Joe Leno
Wharton,NJ
Summary
Experienced digital transformation strategist with a proven track record in corporate leadership, strategy consulting, digital transformation strategy and leadership, and entrepreneurial endeavors. Strong skills and pragmatic know-how for optimizing, aligning, and leading teams that deliver high-performance results balanced with low-risk approaches. Blending strategic and operational experience and skills to collaborate with C- and board-level stakeholders to effectively support the business priorities, maximizing profitability, increasing efficiencies, reducing complexities, leveraging assets, and developing/retaining skilled teams of professionals. Quality-focused Principal Consultant successful at managing customer expectations and delivering exceptional results built on extensive industry knowledge and abilities. [Number] years of industry experience with expertise in planning and implementing solutions that consistently meet and exceed expectations.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Digital Transformation Strategy – Principal Consultant
Cognizant Microsoft Business Group (through New Signature acquisition)
01.2019 - 06.2023
- Influenced key decision makers to engage with Cognizant to reimagine their digital experience for employees, customers, and partners
- Educated clients on Microsoft capabilities, solutions, and industry-specific offerings
- Implemented Digital Strategy Roadmap development methodology for extended digital strategy team
- Pitched and sold to Fortune 500 clients including Bain & Company, Charter Communications, and The Hartford Insurance Group
- Designed and led Organizational Change initiatives synchronized with technology initiatives to incentivize the adoption of new technologies and usage methods with performance metrics to validate progress and success
- Built teams for the Solution & Advisory Consulting team to grow competencies with fellow Practices to enrich New Signature’s strategic programs for our clients
- Identified client business challenges and goals, then develop digital solution roadmaps to realize that vision
- Strategically aligned with Microsoft Account Team to identify additional opportunities for Cognizant, including securing Microsoft funding for new initiatives
- Collaborated with Cloud+ teams within Cognizant to enhance and expand upon multi-cloud strategies within client environment.
- Built strong relationships with clients, fostering long-term partnerships and repeat business.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing tailored consulting solutions for their specific business needs.
- Mentored junior consultants, providing guidance and support for professional development.
Principal & CEO
JML Consulting Group
02.2018 - 06.2019
- Pragmatic and solution-oriented adviser and business leader focused on delivering results and value to clients through digital transformation strategy and delivery.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders to foster trust, collaboration, and commitment to shared goals.
Vice President Consulting Operations
CMK Select LLC.
07.2013 - 02.2018
- Headed success-aligned talent organization, optimizing service delivery and enhancing operational performance.
- Grew business over 40% in 3 years
- Negotiated high-value contracts that maximized profitability while mitigating risks for the organization.
Founder, Managing Partner, and Chief Digital Strategist
Enspirix, LLC
12.2003 - 06.2013
- Led and grew digital transformation consulting firm delivery strategy and delivery services for Fortune 100 companies such as Pfizer, Home Depot, and ITT.
- Established a successful business by identifying market needs and developing innovative solutions.
- Led the strategic planning process to define business goals and ensure alignment across all departments.
- Grew business from 1 client to $6.8 million per year in 5 years
Education
Bachelor of Art, BA, Interactive Communications Design -
University of Charleston
Skills
- Business Strategy
- Organizational and Operations Leadership
- Digital Transformation Leadership
- Service / Solution Design and Delivery
- Business Process Outsourcing (BPO)
- Program Management & Operational Execution
- IT Readiness
- Alignment Maturity
- Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences
- Consumer Products
- Financial Services Industries
- Digital Transformation
- Technology Implementation
- Organizational Development
- Strategic Planning
- Team Leadership & Development
Timeline
Digital Transformation Strategy – Principal Consultant
Cognizant Microsoft Business Group (through New Signature acquisition)
01.2019 - 06.2023
Principal & CEO
JML Consulting Group
02.2018 - 06.2019
Vice President Consulting Operations
CMK Select LLC.
07.2013 - 02.2018
Founder, Managing Partner, and Chief Digital Strategist
Enspirix, LLC
12.2003 - 06.2013
Bachelor of Art, BA, Interactive Communications Design -
University of Charleston
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