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Diana Gentile

Summary

  • Certified project manager and scrum master with over a decade of experience leading moderate to highly complex projects.
  • Experienced in account management and executive communications with demonstrated success.
  • Acknowledged for the capacity to understand customer business requirements and to analyze innovative technical solution alternatives using agile project management methodologies.
  • Knowledgeable with the Agile Work Breakdown Structure process to simplify large epics and facilitate story pointing discussions.
  • Collaborate with the project team to identify, assess, and mitigate project risks.
  • Acquainted with medical insurance industry regulations; HIPAA, ERISA, COBRA

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Director

Little Bear's Adventure Center
Portland, CT
10.2018 - 12.2023
  • Revitalized a struggling daycare center, achieving full capacity within six months through strategic transformations and effective management strategies.
  • Created and implemented policies and procedures ensuring adherence to state regulations for optimal compliance.
  • Implemented technology to streamline communication with families, enhancing efficiency and establishing improved connections.

Business Project Program Manager

The Hartford (Aetna Group Benefits Acquisition)
Hartford, CT
10.2015 - 10.2018
  • Guided agile teams to success by providing strategic direction and fostering collaboration for streamlined and efficient project outcomes.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in translating complex business and technical terms into clear, concise language, cultivating a shared understanding among stakeholders.
  • Facilitated customer implementation success through impactful demonstrations of new digital assets.

Sr. Business Project Manager

UnitedHealthcare
Hartford, CT
12.2013 - 10.2015
  • Initiated proactive engagement with product owners, actively influencing and driving solution development.
  • Strategically planned operational readiness, ensuring comprehensive coverage across all operational functional areas for seamless execution.
  • Collaborated with functional managers and cross-functional teams to meticulously identify all workflow processes and interdependencies for project optimization.

Sr. Business Project Manager

UnitedHealthcare
Hartford, CT
07.2010 - 12.2013

The Enterprise Decommission Program successfully decommissioned over 300 targets resulting in over $350M in net Benefits to UHG.

  • Served as the principal point of contact for client projects, establishing effective day-to-day communication and showcasing executive presence in leading presentations.
  • Led the determination of the overall analytical approach and structure for the work stream, resulting in the successful definition and delivery of key deliverables.
  • Participated in the development of program strategies.

Business Manager Employer Installation

UnitedHealthcare
Hartford, CT
09.2007 - 07.2010
  • Ensured timely implementation of new business and renewal policies, meeting high-quality standards with specific turnaround times.
  • Actively participated in issue resolution and spearheaded process improvement initiatives, contributing to enhanced operational efficiency.
  • Reviewed and analyzed staff quality metric results, implementing individualized remediation plans to enhance overall performance and ensure quality standards.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Eastern Connecticut State University
Willimantic, CT

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Staff Management
  • Project Management
  • Operations Management
  • Policy Development
  • Resource Allocation
  • Root Cause Analysis

Timeline

Director

Little Bear's Adventure Center
10.2018 - 12.2023

Business Project Program Manager

The Hartford (Aetna Group Benefits Acquisition)
10.2015 - 10.2018

Sr. Business Project Manager

UnitedHealthcare
12.2013 - 10.2015

Sr. Business Project Manager

UnitedHealthcare
07.2010 - 12.2013

Business Manager Employer Installation

UnitedHealthcare
09.2007 - 07.2010

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Eastern Connecticut State University
Diana Gentile