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Patrick Lanier Stephens

STONE MOUNTAIN,GA

Summary

Summary of Qualifications Business Analysts, Project Manager Account Manager Proven technical skills with a focus on taking initiative for implementing complex projects. Experienced in delivering high-level consulting services to Fortune 1000 companies. Thorough understanding of leading technologies and the processes associated with their roll-out. Certified in key technology toolsets and methodologies. Development of creative solutions Strong commitment to cooperative teamwork IBM Mainframe Flash-Systems Project Manager / ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) IT Logistics Analyst Major IT conversions & Major system rollouts 19 years in computer support industry 4 years of Information Technology Security 5 years of Network & Support Administrator 6 years’ experience supervising IT staff Technical Account Manager with more than 10 years of hands-on experience in software development and web technologies to support enterprise accounts. Develops and promotes value realization that translates into closed new business, renewal, and upsell opportunities. Proven record of successfully proposing technical solutions by presenting complex concepts in easy to understand terms and building strong, long-lasting relationships with senior executives and project level resources. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance. Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

IBM Technical Account Manager

IBM 6303
01.2019 - Current

Technical Account Manager

  • I Serves as a guide for resolving problems, planning upgrades, solving multi-vendor issues
  • I work closely with Sales Professionals at their companies to offer advice about product features to highlight during pitches and ways to increase customer retention
  • Providing technical support to customers before and after-sales
  • Evaluating customer needs to suggest upgrades or additional features
  • Training customers to use their products
  • Answering product-related queries in a timely manner
  • Maintaining customer relationships and ensuring customer satisfaction
  • Providing remote technical support, data analysis and responding to customer calls, questions via multiple pathways including Live Chat, Call back and Product Call Home
  • Performing system health checks and assisting on general configuration questions
  • Collaborating with other support groups to ensure seamless problem resolution.

Technical Solution Manager

IBM, Premier Storage Team
09.2012 - 12.2019
  • My Role and Responsibilities, Discuss full spectrum of job expectations and duties from perspective of manager, colleagues, clients, business partners, and affiliated IBMers (such as the TA, SME/PFE Teams, premium administration, etc)
  • Acts as a focal point into the IBM organization and works with you in the navigation of IBM Software and Hardware Support structures
  • I Perform initial problem determination and problem source identification and will engage appropriate specialist support resources when required
  • Monitor the status of your problem management records (Sales Force) submissions for systems covered under Premium Support Services
  • Conducts Sales Force Cases review and provides proactive support and recommendations
  • Assist in the code recommendations and proactive items for the customers environment
  • Will also engage with other IBM Support personnel to resolve complex issues.

Area Network Specialist

IBM Storage
11.2007 - 09.2012

Storage Area Network

IBM
  • Specialist is to provide remote technical support assistance to client and, technical personnel on multiple products within the Storage Area Network (SAN) environment.

Education

Associate of Science - Information Technology

USF & United Electronics Insitute
Tampa, FL
05.1985

Skills

  • Provide Remote Technical Software and Hardware – Diagnose failing Components
  • Network – Knowledge of SAN (Storage Area Networks including fiber optic switches, routers
  • Switches – Brocade, Cisco MDS
  • IBM Large Mainframe Systems & Flash Systems
  • Education / Career Skills
  • Continuing Education classes on:
  • Disaster Recovery Planning Process
  • Storage Area Network Administration
  • Switches (Cisco / Brocade)
  • IBM Tape Library (TS7770/TS4500/)
  • Customer Care
  • Training and Mentor Team Members

Certification

Microsoft Certified Professional Disaster Recovery Brocade BCFA (Certified Fabric Administrator) Flash-Systems Certified Professional

Timeline

IBM Technical Account Manager

IBM 6303
01.2019 - Current

Technical Solution Manager

IBM, Premier Storage Team
09.2012 - 12.2019

Area Network Specialist

IBM Storage
11.2007 - 09.2012

Technical Account Manager

Storage Area Network

IBM

Associate of Science - Information Technology

USF & United Electronics Insitute
Microsoft Certified Professional Disaster Recovery Brocade BCFA (Certified Fabric Administrator) Flash-Systems Certified Professional
Patrick Lanier Stephens