Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Awards And Recognition
Accomplishments
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M. Dassan

Frisco,TX

Summary

Accomplished senior executive with 22+ years of experience in client engagement, talent acquisition, and IT architecture. Specializing in strategic planning and cross-functional leadership, proven track record in managing complex projects and optimizing operational efficiencies through innovative technologies. Expertise in regulatory compliance and business growth strategies, leading diverse teams to deliver high-impact solutions, driving revenue optimization, and enhancing client satisfaction in dynamic and competitive environments.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification

Work History

VP of Client Engagement & Delivery

9to9 Software Solutions
01.2018 - Current
  • Led coordination among 34 teams for a large-scale migration project for Motorola's QA automation, securing a production support contract and outperforming a major tier-one vendor.
  • Integrated RPA technology in 2019, overseeing a $1.75 million migration project, enhancing system design and budgeting throughout the software development life cycle.
  • Played a crucial role in staff augmentation by directly liaising with clients, leading discussions for numerous RFPs, and ensuring top-notch service delivery.
  • Oversaw operations generating $31 million annually, integrating CRM systems, QuickBooks Enterprise, and Workday to enhance efficiency in staff augmentation projects.
  • Managed payroll and budgeting processes for four IT divisions, ensuring effective financial allocations within set budgets. Negotiated and resolved compliance issues in migration-related roles, implementing AI-driven recruitment strategies that significantly enhanced hiring processes.
  • Modernized AS400 systems by upgrading green screen applications to web interfaces using LANSA Integrator, Profound UI, and Rocket Terminal Emulator, improving usability and operational efficiency for manufacturing clients.
  • Migrated AS400 workloads to IBM Power Systems Virtual Server and implemented IBM i Access Client Solutions to enable seamless data integration, advanced analytics, and scalable disaster recovery for critical business operations.
  • Represented the company at state and employment compliance meetings, successfully merging multiple DEI programs for clients, ensuring regulatory adherence.
  • Managed a diverse client portfolio, including E
  • TRADE and Google, directing strategic initiatives for revenue growth, market expansion, and brand alignment.
  • Secured high-profile client proposals and won multiple RFPs for tech roles with Google, resulting in new placements and product lines.
  • Implemented AI-driven chatbots and predictive analytics for clients like Western Digital and KLA, improving candidate experience and reducing operational costs.
  • Led cross-functional teams to enhance software development processes and deliver high-quality solutions.
  • Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.

IT Director

Talus Partners
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Engaged with high-profile clients, including ISO New England Inc., Boehringer Ingelheim, and MassMutual Financial Group, to strengthen client relationships and secure high-value contracts.
  • Developed and delivered C-level executive proposals, winning key RFPs and fostering long-term business relationships, notably with the Knights of Columbus.
  • Led the preparation and submission of numerous RFPs, successfully securing substantial new business for major projects. Established and managed offshore teams, optimizing project costs and delivering high-quality software solutions for clients like Stanley Black & Decker.

Project Owner

CVS
01.2013 - 01.2018
  • Architected and led development projects, collaborating with multiple scrum teams, engineering managers, and architects to deliver robust technology platforms.
  • Spearheaded the FEP migration project valued at $35M, managing over 100 team members to ensure seamless integration and compliance with federal standards.
  • Implemented innovative HL7 solutions, earning a Breakthrough Award for enhancing clinical data exchange and operational efficiency.
  • Directed the integration of legacy systems with Oracle Healthcare, optimizing system performance and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
  • Led the successful adoption of ISO 27001 in the Pharmacy IT division, significantly mitigating data breach risks and ensuring HIPAA compliance.
  • Managed the deployment of Microsoft technologies and developed disaster recovery plans, improving system efficiency and data accuracy.
  • Delivered 23 high-governance projects on time and within budget, including re-engineering and Medicaid initiatives.
  • Ranked at exceeding expectations for 4 consecutive years, winning 3 PBM awards for zero defects delivery.

