Accomplished project management leader with over 15 years of experience driving complex projects and programs across education, healthcare, and technology sectors. Expert in aligning strategic initiatives with business objectives, optimizing processes, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact results. Proven track record of enhancing operational efficiency and managing diverse portfolios, with a focus on transforming challenges into structured and successful outcomes.
Hi, I’m
Chanda-Louise Oton
Willing To Relocate | Newark,NJ
Summary
Overview
15
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Bergen Community College
Lecturer
2019.10 - Current (4 years & 11 months)
Job overview
- Design and deliver advanced mathematics and business courses, integrating real-world project management applications to bridge academic theory with industry practice.
- Lead initiatives to revamp the curriculum, embedding project management methodologies into the academic framework to prepare students for professional challenges.
Chanda-Louise Oton Consulting
Lead Project Management Consultant
2018.11 - Current (5 years & 10 months)
Job overview
- Spearhead the development and execution of project management consulting services, delivering tailored solutions for high-profile clients across healthcare, education, and technology sectors.
- Drive portfolio and program management initiatives, optimizing resource allocation and enhancing operational efficiency to ensure successful project outcomes.
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Adjunct Professor, Mathematics
2020.01 - 2022.08 (2 years & 7 months)
Job overview
- Drive portfolio and program management initiatives, optimizing resource allocation and enhancing operational efficiency to ensure successful project outcomes.
- Collaborated with faculty to enhance the educational experience by incorporating project-based learning and real-world scenarios into the classroom environment.
United Health Group | Optum Technology
IT Project Consultant
2016.07 - 2018.08 (2 years & 1 month)
Job overview
- Led the automation and optimization of a $430M healthcare engagement, improving efficiency and reducing operational costs through strategic process redesign.
- Engaged with executive stakeholders to align project deliverables with overarching business objectives, ensuring timely and successful project completion.
United Health Group, Optum Technology
Senior Technology Associate
2015.06 - 2018.08 (3 years & 2 months)
Job overview
- Managed a $100M project engagement, focusing on client acceptance processes and seamless technology transitions, earning recognition for exceptional project management.
- Developed and implemented risk management strategies that reduced client-led meetings by 50%, streamlining communication and accelerating project timelines.
Education
New Jersey Institute of Technology Newark, United States
Master of Science from Applied Statistics
05.2015
University Overview
Hunter College, City University of New York New York, United States
Bachelor of Arts from Statistics
01.2009
University Overview
Skills
- Project, Program & Portfolio Management
- Higher Education Administration
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Stakeholder Management
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Process Improvement
- Curriculum Development
- Technical Coordination & Compliance
Certification
Project Management Professional (PMI)
Technical Skills
Technical Skills
- Project Management: MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira
- Data Analysis: SPSS, R, Excel
- CRM Tools: Salesforce, HubSpot
- Teaching & Learning Platforms: Blackboard, Canvas, ALEKS, Cengage, Pearson MyLab
Timeline
Adjunct Professor, Mathematics
New Jersey Institute of Technology
2020.01 - 2022.08 (2 years & 7 months)
Lecturer
Bergen Community College
2019.10 - Current (4 years & 11 months)
Lead Project Management Consultant
Chanda-Louise Oton Consulting
2018.11 - Current (5 years & 10 months)
IT Project Consultant
United Health Group | Optum Technology
2016.07 - 2018.08 (2 years & 1 month)
Senior Technology Associate
United Health Group, Optum Technology
2015.06 - 2018.08 (3 years & 2 months)
Project Management Professional (PMI)
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Master of Science from Applied Statistics
Hunter College, City University of New York
Bachelor of Arts from Statistics
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