Project Management Digital Transformation
Resume:
ARCHITECTURE
DIGITAL
PRODUCT
STRATEGY
CARNEGIE MELLON
UNIVERSITY
DARREN J. RIZZA
Making Digital Reality
SUMMARY
Visionary chief with a proven track record of developing and executing innovative digital and technology strategies. Skilled in building and leading high-performing, cross-functional teams to drive digital transformation and achieve business objectives. Adept at fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.
● Pioneer of computer aided design (CAD) and building information modeling (BIM) becoming a subject-matter expert in the design and construction industry.
● Deep expertise in emerging technologies such as ai, digital twins, immersive collaboration, gaming engines, and their applications in driving business innovation.
● Developed and executed multi-year strategic roadmaps and financial plans focused on creating, building, and increasing market share, geography expansion, and business acquisitions utilizing workplace culture and digital transformation as the catalysts.
● Highly proficient in portfolio, program, and project management, leading global cross-functional teams, and leveraging data analytics, financials, and insights to inform and optimize outcomes and success.
Subject-matter expert in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction industry consistently staying at the forefront of emerging trends and technologies. Leveraged a comprehensive understanding of architecture, design and delivery, project management, and software development to build knowledge and skill sets.
● Design Strategy: Digital Transformation, Customer Experience, Go-to-market, Business Model Development, Partnerships, Digital Innovation.
● Design Tools and Collaboration: Autodesk’s Architecture, Engineering, Construction portfolio, Bentley Systems, Dassault Catia and Digital Project, Enscape, Epic Games Unreal Engine and TwinMotion. Google Meet, MS Teams, Zoom.
● Financial and Project Management: Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Power BI, Atlassian Jira, HubSpot, Zoho, Salesforce, NetSuite, Deltek VantagePoint.
● Technical and Platform: Agile, DevOps/CI, Data Analysis, UX/UI, CRM, Programming, Usability Testing. Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud.
EXPERIENCE
Vice President - Product
Trezi by SmartVizX
2016 - 2023
Bangalore, Chicago
Design Strategist
Talentstar
2015 - 2023
Chicago
Chief Information Officer
Space Matrix
2011 - 2015
Singapore, India, Thailand
Interim CEO
Satellier
2010
Delhi
Cubellis
Chief Information Officer
2008 - 2009
Chicago, Boston
Principal, AEC Consulting
Autodesk
2008
North America
Chief Information Officer
Skidmore Owings & Merrill LLP
2005 - 2007
Chicago, New York, San Francisco
Chief Information Officer
Swanke Hayden Connell Architects
2002 - 2005
New York, London, Miami
CHICAGO
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EDUCATION
Carnegie Mellon University
Bachelor of Architecture
ARCHITECTURE
DIGITAL
PRODUCT
STRATEGY
CARNEGIE MELLON
UNIVERSITY
DARREN J. RIZZA
Making Digital Reality
Leadership and management
I effectively lead and manage diverse teams, including IT staff, project managers, external vendors, and business stakeholders. My experience in building, motivating and guiding teams is crucial for ensuring that the IT strategy is aligned with business goals.
● Trezi by SmartVizX: Founders/Executive Team, Product Owner
● Space Matrix: Board Member, Management Team
Strategic planning and vision
My track record of developing and implementing IT strategies that support and drive the overall business strategy involves my understanding market trends, anticipating future technological needs, and planning accordingly.
● Trezi by SmartVizX: Trezi MVP, v0.1 - 2.8
● Space Matrix: 5 year Strategic Plan focused on 5 Key Areas: Growth, Communications, Design, Design Technology, and Great Place to Work Technical expertise
My strong foundation in various aspects of IT, including infrastructure, software development, enterprise administration, analytics and data management, is essential and provides the necessary comprehensive understanding for me to make informed decisions.
● Trezi by SmartVizX: Selection, Implementation, and Administration of complete IT for business operations and product development and services.
● Space Matrix: Infrastructure consolidation and integration of 10 offices networked to perform as 1.
Program management
My experience in managing large-scale IT projects, including budgeting, scheduling and risk management, is vital. I have overseen multiple significant projects that involve cross-functional teams and substantial investments.
● Trezi by SmartVizX: MS Azure platform implementation for product development as member of Microsoft ScaleUp Cohort for India based Startups
● Space Matrix: SAP Implementation for Finance and Workplace Project and Construction Management
Business acumen
My knowledge of the core functions of the business, from finance and hr to marketing and sales, is crucial and helps me partner with business unit leaders and align IT initiatives with business objectives and communicate the value of IT investments to stakeholders.
● Trezi by SmartVizX: Business Development, Sales, and Marketing of Product
● Space Matrix: Building a Culture of Learning and Growth achieving Great Place to Work certification
Change management
Technology is continually evolving, and I am adept at leading change. This includes managing the human side of change when implementing new technologies or processes.
● Trezi by SmartVizX: Managing Product Pivots during early stages of development’
● Space Matrix: Implementation of Building Information Modeling software moving design and delivery from 2D CAD to 3D BIM
Industry knowledge
My understanding the specific challenges, regulatory requirements and competitive landscape of the industry in which my company operates allows me to tailor IT strategies that provide a competitive edge.
● Trezi by SmartVizX: Building Product Manufacturing and Product Selection in building design and construction
● Space Matrix: Integrating a western design and construction mindset with an Asian and South Asian workforce
CHICAGO
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linkedin/darrenjrizza
ARCHITECTURE
DIGITAL
PRODUCT
STRATEGY
CARNEGIE MELLON
UNIVERSITY
DARREN J. RIZZA
Making Digital Reality
Customer-centric mindset
In my organizations, IT directly impacts the customer experience. I understand customer needs and how technology can enhance customer satisfaction and engagement.
● Trezi by SmartVizX: My professional experience as an architect allowed me to be a Voice of the Customer for product development
● Space Matrix: Development of digital multi-channel design presentation for sales and BD.
Innovation and continuous learning
Technology is one of the fastest-evolving fields, and as a successful CIO, I am committed to my ongoing learning and open to exploring innovative solutions.
● Trezi by SmartVizX: My own fast and successful shift to the Product Owner/Product Development/StartUp mindset based on years of continuous learning and process adoption
● Space Matrix: Learning the cultures of India, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam were critical to achieving any success.
Communication skills
I effectively communicate with all levels of the organization, from technical teams to board members. I am always translating complex IT concepts into understandable business terms and persuading others of the value of IT initiatives.
● Trezi by SmartVizX: Launching a new product built on new technology creating new ways of working with new tech hardware required my written, spoken, and graphic skills for its immediate and fast success
● Space Matrix: Achieving success on all projects where English is not the native language.
CHICAGO
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