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Demetria Ali

Atlanta

Summary

Dynamic Technical Program Manager at Microsoft with expertise in Power Platform and a proven track record of delivering operational efficiencies, saving over 6,000 hours annually. Adept at fostering collaboration and driving compliance, I leverage a growth mindset to develop scalable solutions that enhance data integrity and stakeholder alignment.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Technical Program Manager

MICROSOFT
Atlanta
10.2023 - Current
  • Automated Deals and Contract Assist application with Power Automate, saving 4,640 hours annually through intelligent validation and data quality flagging.
  • Streamlined trade business engagement process, achieving an additional 1,500 hours saved annually while enhancing internal collaboration and partner onboarding.
  • Led S360 Security Assessment initiative for MBO Fusion Dev by developing two threat models to ensure compliance with Service Tree cybersecurity standards.
  • Approached complex system design and compliance challenges as learning opportunities, delivering scalable solutions that strengthened organizational resilience.
  • Championed low-code/no-code automation to drive operational efficiency across business applications, reducing manual effort and enhancing data integrity.
  • Engaged in continuous learning through industry conferences, staying aligned with evolving best practices and enterprise innovation trends.

Program Manager

MICROSOFT
Atlanta
09.2020 - 10.2023
  • Onboarded four non-Microsoft teams to democratize MILA platform access, achieving threefold increase in P&L metrics within one quarter.
  • Collaborated with Launch and Mixed Reality teams to enhance launch operations, minimizing tooling duplication and improving resource efficiency.
  • Designed and implemented MILA Data Share PowerApps, adding seven reporting features and reducing report formatting time.
  • Ensured 100% data accuracy in P&L Heatmap reporting by refining tracking structures in Power BI with real-time feedback.
  • Developed and launched MILA Training PowerApps to facilitate onboarding for non-MBO stakeholders, achieving over 70% user adoption.
  • Utilized low-code/no-code approaches to expand reporting and training solutions, enhancing compliance and stakeholder alignment across launches.

Sr. Software Engineer

CONCENTRIX CORP.
Atlanta
01.2014 - 12.2020

Directed comprehensive software development, testing, and deployment for healthcare and insurance platforms.

  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define requirements and implement effective solutions.
  • Oversaw business process management for healthcare claims and Medicare supplement offerings.
  • Conducted client training on GIAS dental systems, re-engaging clients after project delays.
  • Managed product implementation, quality assurance, and testing for compliant, high-impact solutions.

Client Services Team Lead

ADP
Alpharetta
01.2013 - 12.2014

Led implementation and service delivery for over 35 clients in HR, payroll, and benefits solutions.

  • Directed open enrollment planning and system migrations to enhance client onboarding experiences.
  • Recovered $30M high-risk client by streamlining data migration and managing enrollment processes.
  • Ensured compliance with Affordable Care Act as primary liaison between ADP and client teams.
  • Onboarded major Spanish-speaking university, emphasizing platform functionality and user adoption strategies.
  • Recognized as subject matter expert for TAM and complex accounts based on extensive expertise.

Benefits Manger

Core Management Resources Group
Macon
06.2000 - 09.2013

Directed benefits administration and systems projects for over 3,000 members across medical, dental, and 401(k) plans.

  • Managed compliance for self-insured ERISA and Section 125 plans while driving process automation and user training.
  • Created an in-house eligibility system, overseeing requirements, testing, and rollout, achieving $1M in annual savings.
  • Delivered benefits training to all organizational levels, including IT and accounting teams.
  • Developed training materials and web-based programs to enhance benefits literacy and increase platform adoption.

Education

EXECUTIVE MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (EMBA) -

Wesleyan College
Macon, GA

BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE (BAS) DEGREE - Organizational Leadership

Mercer University
Atlanta, GA

Skills

  • Power Platform: Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, Dataverse
  • Microsoft tools: Teams, SharePoint, Office 365
  • Development: JavaScript, Power FX, CoPilot agents
  • Project management tools: Project Management, Loop, OneNote

Certification

  • Microsoft: CoPilot Champ
  • Prosci Change Management
  • Launch Policy

Community Service

  • Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
  • Black at Microsoft Atlanta, Chairperson, Microsoft
  • National Black Arts Festival, Board Member
  • National Black MBA Association Atlanta, VP of Records
  • National Coalition of 100 Black Women, NWGA, 2nd VP Fund Development
  • United Way of Greater Atlanta, AAP Membership Committee Chair

Awards

  • Who’s Who in Black Atlanta, 2016 Edition
  • Leader of Excellence, E3 Magazine
  • Global Rewards & Recognition, Concentrix 2016
  • President’s Award, NBMBAA DC Chapter 2022

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Technical Program Manager

MICROSOFT
10.2023 - Current

Program Manager

MICROSOFT
09.2020 - 10.2023

Sr. Software Engineer

CONCENTRIX CORP.
01.2014 - 12.2020

Client Services Team Lead

ADP
01.2013 - 12.2014

Benefits Manger

Core Management Resources Group
06.2000 - 09.2013

EXECUTIVE MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (EMBA) -

Wesleyan College

BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE (BAS) DEGREE - Organizational Leadership

Mercer University
Demetria Ali