Hi, I’m
Cameron Poland
Walnut Cove,NC
Summary
Program Manager with strong background in product and project management, selected for 2024 Emerging Leaders Program at Caesars Digital. Expertise in agile methodologies and software lifecycle management, driving successful project outcomes. Proven ability to engage stakeholders and foster teamwork to achieve strategic goals.
Overview
18
years of professional experience
3
Certification
Work History
Caesars DigitalJersey City
Product Manager
04.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Led all product development and delivery of features for our proprietary bonusing engine and digital marketing services
- Spearheaded design and implementation of enterprise-wide CDP platform to enhance marketing capabilities.
- Led development team in launching an improved account-opening process, optimizing user flow.
- Transformed legacy backend processes into scalable microservices to boost operational efficiency.
- Defined key performance indicators, achieving an 8% increase in monthly active users and 25% improvement in customer retention and engagement
- Drove a 12% rise in average monthly bets per customer through targeted engagement strategies
CGI Inc.Fairfax
Transition Manager
04.2021 - 04.2022
Job overview
- Spearheaded migration of on-premise ERP systems to CGI’s hosted solution for government clients.
- Led infrastructure build-out and data reconciliation, ensuring seamless transition and system functionality.
- Facilitated stakeholder communication to align project goals and expectations effectively.
- Developed comprehensive transition plans addressing potential risks and challenges.
- Directed cross-functional teams in quality control testing and launch activities.
- Managed stakeholder expectations and dependencies to guarantee timely, budget-compliant delivery.
M&T BankBuffalo
Senior Project Manager
11.2014 - 04.2021
Job overview
- Planned and executed high-impact enterprise projects and multi-year programs for digital banking technology division while ensuring compliance with company standards and regulations.
- Championed agile transformation initiatives across the organization to enhance project delivery efficiency.
- Launched a new online banking corporate website, improving customer experience for all users.
- Implemented EMV chip card technology across customer card products, ATMs, and branches to enhance security.
- Led organization's first agile program to develop a streamlined account-opening experience for customers.
SynacorBuffalo
Project Manager
11.2012 - 10.2014
Job overview
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within scope.
- Developed project plans and timelines to align with stakeholder expectations.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance team productivity and collaboration.
Education
Medaille CollegeBuffalo, NY
Master of Arts from Organizational Leadership
01.2008
Medaille CollegeBuffalo, NY
Bachelor of Science from Business Administration
01.2006
Skills
- Program and product management
- Leadership and team building
- Budgeting and financial oversight
- Technology delivery
- Stakeholder engagement and communication
- KPI tracking and reporting
- Research and analysis
- Regulatory compliance management
- Agile methodologies
- Problem solving and decision making
- Adaptability and critical thinking
- Collaborative teamwork
- Product lifecycle management
- API integration
- Business analysis
- Project management
- Effective communication
- Change management
- Data-driven decision making
- Vendor management
- Planning optimization
- Competitive analysis
- Prioritization and execution
- Troubleshooting and QA
- Requirements gathering
- Product strategy development
- Market research and customer segmentation
- Conflict resolution strategies
- Performance metrics tracking
- Agile software development practices
- User story creation and requirements building
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
- SAFe5 Certified Agilist
Accomplishments
- Graduate of Caesars Entertainment's Emerging Leaders Program, Class of 2024
Timeline
Product Manager
Caesars Digital
04.2022 - Current
Transition Manager
CGI Inc.
04.2021 - 04.2022
Senior Project Manager
M&T Bank
11.2014 - 04.2021
Project Manager
Synacor
11.2012 - 10.2014
Medaille College
Master of Arts from Organizational Leadership
Medaille College
Bachelor of Science from Business Administration