Highly organized manager with hands-on experience in planning and implementing assigned projects, ensuring timely delivery despite strict time constraints, and looking to utilize strong multi-tasking skills to help the senior team align project objectives with the strategy and ethics of the organization.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Program Manager-SMUD Contractor Network
Efficiency First California
12.2022 - Current
Spearheaded change management efforts during organizational transitions, minimizing disruption while focusing on critical objectives.
Championed continuous improvement initiatives within the organization, driving efficiency gains across all projects.
Facilitated stakeholder communication, leading to improved alignment between business objectives and program goals.
Enhanced team collaboration by implementing agile methodologies for better project execution and adaptability.
Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
Networked in local community to identify business opportunities.
Established clear performance metrics for tracking program success, enabling informed decision-making processes throughout each project's duration.
Improved project efficiency by streamlining communication channels and optimizing resource allocation.
Led process improvement initiatives by conducting thorough analyses of existing workflows and identifying bottlenecks and redundancies that hindered progress toward established targets.
Delivered engaging presentations to stakeholders at all levels, communicating complex information clearly and concisely.
Leveraged industry best practices to optimize program management processes throughout the company.
Operations Manager
KOMP Construction Home Improvements
12.2015 - 11.2022
Set, enforced, and optimized internal policies to maintain demand responsiveness.
Implemented a new inventory management system to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage, and drive-off.
Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue and effectively targeting new markets.
Managed purchasing, sales, marketing, and customer account operations efficiently.
Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications and missed deadlines.
Improved customer satisfaction ratings by ensuring prompt resolution of issues and concerns.
Partnered with vendors and suppliers to manage and budget effectively.
Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
Evaluated employee performance regularly, promoting professional growth opportunities through coaching methods.
Streamlined operational processes by implementing efficient workflow management strategies.
Outreach Specialist - PG&E Energy Upgrade CA
Ecology Action
10.2013 - 12.2015
Strategize and develop customized outreach plans for specific projects with input from PM and team
Tailboard and educate internal and external project crews regarding customer concerns or issues
Route and handle complex customer concerns in a timely and thorough manner - on the phone or in person based on the nature of the concern
Facilitate customer escalations, including legal claims and restoration efforts as needed
Consistently document customer communications
Coordinate and document the completion of outreach, including mailing letters, making phone calls, attending meetings, and door-to-door canvassing
Regularly attend coordination meetings to educate and update on key projects and any customer escalations
Develop and host Open Houses, community-based organization (CBO) presentations, and other appropriate efforts for educating customers proactively regarding programs and projects
Provide development support for and provide training and SME support for partnering organizations
Manage budget expenditures and provide direction and coaching to peers
Collect, coordinate, organize, and deliver outreach plans and deliverables promptly
Utilize resources to prepare and complete outreach, including Google Earth, GIS, CC&B, SAP
Initiate strong working relationships with work-sponsored project managers (PMs)
Mortgage Broker Assistant
Ben Swan, Jr. - Swan Mortgage
06.1999 - 10.2015
Developed an extensive network of referral partners to source new mortgage loan opportunities.
Developed and implemented marketing campaigns to generate new business opportunities.
Confirmed applicants met lender requirements to repay loans by reviewing applications to determine eligibility.
Supported compliance efforts by maintaining accurate records and performing periodic audits of client files for adherence to internal guidelines and regulatory requirements.
Communicated acceptance or rejection to applicants via mail, email, telephone, or personal consultations.
Stayed up-to-date on industry trends and regulations to provide accurate information and guidance to clients.
Analyzed credit reports to assess risk and determine applicants' loan repayment ability.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to continuously enhance knowledge of mortgage products, services, and best practices within the industry.
Provided professional advice on loan applications by interviewing applicants, reviewing applications, and verifying information gathered.
Participated in industry events and conferences to build relationships and gain market intelligence.
Verified applicants’ credit history, personal references, and employment background.
Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues throughout the mortgage process.
Contacted customers via mail, telephone, and email to relay acceptance or rejection of applications.
Communicated with clients, processing teams, and other third parties to achieve prompt loan closings.