Leslie Prowant Simms
Summary
Proactive thought leader and problem-solver, dedicated to the successes the team and organization. Works collaboratively to foster strong partnerships and deliver global cross-functional initiatives. Influences and partners across all levels of the organization, with a goal of learning, understanding and executing business strategy. Excellent relationship builder with a growth mindset and strong communications skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills who continuously strives to learn, expand knowledge and make a difference for those around me. Prides self on being transparent, accountable, disciplined, honest, kind and of high integrity.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Sabbatical
Family Focused
Tampa, FL
04.2021 - Current
Citi, N.A.
March 2001 - April 2021
Communications/Business Development - Senior VP
Citi
02.2018 - 04.2021
- Senior Program Lead for Global Head of Cross Border Employment Tax (CBET) and Payroll Operations within HR Shared Services
- Key leader of project implementation team for Citi's CBET automation tool with PwC
- Execution of quality and timely deliverables, including program materials and presentations for upper management and program sponsors
- Creation of program engagement strategy and end-user training materials
- Administered Global Executive Staff support, including 1:1 training, troubleshooting and month on month executive monitoring
- Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to create Citi specific program materials
- Developed and executed targeted campaigns to raise awareness of Cross Border Employment Tax initiatives and impacting timelines
- Supported development, monitoring and reporting of organization and program goals
Business Office Head Latin America - Senior VP
Citi
07.2016 - 02.2018
- Citi Shared Services Business liaison with regional and global partners for 5 products
- Executed Business Office functions and outputs including; executive presentations, monthly operating reports, business and employee communications, employee engagement, real estate growth planning and financial reviews
- Focused on regional transformation initiatives and strategy for 5 shared services products and Citi Service Centers within region
- Senior member of Tampa Shared Services Leadership Board and Tampa Shared Services People Strategy Board
- Senior business sponsor for Tampa Shared Services Leadership Development Program and mentor for Tampa Site College Internship program
- 2017 Operations & Technology ILead Graduate
Global Communications Head - VP
Citi
02.2014 - 07.2016
- Global Accounts Payable/Enterprise Supply Chain communications head (organization of 2,000+ global employees)
- Creation, implementation and ongoing operational responsibility of global communications strategy, including creation and execution of engagement standards, platforms and global product communications toolkit
- Established global communication platforms; including website, collaborate and SharePoint sites
- End to end creation of executive level presentations, product communications and town hall materials
Business Process Optimization Consultant
Hancock Seed Company
02.2013 - 02.2014
- Identified opportunities to streamline operational processes, improve processing time and optimize management efficiencies
- Collaborated with business owners to create strategy and drive organizational change
Human Resources Compensation Lead - VP
Citi
10.2010 - 02.2013
- Supported Global Operations & Technology (O&T) Compensation team (supporting 110,000+ employees)
- Ownership and oversight for multiple HR projects; including Covered Employees, Market Data and Managing Director promotions
- Responsible for submission of $1MM+ New Hire documentation to Executive Compensation
Global Business Manager - Senior VP
Citi
09.2008 - 10.2010
- Citi Shared Services Global Accounts Payable - Executed all business management functions including reporting, FTE database, KPIs, financial management, metrics and right placement/productivity
- Supported key transformation initiatives globally including migrations and centralizations
Communications and Business Development - VP
Citi
06.2006 - 08.2008
- Managed and executed regional communications for Citi Shared Services Americas CAO
- Responsible for leadership, execution and management of regional projects and programs
Regional Support Services Lead - AVP
Citi
12.2003 - 06.2006
- Chief of Staff supporting Citi Shared Services Latin America Region Head
- Responsible for leadership, execution and management of regional projects and programs
Leadership Development Program - Management Associate
Citi
03.2001 - 12.2003
- Leadership talent program, focused on developing future leaders across Citi through 3 separate 12 month rotations within various areas of Citi Shared Services
- Rotations included Financial Services, Global Procurement and Executive Operations
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of South Florida
Tampa, FLSkills
- Global Cross-Functional Execution
- Leader of Strategic Initiatives & Transformation
- Budgets, Forecasting and Analysis
- Project and Program Management
- Corporate Communications
- Employee Engagement, Mentorship and Leadership
- Executive Presentations
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
Timeline
Sabbatical
Family Focused
04.2021 - Current
Communications/Business Development - Senior VP
Citi
02.2018 - 04.2021
Business Office Head Latin America - Senior VP
Citi
07.2016 - 02.2018
Global Communications Head - VP
Citi
02.2014 - 07.2016
Business Process Optimization Consultant
Hancock Seed Company
02.2013 - 02.2014
Human Resources Compensation Lead - VP
Citi
10.2010 - 02.2013
Global Business Manager - Senior VP
Citi
09.2008 - 10.2010
Communications and Business Development - VP
Citi
06.2006 - 08.2008
Regional Support Services Lead - AVP
Citi
12.2003 - 06.2006
Leadership Development Program - Management Associate
Citi
03.2001 - 12.2003
Citi, N.A.
March 2001 - April 2021
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of South Florida