Chandra Jones
Santa Rosa,CA
Summary
Experienced Senior Project Manager with top-notch implementation and project management abilities. Highly organized, methodical, and skilled at overseeing daily milestones across high-performance teams.
Skilled in strategic planning, risk management, and stakeholder communication. Known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic environments. Prepared to drive impactful outcomes and lead projects to success.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
Enso Village
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Supported CEO by managing schedules and organizing meetings efficiently.
- Coordinated communications between cross-functional teams and executive leadership.
- Assisted in preparing reports and presentations for board meetings and strategic initiatives.
- Maintained confidential documents and ensured compliance with company policies.
- Anticipated potential challenges in daily operations and devised appropriate solutions to maintain uninterrupted workflow in the executive office.
- Managed complex projects to successful completion, ensuring timely delivery of results to the CEO.
- Prepared meeting agendas and briefing papers for members of board of directors and executive team.
Project Manager
Elemental Spirits
10.2014 - 12.2023
- Coordinated project schedules and timelines to ensure timely delivery of milestones.
- Assisted in resource allocation, optimizing team capabilities for task execution.
- Monitored project progress and communicated updates to stakeholders effectively.
- Facilitated meetings to gather requirements and address concerns from team members.
- Implemented risk management strategies to identify potential project challenges early.
- Supported budget tracking by documenting expenses and managing vendor relations.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
Senior Project Manager
Riley Medical Group
06.2009 - 07.2014
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects on time and within budget.
- Developed project plans, aligning resources and timelines with business objectives.
- Implemented risk management strategies to minimize project disruptions and enhance outcomes.
- Facilitated stakeholder meetings to ensure alignment and address concerns throughout project lifecycle.
- Adapted quickly to unexpected challenges or obstacles encountered during project execution, devising creative solutions without compromising objectives.
- Led cross-functional teams for successful project delivery within scope, schedule, and budget constraints.
- Spearheaded process improvement initiatives that resulted in increased productivity and streamlined workflows across departments.
Public Relations Coordinator
Metrro Journal Business Magazine
06.2004 - 06.2009
- Developed and executed comprehensive PR campaigns to enhance brand visibility and reputation.
- Coordinated media relations, fostering positive relationships with journalists and influencers.
- Managed social media platforms, increasing engagement through strategic content creation and scheduling.
- Crafted press releases and promotional materials, ensuring clarity and alignment with brand messaging.
- Provided regular reporting on campaign progress to clients, showcasing successes and adjusting tactics as necessary.
- Collaborated with external PR firms, as well as internal sales and marketing managers, to determine branding, product positioning and media messages.
- Served as point of contact for 20 speaking engagements and product award submissions each year.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations
Oklahoma City University
Oklahoma City, OK12-1998
Skills
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Honest and dependable
- Team leadership
- Project planning and development
- Project tracking
- Project regulations
- Resource allocation
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Advanced problem solving
- Stakeholder communications
Timeline
Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
Enso Village
01.2023 - 01.2024
Project Manager
Elemental Spirits
10.2014 - 12.2023
Senior Project Manager
Riley Medical Group
06.2009 - 07.2014
Public Relations Coordinator
Metrro Journal Business Magazine
06.2004 - 06.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations
Oklahoma City University
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