Program Manager Project Management

David Newman, MBA PMP

*****.******.*@*****.*** 770-***-**** Dacula, GA

https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidmnewman/

SUMMARY Accomplished Senior Technical Program Manager with 19 years of experience; adept in leading cross-functional teams and deploying Agile methodologies to deliver strategic initiatives. Proven track record in AI model development, SaaS deployment strategies, and managing multi-million dollar budgets. Seeking to leverage expertise in program execution and stakeholder management in a Senior Technical Program Manager role. WORK EXPERIENCE NTT DATA

Senior Technical Program Manager, Digital Transformation 2022 - 2024

• Led integration of cross-functional teams to deliver strategic initiatives, maintaining alignment with stakeholder objectives and coherence across multiple workstreams.

• Translated client requirements into actionable project plans, employing Agile methodologies to ensure solutions met specified needs.

• Directed the development and launch of an AI model, resulting in a 20% increase in transaction sales in the first year.

• Devised a workforce management SaaS deployment strategy, achieving annual payroll cost savings of $12 million.

MARTA

Senior IT Program Manager, Department of Technology 2020 - 2022

• Directed an IT Project Management Office, ensuring the seamless execution of project-based initiatives and enhancing cross-departmental collaboration.

• Oversaw the adoption and implementation of standard operating procedures and project management frameworks by a team of project managers.

• Managed product backlog and task prioritization for a software analysis team, facilitating the development of a new Point of Sale system RFP.

• Delivered comprehensive program evaluations and progress reports to the Chief Information Officer and other key stakeholders, improving transparency and collaboration.

KORE WIRELESS

Senior Client Manager, Sales 2019 - 2020

• Managed strategic client relationships to enhance retention and create new revenue opportunities.

• Facilitated the closure of a significant agreement, contributing $2M to the company's financial growth.

• Collaborated on proposal development and negotiated contracts up to $1M, integrating additional services to meet client needs. AT&T

Senior Program Manager, Internet of Things (IoT) 2016 - 2019

• Managed the implementation of several IoT solutions, ensuring deployments stayed within a $10M budget across various cities.

• Oversaw product backlog and prioritization, aligning project deliverables with strategic business objectives and directed User Acceptance Testing.

• Provided Executive Leadership with regular project progress updates through detailed qualitative and quantitative presentations. Senior Project Manager, Mobility PMO 2011 - 2016

• Developed and executed a firewall upgrade program, managing budget and resources to ensure uninterrupted service delivery.

• Conducted evaluations to identify process efficiency enhancements, resulting in strategic improvements.

• Provided analytical support and guidance to project managers, enhancing cross-functional collaboration and program success. Senior Project Manager, Consulting & Strategy 2010 - 2010

• Directed the successful launch of key mobile devices, contributing to a 9.9% rise in wireless revenue.

• Coordinated the IT Holiday Readiness Program, delivering critical metrics to executive leadership, aiding in a net gain of 2.8 million wireless subscribers. SCIENTIFIC GAMES

Project Manager, Research & Development 2005 - 2009

• Managed the end-to-end implementation of point-of-sale lottery terminals, resulting in the deployment of systems valued at $5 million.

• Coordinated the integration of hardware and software solutions across 950 retail locations, improving operational efficiency and customer engagement.

• Oversaw the financial management of technology assets and directed software development projects with budgets totaling more than $2.5 million. EDUCATION Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Atlanta, GA

DeVry University

Bachelor of Science: Electronic Engineering of Technology Atlanta, GA

CERTIFICATIONS AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner In Progress, ETA: 2024 Gen AI Foundation Certification 2024

SAFe Product Owner/Manager (POPM) 2023

Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) 2022

Certified Scrum Master (CSM) 2020

Project Management Professional (PMP) 2009

SKILLS C-Level Communication • Emotional Intelligence • Budget Management • Agile Methodologies • Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) • Risk Management and Mitigation • Performance Metrics and KPI Tracking • Change Management • Conflict Resolution and Negotiation • Technical Road Mapping and Planning • Persuasive Skills • Vendor Management • Digital Transformation • Strategy Development & Execution • Leadership • Negotiation • Budgeting • Recruiting • Relationship Building

• Proposal Writing • Problem-Solving • Strategic Planning • Project Management • Cross-Functional Team Leadership • Communication • Risk Management • Technical Understanding • Stakeholder Management • Cross-functional Team Leadership • Continuous Improvement • Budgeting and Forecasting

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