Philip Puleo

Experience

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  Symphony IRI Group

  Jan 1995 - Feb 2000

  Digital Manager

  Capture product images for digital library. Trained staff in PhotoShop and image capturingManaged delivery and storage of client provided products.

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  Giant Step

  Jan 2000 - Jan 2001

  Digital Artist

  Clients include: General Motors, Purina, Maytag, Philip Morris, United, Proctor and Gamble, Pella, and Energizer.

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  Home Office Solutions Group

  Mar 2003 - Aug 2007

  Internet Project Manager

  Responsibilities included client relations, resource scheduling, technical and functional requirements gathering, testing and training. Required collaboration with client and multiple departments including Sales, Marketing and Operations.

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  Duo Consulting

  Sept 2007 - Jul 2010

  Senior Project Manager

  Clients include: Chicago Park District, American Library Association, DePaul University, and comScore. • Maintained budgets, project plans, and track details for various Content Management System(CMS) projects .• Documented functional requirements and gather estimates as necessary to be able to develop information architectures, permission matrix, CMS field sets, and sitemaps.• Motivate and lead multiple functional teams on up to eight simultaneous projects ranging from 3-8 months.• Create and execute project plans based on project objectives.• Identify, analyze and manage potential risks. Review with team and client potential impact on scope, budget, schedule or quality.• Train new employees on project processes Show less

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  Lipman Hearne

  Jul 2010 - May 2012

  Senior Interactive Project Manager

  I headed digital projects for clients such as the AARP Foundation, University of Chicago, University of Michigan, and Chicago Community Trust, serving as the primary client contact and driving strategy, execution, and communication throughout the project lifecycle. In addition to managing project delivery, I was actively involved in securing new business opportunities through RFP responses, cost estimation, and client presentations. I also oversaw external development and design partnerships, ensuring alignment and timely execution. My role included conducting manpower and revenue forecasting to guide weekly and quarterly performance reporting.Key Highlights:• Improved client satisfaction and project outcomes by skillfully coordinating project strategies and serving as the central point of communication between stakeholders and teams.• Enhanced financial planning and resource allocation by streamlining forecasting processes, leading to more accurate decision-making across reporting cycles.• Maintained project plans and budgets for various interactive projects, included creating requirement documentation, information architecture, creative briefs, and quality assurance schedules.• New business management, including RFP responses, estimating, and presenting.• Managed outside development and designer partnerships.• Performed manpower and income forecasts for weekly and quarterly reports.• Improving department processes to facilitate digital integration with larger company. Show less

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  Energy BBDO

  May 2012 - Sept 2013

  Project Manager

  I have guided the development and management of project plans and budgets for a diverse portfolio of interactive initiatives for clients like Bayer and SC Johnson, focusing on brands such as Flintstones Vitamins, Aleve, Alka-Seltzer, Aspirin, Ziploc, and OFF. My expertise spans site development, social media applications, and digital campaigns, with a focus on optimizing partner developer relationships for seamless project implementation.Key Highlights:• Boosted project profitability and ensured timely delivery by strategically aligning resources, timelines, and budgets across high-visibility interactive projects.• Strengthened cross-functional collaboration and execution by effectively managing third-party development partners, leading to consistently successful digital launches. Show less

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  Ogilvy & Mather

  Dec 2013 - now

  Associate Director, Digital Project Management

  I lead cross-functional teams—spanning clients, internal stakeholders, and third-party vendors—to deliver successful development initiatives and digital campaigns for prominent clients like Kimberly-Clark, Morton Salt, SC Johnson, Tyson, and the Chicago Mayor's Office. From ideation through execution, I drive creative technology efforts, ensuring each project aligns with client goals while integrating innovative solutions. My responsibilities include overseeing end-to-end site development, campaign launches, and implementing sustainable maintenance strategies.Key Highlights:• Progressed from a freelance role to Senior Digital Project Manager and ultimately to Associate Director of Digital Project Management, driven by a track record of consistently successful project outcomes.• Enhanced project delivery timelines and client satisfaction by adeptly coordinating diverse teams and resources.• Improved operational efficiency and project ROI by refining digital scoping and SOW creation processes, resulting in significant performance gains across initiatives. Show less