, driving initiatives that yielded multiple new project opportunities.

Facilitated kaizen sessions, resolving inefficiencies, and presented recommendations to the Data Governance Team.

Pharmacy Benefits Management Organization, Business Solutions Architect (Consultant), 2013-2018 (6 teams)

Delivered optimized and next-generation web solutions, leading a $150M+ capability build-out for the largest pharmacy merger.

Coordinated implementations with internal business units, standardizing Benefits Setup for the industry's largest PBM.

Developed IT solutions with Architecture and execution teams, successfully retiring a 23-year-old system with a $55M project.

Earlier Career History

Project Manager - e-business, The Toro Company, 2010 to 2013

Project Manager, RMG Connect/James Walter Thompson, 2009 to 2010

Senior Interactive Project Manager, The Lacek Group (Division of Ogilvy One), 2008 to 2009

Interactive Project Manager, Tenth Floor Interactive (Merger – NKA Bridgeline Digital), 2007 to 2008

Marketing Project Manager, Uponor, Inc.

Marketing Communications Specialist, Uponor, Inc.

Retail Channel Marketing Manager, Fortis Financial Group

Education & Certifications

Master of Business Communication, University of St. Thomas

Master Certificate Advanced Project Management, University of St. Thomas

Master Certificate Project Management, University of Wisconsin - Madison

Bachelor of Arts in Marketing Communications, Metropolitan State University

Associates of Applied Science in Small Business Management, Normandale Community College

Certifications & Training

Project Management Institute Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

Scrum Alliance Certified Scrum Master Scrum Alliance Certified Product Owner

Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification Scaled Agile® SAFe® Agilist (SA) Certification

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