Project Manager / GHS Regulatory Specialist / Japan Specialist

BRIAN KOWALSKI

Niskayuna, New York *****

518-***-**** • **@**********.*** • linkedin.com/in/brian-kowalski-pm SUMMARY

A results-driven, innovative, and forward-thinking Software Implementation Project Manager with proven expertise in project man- agement, implementations, client relations/sales support and database management. Specializes in Japanese client base ranging from the Tokyo-Osaka corridor, and beyond. Expertise in regulatory compliance through adopted country standards and international software developments. Specializing in Japan/US/Can/Mex. Proven success in developing and leading highly productive workforces that drive initiatives to enhance business opportunities. Project Management • Client Relations • Sales Support • Database Management • Marketing Testing & Troubleshooting • Implementations & Installations • GHS Regulatory Compliance Familiar with Japanese Language and Culture

EXPERIENCE

GALATA CHEMICALS LLC Hahnville, Louisiana

Regulatory Consultant (North America) 2024-Present

• Authored Chemical SDS / Safety Labels to comply for latest GHS regulations. OSHA, WHMIS, GB30,000 and NOM-018.

• Interfaced with internal divisions providing regulatory updates for GHS Classifications. Archived regulatory data via SAP.

• Performed system updates for UL ULTRUS ChemAdvisor software, including SQL based rules, application settings, etc. UL SOLUTIONS -SUPPLY CHAIN INSIGHTS Latham, New York Software Implementation Project Manager (Japanese) 2011-2024

• Serviced Japanese client base in Honshu between the Tokyo-Osaka corridor and surrounding regions.

• Traveled regularly to Japan for Client Implementations / Sales and Business Relations / Client Support.

• Implemented chemical regulatory software project implementations (Japan) – involved in all stages of development.

• Enforced international regulatory GHS compliance through adopted Asian country standards.

• Regulated partner Interfacing with ChemAdvisor Japan and localized regulatory specialists.

• Provided Japanese support for US company departments: Executive, Sales, Marketing, Accounting, Implementations, etc.

• Assisted Sales team with quotation and maintenance agreements. Familiar with Japanese business processes.

• Spent extensive periods of time at Japan UL extended onsite client presence utilizing bilingual presentation experience.

• Performed SQL /systems Management with SQL/Oracle database experience, Salesforce, Compliance Wire, etc. SPIRAL DESIGN STUDIO Albany, New York

Senior Systems Application Administrator 2004-2011

• Programmed ColdFusion for web development and integration with content management systems.

• Administered SQL Databases, with basic project management and client relations.

• Developed client web sites including architecture layout, implementation, and web site maintenance.

• Performed systems management (IIS, DNS) including developmental staging, production, and mail servers.

• Created email templates for mass client distribution including Citibank, Sears, The Home Depot, Exxon, Sunoco, etc.

• Managed game community sites via XML data integration for Nintendo DS, PS3, and Xbox360. Disney, Activision, and others.

• Developed mobile site versions for iPhone/iPad and similar devices. ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

NORTH COLONIE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, Colonie, New York Japanese Language Instructor SAINT ROSE UNIVERSITY, Albany, New York Web Coding & Design (Adjunct Professor) HUDSON VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE, Troy, New York HTML Instructor POWERADZ, Rensselaer, NY Carcast Web Support

GENERAL ELECTRIC, Schenectady, NY EDI TradeWeb Analyst CERTIFICATIONS

COMPUTER EDUCATION SERVICES, Latham, New York Microsoft Certified Application Developer COLD FUSION/WEB DEVELOPMENT TRAINING, Albany, New York E-Tech, Micro Knowledge, Allaire, IKON BLUE KABUTO (PERSONAL DBA) Creator & Owner of Cookie Fu Brand Imprint EDUCATION

COTO JAPANESE LANGUAGE ACADEMY, Tokyo, Japan

Japanese Language & Business Training

HUDSON VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE, SUNY, Troy, New York Japanese Language & Culture

FULTON-MONTGOMERY COMMUNITY COLLEGE, SUNY, Johnstown, New York Computer Programming Graphics & Design

GENESEE COMMUNITY COLLEGE, SUNY, Batavia, New York Commercial Art Program

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