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Education
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Christy Joyce

Christy Joyce

Greensboro,NC

Summary

Results-driven project management professional with extensive experience in the educational technology (Saas) sector, excelling in M&A integration and change management. Proven track record in fostering cross-functional collaboration. Spearheaded strategic retention initiatives for high-value enterprise accounts, successfully securing $10M+ in annual recurring revenue (ARR) through proactive risk mitigation and executive relationship building. Adept at mentoring talent and refining global methodologies to scale organizational capabilities.

Work History

Principal Project Manager, cPMO/IMO

INSTRUCTURE
04.2025 - Current
  • Executed high-priority strategic initiatives in collaboration with senior leadership.
  • Developed and championed project plans for mergers and acquisitions, ensuring seamless post-acquisition integration.
  • Monitored progress to proactively mitigate complex risks while driving organizational change management.
  • Established strong partnerships with teams, vendors, and contractors to enhance collaboration.
  • Mentored junior team members and refined global project management methodologies.

Senior Project Manager, cPMO/IMO

INSTRUCTURE
05.2022 - 04.2025
  • Led enterprise-wide initiatives and M&A integration activities for C-level executives.
  • Managed timelines, budgets, and cross-functional stakeholders to resolve critical issues.

Senior Customer Success Project Manager

INSTRUCTURE
10.2020 - 05.2022
  • Delivered regular updates to senior executives on project progress.
  • Ensured accountability for project milestones, customer relationships, and risk management.
  • Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines to guarantee timely delivery.

Manager, Customer Success

INSTRUCTURE
07.2020 - 10.2020
  • Led strategic customer success team, achieving key outcomes in revenue retention and service delivery.
  • Provided direction to team members, effectively navigating complex multi-departmental customer escalations.
  • Trained and mentored team members to enhance job performance and foster professional growth.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly, maintaining positive brand image and loyalty.

Team Lead, Customer Success / Strategic CSM

INSTRUCTURE
09.2019 - 07.2020
  • Served as formal mentor for CSMs, delivering consistent feedback and performance coaching.
  • Led departmental initiatives, establishing risk mitigation strategies and reporting status to stakeholders.
  • Implemented process improvements to enhance project workflows.

Strategic Customer Success Manager

INSTRUCTURE
01.2018 - 09.2019
  • Served as dedicated point of contact for key accounts, driving renewal and expansion through goal-setting strategies.
  • Managed onboarding processes for new clients, ensuring seamless transitions to services.
  • Conducted product demonstrations and webinars to educate clients on service features.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop customer success strategies.

Director of Digital Learning, Professional Development & Media

ROCKINGHAM COUNTY SCHOOLS
Reidsville, NC
01.2007 - 01.2018

Promoted through roles as Teacher, Instructional Technology Specialist and Media & Technology Coordinator

  • Spearheaded district's digital learning initiative, guiding coaches and media coordinators.
  • Developed comprehensive professional development programs for administrators and teachers.
  • Directed development of digital strategies for educational technology initiatives and virtual academy.
  • Administered learning management system to enhance engagement and optimize course delivery.

Education

M.Ed. - Instructional Systems Technology

University of North Carolina at Charlotte

B.A. - Spanish

Appalachian State University

Skills

  • Leadership and strategic planning
  • Team mentorship and development
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Change management
  • Project management
  • M&A integration
  • Risk mitigation
  • Budget oversight
  • Customer success
  • Revenue retention and expansion
  • Executive relationship building
  • Escalation management
  • Project management software
  • LMS administration
  • Instructional design
  • Public speaking

Certification

  • Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • Certified Change Management Professional (CCMP)
  • NC Professional Educator's License - Instructional Technology Specialist - Computers, English as a Second Language K-12, Spanish K-12

Awards And Affiliations

  • Panda Pack Award, 2023, SIS Revamp Project
  • Instructure Sales Award, 2021
  • Instructure Customer Success Org Award, 2019
  • Advisory Committee, Rockingham Community College IT Program, 2018-Present
  • Theatre Guild of Rockingham County Executive Board, 2014-2023

Timeline

Principal Project Manager, cPMO/IMO - INSTRUCTURE
04.2025 - Current
Senior Project Manager, cPMO/IMO - INSTRUCTURE
05.2022 - 04.2025
Senior Customer Success Project Manager - INSTRUCTURE
10.2020 - 05.2022
Manager, Customer Success - INSTRUCTURE
07.2020 - 10.2020
Team Lead, Customer Success / Strategic CSM - INSTRUCTURE
09.2019 - 07.2020
Strategic Customer Success Manager - INSTRUCTURE
01.2018 - 09.2019
Director of Digital Learning, Professional Development & Media - ROCKINGHAM COUNTY SCHOOLS
01.2007 - 01.2018
University of North Carolina at Charlotte - M.Ed., Instructional Systems Technology
Appalachian State University - B.A., Spanish