Anthony Howell
Strongsville,OH
Summary
Transformational enterprise leader with 14 years of experience driving strategic initiatives in software development and organizational change. Skilled in aligning executive strategy with execution and managing cross-functional teams through complex projects that enhance growth and efficiency. Led AI-enabled initiatives to optimize workflow and boost productivity while ensuring secure, scalable software solutions. Built high-performing teams through collaborative leadership and effective communication.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager – Global PMO
MRI Software
02.2026 - Current
- Provide strategic leadership for enterprise PMO initiatives supporting organizational transformation, operational excellence, AI enablement, and executive portfolio governance.
- Lead enterprise PMO initiatives supporting strategic corporate objectives and enterprise transformation.
- Partnered with executive leadership to enhance governance, ensure execution consistency, and increase portfolio visibility.
- Led strategic AI initiatives that improved customer-facing products and optimized internal business operations.
- Drive AI adoption that improves workflow automation, operational efficiency, and executive decision-making.
- Program Manager for the global implementation of Workday, leading a multi-million-dollar enterprise transformation initiative spanning multiple business functions and international teams.
- Standardize governance, reporting, KPIs, and execution frameworks across strategic initiatives.
- Drove organizational change initiatives that facilitated enterprise growth and strengthened operational maturity.
Senior Release Manager
MRI Software
02.2024 - 02.2026
- Directed enterprise release management across multiple software product portfolios, coordinating product, engineering, QA, DevOps, customer success, support, and executive leadership to ensure alignment and timely releases.
- Directed enterprise release management across multiple software product portfolios while coordinating Product, Engineering, QA, DevOps, Customer Success, Support, and executive leadership.
- Designed, built, and implemented MRI Software's enterprise Release Management framework, including governance standards, SOPs, Jira templates, release calendars, communication templates, deployment checklists, executive reporting, and Go/No-Go processes.
- Led executive release readiness reviews and production Go/No-Go decision meetings.
- Improved release predictability, deployment quality, and stakeholder communication through standardized governance.
- Led development, testing, certification, and deployment of 15+ enterprise mobile applications across Apple iOS, Android, and Microsoft Windows platforms, enhancing product reach and user engagement.
- Managed cross-functional dependencies, risks, communications, and release health across engineering organizations to mitigate issues and streamline release processes.
Senior Project Manager V – Product Development
MRI Software
12.2022 - 02.2024
- Managed multiple multi-million-dollar enterprise software implementation and strategic product initiatives.
- Managed multi-million-dollar enterprise software implementations and strategic product initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
- Directed cross-functional teams across Engineering, Product Management, QA, Operations, and executive leadership.
- Enhanced governance, executive reporting, project planning, and delivery execution to streamline project workflows.
- Delivered complex enterprise software initiatives that directly supported organizational growth and scalability.
Senior Project Manager V – M&A Integrations
MRI Software
09.2021 - 12.2022
- Successfully led 15 post-merger integrations representing more than $150 million in acquisition value.
- Directed enterprise post-merger integration programs supporting corporate acquisitions.
- Directed integration workstreams across product, engineering, IT, finance, HR, operations, customer success, and executive leadership, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
- Managed data migration strategies to preserve operational continuity during integrations.
- Developed governance, communication, integration planning, and risk management frameworks to support successful post-merger integrations.
- Developed executive governance, communication, integration planning, and risk management frameworks.
Senior Project Manager IV – Corporate Development (M&A)
MRI Software
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Facilitated acquisition integration planning and execution to enhance Corporate Development effectiveness.
- Oversaw post-acquisition integration activities to drive enterprise growth initiatives.
- Coordinated cross-functional strategic initiatives to align business objectives and optimize outcomes.
- Coordinated strategic initiatives across multiple business functions.
Digital Product Owner
ABP Induction, LLC
07.2020 - 10.2020
- Oversaw U.S. and Canadian digital product portfolio, aligning it with market needs.
- Directed product roadmap and delivery priorities while ensuring stakeholder alignment.
- Collaborated with Engineering to create customer-focused digital solutions that enhanced user experience.
- Balanced strategic business objectives with customer experience and product innovation.
Director of Operations | Equity Partner
Wentworth Solutions
03.2014 - 07.2020
- Executive leader responsible for operations, business strategy, client delivery, organizational growth, and executive leadership within a custom software development company.
- Partnered directly with the President to establish company strategy and operational priorities.
- Frequently served as Acting CEO, providing executive leadership and operational oversight.
- Frequently acted as CEO, providing executive leadership and operational oversight.
- Led delivery of custom web, cloud, and mobile software development projects.
- Built scalable operational processes that improved accountability, execution, and customer satisfaction.
- Managed client relationships to enhance satisfaction and support sustained business growth.
- Led multidisciplinary teams in software development, operations, project management, and customer engagement to deliver cohesive project outcomes.
Founder & Owner
Torch Enterprise LLC
08.2011 - 02.2014
- Founded and operated a successful business that handled operations, financial management, business development, customer acquisition, and strategic growth.
- Developed and implemented innovative business strategies to drive growth and profitability.
- Led cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and streamline processes.
- Established partnerships with key stakeholders to expand market presence and brand recognition.
Education
Business Administration & Management
Kaplan University
Skills
- GPMO leadership
- Release coordination
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Program management
- Change management
- M&A Integration
- Risk Management
- Project Portfolio Management
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Stakeholder management
- Executive Communications
- SDLC
- Agile Project Management
- Digital Transformation
- Business Process Optimization
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION
- MRI Software – Core Values Pride Award
- Four-time recipient recognized for exceptional leadership, collaboration, innovation, and significant contributions to enterprise initiatives and business success.
LEADERSHIP STRENGTHS
- Executive Leadership
- Enterprise Transformation
- PMO Strategy
- Business Operations
- AI Enablement
- Enterprise Delivery
- Organizational Change Management
- M&A Integration
- Release Governance
- Executive Communications
- Continuous Improvement
- Strategic Planning
- Team Leadership
- Operational Excellence
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
Successfully led 15 post-merger integrations representing more than $150 million in acquisition value. Program Manager for MRI Software's global Workday implementation, leading a multi-million-dollar enterprise transformation initiative. Led multiple multi-million-dollar enterprise software implementation and strategic transformation programs. Designed and implemented MRI Software's enterprise Release Management framework, including governance, SOPs, Jira templates, communication standards, deployment checklists, and Go/No-Go processes. Successfully led the development and deployment of 15+ enterprise mobile applications across Apple iOS, Android, and Microsoft Windows platforms. Led strategic AI initiatives supporting both customer-facing products and internal AI solutions that improved operational efficiency and enterprise productivity. Four-time recipient of the MRI Software Core Values Pride Award for leadership, innovation, collaboration, and business impact.
Timeline
Manager – Global PMO
MRI Software
02.2026 - Current
Senior Release Manager
MRI Software
02.2024 - 02.2026
Senior Project Manager V – Product Development
MRI Software
12.2022 - 02.2024
Senior Project Manager V – M&A Integrations
MRI Software
09.2021 - 12.2022
Senior Project Manager IV – Corporate Development (M&A)
MRI Software
10.2020 - 10.2021
Digital Product Owner
ABP Induction, LLC
07.2020 - 10.2020
Director of Operations | Equity Partner
Wentworth Solutions
03.2014 - 07.2020
Founder & Owner
Torch Enterprise LLC
08.2011 - 02.2014
Business Administration & Management
Kaplan University