Project Manager Management

Tom Erickson CAPM

+*** 096-***-**** Phnom Penh, Cambodia

***.********@**.*** https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamtomerickson/

Project Manager

Results-driven professional with extensive experience in project management, executive & corporate training, event production, and business development. Adept at leading teams, managing complex operations, and delivering impactful learning solutions. Proven track record in consulting, marketing, and international business strategy.

Core Proficiencies

•Communications Management

•Program & Project Management

•Corporate Training & Learning Solutions

•Business Planning & Strategy

•Business Operations & Marketing

•Staff Training & Development

•Liaison & Mentoring

•Event Management

•Public Relations

Career Experience

Project Manager Deep Space Dynamics USA / ASEAN - Remote (2024 – Present)

Focused on the intersection of deep-space exploration, defense, and commercial space applications, turning breakthrough ideas into operational systems.

CubeSat & space systems development Mission design & execution

Space defense & asteroid detection Strategic technology commercialization

Executive Trainer Consultant Project Manager Tom Erickson Consulting - Worldwide (2009 – Present)

Executive Trainer - At Benchmark Inc., I designed and led a yearlong executive training program focused on empowering managers and senior leaders to build and lead more effective, resilient, and collaborative teams.

Project Manager – Educational Design & Development - Applied SEM, SEO, and SMO techniques to optimize communications and project management, achieving optimal outcomes.

Consultant - FastSigns-NYU, New York, NY - Advised clients on business operations and branding

Team Lead (Remote) ShiftSmart, San Francisco, CA 09/2020 – 12/2023

Managed a remote team of 2,000+ agents conducting political polling.

Trained and supervised agents to ensure professional standards.

SBA Tier 1 Support Agent, Small Business Administration, Lubbock, TX 03/2020 to 09/2020

Facilitate distressed businesses with help applying for an Emergency Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) and the Paycheck

Protection Program (PPP), enacted into law under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act (2020).

Select Contributions:

Championed distressed CFOs in obtaining funding and advised applicants on the CARES Act pitfalls.

Facilitate the processing of tens of millions of dollars’ worth of EIDL grants and loans.

Sales Project Manager Evolution Worldwide, Hong Kong, SAR (2012 – 2015)

Increased sales by $20M in two years, boosting wholesale transactions by 37%.

Led in-house project implementation and developed agile business solutions.

Vice President of Marketing, Hybrid various locations - AseanAffairs Magazine, (2009 – 2012)

Hosted and coordinated international and regional events, including the ASEAN Leadership Forum and Save Our Planet Conference.

Oversaw marketing initiatives to enhance the publication's reach and impact.

Learning & Development

Curriculum Designer Seminar Leader, Educational Design and Development, Khon Kaen, TH 11/2012 to 01/2015

Oversaw training solutions for government ministries and multinational corporations. Focused on optimal team development and self-awareness for peak performance.

Select Contributions:

Trained teams for MNCs, including Kimberly-Clarke, Burnell Steel, Bangkok Pacific Steel, Genus, and Atos Origin.

Learning and Development Consultant, Benchmark Corp, Sri Ayuthaya, TH 09/2013 to 10/2014

Formulated and administered 14 week-long training programs in team development, self-actualization, cross-cultural understanding, and public speaking for executives and managers.

Select Contributions:

Devised a phenomenally successful and ongoing seminar series for managers and executives.

Program Developer MC, Thai Wattana Panich, Bangkok, TH 12/2008 to 04/2011

Planned and implemented English Camp programs, fostering an atmosphere of engagement, enthusiasm, and anticipation in line with TWP principles.

Select Contributions:

Devised the English Camps program for over 500 schools and more than 150K students.

Executive Trainer Senior Consultant, Speech Work Consultancy, Bangkok, TH 12/2008 to 11/2010

Produced and conducted training sessions on public speaking, mind mapping, business communication skills, and cross-cultural understanding.

Select Contributions:

Adeptly trained 120+ judges at the Royal Thai Ministry of Justice Training Center.

