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Dana Conner

Dallas,Texas

Summary

Versatile and customer-oriented Project Manager with 13+ years of experience in solving complex problems within unique and high-pressure situations. Working with cross-functional teams while owning all stages of the project lifecycle. Executing multiple projects with high attention to detail that exceeds expectations. Able to maintain excellent organization and communication skills and to ensure client satisfaction.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification

Work History

PROJECT MANAGER/OWNER

Artistry By Dana Conner
02.2010 - Current
    • Built and maintained long-term relationships with 100+ clients by implementing their needs from initial phase to completion of each project.
    • Organize multiple projects simultaneously in fast-paced settings and coordinate multiple schedules to ensure customer satisfaction.
    • Collaborate weekly with 3 cross-functional teams to resolve project issues, mitigate scheduling, and budgeting risks.
    • Create detailed project timelines, propose new and innovative solutions resulting in 10% increase in annual revenue.
    • Hire, develop, and manage 15+ artists to successfully deliver desired objectives while increasing team performance.
    • Execute projects to meet deadlines consistently by communicating with 100% of stakeholders and artists regarding changes and updates to ensure project delivery.

VOLUNTEER PROJECT MANAGER

Emmett J. Conrad High School, Nonprofit Organization
06.2022 - 07.2023
    • Oversaw all aspects of planning the National PTA School of Excellence program to improve family engagement and students' academic success resulting in a two-year School of Excellence designation.
    • Strategized with administrators and community partners to develop annual leadership programs for 400+ economically disadvantaged students.
    • Planned multiple strategic projects simultaneously while prioritizing tasks successfully completing 30+ community events within two quarters.
    • Organized monthly meetings with 10 team members to delegate tasks, identify challenges, convey expectations, and resolve communication concerns.

VOLUNTEER PROJECT COORDINATOR

Ben Milam School – Nonprofit Organization
01.2017 - 05.2019

    • Exceeded expectations with 30+ teachers and administrators in delivering all projects on time.

    • Initiated and managed a highly successful Room Parent project for two years resulting in improved parent engagement by 55%.

    • Organized a team of parents to assist staff members with weekly informational packets improving office function efficiency by 35%.

    • Conducted monthly meetings with stakeholders to raise funds for student enrichment programs.

Education

High School Diploma -

St. Pius X High School
Downey, CA

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Project Management
  • Microsoft Office
  • Critical thinking
  • Risk management
  • Research
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Customer service
  • Time management skills
  • Agile Methodologies

Certification

Google Project Management: Professional Certification, Coursera - October 2023

  • Foundation of Project Management
  • Project Initiation: Starting a Successful Project
  • Project Planning: Putting It All Together
  • Project Execution: Running the Project
  • Agile Project Management
  • Capstone: Applying Project Management in the Real World


Full Circle Leadership Certification, Texas PTA - July 2022

  • Full Circle Leadership Development Course

Additional Information

School of Excellence Designation - National PTA (2022 - 2024)

Unsung Hero Award - Emmett J. Conrad High School (April 2023)

Honorary Life Membership : In Recognition of Distinguished Service to Children and Youth - Texas Congress of Parents and Teachers (April 2022)

Outstanding Volunteer Service Award - Ben Milam Elementary School (May 2019)

Timeline

VOLUNTEER PROJECT MANAGER

Emmett J. Conrad High School, Nonprofit Organization
06.2022 - 07.2023

VOLUNTEER PROJECT COORDINATOR

Ben Milam School – Nonprofit Organization
01.2017 - 05.2019

PROJECT MANAGER/OWNER

Artistry By Dana Conner
02.2010 - Current

High School Diploma -

St. Pius X High School
Dana Conner