Mukti Patel
Woodside
Summary
Seeking a challenging role as a Project Management Associate at Lockheed Martin to leverage exceptional business experience and contribute to the success of customer missions. Committed to collaborating within a dynamic and cross-organizational team culture while utilizing strong communication abilities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Operations Associate – Space Systems
Lockheed Martin
08.2023 - Current
- Lead operations and cross-functional coordination with internal departments and external partners, including sponsorship management and contract execution.
- Serve as owner and administrator of SharePoint On-Premise and Microsoft Teams; streamlined team collaboration and governance using advanced SharePoint solutions and automated workflows.
- Designed custom MS List-based calendars with JSON formatting; introduced Power Platform tools to enhance team productivity and data integrity.
- Spearheaded development of 3D demo content by leveraging design expertise for high-impact stakeholder engagement.
- Collaborated with Data Scientists and Analysts on enterprise Power BI reporting using a semantic model connected to Dynamics 365 CRM. Authored custom DAX measures and created a reusable report design system, including custom JSON themes and SVG iconography.
- Developed four executive-level dashboards that directly influenced VP-level business decisions across the organization.
- Initiated and currently lead development of a low-code/no-code Power Platform application (“Sync App”) to streamline executive-level partnership inquiries, replacing fragmented Excel and email workflows with an integrated solution combining Power Apps, SharePoint Online, Power Automate, and embedded Power BI.
- Designed the Sync App to support mobile-first, persona-based UI and intelligent automation; Phase 2 will include CRM (D365) and AI/Copilot integration.
- Championed digital transformation efforts that caught the attention of executive leadership across Space Strategy and Business Development.
Freelance Designer and 3D Artist
Self-Employed
New York
11.2014 - Current
- Leveraged an extensive network of highly skilled craftsmen within New York City's renowned garment district and beyond to design and produce intricately tailored couture gowns, commanding prices of $8,000 to $12,000.
- Hired to create and lead a webinar for Newell Brands, a company with 32,000+ employees, focusing on ancient textile manufacturing techniques and showcasing practical features of the jacquard mechanism. The event was attended by the Head of Global Business Services at Newell Brands.
- Provided garment manufacturing companies with meticulously engineered garment patterns using advanced 2D software, achieving exceptional accuracy and surpassing client expectations with minimal revisions needed in over 80% of cases.
- Served as a highly effective 3D consultant for garment manufacturers in Manhattan and Brooklyn, resulting in 30% reduction in sample making expenses and streamlining processes for significant cost savings and improved efficiency.
Co-Founder
Fashinspire
New York
06.2012 - 11.2014
- Formed a dynamic startup team and spearheaded the creation of a real-time product configurator through the implementation of advanced automated photogrammetry techniques.
- Chosen as one of the top 20 finalists for the prestigious Entrepreneurs Roundtable Accelerator (ERA) program in NYC from a pool of 1000+ applicants, demonstrating product promise and impactful networking.
- Hand-selected to deliver a compelling pitch for Fashinspire at the Microsoft NYC headquarters during an event hosted by ERA and the late angel investor, John Ason.
Supervisor and Head Bartender
Sheraton JFK
New York
12.2013 - 06.2014
- Consistently generated approximately $2000 in nightly sales as a bartender and server, leading to a promotion to the role of restaurant supervisor within two months.
- Cultivated a loyal clientele and regularly received top-notch ratings, including numerous 5-star reviews on TripAdvisor, highlighting dedication to excellence and creating a positive impact on the establishment's reputation.
- Recognized for exceptional work ethic and contributions at the hotel through a personal letter from a visiting Sheraton corporate leader.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Fashion Design
Parsons School of Design
New York06.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
University of California, Davis
Davis06.2006
Skills
- Power Platform applications
- Data analysis and visualization
- Process automation
- Business intelligence solutions
- DAX and JSON expertise
- Dataverse management
- SharePoint Online and On-Premise
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- Dashboard creation and management
- Microsoft Teams collaboration
- MS Lists organization
- Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro)
- 3D fashion design software
- UI wireframing and prototyping
- Demo creation and presentation
- Dynamics 365 functionality
- Project planning and execution
- Risk management strategies
- Team leadership skills
- Marketing analysis techniques
- Effective presentation delivery
- Document development expertise
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail
Professional Development
Microsoft Power Platform, Ongoing Training with Reza Dorrani, 01/01/22, Present, Completed 20+ advanced, 5-hour expert-led Power Platform sessions, including real-time Q&A and project walkthroughs., Learned and implemented complex Power Apps concepts: delegation, responsive design, patching, dynamic forms, gallery/data control, and model-driven vs. canvas apps., Mastered Power Automate workflows: approval patterns, advanced expressions, REST API integration with SharePoint, Dataverse, and cloud flow security best practices., Designed and optimized enterprise-grade Power BI integrations within apps and dashboards; applied Power Fx extensively across projects., Built practical apps including help desk solutions, inquiry pipelines, and custom integrations using Graph API, Power BI visuals, and dynamic flow patterns., Integrated AI Copilots, form generators, and solution accelerators using Plan Designer for end-to-end low-code architecture.
Timeline
Business Operations Associate – Space Systems
Lockheed Martin
08.2023 - Current
Freelance Designer and 3D Artist
Self-Employed
11.2014 - Current
Supervisor and Head Bartender
Sheraton JFK
12.2013 - 06.2014
Co-Founder
Fashinspire
06.2012 - 11.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Fashion Design
Parsons School of Design
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
University of California, Davis
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