English Lecturer, Boromarajanoni Nursing College, Minburi, TH 08/2008 to 05/2009

Created opportunities for students to learn and become skilled in medical terminology.

English Camp Head Teacher MC, KAS Language Center, Bangkok, TH 08/2006 to 05/2009

Arranged camp schedules in partnership with Kasikorn International School to ensure alignment with and execution of the organization’s vision.

Curriculum Developer and Teacher, Udom Suksa School Rangsit, Patumtani, TH 11/2007 to 07/2008

Formulated and executed a tailored learning system for elementary and preschool ESL programs.

English Camp Counselor & MC, Assam Youth Camp, Bangkok, TH 08/2004 to 10/2007

Conducted whole-group sessions for 150-400 young people

Visiting Lecturer, Rangsit University English Department, Patumtani, TH 09/2003 to 05/2007

Collaborated with the Assistant Director of the English Language Department to prepare students for study abroad, equipping them with the necessary language skills and cultural understanding to succeed.

Additional Experience:

Corporate Trainer, Tony Roma’s Corporate Training Center, Addison, TX (12/1995 to 09/1998)

Stellar Observatory Teach Assistant, University of North Texas, Denton, TX (09/1997 to 01/1998)

Training Events

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Presentations

Advanced Learning Strategies & Cross-Cultural Awareness, an intensive English program for a Mini LLM Course, in conjunction with the Imperial University of Kyushu, Japan, Ministry of Justice Training Center, Bangkok, TH, 09/2010.

Advanced Learning Strategies & DISC Personality Profiling, an intensive English program for a Mini LLM Course, in conjunction with the Chicago-Kent School of Law, Ministry of Justice Training Center, Bangkok, TH, 04/2010.

Public Speaking & Mind Mapping, an intensive English program for a Mini LLM Course, in conjunction with the Imperial University of Kyushu, Japan, Ministry of Justice Training Center, Bangkok, TH, 12/2008.

Skill Sets for Success, Bangkok Metropolitan Area, TH, 07/2009 to 10/2009.

The Mentoring Relationship, Pacific City Club, Bangkok, TH, 10/2008.

Crossing Cultures for Business, Banyan Tree Hotel, Bangkok, TH, 11/2008.

Experiences on English Camps, TH Educators Network, Bangkok, TH, 10/2008.

Stereotypical Success, Pacific City Club, Bangkok, TH, 08/2008.

Pedagogy and the Primary Student, Kalyanin School, Nakhon Sri Thammarat, TH, 04/2004.

Service That Sells, Various Locations, USA, 06/1996 to 09/1998.

Education

B.Sc. Project Management, University of Kansas, Summa Cum Laud (3.92/4.0 GPA) 12/25 graduate

A.S. in Business, cum laude (3.67/4.0 GPA) Lee College, Baytown, TX 05/23

French Impressionism and Gothic Architecture, Summer Abroad, American University in Paris, FR

Professional Training

Software Engineering Immersive, General Assembly, Seattle, WA (2021)

Certified Meditation Practitioner, Willpower Institute 2016

Certified Memory Trainer, Ron White Memory Train the Trainer Seminar, 2014

Advanced Communicator Silver / Advanced Leader Bronze, Toastmasters International, 2011

Thai Language Program, American Alumni Association, 2009 –2010

Film & Media Appearances

Host/MC ASEAN Leadership Forum

Host/MC, AABC Conference Series on HM King Bhumibol’s Sufficiency Economy Philosophy

Role of Bodyguard, “Aab Saab Kuroor

Role of News Reporter, “Bangkok Dangerous

Role of Philologist, “Shanghai

Role of Pirate, “Blackbeard

Publications

1.Erickson, Thomas. “PEP: Managing the Mind for Peak Performance and True Happiness.” Lulu Press, Inc., TBR.

2.Erickson, Thomas. 2015. “You Lift Me Up.” Blurb Press.

Affiliations

Member, Toastmasters International 07/2008 to present

Member, Project Management Institute 06/2021 to present

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