Collaborative leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations and supporting meaningful products. Organized and dependable with attention to detail to manage multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Product Operations Manager
USA Today Network, Gannett
Remote
04.2018 - 08.2023
Collaborated with cross-functional teams across vast organization to help improve operational workflow.
As product owner, developed product strategy and road mapping for both display and print to web solutions.
Managed product rollouts, user training, testing and internal communications.
Oversaw product migration for 300+ active newspaper sites from Vendors to internally developed solutions.
Trained and guided 6 team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Senior Product Support Specialist
USA Today Network, Gannett : Formerly ThriveHive
07.2017 - 04.2018
Managed team of 3 Product Support Specialists
Managed vendor relationships
Managed quality assurance for 230+ active newspaper sites
Advocated for product enhancements based on personal expertise and evaluation of customer needs.
Followed up with customers to verify resolution of reported issues and initiated product replacement for unresolved problems.
Product Support Specialist
USA Today Network, Gannett : Formerly Propel Media
04.2015 - 07.2017
Analyzed and applied technical information from interviews with engineers, operators and suppliers.
Executed product solution demonstrations with internal and external users during new releases and troubleshooting calls.
Delivered feedback on troubleshooting guides and contributed to continuous improvement of issue resolution and support processes.
Troubleshot and tested client-reported product defects and liaised with quality assurance for deployment of fixes.
Senior Enrollment Advisor
Eastern Nazarene College
08.2012 - 12.2014
Advised students individually and in groups on academic programs for individual interests.
Pointed students to relevant information about academic and personal support services available on campus.
Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
Oversaw career and job fairs to connect students with area schools and employers.
Enrollment Advisor
Eastern Nazarene College
05.2010 - 07.2012
Provided prospective or new students with information about educational and career planning, college resources and academic programs.
Web author for the Adult Studies webpages and Social Media channels
Proven growth with social media audience
Track all web activity and implement appropriate sales and recruitment strategy using Google analytics
Prepare expense reports, monitor budget
Coordinate meetings; organize college fairs and corporate recruitment events
Design and ordering of supplies for office and promotional products
Technology support for office and students.
Program Director
Jenny Craig Weight Loss Center
07.2008 - 05.2010
Supervised program staff, managing and evaluating performance provide high-quality services to program participants.
Measure client retention and success for accurate inventory and revenue projections
Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
Program Consultant
Jenny Craig Weight Loss Center
12.2004 - 07.2008
Provided one on one customer service support through weekly consultations, with more than 120 clients
Recruitment of former clients, cold calling, and specialized marketing campaigns to meet quotas
Multitasking in fast pace environment with ability to make quick decisions.
Evaluated current processes to develop improvement plans.
Produced detailed and relevant reports for use in making business decisions.
Customer Service Representative
Walt Disney Company
06.2003 - 12.2004
Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
Maintained clean and orderly checkout areas by mopping floors, emptying trash cans and wiping down surfaces.
Education
Master of Science - Management, Marketing Management Research
Eastern Nazarene College
Quincy, MA
05.2010
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Marketing & English
Bryant University
Smithfield, RI
05.2003
Skills
Project Management
Product Development
Product Strategy
Agile Methodology
UX and UI Design
Digital Marketing
Staff Management
Vendor Management
Cost Forecasting
Customer Service
Account Management
Business Development
Timeline
Product Operations Manager
USA Today Network, Gannett
04.2018 - 08.2023
Senior Product Support Specialist
USA Today Network, Gannett : Formerly ThriveHive
07.2017 - 04.2018
Product Support Specialist
USA Today Network, Gannett : Formerly Propel Media
04.2015 - 07.2017
Senior Enrollment Advisor
Eastern Nazarene College
08.2012 - 12.2014
Enrollment Advisor
Eastern Nazarene College
05.2010 - 07.2012
Program Director
Jenny Craig Weight Loss Center
07.2008 - 05.2010
Program Consultant
Jenny Craig Weight Loss Center
12.2004 - 07.2008
Customer Service Representative
Walt Disney Company
06.2003 - 12.2004
Master of Science - Management, Marketing Management Research
Eastern Nazarene College
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Marketing & English
Bryant University
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