Lisa Evans
Van Alstyne,TX
Summary
Experienced Senior Project Manager gifted at meeting tight deadlines, driving business opportunities and working well in team-based environments. Engaging and personable to manage key milestones and deliver exemplary customer service.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Project Manager
Cal/Amp
01.2019
- Migrate all Print and Report distribution systems from the Mainframe to LRS PCX on a Cloud based environment
- Migrate all Print and Report distribution systems from the Mainframe to LRS PCX on a Cloud based environment
- Program managed multiple SaaS product migrations which include a range of applications designed for connected fleet and asset management, supply chain and automotive markets
- The CalAmp Telematics Suite of applications includes AssetOutlook, FleetOutlook, GovOutlook and iOn for fleet and asset management, as well as the SC iOn Command Portal, designed for supply chain visibility
- Projects include moving all upgraded AssetOutlook SW product customers to new AWS Cloud platform; worked with Marketing/HW/SW teams to make Top 5 US SaaS/DaaS products available for International Sales.
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
- Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track.
AVP, Senior Program/Project Manager
First United Bank
01.2020 - Current
- Working with PMO on various projects in different areas of the bank including IT (Datacenter Relocation and Enterprise SSO, Created Ongoing process for Silverlake Annual Release), Digital Ops (Chose Vendor to Sell Credit Card Portfolio to and currently Converting Second Phase) Product (Completed Stand-up of Product Development Department) and Marketing (Website Redesign).
- Managed projects efficiently, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results.
- Streamlined communication channels between departments, facilitating better collaboration on projects across the organization.
Senior Project Manager
Neiman Marcus
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Migrate all Print and Report distribution systems from the Mainframe to LRS PCX on a Cloud based environment
- Migrate all Print and Report distribution systems from the Mainframe to LRS PCX on a Cloud based environment
- Migrated all Print and Report distribution systems from the Mainframe to LRS PCX on an AWS Cloud based platform
- Identified about 3,500 valid print jobs out of initial 25,000 still in queue
- Brought in to work with outside vendor to get project back on track and documentation up to date
- Built out project plan and tracked corresponding tasks in JIRA using Agile methodology.
Program Manager
NTTDATA
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Drove project management support activities for the GDPR (General Data Privacy Regulation) Readiness project
- Worked with cross-functional project team comprised of IT, Enterprise Security, Legal (internal and external), Integration and Procurement
- Worked with Information Security team to certify that all personal data was secure in AWS Cloud environment
- Performed analysis and preparation of GDPR related data such as questionnaire analysis; GDPR documentation housed in SharePoint
- Presented regular updates at project team meetings with key stakeholders
- Partnered with Legal and IT leaders to identify and define data policy and process improvements
- Prepared and communicated with executive management regarding implementation progress; key risks; mitigation factors; and future plans to manage significant risks
- Tracked and followed up on GDPR project related action items to maintain project progress.
Program Manager
Cisco Systems, Inc.
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Engagement Manager supporting IOT Team
- Worked with customers, Product Managers, Advanced Services, Business Units, Service Readiness Engineering, Business Development Managers, and Account teams to identify and develop service opportunities and act as the subject matter expert in TS Solution Support services and technologies
- Worked across practice verticals with the Solution BU’s, Architects, Network Consulting Engineers, Partners, and Customers to define project requirements and develop the level of effort for TS Solution Support services
- On-boarded Amazon with a custom solution support service.
Senior Project Manager
Active Network
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Managed an international, dedicated team that included 2 Business Analysts, 2 Technical Account Managers, 20 International Developers and 2 QA Specialists in support of a $6 million contract for a major US sports association providing software/web development oversight
- Projects included a national communication center that is also mobile ready, streamlining the tournament registration process and creating/enhancing various reports
- All projects tracked in JIRA.
Project Portfolio Manager
Texas Capital Bank
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, implementation, budget, execution and completion of complex projects ensuring consistency with company strategy, commitments and goals
- Project Management capabilities across the following project types: Agile and Waterfall methodologies, Vendor Integration, Data Warehouse, SDLC projects, Information Security Compliance
- Managed multiple PM’s and BA’s mainly focused on Process Improvement and Infrastructure projects delivering Enterprise Level Infrastructure Solutions including upgrading/enhancing internal financial/business systems
- Worked with management to determine direction/policies of new PMO organization
- Managed 8-10 projects at a time maintaining budgets, forecasts, project schedules using Daptiv PPM tool
- Team Lead for Process Improvement and Infrastructure project managers to ensure everyone was following the same processes to accomplish goals, maintain communication and track progress
- Managed a $3 million infrastructure project which upgraded the company’s mortgage lending system “Warehouse Now” which touched on every department of the bank.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TexasSkills
- Vendor Management
- Risk Mitigation
- Cross-functional Teams
- Security and Compliance
- Proficient in MS Project, Visio, JIRA, Daptiv, Smartsheets, Google Docs, MS Office Suite including SharePoint
- Project Planning
- Scope Management
- Client Relationship Management
- Project plan development
- Program Management
- Performance Improvement
- Schedule Management
- Stakeholder Relations
- Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
- Scheduling and Coordinating
Websites
Certification
- IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL) V3 Foundation Certificate in IT Service Management
- Project Management Professional (PMP) Certified through Project Management Institute (PMI)
- PMI Citizen Developer (PMI CD) Foundation Certified through Project Management Institute (PMI)
Volunteering
Lead Budget Finance Specialist Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity, Inc. Jan 2021 -Present · 3 yrs 6 mos
- Provide guidance on 20 Chapter budgets on the creation and maintenance of operating budgets over $5 million, resulting in stronger financial health and better spending practices.
Timeline
AVP, Senior Program/Project Manager
First United Bank
01.2020 - Current
Senior Project Manager
Cal/Amp
01.2019
Senior Project Manager
Neiman Marcus
01.2018 - 01.2019
Program Manager
NTTDATA
01.2017 - 01.2018
Program Manager
Cisco Systems, Inc.
01.2016 - 01.2017
Senior Project Manager
Active Network
01.2015 - 01.2016
Project Portfolio Manager
Texas Capital Bank
01.2012 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance
Texas Tech University