Talented, multi-faceted, results-producing on-line strategic consulting professional with a proven record of accomplishment in planning and leading comprehensive on-line and off-line strategies in support of business goals and objectives. Expertise in envisioning and directing the creation of strategic on-line Web sites, assets, and tools while steering the execution of multiple Internet related marketing programs. Demonstrated success of driving growth in targeted markets through the planning, development and implementation of key projects. Solid leadership skills; able to build and guide top-performing Information Technology and Marketing teams. Adept at communicating with C-Level management, vendors, and internal and external stakeholders to coordinate overall strategic initiatives.

• Strategic On-line Market Planning
• New Market Penetration
• Development of Solution Oriented Goals
• Market Research & Analysis
• Web Development & Management
• Team Building & Management
• Direct On-line Marketing Programs
• Multimillion-Dollar Company Expertise
• Budget Preparation/Administration
• Diverse Industry Experience

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER (CONTRACT POSITION)
Confidential, Cleveland Ohio
March 2011 to Present

Confidential,Resources proactively recruits critically–skilled information technology and engineering consultants with the business knowledge and hard–to–find technical expertise for clients who need The Right Talent. Right Now®.

As a Senior Project Manager contractor, responsible for working on-site at IntelliCorp Records.

• Responsible for managing high exposure B2B project enhancements.
• Responsible for creating all project artifacts (scope documents, status reports, functional requirements, 
  change requests, meeting agendas/notes, etc.)
• Responsible for running Steering Committee status update meetings.
• Responsible for managing project team activities and conducting daily stand up meetings.
• Responsible for working with QA Department on testing of added site functionality.
• Defined use cases, functional requirements and wireframes for a self-service B2B project

INTERACTIVE MARKETING PRACTICE LEADER (CONTRACT POSITION)

Confidential,Cleveland, Ohio
June 2010 to March 2011

Emerald Resource Group is a leading edge Executive Search Firm specializing in IT, Employee Benefits and Insurance Recruiting and Consulting in Northeast Ohio.

As the Interactive Marketing Practice Leader, responsible for writing the business plan for the newly formed Interactive Marketing business practice.

• Responsible for building Interactive Marketing business practice from the ground up. Put the structure in 
  place to build a viable business practice.
• Responsible for recruiting key team members to participate in the business practice.
• Additionally, performed as a Senior IT Project Manager consultant for Sherwin-William’s Interactive Services 
  Department.
• Led large 8 month interactive guided navigation JAVA project for the Sherwin-William’s Product Finishes 
  Division Web site. Served dual role of Senior Business Analyst as well as Senior IT Project Manager.
• Conducted stakeholder meetings and wrote functional requirements document for multi-million dollar 
  proprietary project.
• Defined and managed 2 interactive projects for the Sherwin-William’s Protective & Marine Division Web 
  site.
  

DIRECTOR OF STRATEGIC INITIATIVES, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Confidential,Ohio
May 2008 to June 2010

Confidential,Technologies is a Cleveland-based company that provides high-level solid and successful strategy, design/usability, staffing and technology solutions that enable our clients to achieve measurable ROI as a natural outcome of carefully planned and coordinated technology initiatives.

As Director of Strategic Initiatives, responsible for propelling both MK2 and MK2\'s clients forward by leading the strategic management process, creating organizational alignment, and enabling data-driven decision-making, while ensuring key principles were met. Provided solutions within all major industries.

Responsible for leading major, cross-business unit projects and programs, directed process management and process improvement activities. Contributed to client satisfaction and operational excellence by integrating strategic intelligence and analysis into project and operational processes. Collaborated with business partners across enterprises to build team-focused, strategically aligned organizations.

Proven track record that includes delivering the following activities for MK2 and MK2\'s clients:

• Led large, cross-business unit projects and programs, working closely with the project sponsor and applying appropriate project management methodologies.
• Led usability practice while producing UX deliverables including personas, scenarios, content inventories, use cases, site maps, heuristic evaluations, wireframes, flow diagrams, and functional requirements.
• Set deadlines, assigned responsibilities, monitored and summarized progress of projects. Ensured projects were completed on time, within budget, and with high quality deliverables. Provided senior management with feedback and trend analysis as well as early warning indicators regarding projects at risk.
• Ensured objectives were communicated and understood.
• Effectively built and managed project teams.
• Acted as advisor to project sponsors and teams regarding strategy, process, and business intelligence.
• Working with the sponsors, created an efficient and effective governance framework that included forward-looking risk management, effective change management, strong issue management, and efficient use of resources.
• Oversaw organizational alignment and process improvement initiatives.
  
• Guided the development of organization\'s strategic process management systems, including communication and training; ensured organizational compliance.
• Ensured alignment of organizational processes and committee plans with strategic plans.
• Involved in building governing framework for operational excellence.
• Developed and maintained sales pipeline while producing project estimations and proposals.
• Managed multiple Web-based projects across multiple industries utilizing Microsoft and various other technologies.
• Developed $2.3 million business process reengineering solution for $40 million merchandising services organization.

Skills Include:

• Leading & Managing Change
• Creative Problem Solving/Analysis
• Teamwork
• Process Improvement
• Commitment to Quality
• Negotiation Skills
• Leadership
• Internal & External Customer Service
• Usability Expert
• Strategic Thought Leadership
• Decision Making/Judgment

SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER, INTERNET MARKETING CONSULTANT

Confidential,leveland, Ohio
November 2007 to May 2008

Tenth Floor is focused on delivering leading edge interactive marketing solutions. Whether it’s a specific project, a powerful content management system or a full-blown web-based branding assignment, Tenth Floor offers services that meet many market needs. Effective January, 2008, Tenth floor became part of Bridgeline Software.

• Managed 12 Internet & Interactive .NET projects.
• Planned and implemented strategic Web site initiatives.
• Managed 5 key staff members with direct responsibilities in delivering a multitude of solutions for our high profile clients including Mount Union College, Sherwin Williams Dutch Boy, Stars on Ice, American Fundraising Associates, Joe Thomas (Cleveland Browns).
• Created processes to support the delivery of projects effectively.
• The organization supported the following areas including agencies, education, financial, law firms, healthcare/pharmaceutical, non-profits, retail/ecommerce, sports and government.
• Committed to managing resources to build components for proprietary content management system.
  

EDUCATION

Bachelors of Arts Degree Information Systems

SKILLS

Applications/Tools/Languages: Microsoft SharePoint 2007, Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains, Microsoft Dynamics CMS, Microsoft .NET, Microsoft Access, HTML, DHTML, ASP, Visual Basic, JAVA, JDK, Adobe Dreamweaver, Adobe Flash, Adobe Director, Adobe Fireworks, Adobe Photoshop, FrontPage, Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Excel-Pivot Tables, Visual Interdev, Visual SourceSafe, IIS, Visio, SQL Server, Strategic Business Planning, Functional Design, Development Standards/Process, System Test Plans, On-line Marketing Analysis, SEO, User-Centric Web Design, Web Site Usability and Assessment Plans, Wireframes, Site Maps, Persona Development, Scenario Development, Heuristic Evaluations, Windows Vista, Business Process Reengineering, Project Management, On-line and Off-line Marketing Programs, Trainer, Business Development and Management, Team Foundation Server 2010, A/B Testing, Multivariate Testing, LivePerson Integration, Balsamiq.