Gabriele Horstman
Tyler,TX
Summary
Results-driven Project Management Professional with 7+ years of experience leading diverse technology and infrastructure initiatives. Known for building strong vendor partnerships, coordinating efforts across multiple locations, and delivering projects within scope, budget, and schedule. Experienced in guiding teams through structured and evolving environments, applying practical approaches to scheduling, risk management, and process improvement. Recognized for aligning technical solutions with strategic goals while maintaining clear communication with stakeholders at all levels.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
IT Project Manager, PMO
Liquid Networx
11.2023 - Current
- Oversee multiple complex infrastructure and security projects for clients, including financial institutions, auto distributors, county government agencies, and oil & gas companies.
- Manage priorities across distributed teams, ensuring alignment on scope, schedule, and quality.
- Utilize Smartsheet to develop and maintain integrated schedules, track progress and resource utilization, identify potential delays, and implement risk mitigation strategies to maintain project momentum.
- Increased stakeholder satisfaction by maintaining clear communication channels and providing regular progress updates.
- Achieve high-quality results by closely monitoring project progress against established milestones and KPIs.
M&A Project Manager, IMO
Meriplex
08.2022 - 11.2023
- Managed end-to-end integration of multiple acquired organizations, coordinating infrastructure upgrades, system migrations, and process alignment to ensure seamless business transitions.
- Led geographically dispersed teams of 20+ resources across technical and business functions.
- Facilitated executive and cross-departmental communications to align objectives, resolve escalations, and accelerate decision-making during integration phases.
- Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential project delays or issues.
IT Project Manager, PMO
Meriplex
04.2021 - 08.2022
- Managed cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time, within scope, and under budget.
- Directed a variety of infrastructure initiatives, from network upgrades to data center migrations.
- Coordinated with external vendors to ensure alignment with project objectives and compliance with contractual obligations.
- Facilitated stakeholder meetings to align project goals, expectations, and resource allocation effectively.
- Established risk management strategies to mitigate potential issues impacting project timelines or outcomes.
Service Delivery Coordinator
Meriplex
11.2018 - 04.2021
- Coordinated technology solution rollouts and support for a diverse client base.
- Developed and implemented process improvements to streamline service operations and reduce delays.
- Managed communication between clients and internal teams to ensure service quality and timely responses.
- Oversaw the scheduling of resources, optimizing allocation for maximum productivity in service delivery.
Flight Attendant / CRM Facilitator
Atlas Air
02.2011 - 11.2018
- Facilitated training sessions to enhance team knowledge of operational protocols and safety standards.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability amidst schedule changes, delays, or challenging situations while maintaining a positive attitude.
Education
2024
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01.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
University of Houston
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Skills
- Agile & Waterfall Project Management
- Scheduling & Resource Planning
- Vendor & Stakeholder Management
- Budgeting & Cost Control
- IT Infrastructure & Security
- Risk Mitigation & Compliance
- Process Improvement & Change Management
- MS Project
- Smartsheet
- SharePoint
- Microsoft Teams
- O365
- Lucidchart
- ConnectWise
Websites
Timeline
IT Project Manager, PMO
Liquid Networx
11.2023 - Current
M&A Project Manager, IMO
Meriplex
08.2022 - 11.2023
IT Project Manager, PMO
Meriplex
04.2021 - 08.2022
Service Delivery Coordinator
Meriplex
11.2018 - 04.2021
Flight Attendant / CRM Facilitator
Atlas Air
02.2011 - 11.2018
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Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
University of Houston
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
- Executed a major data center relocation ahead of schedule and without operational disruption, delivering significant cost savings and improved system resilience.
- Directed a full-scale infrastructure upgrade for a healthcare organization generating $2 million monthly revenue, enhancing network performance and security compliance.
- Oversaw a nationwide technology refresh across multiple sites, improving network speed and reliability while minimizing downtime.
- Led seamless integration of multiple acquired organizations, aligning systems and processes with minimal interruption to business activities.
- Earned multiple promotions for consistently delivering complex projects on time, within budget, and exceeding stakeholder expectations.