Experience

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  United states air force

  Mar 1981 - Oct 2001

  Career aviator (non-pilot)

  Aircrew member in USAF C2ISR platforms specializing in Airborne Communications and Tactical Data Links. Deployed throughout the world providing real-time Intel, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance to theatre commanders. Instructor-Qualified in the E-3A/B/C AWACS aircraft and the E-8A/C Joint STARS aircraft. In addition to primary flying duties, I served as the platform requirements representative for the communications systems and worked directly with the prime contractors on a frequent basis.

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  Tasc inc.

  Oct 2001 - Mar 2014

  It program manager

  Provide Program Management support to a wide variety of programs across Applications, Security, and Infrastructure areas of focus. Support IT Portfolio Management, Change Management, and Business Engagement activities. Lead Cross-Functional projects and programs. Establish and maintain relationships with IT vendors.As the ITPM, I would oversee all major IT Projects and either lead or mentor the Project Manager to successful completion. As the IT Supplier Relationships Manager, I cataloged and maintained contacts with Vendors regularly used by the CIO organization and established and maintained positive business relationships with existing and new vendors. Conducted Program Management Reviews (PMR) and top-to-top level Supplier reviews. I was with TASC over 12 years and was proud to be a part of the leadership and management team. Show less

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  Lowe's companies, inc.

  Apr 2014 - Jul 2017

  As a member of the Enterprise Strategic Sourcing group, I am responsible for the end-to-end management of the HR, Legal, Corporate Aviation and Travel Categories. Working closely with the IT and Professional Services Category Managers, my team will ensure all Strategic Sourcing needs are met and aligned with corporate goals and objectives. I am responsible for Contract Management, Spend Analytics, Supplier Management, and Sourcing events e.g. RFI, RFQ, and RFP. Responsible for managing a significant portion of the corporate IT Strategic Partners. The IT Strategic Partner Management team is developing a collaborative governance model to ensure timely, two-way feedback in an effort to strengthen our relationships with our Strategic Partners.The team works closely with the IT Category Management team and the Program/Project Management teams to ensure a streamlined IT Sourcing process.

  • Senior Category Manager - HR, Legal, Corporate Aviation and Travel

    Oct 2015 - Jul 2017

  • IT Strategic Partner Manager

    Apr 2014 - Sept 2015
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  Sealed air corporation

  Aug 2017 - Feb 2018

  Senior it vendor manager, software

  Responsible for Global IS/IT sourcing, contract negotiation, procurement, and vendor management for the software portfolio. Sealed Air Corporation creates a world that feels, tastes and works better. In 2014, the Company generated revenue of approximately $7.8 billion by helping our customers achieve their sustainability goals in the face of today’s biggest social and environmental challenges. Our portfolio of widely recognized brands, including Cryovac® brand food packaging solutions, Bubble Wrap® brand cushioning and Diversey ® cleaning and hygiene solutions, enables a safer and less wasteful food supply chain, protects valuable goods shipped around the world, and improves health through clean environments. Sealed Air has approximately 25,000 employees who serve customers in 175 countries. To learn more, visit www.sealedair.com Show less

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  Commscope

  Feb 2018 - May 2020

  Senior it project manager

  As a Senior member of the IT PMO I am responsible for managing medium to large scale IT Projects and Programs. Providing oversight and governance to IT projects for IT and IT supporting the business. Act as a thought leader in the organization and mentor other Project Managers as the organization develops and matures. Lead cross-functional teams to achieve IT and Corporate Strategic Objectives.CommScope (NASDAQ: COMM) helps companies around the world design, build and manage their wired and wireless networks. Our network infrastructure solutions help customers increase bandwidth; maximize existing capacity; improve network performance and availability; increase energy efficiency; and simplify technology migration. You will find our solutions in the largest buildings, venues and outdoor spaces; in data centers and buildings of all shapes, sizes and complexity; at wireless cell sites and in cable headends; and in airports, trains, and tunnels. Vital networks around the world run on CommScope solutions. CommScope enables communication through a constant focus on innovation, agility and integrity. • We drive innovation in networks and technologies with high-performance, high-quality products. • We help our customers solve business challenges and adapt to change quickly. • We operate with integrity to deliver strategic growth opportunities for our customers, value to our owners, and a thriving, collaborative culture for our diverse employees. Show less

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  Freelance

  May 2020 - Oct 2020

  Personal sabbatical

  Taking time to explore the United States and seek educational, professional, and volunteer opportunities. Seeking that perfect work-life balance either remotely or in a new location.

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  Teksystems

  Oct 2020 - now

  Providing IT Technical Project Management consulting services to L.L. Bean, Inc. Providing IT Technical Project Management consulting services to Bank of America.

  • Sr IT Technical Project Management Consultant

    Mar 2022 - now

  • Sr IT Technical Project Management Consultant

    Oct 2020 - Mar 2022