Ginamarie Young
Lockport,IL
Summary
Lead program management professional with strong expertise in storage infrastructure and migration work. Skilled in driving substantial cost savings and enhancing data center efficiency. Known for adaptability, problem-solving, and fostering collaborative work environments. Proven track record of driving projects to successful completion while aligning with organizational goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Program Manager
ATT
01.2013 - Current
- Continually manage the development and execution of two major strategic initiatives focused on enhancing storage efficiency, tech refresh, and asset decommissioning.
- Expert in SAN director and storage infrastructure, leading technical efforts to migrate off storage (flash and spinning disk arrays; Cisco and Brocade directors)
- Spearhead storage modernization, driving over $10M in power and maintenance savings, enhancing data center efficiency.
- Established strong relationships with stakeholders while tracking and reporting program result, ensuring alignment of goals and expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
- Collaboration with data center resources and vendors to streamline hardware removal and network disconnection.
- Mentored and supported 3-6 FTE and contractors to create strong workplace culture.
- Leveraged industry trends and best practices to inform innovative approaches in program design and execution.
- Increased program efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing strategic project management methodologies.
- Conducted post-project evaluations to identify areas of success, lessons learned, and opportunities for improvement in future initiatives.
- Applied data-driven decision-making techniques to guide program strategy adjustments as necessary for optimal results.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall program effectiveness and achieve desired outcomes.
- Monitored project budgets closely, identifying cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or timelines.
- Coordinated efforts among various departments involved in the implementation of complex programs, resulting in seamless collaboration.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, setting clear objectives, milestones, and resource allocation for successful execution.
Project Manager
Collabera Inc. Contracted for ATT
03.2011 - 12.2012
- Successfully managed 10-15 projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects with budgets up to $28M.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team's ability to deliver results.
- Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
- Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
- Fostered a culture of innovation and creativity within the project team, leading to improved problem-solving capabilities and enhanced outcomes.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communication
Illinois State University
Normal, IL05.2004
Skills
- Client Relationship Building
- Project management
- Training and mentoring
- Project planning
- Scope management
- Stakeholder communications
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Cross-functional collaboration
Timeline
Lead Program Manager
ATT
01.2013 - Current
Project Manager
Collabera Inc. Contracted for ATT
03.2011 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communication
Illinois State University
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