Mark Anderson
Chicago,IL
Summary
Hard working and dedicated Army veteran who is excited about fulfilling his purpose by helping organizations and communities to maintain holistic, innovative, and cutting-edge knowledge on technology. Very flexible network security graduate, who transitioned into project management. By being a project manager and having education in technology and business I was compelled to dedicate myself to fostering community development and promoting growth by educating people about AI. I am passionate about leveraging technology to drive business success and create an inclusive, thriving environment. I am determined to expand my knowledge and contribute to the success of communities all over. I am a talented, self-motivated individual who has proven the ability to learn quickly and work proficient and creates an atmosphere of positivity and efficiency in organizations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Consulting Project Manager
Malo Santo
12.2023 - Current
- Planning, executing, and overseeing 30 projects to completion.
- Recruited new clients and maintained long-term relationships with existing ones like L'Oréal, Mozilla, and Columbia University.
- Recorded data using pivot table and pivot charts using Excel. (5 year experience)
- Researched and analyzed community needs to determine AI's directions and goals.
- Helped with project planning, schedule development, activity coordination, and budgeting for over 30 events.
- Identified project's key stakeholders and communicated with them throughout the duration of the project.
- Modified project plans for a more efficient outcome with organizational objectives.
- Ensured that tasks are completed on time and to a high standard.
- Fostering a cohesive and collaborative team environment.
- Submitted budget estimates, progress reports and cost tracking reports.
- Spoke to community groups to explain and interpret AI's purposes and programs.
- Analyzed proposed legislation, regulations, and rule changes to AI projects.
- Created AI education project plans and established timelines.
- Used PowerPoint to create education proposals and training for clients or staff. (5 year experience)
Heavy Vehicle Operator
US Army
11.2009 - 05.2015
- Managed over 25 employees.
- Ensure timely and accurate reporting of information, handling at least 100 reports annually.
- Operated vehicles weighing over 66,000 pounds and retained complete accountability for assigned equipment valued at $5 million.
- Identify and address individual training needs.
- Mentor and coach junior squad members to develop their skills and careers.
- Maintain effective communication with higher command and within the squad.
- Prepare and submit after-action reports (AARs) and other operational reports, detailing the squad’s activities and outcomes.
- Ran training events for company to fulfill company readiness.
- Updated daily schedules and completed exclusive travel planning for my superiors.
- Examined bills of loading for assignment details; furnished bills, collected payments, and provided receipts to customers upon load or delivery.
- Managed the logistics of at least 500 trips.
Education
Master of Arts - MA - Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Golden Gate University
Bachelor of Science - BS - Business/Information Technology
Golden Gate University
Associate of Arts and Sciences - AAS - Cyber Security/ Network Security
City College of San Francisco
Bachelor's degree - Cyber Security
DePaul University
Skills
- Administrative Processes
- Resource Management
- Team Leadership
- Community Engagement
- Community Outreach
- Data Analysis
- Project Planning
- Personnel Management
- Skill Development
- Team Collaboration
- Program Planning
- Performance Management
- Budget Process
- Project Management
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- Change Management
- Written and verbal communication
- Business Process Improvement
Timeline
Consulting Project Manager
Malo Santo
12.2023 - Current
Heavy Vehicle Operator
US Army
11.2009 - 05.2015
Master of Arts - MA - Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Golden Gate University
Bachelor of Science - BS - Business/Information Technology
Golden Gate University
Associate of Arts and Sciences - AAS - Cyber Security/ Network Security
City College of San Francisco
Bachelor's degree - Cyber Security
DePaul University