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Laura Heyser

Summary

Adept at steering complex projects to success, I excel in strategic planning and relationship building, as evidenced by my tenure at Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. My approach combines rigorous project management with effective stakeholder engagement, driving productivity enhancements and fostering cross-functional collaboration without compromising on objectives.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior RevOps Project Manager

N2y Dba Everway
11.2024 - Current


  • Overseeing implementation of new project management software, facilitating more efficient workflow and better project tracking.
  • Collaborating closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
  • Establishing and manage change management processes to fulfill successful project transitions.

Senior Project Manager, Marketing

N2y
01.2021 - 11.2024
  • Adapted quickly to unexpected challenges or obstacles encountered during project execution, devising creative solutions without compromising objectives.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans, identifying risks and mitigation strategies for timely completion.
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Nurtured strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, building trust and credibility that facilitated smooth collaboration on shared goals.
  • Spearheaded process improvement initiatives that resulted in increased productivity and streamlined workflows across departments.

Senior Project Manager, Marketing

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
03.2010 - 12.2020


  • Monitored project progress, identified risks and implemented corrective measures to acquire success.
  • Championed innovative approaches when faced with complex problems or opportunities requiring non-traditional thinking.
  • Spearheaded process improvement initiatives that resulted in increased productivity and streamlined workflows across departments.
  • Oversaw large portfolio of projects to support teams, report progress, and influence positive outcomes for key stakeholders.
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with stakeholders, including clients and partners, ensuring smooth project execution and increased trust and partnership.

Education

Master of Arts - Experimental Psychology

University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, CA

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Illinois Wesleyan University
Bloomington

Skills

  • Project management
  • Project planning and development
  • Relationship building
  • Strategic planning
  • Workflow planning
  • Advanced problem solving
  • Risk management
  • Project scheduling
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Presentation development
  • Webinar planning and production
  • Verbal and written communication

Certification

  • Project Management Professional (PMP) - Project Management Institute.

Timeline

Senior RevOps Project Manager

N2y Dba Everway
11.2024 - Current

Senior Project Manager, Marketing

N2y
01.2021 - 11.2024

Senior Project Manager, Marketing

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
03.2010 - 12.2020

Master of Arts - Experimental Psychology

University of California, San Diego

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Illinois Wesleyan University
Laura Heyser