Alex Shorter
Cleveland,OH
Summary
Boasting an impressive tenure of nearly four decades in computer and information technology, coupled with two decades of business management and community leadership, I am a seasoned professional equipped to address a broad spectrum of development and consulting requirements. My experience extends within the technical realm, with over a decade dedicated to Smart City development, positioning me as an invaluable asset to educational institutions, communities, and governmental bodies striving to achieve their professional and sustainability goals. My diverse background ensures that I bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table, ready to propel your projects to new heights.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
Director of Project Management
Government Blockchain Association
09.2024 - Current
- Coached team members for improved performance through constructive feedback, skill development opportunities, and ongoing support.
- Increased overall project success rates by providing expert guidance to team members and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clearly defined objectives, milestones, timelines, and resource allocations for successful execution.
- Building solid relationships with clients through regular updates on project status, addressing concerns promptly, and demonstrating understanding of their business needs.
- Elevated team productivity levels with regular training sessions focused on enhancing technical skills as well as soft skills like collaboration or problem-solving techniques.
Financial and Banking Analyst
Department of Defense
10.2019 - 12.2023
- Achieved consistently high client retention rates by delivering exceptional customer service in all interactions.
- Enhanced financial reporting by streamlining data analysis and implementing automated processes.
- Spearheaded efforts to automate manual processes, increasing efficiency within the finance department while reducing human error risks.
- Facilitated knowledge sharing among team members through regular training sessions and workshops focused on current industry trends and best practices in banking analytics.
- Led due diligence efforts for prospective investment opportunities, ensuring all transactions aligned with organizational risk tolerance levels and strategic objectives.
Project Development Consultant
Infinitaire Industries
01.2013 - Current
- Spearhead of a dynamic award-winning consulting firm, delivering comprehensive solitons to both emerging and established businesses
- Contributed to Cleveland's economic growth by facilitating projects that generated over $2 billion in development across sectors such as education, technology, and social impact
- Established a structured approach to managing projects by developing templates for planning documents such as proposals, timelines and reports
- Facilitated stakeholder buy-in through the use of persuasive presentations outlining the benefits of proposed solutions or strategies
- Developed comprehensive project plans, defining scope, objectives, deliverables, milestones, and resource requirements.
Student Life Assistant
Cuyahoga Community College Metro Campus
11.2009 - 02.2011
- Designed to provide valuable work experience for undergraduate and graduate students considering careers in economics, finance and accounting, software development, law, and other areas
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Assisted in conflict resolution efforts among students by mediating disputes when necessary.
- Promoted a sense of community among students by facilitating connections between individuals and groups on campus.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Business Management
CLEVELAND STATE UNIVERSITY
Associate of Applied Science - International Business Management
CUYAHOGA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Execuve MBA - Internaonal Business Management, Finance, Internaonal Business Management, Polical Science
OHIO UNIVERSITY
01.2026
Skills
- Project planning and development
- Project tracking
- Relationship building
- Advanced problem solving
- Stakeholder communications
- Coaching and mentoring
- Strategic planning
- Project management
- Document management
- Performance improvements
- Budget preparation
- Contract management
Certification
- Google IT Support Professional Certificate
- Microsoft Certified, Azure Fundamentals – Microsoft Corporation.
- Google Project Management, Professional Certificate – Coursera and Google.
- Six Sigma Certification
Timeline
Director of Project Management
Government Blockchain Association
09.2024 - Current
Financial and Banking Analyst
Department of Defense
10.2019 - 12.2023
Project Development Consultant
Infinitaire Industries
01.2013 - Current
Student Life Assistant
Cuyahoga Community College Metro Campus
11.2009 - 02.2011
- Google IT Support Professional Certificate
- Microsoft Certified, Azure Fundamentals – Microsoft Corporation.
- Google Project Management, Professional Certificate – Coursera and Google.
- Six Sigma Certification
Bachelor of Arts - International Business Management
CLEVELAND STATE UNIVERSITY
Associate of Applied Science - International Business Management
CUYAHOGA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Execuve MBA - Internaonal Business Management, Finance, Internaonal Business Management, Polical Science
OHIO UNIVERSITY
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