Carlos Valencia

Experience

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  Royal Caribbean Group

  Feb 2015 - Oct 2021

  Within this job role, I actively engaged with cross-functional teams to collaboratively establish project scope, objectives, and deliverables. Taking a proactive approach, I formulated and upheld a comprehensive project plan that encompassed all tasks, milestones, and resources.This strategic planning played a crucial role in keeping the project on track and ensuring the timely achievement of all deadlines.Through effective collaboration and meticulous project management, I contributed to the successful execution of initiatives within a dynamic and results-driven environment.Following were my pivotal duties in this role:► Liaised with the IT team to secure the seamless integration of Oracle Hospitality Cruise with existing systems and infrastructure.► Mitigated project risks and addressed issues by identifying potential challenges, implementing proactive solutions to guarantee successful deployment of Oracle Hospitality Cruise across 15 cruise ships.Additional ExperienceFinance Analyst | Project Administrator, Royal Caribbean Group, Miramar, FL Show less

  • Project Manager

    Sept 2018 - Oct 2021

  • IT Financial Analyst

    Sept 2017 - Sept 2018

  • Project Administrator

    Feb 2015 - Aug 2017
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  Royal Caribbean Group

  Apr 2022 - Dec 2023

  In my tenure, I took the lead in orchestrating seamless communication and collaboration between onboard operations, the deployment team, and shoreside product owners, ensuring the smooth deployment of applications in the new building phase of Celebrity Ascent.My role extended to offering guidance and support for integrating new technologies into the application deployment process, enhancing overall efficiency and effectiveness.Through these efforts, I played a pivotal role in facilitating a successful integration of technologies and processes during a crucial phase of project development.Below listed are some of my achievements till date:► Directed the planning and execution of application deployment to ensure timely and within-budget completion.► Spearheaded technical team of 25+ members, including project managers, QA, and deployment team through configuration and deployment phase of Celebrity Ascent's new build. Show less In this role, I orchestrated the comprehensive planning, development, and execution of a reservation system migration project between Royal Caribbean Group and Azamara Club Cruises.A key aspect of my contribution involved cultivating and sustaining relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, vendors, and internal teams.This strategic approach not only ensured seamless collaboration but also guaranteed the successful delivery of the project, reflecting my commitment to effective project management and stakeholder engagement in a dynamic and collaborative environment.Here are some of my potential workings in this job:► Directed the Office 365 tenant-to-tenant migration between Royal Caribbean Group and Azamara Club Cruises in collaboration with vendors and internal resources.► Collaborated with internal managers, engineers, and analysts to assist in defining system requirements and budgeting for the new reservation system for Royal Caribbean Group. Show less

  • Project Manager - Application Deployment Lead

    Mar 2023 - Dec 2023

  • Project Manager - Application Development

    Apr 2022 - Mar 2023
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  Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.

  Mar 2024 - Sept 2024

  IT Project Manager
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  Royal Caribbean Group

  Oct 2024 - now

  IT - Application Development Project Manager