Valdi Venter, PMP

Experience

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  NT Dynamics, CC

  Jan 1988 - Dec 1999

  Owner | Project Manager | Technical Trainer | Lead Engineer

  • Identified and resolved network-related issues and streamlined network performance.• Helped client IT teams with planning, upgrading and implementing technology infrastructures.• Included clients in Namibia, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast, and Nigeria.

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  Quest Diagnostics

  Mar 2000 - Aug 2006

  • Honored as “Top IT Customer Support Professional” and for contributions to the Quest Diversity Program.• Saved $2.4 million over three years after identifying system inefficiencies in the OptiMaxx imaging system.• Spearheaded consolidation of a data center and merger of Internet and Intranet websites.• Planned, tested, and executed large IT projects in the Web Infrastructure environment. Webmaster: Responsible for I-Net infrastructure design, implementation and maintenance.

  • Senior IT Project Manager

    Apr 2005 - Aug 2006

  • I-Net Services

    Mar 2000 - Apr 2005
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  SAPOR Group

  Jan 2007 - Mar 2013

  IT Manager

  • Reduced IT operating costs significantly as a result of introducing strategic process improvements.• Afforded additional revenue opportunities for in-house developed software by leasing the software to a dealer network.• Created and implemented strategic information technology plans that encompassed Exchange, SQL, Small Business Server, CRM, and WorkFlow Management. • Documented a new IT environment, including network schematics, troubleshooting procedures and configurations, and disaster recovery / business continuity processes.• Resulted in reducing IT operating costs by 25%.• Lowered vendor calls 80% by training internal staff members to resolve IT issues. Show less

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  Ethemba Finance CC

  Jan 2012 - now

  Owner | Partner

  Ethemba Finance provides financial solutions for the rental of asset-based equipment such as office automation, surveillance, telecommunications and IT equipment.Rental finance allows for the use of equipment that is key to the operations of a business. It is not capitalized, resulting in “off balance sheet financing” and is accounted for as an operating expense, reducing your tax liability and improving your financial ratios.

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  Levacog (Pty) Ltd.

  Jan 2013 - now

  Owner | Partner

  Levacog (Pty) Ltd. owns and manages residential rental properties in the greater Johannesburg (South Africa) area.

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  Multimedia Solutions

  Apr 2013 - Mar 2014

  Client Engagement Manager

  • Created websites and applications for corporate customers such as KPMG, one of the big four auditors, including for desktop and mobile, featuring adaptive and responsive designs.• Spearheaded web development for the corporate site of Standard Motor Products, Inc. as well as its brands site using parallax web design, with both sites available in English, Spanish and French.• Revamped the website of Sterling National Bank on multiple occasions, including leading a turnaround prior to its merger with Provident Bank and also managed creation of its new site following the merger.• Managed the Paul Weiss maintenance and support account, eliminating backlogged items, implementing processes and procedures to build client collaboration and remain proactive.• Ensured on time, on budget completion with high quality delivery of major projects. • Served as Account Manager, writing the business specifications and spearheading all testing initiatives.• Led the local and offshore (India and South Africa) design and development teams. Show less

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  Part-Time Consulting

  Apr 2014 - Aug 2016

  Consultant

  • Provided product development and project management services to small and medium sized companies.• Analyzed requirements; planned solutions; chose vendors; negotiated contracts; and managed projects.• Created a unique application known as WordPro to serve high school students, in underserved communities, struggling to master the English language. WordPro is available for purchase in the Apple and Google Play stores.• Designed the application using digital flash card technology and map to the high school curriculum.• Developed a $250,000 (USD) budget for marketing, as well as to hire a developer, designer and voice artist. Show less

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  LearnPro Academy

  Aug 2016 - now

  Founder | Product Manager

  • LearnPro started as part of our UMass graduate coursework• LearnPro is focused on developing educational products for mobile devices and online platforms• Lead development and execution of product vision and strategy• Lead product roadmap and concept development• Provide product development and project management oversight• Manage the cross-functional teams and off-shore resources• Lead business and systems requirements gathering• Responsible for new business development (new products and new markets)• Provide oversight for marketing research, focus groups, pilot programs, etc.• Coordinate marketing activity for the specific niche markets for each product Show less

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  Expert Technology Solutions (Pty) Ltd.

  Jan 2019 - now

  Owner | Director of Operations

  Planning, directing, and coordinating the day-to-day operations of the company across the following departments:- HR Management: Staffing, Training, Disciplinaries, Payroll- IT Management: Staff, Maintenance of internal IT structures and platforms- Technical Management: Scheduling, installations, maintenance, training, Health & Safety- Fleet Management: Services, maintenance, repairs, licensing, insurance- Housekeeping and Facilities Management: Housekeeping, building maintenance and repairs- Finance: Budget management, asset & liability insurance, shareholder insurance, sales reports- Legal: Draft policies, draft and review contracts, liaison with attorneys- Sales Director: Support this function as needed- Managing Director: Support this function as needed Show less