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Veronica Ogene

Summary

Adept at project management and leadership, I leveraged litigation software expertise and adaptive leadership to help secure the highest settlement for DOJ at CACI. Skilled in team collaboration and project scheduling, I enhanced stakeholder satisfaction and project success, demonstrating a strong ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.


Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Management Consultant

Independent
01.2020 - Current
  • Establish parameters and manage schedule throughout project.
  • Schedule and facilitate meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
  • Enhance overall project success by conducting thorough post-project evaluations and incorporating lessons learned into future efforts, resulting in increased interest and a 50% increase in participation

Financial Services Representative

Independent
01.2011 - 06.2024
  • Leveraged financial planning software to create scenarios that helped clients understand potential investment outcomes.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop integrated financial solutions that met diverse client needs, leading to an increase in revenue of approximately 125% and an increase in clients of about 70%.
  • Organized community financial literacy programs, boosting company's brand presence and attracting new clients.

On-Site Property Manager

Armstrong Management
02.2006 - 12.2009
  • Improved Home owner satisfaction, for a community of approximately 450 homes, by promptly addressing maintenance requests and concerns
  • Implemented and enforced policies and procedures to maintain properties to highest standards.
  • Generated professional networks by engaging in professional, industry and government organizations.

Project Manager

CACI
04.1997 - 12.2005
  • Litigation Support Project Manager on a Department of Justice case that resulted in a settlement of approximately $2 Billion to our client (DOJ).
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.

In-House Counsel

Willbros
06.1995 - 11.1996
  • Conducted research and analysis of specific legal questions and advised business on variety of legal areas.
  • Assessed claims filed against or on behalf of company and worked with outside counsel and management to define and implement strategy.
  • Obtained legal advice to facilitate hiring and staff employment to reach recruitment goals.

Attorney

George Etomi and Partners
09.1993 - 06.1995
  • Drafted comprehensive legal documents such as pleadings, motions, briefs, contracts, wills, and trusts for various clients.
  • Presented compelling oral arguments in court hearings and trials that resulted in favorable rulings for clients.
  • Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues with subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.

In-House Counsel

Nicagem Industries
09.1993 - 06.1995
  • Conducted research and analysis of specific legal questions and advised business on variety of legal areas.
  • Demonstrated command of current and emerging legal developments and provided practical training, communication and advice to stakeholders.
  • Drafted clear and concise governance documents outlining board and shareholder responsibilities, promoting transparency and accountability.

Education

J.D. - Law

Nigerian Law School
Lagos, Nigeria

LLB - Law

Nnamdi Azikiwe University
Anambra State, Nigeria

Skills

  • Project scheduling
  • Project leadership
  • Litigation software proficiency
  • Document review expertise
  • E-discovery management
  • Staff supervision

  • Project management experience
  • Team collaboration
  • Scaling agile
  • Adaptive leadership
  • Servant leadership

Certification

  • Six Sigma Certification
  • Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)
  • AgilePM

Timeline

Project Management Consultant

Independent
01.2020 - Current

Financial Services Representative

Independent
01.2011 - 06.2024

On-Site Property Manager

Armstrong Management
02.2006 - 12.2009

Project Manager

CACI
04.1997 - 12.2005

In-House Counsel

Willbros
06.1995 - 11.1996

Attorney

George Etomi and Partners
09.1993 - 06.1995

In-House Counsel

Nicagem Industries
09.1993 - 06.1995

J.D. - Law

Nigerian Law School

LLB - Law

Nnamdi Azikiwe University
Veronica Ogene