Desiree Steele
Sr. Program Manager
WALDORF,MD
Summary
Results-driven Sr. Program Manager with expertise in project leadership, strategic planning, and cross-functional team management. Proven record of driving product development initiatives and optimizing resource allocation to enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr.Program Manager
Medical Device Innovation Constortium
10.2018 - 07.2026
- Developed and implemented strategic program plans aligned with organizational goals in medical device innovation.
- Led cross-functional teams to drive product development initiatives and streamline project timelines.
- Analyzed project performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and optimize resource allocation.
- Managed risk assessment processes to mitigate potential challenges during project execution phases.
- Facilitated communication among stakeholders to ensure alignment on project objectives and deliverables.
- Mentored junior program managers, fostering professional growth and enhancing team capabilities.
- Coordinated regulatory compliance efforts to ensure adherence to industry standards and best practices.
- Spearheaded process improvement initiatives that enhanced operational efficiency across multiple projects.
- Facilitated stakeholder communication, leading to improved alignment between business objectives and program goals.
- Managed cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products within scope and budget constraints.
- Established clear performance metrics for tracking program success, enabling informed decision-making processes throughout each project's duration.
- Cultivated strong relationships with external partners, ensuring effective collaboration on joint projects and initiatives.
- Led process improvement initiatives by conducting thorough analyses of existing workflows, identifying bottlenecks and redundancies that hindered progress toward established targets.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify potential issues early in the project lifecycle, mitigating potential delays or setbacks.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, resulting in successful on-time delivery of multiple programs.
- Mentored junior staff members, contributing to their professional growth and fostering a positive work environment.
- Enhanced team collaboration by implementing agile methodologies for better project execution and adaptability.
- Tracked and reported program results to customers and stakeholders to facilitate change management activities.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives within the organization, driving efficiency gains across all projects.
- Coordinated large-scale events such as conferences or product launches, securing valuable brand exposure and generating significant leads for sales teams.
- Devised tools and benchmarks to improve team performance and monitor production.
- Launched staff engagement, gender diversity and cultural programs in addition to robust reporting tool that increased operational quality.
- Established performance metrics to evaluate project success, guiding future strategy adjustments.
Assistant, Conference and Convention Division
American Society of Health-System Pharmacist
02.2012 - 10.2017
- Coordinated daily operations of departmental projects to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Developed training materials and resources for staff onboarding processes.
- Managed scheduling and logistics for workshops and seminars to optimize attendance.
- Assisted in research initiatives by compiling data and summarizing findings effectively.
- Streamlined communication between departments, improving collaboration on key projects.
- Led cross-functional meetings to address project updates and resolve challenges proactively.
- Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and a proactive a proactive teamwork attitude.
- Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance with specific aspects of business operations.
- Assisted the manager in all aspects of business operations.
- Safeguarded sensitive information through proper documentation handling, data entry, and record maintenance procedures.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly mastering new software applications for various tasks.
- Increased efficiency by implementing new processes and providing administrative support to management.
- Enhanced team communication through effective scheduling, meeting coordination, and correspondence management.
- Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve shared goals in a timely manner.
- Facilitated smooth project execution by managing deadlines, resources allocation, and progress updates.
- Contributed to project success, coordinating logistics and resources for multiple concurrent projects.
- Optimized expense tracking, significantly reducing overhead costs by meticulously reviewing and reconciling monthly expenses.
- Supported senior management to make informed decisions, conducting thorough market research.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing exceptional administrative support and resolving issues efficiently.
- Enhanced team collaboration, implemented centralized digital platform for document sharing and communication.
- Streamlined document preparation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards.
- Followed detailed directions from management to complete daily paperwork and computer data entry.
- Proofread and edited documents for accuracy and grammar.
- Performed wide-ranging administrative, financial and service-related functions.
- Planned and coordinated logistics and materials for board meetings, committee meetings, and staff events.
Coordinator, Membership and IT Services
Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology
03.2011 - 05.2011
- Led strategic planning efforts to enhance organizational response to infectious disease outbreaks.
- Facilitated communication between stakeholders to ensure alignment on public health initiatives.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive databases for tracking epidemiological research.
- Coordinated infection prevention training programs for healthcare professionals.
- Streamlined reporting processes, improving accuracy and timeliness of data dissemination.
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
Interim Assistant Business Developer
Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology
05.2011 - 02.2012
- Developed strategic partnerships with healthcare organizations to enhance infection prevention initiatives.
- Facilitated training programs for healthcare professionals on best practices in infection prevention.
- Conducted market research to identify emerging trends in infection control and epidemiology.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement innovative solutions for public health challenges.
- Increased client base by identifying new business opportunities and implementing strategic sales approaches.
- Streamlined internal processes to increase efficiency and productivity within the business development team.
- Created reports and presentations detailing business development activities.
Program Management Asst., Electronic Records
The National Archives
01.2005 - 09.2010
- Coordinated project timelines and deliverables for archival initiatives.
- Managed communication between departments to streamline program operations.
- Assisted in developing training materials for staff on archival practices.
- Conducted research to support program development and historical preservation efforts.
- Facilitated workshops to educate stakeholders on archival resources and tools.
- Coordinated communication between departments, facilitating seamless information flow and collaborative decision-making.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, ensuring all key milestones were met as scheduled.
- Managed documentation for multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring all files were well-organized and easily accessible.
- Supported project teams with resource allocation, leading to smooth project execution.
- Contributed to the development of program goals and objectives, aligning them with organizational strategies.
- Participated in the development of training materials to enhance employee skills and knowledge related to program management practices.
- Provided administrative support for meetings and workshops, fostering a productive work environment for team members.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Identified and recommended changes to existing processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and quality service.
- Assisted in the development of e-Learning courses to train electronic record users.
- Provided support to the Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) and Configuration Management (CM) teams.
- Assisted with coordinating and prioritizing the life of electronic records nationally and globally.
- Worked closely with software engineers to develop two electronic record archive systems to ensure all federal records were sent, transferred and preserved.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications
Delaware State University
Dover, DESkills
Project leadership
Scope management
Strategic planning
Project integration
Cross-functional team leadership
Coaching junior staff
Risk management
Team engagement strategies
Program alignment strategies
Training and mentoring
Employee engagement
Strategic goal development
Accomplishments
- Used ASANA and Smartsheet to develop project tracking
- Pilot Development Contributor, "Pilot Report Study: Accelerate Sustainable Capability (ASC) published in 2024 as part of U.S. Food and Drug Administrations Collaborative Community
- Contributor to Corrective and Preventative Action (CAPA) Process Improvement #makeCAPAcool Program white paper in 2023 as part of U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Collaborative Community
- Contributor to the Science of Patient Input (SPI) development of Patient Centered Benefit-Risk (PCBR) Framework
- Mentor and advisor to Medical Device Innovation Consortium Internship Program
- Charter Member of the Office of Information Technology Services Mentoring Program Steering Committee
Timeline
Sr.Program Manager
Medical Device Innovation Constortium
10.2018 - 07.2026
Assistant, Conference and Convention Division
American Society of Health-System Pharmacist
02.2012 - 10.2017
Interim Assistant Business Developer
Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology
05.2011 - 02.2012
Coordinator, Membership and IT Services
Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology
03.2011 - 05.2011
Program Management Asst., Electronic Records
The National Archives
01.2005 - 09.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications
Delaware State University