Beth Hutchings

Experience

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  WHIZBANG TECHNOLOGY, LLC

  Sept 1999 - Jun 2001

  Quality Assurance Specialist

  • Quality assurance specialist for data that was discovered by the search tools at Whizbang! Labs before it was launched onto Flipdog.com.

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  IBM

  Jun 2001 - Jul 2009

  • Project manager of internet and software performance testing for customers worldwide. Created test plans, schedules, budgets, and full test scope for each project. Was the liaison between test specialists, developers, and customers, directing all meetings and coordinating troubleshooting tasks. Led the creation, execution, and wrap-up of the full software performance test process. • Tested various Internet applications on their performance by placing a specified workload and monitoring requested characteristics using IBM’s SET and HP LoadRunner. Created a team user’s guide for all procedures performed during testing.

  • Project Manager Performance Test

    Apr 2003 - Jul 2009

  • Performance Test Specialist

    Jun 2001 - Apr 2003
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  Headgate Studios

  Aug 2012 - Sept 2015

  Project Lead - Data & Test

  • Researched and created thousands of mapping routes used in adventure sports nationwide for the launching of the Bivy mobile application. Assisted with coordinating and executing user testing of the app before launch.

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  Happy Cultivated

  Jul 2015 - Aug 2019

  Marketing and Communications Specialist

  • Designed and maintained website presence for multiple small businesses and bloggers with a focus on SEO and Google ranking.• Created and drove the social media presence for various small businesses. One of the businesses grew to over 100,000 active subscribers on YouTube and continues to increase. • Built a money-making travel blogging business from the ground up that highlights travel destinations for families.

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  Walmart Global Tech

  Aug 2019 - Oct 2023

  • Drives several complex programs, specifically geared towards global delivery and operation of retail and e-commerce technology, focusing on both internal large cross-functional programs, as well as commercialization efforts for checkout solutions with external vendors.• Leads cross-functional teams towards technical solutions for retail by understanding and detailing requirements through the entire project lifecycle. Manages schedules, identifying risks, and clearly communicating them to project stakeholders. Show less • Organized and executed planning of all technical in-store readiness and support for Walmart’s Black Friday events for two years, including alignment of over 100 teams.• Proactively and effectively communicates program statuses, identifying potential risks and setbacks, and developing mitigation strategies• Constantly striving to develop best practices in a changing and dynamic environment to ensure on-time delivery. • Ensures program documents are complete, current, and available for staff and leadership review. Show less

  • Staff Technical Program Manager

    Mar 2021 - Oct 2023

  • Senior Technical Program Manager

    Aug 2019 - Mar 2021
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  Walmart

  Oct 2023 - now

  Merchandising Director

  Lead the strategy, development, and execution of innovative fintech payments solutions that enable precise SKU-level eligibility substantiation for designated funds across Walmart’s ecosystem. Drive impactful programs focused on expanding access to key benefit systems, including SNAP, WIC, HSA/FSA, and Medicare Advantage.Key Responsibilities: • Program Leadership: Design, develop, and implement scalable fintech payment programs, ensuring seamless integration with Walmart’s omnichannel platform (in-store, online, and app). • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as the business liaison with internal engineering, product, and merchandising teams, as well as external partners, to ensure successful program implementation and optimization. • Stakeholder Engagement: Build and manage relationships with agencies, vendors, and partners to align on compliance, technical requirements, and program success metrics. • Strategic Alignment: Collaborate across departments to drive innovation and ensure programs align with Walmart’s mission to provide seamless, equitable access to essential benefits for customers. • Impact Measurement: Analyze and report on the success of fintech program implementations, continuously identifying opportunities for improvement and scaling. Show less