Kathy Plastich

Kathy Plastich

Sr. Project Manager

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Senior Project Manager * Coach/Mentor * If I Believe, I’ll Achieve

  • Education

    • Ryerson University

      2001 - 2004
      Certification Project Management

      Project Management Certification from Ryerson University (affiliated with the PMI S. Ontario Chapter) (2004)

    • York University

      1984 - 1987
      H. Ba Kinesiology/Sociology
  • Experience

    • MEI

      Jan 2000 - Apr 2007
      Sr. Project Manager

      • Lead retail and trade promotion implementation for North American CPG Clients (including Warner Lambert-Pfizer, Cadbury, Kraft Canada, Lorillard Tobacco)• Strategically and smoothly managed global roll outs for European Services (including Kellogg’s and Heinz UK)• Communicated effectively with all stakeholders to anticipate and resolve any issues with a strong response plan before any escalation was required

    • Skura Corporation

      Apr 2007 - Oct 2008
      Sr. Consultant

      • Consulted on best practices and strategies in areas of Project Management, Quality Assurance, and Training Delivery for North American pharmaceutical clients (including Johnson&Johnson, Jansen Ortho, Boehringer Ingelheim, American Red Cross)• Provided direct support and lead PM and QA initiatives • Created custom excel summary tracking status reporting with statistical and visual elements for clients to better understand data reports

    • Learning Momentum Inc.

      Nov 2008 - now
      Managing Director / Sr Project Manager

      SR. PROJECT MANAGER CONSULTANT at Fresche Solutions2017-Oct 2022• Led small to large agile delivery teams on complex 1-3 year digital transformation projects• Managed and directed teams until they reached “performing” phase, to transition into servant leader/coaching role• Communicated directly and transparently to all team members and clients on difficult topics or strategic issues, providing resolutions without the need for escalation to executive sponsors• Developed new and built on existing documentation, resources and templates to improve processes and optimize workflowSR. CONSULTANT at Barrick Gold2008-2017• Support learning and development initiatives through small-large scale e-learning solutions to improve knowledge transfer and engagement• Maintained up-to-date knowledge in emerging technologies and trends in the e-learning industry• Manage all stages of the digital learning development lifecycle including needs analysis, storyboarding, digital learning design, content development, delivery and maintenance for quality assurance and a smooth training experience• Ensure digital learning solutions incorporate best practices in adult learning, the 70/20/10 framework along with inclusive design to align with DEI initiatives Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • ITIL Foundation Certification

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Volunteer

      Issued by YMCA of Greater Toronto on Sept 2009
      YMCA of Greater TorontoAssociated with Kathy Plastich