JADA L-SMITH

Project Manager responsible for multiple projects across all areas of the company. Lead for the pod, running SCRUM, and dedicated to delivering excellent results.

• Worked with cross-functional teams, effectively managing the success of multiple implementation projects utilizing agile methodology and CRM technology.
• Responsible for managing the execution of business workflows, strategic alignment, and team vision within the engineering and applications pods.
• Held bi-weekly financial calls to provide updates on: project timelime, budget, high-level needs, etc..
• Held accountable to OKRs and KPIs for projects and performances.
• Successfully completed 30+ projects.
• Managed multiple stakeholders, contractors, and team members' relationships to accomplish project activities.
• 95% of projects were delivered at or under budget.
• Onboarding engineering consultants and contractors, while objectively ensuring they are deeply familiar with business objectives.
• Accountable for collaboration and updates to key stakeholders of the project, both internally and externally. Very comfortable working with C-suite executives.

Executive leader responsible for the management of multiple teams, projects, and business development.

> Began as a BD Project Coordinator and promoted after 1.5 years of exceptional leadership and service.

• Created and maintained instructor materials, such as course outlines, syllabi, course schedules, and training aids.
• Spearheaded a major initiative for company growth via community engagement.
• Responsible for the management of sales, forecasting revenue, negotiating client deals, and financial planning.
• Conducted regular status meetings for clear communication of progress updates, risk assessments, and action items among team members.
• Collaborated closely with stakeholders to gather requirements, define project scope, and establish realistic timelines.
• Successfully managing and executing over 100 projects, and facilitating bi-weekly PM meetings to ensure success.
• Accountable for ensuring the morale of clients, employees, and students remained positive.
• Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, training, motivation, and retention strategies that supported organizational goals.
• Organized company recruiting and marketing events.
• Daily use of CRM, PMS, and Microsoft Office software.
• Established a solid reputation as a trusted advisor by consistently exceeding client expectations through exceptional service delivery.
• Streamlined communication channels for better collaboration with cross-functional teams, resulting in enhanced project efficiency.

• Responsible for discovering new clients and developing meaningful relationships.
• Accountable for researching and remaining up to date with marketing strategies, current trends, and financial regulations.
• Utilized KPIs for hitting milestones, project quality, and providing updates to stakeholders.
• Ensured the efficiency of each project from start to finish through clear communication, precise organization, and great teamwork.
• Developed a sales strategy and training program that became a company standard.
• Daily use of Salesforce, Monday, and Google Suite programs.