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Shane Larsen

Operations Coordinator
South Jordan,UT

Summary

A highly organized and results-driven Operations Coordinator with extensive experience in project management, team leadership, and process optimization. Skilled in the successful planning, execution, and management of projects and operational strategies in fast-paced environments. Strong background in team collaboration, vendor relations, and cross-department coordination. Proven ability to improve operational efficiency and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Contract Project Manager

Specialty Devices Corp.
South Jordan, Utah
07.2023 - Current
  • Oversee multiple projects, ensuring they meet deadlines and stay within budget.
  • Collaborate with contractors and internal teams to monitor and manage performance and progress.
  • Develop and implement strategies for continuous improvement across operations.

Technical Integrations Project Manager

PCF Insurance
12.2021 - 12.2022
  • Company point of contact for all agency technological integrations.
  • Developed Department Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Increased department project output by 783% in 1 year. (yes, these are real numbers)
  • Member of Shared Services responsible for 3,830% growth over previous 3 year cumulative.
  • Liaison for executive management teams to plan, develop and execute technical business strategies for 150+ agencies.
  • Facilitated Scrum framework – sprint planning, backlog grooming, daily scrums, sprint reviews and sprint retrospectives.
  • Served as technical liaison, supporting C-Suite management, operations, procurement, sales and marketing, quality assurance and supply base.

Technical Operations Manager

Specialty Devices Corporation
06.2014 - 12.2021
  • Managed end-to-end operations for the company, focusing on team success, workflow efficiency, and cost reduction.
  • Developed and streamlined operational procedures, resulting in a 48% increase in revenue.
  • Implemented agile practices and led a team towards consistent under-budget performance (20% annually).
  • Collaborated with various departments to ensure cohesive project execution.

Owner

Executive Security & Surveillance, LLC
Murray, UT
09.2002 - 05.2014
  • Oversaw all operations, including finance, marketing, and HR, for a growing security hardware business.
  • Managed business development, including recruiting, training, and hiring key personnel.
  • Achieved 30% annual growth over 4 consecutive years through strategic planning and operational excellence.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT
08.2014 - 05.2016

Positive Psychology - Psychology

University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT
08.2014 - 05.2016

Project Management Professional, PMP -

Project Management Institute
Newtown Square, PA
05.2001 -

Certified Scrum Master, CSM - Agile Project Management

Platinum Edge
Las Vegas, NV

Lean Six Sigma Certification -

Six Sigma Global Institute
Boston, MA
05.2001 -

Certificate - Project Management

Harvard University
Cambridge, MA
05.2001 -

Timeline

Contract Project Manager

Specialty Devices Corp.
07.2023 - Current

Technical Integrations Project Manager

PCF Insurance
12.2021 - 12.2022

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

University of Utah
08.2014 - 05.2016

Positive Psychology - Psychology

University of Utah
08.2014 - 05.2016

Technical Operations Manager

Specialty Devices Corporation
06.2014 - 12.2021

Owner

Executive Security & Surveillance, LLC
09.2002 - 05.2014

Project Management Professional, PMP -

Project Management Institute
05.2001 -

Lean Six Sigma Certification -

Six Sigma Global Institute
05.2001 -

Certificate - Project Management

Harvard University
05.2001 -

Certified Scrum Master, CSM - Agile Project Management

Platinum Edge
Shane Larsen Operations Coordinator