Alyssa Leeann Henson
San Antonio
Summary
Results-oriented program manager with proven track record in leading cross-functional teams, driving strategic initiatives, and achieving program success. Experienced in coordinating and managing multiple complex programs from inception to completion while implementing process improvement and achieving project milestones. Skilled in strategic planning and risk management. Known for adaptability, problem-solving, and fostering collaboration to achieve results. Proficient in optimizing processes and aligning initiatives with organizational objectives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Manager, R&D
Noah Chemicals
12.2023 - Current
- Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring support for program initiatives.
- Managed cross-functional teams across the organization for successful project completion within deadlines and budgets.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making approaches to inform strategy development and optimize outcomes.
- Improved program efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving solutions.
- Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential barriers to project success.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring programs to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Spearheaded innovative problem-solving techniques that addressed challenges head-on, resulting in effective resolution measures.
- Coached team members on productivity strategies to accomplish challenging goals.
Project Manager
Southwest Research Institute
01.2021 - 12.2023
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Established strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results.
- Creating and maintaining a cooperative and motivating environment conducive to the completion of project goals.
- Effectively engaging and communicating with project team members and clients.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to optimize project outcomes while maintaining cost effectiveness.
- Identifying risks, applying mitigation strategies, determining multiple directions forward, and selecting the best path forward to achieve project goals.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
Graduate Instructional Assistant
Texas State University
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Taught evidence-based strategies to laboratory students.
- Evaluated students’ ability to replicate experiments.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Mentored students to foster independence and social academic engagement.
- Attend annual safety training and enforced safety procedures.
- Prepare lab lecture and attend weekly meetings with supervising professor.
- Communicate with students and provide further instruction and direction as needed.
- Encouraging a positive learning environment.
Research Assistant
Texas State University
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Executed organic synthesis of natural product derivatives with the goal of increasing its anticancer ability.
- Performed NMR and interpreted NMR data to analyze the synthesized target compounds to verify molecular structure.
- Performed extractions by utilizing separatory funnels to separate impurities from the target compound.
- Formulated hypothesis to determine future direction in hopes to increase potency of target molecules.
- Utilized Fluorescent Spectroscopy to determine fluorescence capacity of target molecule.
- Used Column Chromatography to purify reaction mixtures.
- Created a variety of solutions and buffers.
- Performed reactions with volatile moisture-sensitive chemical reagents.
- Performed chemical reactions to substitute or replace substituent chemical groups in hopes increase anticancer activity.
- Trained employees to perform the aforementioned assays.
Education
Master's Degree - Chemistry
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX05.2021
Bachelor's Degree - Biochemistry
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX05.2018
Skills
- Cross-functional Team Leadership
- Clear and Concise Communication
- Problem Solving
- Strategic Planning and Prioritization
- Stakeholder Communication
- Highly Organized and Efficient
- Risk Assessment and Mitigation
- Detail Oriented
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite
- Strategic Negotiation Tactics
- Client Relations Management
- Budgeting/Forecasting
- Decision Making Skills
- Process Development
- Continuous Improvement
Timeline
Program Manager, R&D
Noah Chemicals
12.2023 - Current
Project Manager
Southwest Research Institute
01.2021 - 12.2023
Graduate Instructional Assistant
Texas State University
01.2019 - 01.2020
Research Assistant
Texas State University
01.2018 - 01.2020
Master's Degree - Chemistry
Texas State University
Bachelor's Degree - Biochemistry
Texas State University
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