Project Lead

Royal Bank of Scotland
01.2006 - 01.2011
  • Led end-to-end software development, deployment, and application integration on the AS400 platform using advanced tools, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality solutions.
  • Defined project scope, dependencies, deliverables, critical paths, resources, and budgets, applying appropriate project management methodologies based on project needs and stakeholder alignment.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans covering quality, risk, and communication, tracked execution, and managed stakeholder engagement throughout the lifecycle.
  • Created detailed Application and Technical Design Documents, conducted code reviews, and performed integration testing to ensure robust and compliant implementations.

Programmer

Satyam Computer Services
01.2003 - 01.2005
  • Delivered high-performance enterprise solutions using AS400 technologies like RPG IV/ILE, CL, DB2, and SQL, enhancing cross-platform communication and data orchestration through Oracle middleware tools.
  • Managed ILE activation groups to optimize memory usage and process isolation, improving performance for Warehouse Management System (WMS) modules such as inventory control, shipping, and order management.
  • Enabled concurrent processing of complex EDI transactions, resulting in improved order receipt and inventory updates while reducing system conflicts and instability.
  • Applied Oracle middleware tools to ensure real-time data synchronization and enhanced interoperability between AS400 and modern enterprise systems.

Education

Master of Computer Applications -

University of Madras
01.2002

Bachelor of Computer Science - undefined

University of Madras
01.1999

Skills

  • Client Engagement & Relationship Building Strategic Talent Acquisition & Retention Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI)
  • Project Management & Delivery Compliance & Regulatory Management Business Growth & Revenue Optimization
  • IT Architecture & Development, Cross-functional Collaboration, Team Leadership & Development, Strategic Planning & Execution, Data Protection & Cybersecurity, Oracle Middleware Infusion, Azure Infrastructure Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Oracle Primavera, MPP Project Planning & Costing, Disaster Recovery SOA Compliance Leadership in Migration Projects, Advancement in RPA Technology, Vendor & Contract Negotiation Process Improvement Initiatives, C-Level Presentations

Certification

  • Mainframe Certified - IBM Certified Institute, Satyam
  • Project Management Techniques Certification - HP Company
  • HIPAA Certified - CVS
  • Artificial Intelligence Basics Certification - Simplilearn
  • Change Management Training & Certification - HP/CVS
  • Midrange - Satyam
  • Six Sigma (GB) Training - Satyam Computer Services Ltd.

Awards And Recognition

3 PBM Awards for Zero defects delivery as PO

Breakthrough award CVS for Exceptional performance for tenure of 5 years

Tier1 Supplier award App share

Accomplishments

  • Migration Success | Efficiency
  • Led a large-scale QA automation migration for Motorola, coordinating across 34 cross-functional teams and implementing a robust Selenium-based framework. Successfully outpaced a major tier-one vendor in both quality and delivery timelines, which directly led to securing a multi-year production support contract. The initiative improved test coverage, reduced defect leakage in production, and significantly accelerated release cycles.
  • Revenue Generation | Acquisition
  • Led post-acquisition operations for multiple companies, including the successful integration of enterprise CRM systems that streamlined workflows and enhanced cross-company collaboration. This strategic consolidation supported consistent annual revenue generation of over $12 million. Established unified reporting and client engagement processes, improved invoice and consultant tracking via QuickBooks and Workday, and accelerated service delivery timelines—directly strengthening client satisfaction and business scalability
  • Compliance | Governance
  • Led a $35M Federal Employee Program (FEP) migration project at CVS, ensuring federal compliance and operational efficiency, achieving a higher rate improvement in claims management capabilities.

Timeline

IT Director

Talus Partners
01.2019 - 01.2020

VP of Client Engagement & Delivery

9to9 Software Solutions
01.2018 - Current

Project Owner

CVS
01.2013 - 01.2018

Project Lead

Royal Bank of Scotland
01.2006 - 01.2011

Programmer

Satyam Computer Services
01.2003 - 01.2005

Bachelor of Computer Science - undefined

University of Madras

Master of Computer Applications -

University of Madras
M. Dassan