KELLY BALLEZA
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Talented professional considered knowledgeable leader and dedicated problem solver. Brings 25 years of valuable expertise to forward company objectives. Attentive to detail with experience in coordinating projects, programs and improvements.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager, PMO
FinThrive
Plano, TX
05.2018 - 03.2026
- Led cross-functional teams of 5-10 members across operations, IT, and business units to deliver 10+ projects annually, achieving 95% on-time delivery while maintaining strict budget adherence
- Developed and executed end-to-end project plans, including scope definition, scheduling, and stakeholder alignment
- Facilitated risk management and mitigation planning, reducing project delays and improving overall delivery reliability
- Mentored and coached 5+ project managers and coordinators, improving team productivity and contributing to faster project onboarding and knowledge transfer
- Monitored project lifecycle performance using KPIs, milestone tracking, and status reporting ensuring quality deliverables and successful project outcomes
Product Implementation Analyst
FinThrive
Plano, TX
01.2001 - 05.2018
- Analyzed client requirements to design effective implementation strategies and workflows.
- Converted operational and business requirements into documents and specs for developers.
- Conducted system testing and validation to ensure reliability and compliance with specifications.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet deadlines and exceed expectations.
- Conducted thorough testing of implemented solutions, ensuring optimal performance and minimal issues postlaunch.
- Documented system defects and collaborated with engineering teams to resolve technical issues and enhance platform performance.
- Resolved complex technical issues through diligent troubleshooting, improving overall system functionality.
- Delivered detailed documentation on implementation processes and procedures, facilitating knowledge transfer across the team.
Skills
- Data analysis and reporting
- Cross-functional collaboration & leadership
- Project management
- Coaching and mentoring
- Advanced problem solving
- Risk management
- Relationship building
- Project scheduling
- Project planning and development
- Advanced understanding of Smartsheet, Salesforce, and Microsoft Office
Accomplishments
- Successful Project Delivery: Led team to deliver 10+ projects yearly, achieving 95% on-time completion.
- Enhanced Team Productivity: Mentored 5+ team members, boosting productivity by 30%.
- Risk Mitigation Success: Reduced project delays by 20% through effective risk mitigation planning.
- Operational Efficiency Boost: Improved operational efficiency by 15% through process analysis and improvements.
STRENGTHS
- Organization & Multi-Task Management: Organized professional with a strong ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and project activities simultaneously
- Effective Team Leadership: Mentored 5+ team members, increasing productivity by 30% through coaching and guidance.
- Requirements Documentation & System Validation: Proficient in gathering business requirements, creating technical specifications, and supporting system testing and validation to ensure software solutions meet operational and regulatory standards.
Timeline
Project Manager, PMO
FinThrive
05.2018 - 03.2026
Product Implementation Analyst
FinThrive
01.2001 - 05.2018