MONA L. HUDAK

ad4xdg@r.postjobfree.com 408-***-**** Beaverton, OR 97007 linkedin.com/in/monahudak

PROFILE SUMMARY

Visionary Senior Program Manager with a track record of over 20 years delivering transformative results in diverse industries. Adept in spearheading Go-To-Market strategies, orchestrating seamless business development initiatives, and providing exceptional cross-functional leadership. Recognized for driving measurable outcomes, enhancing customer experiences, and optimizing global team performance. Skilled in implementing process innovations and cultivating a culture of excellence to exceed organizational goals and elevate project success.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Expert in developing and executing strategic plans to achieve business objectives.

Adept at leading cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Skilled in building strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure project alignment.

Proficient in identifying and mitigating risks to minimize project disruptions.

Experienced in implementing process enhancements to drive operational efficiency.

Skilled at fostering talent, empowering teams, and cultivating a culture of collaboration.

Savvy in driving innovation initiatives to stay ahead of industry trends and challenges.

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

Strategic Planning

Project Management

Team Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Budget Management

Risk Mitigation

Agile Methodologies (CSM, CSPO, SAFe certified)

Program Implementation

Change Management

Compliance Assurance

PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE

CISCO SYSTEMS Business Development Manager, Beaverton, OR 01/2022 to 10/2023

Spearheaded CX GTM Demand Generation Team campaigns targeting key clients, resulting in a remarkable 25% surge in sales revenue for business-critical services.

Pioneered data mining strategies that unearthed 30% more unique service opportunities, surpassing previous campaign successes.

Delivered consistent over-achievement of quarterly forecasts, consistently exceeding sales targets by 20%.

Ensured transparency and executive-level accountability by meticulously monitoring and reporting sales funnel progress.

Served as a Board Member for Women at Cisco/Americas, leading the Attract pillar and providing steadfast onboarding support to new members.

MICROSOFT/ NIKE /CISCO SYSTEMS Sr. Program Manager (Contract Roles), Beaverton, OR 07/2020 to 11/2021

Demonstrated exceptional leadership and operational prowess, ensuring seamless compliance and readiness across diverse projects.

Realized a 15% enhancement in end-to-end process efficiency within contracted timeframes.

Orchestrated and executed strategic initiatives, improving performance metrics through streamlined processes and rigorous performance assessments.

Cultivated robust relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring seamless project alignment and swift resolution of concerns.

Fostered a culture of cross-functional collaboration among sales, product management, and delivery teams, resulting in a cohesive and integrated project environment.

INTEL CORP Open-Source Licensing & Compliance Manager, Hillsboro, OR 06/2018 to 03/2020

Advised various business units on optimal licensing strategies, meticulously reviewing over 1,000 open-source licensing projects annually to safeguard against potential risks and liabilities.

Monitored and ensured compliance with the Security Development Lifecycle (SDL), serving as the key escalation point for focused follow-up on SDL compliance.

Implemented a comprehensive compliance plan, resulting in noteworthy reductions in potential risks, alongside providing proactive coaching, communication, and monitoring.

Project-managed strategic Intel technology solutions for the 2020 Olympic Games, delivering seamless integration and support.

INTEL CORP Senior Technical Program Manager, Hillsboro, OR 02/2015 to 06/2018

Led a global team of 7 Agile developers in executing seamless Workday integrations, facilitating a smooth HR transition for over 100,000 users.

Transformed the team into a Center of Excellence (CoE) by defining a clear vision and providing expert leadership with 24/7 Workday enterprise support.

Oversaw Android releases, streamlining efficiency by 20% while ensuring strict compliance with Google's stringent requirements.

Chaired the 2019 Women at Intel's premier conference, supporting over 700 attendees and hosting high-profile speakers.

CISCO SYSTEMS Senior Program Manager (Contract), San Jose, CA 02/2013 to 02/2015

Managed the design and successful release of the critical front-end commerce portal (CCW), simplifying software and license management processes.

Spearheaded the requirements gathering process and effectively represented the business in the launch of Cisco's Smart Software Licensing model, enhancing customer access and renewal efficiency.

NETAPP Senior Engineering Program Manager, Sunnyvale, CA 02/2011 to 02/2013

Established an innovative early software validation program, significantly improving future program integration and product quality.

Implemented a web-based Phase Review Schedule Tool, reducing administrative overhead by an impressive 40%.

Oversaw all Phase Review requests for release, providing decisive Go/No Go recommendations.

Mentored and instructed NetApp ENG101, nurturing the development of knowledge and skills for over 100 new hires.

Served as Vice-Chair for NetApp Women in Technology, actively promoting diversity and inclusion initiatives

CISCO SYSTEMS Senior Software Release Program Manager, San Jose, CA 06/1998 to 02/2011

Chaired the compliance and governance forum, ensuring meticulous adherence to standards across over 20 platforms.

Orchestrated flawless software releases, managing an average of two hundred commits per 7-week cycle.

Successfully averted a major software security breach, preventing potential patent infringement lawsuits and saving over $500,000.

Authored the de facto Cisco SW Program Manager Guide and Software Workspace User’s Guide, invaluable resources utilized by over 100 employees.

Pioneered Cisco's first Women's Action Network, which evolved into over 45 employee resource groups, garnering corporate wide recognition and featured in Working Mother's Magazine and USA Today.

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS

Master of Science in Management & Leadership, Purdue University Global

Concentration in Project Leadership

Bachelor of Science in Business Management, University of Phoenix

Certified Scrum Master, Scrum Alliance, Badge 593605, expires 3/2026

Certified Scrum Product Owner, Scrum Alliance, Badge 593605, expires 7/2025

RECOGNITIONS

3-time winner of the coveted Teamwork Across Cisco Award.

Recipient of numerous Certification of Achievement awards for outstanding individual performance at

Cisco, NetApp, and Intel.

Resource Optimization

Process Improvement

Data Analysis

Problem-Solving

Technology Management

Team Development

Communication Skills

Go-To-Market Strategy

Continuous Improvement

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