Seasoned Finance Program Management expert with over 20 years of experience leading complex finance transformation initiatives and establishing PMOs in global environments. Proven track record in implementing finance systems, driving process improvements, and managing cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact projects. Skilled in stakeholder management, change management, and strategic business transformation across various industries.
Senior Manager, Finance Operations
Amazon
Jan 2022 - Present
Manages Accounts Payable and Receivable across 30 Digital businesses, developing innovative processes combining finance, operational excellence, and technology to support expansions, increase controllership, and enhance customer experience.
Director, Project Management Office (PMO)
West Shore Home (Leonard Green & Partners Portfolio Company)
Jan 2021 - Dec 2021
Established a de novo Project Management Office to support rapid national expansion, managing multiple programs including ERP implementation and customer-facing application development.
Director of Care Delivery Analytics, Consulting, Project Management and Process Improvement
Kaiser Permanente
Mar 2016 - Jan 2021
Senior leader supporting key programs for a $4B healthcare delivery system, establishing infrastructure for project management, program governance, and optimizing operations to improve patient experience.
Principal Consultant
Certus Plus Management Consultants (Contract)
Jan 2015 - Mar 2016
Led consulting engagements for Fortune 500 clients, focusing on finance transformation and innovative technology solutions, while managing stakeholder expectations.
Product Owner
Armature Corporation
Jan 2014 - Jan 2015
Provided leadership and program management for a cross-functional software development team, managing the development of a $2M certification application system.
Business Transformation Consultant
The Compass Group (Contract)
Apr 2012 - Oct 2013
Led consulting efforts to improve organizational profitability through thought partnership with executive clients and execution of strategic programs and initiatives.
Business Administration
The Stephen M. Ross School of Business at The University of Michigan
Sep 2008 - May 2010
Industrial & Operations Engineering
The University of Michigan
Sep 2000 - May 2004
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (LSSBB)
Kaiser Permanente Improvement Institute
Jan 2023
Change Management Certification
Prosci
Jan 2023
Professional Engineer (PE# 6201054723)
National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying
Jan 2023
Project Management Professional (PMP # 211501)
Project Management Institute, Incorporated
Jan 2023
Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
Scrum Alliance
Jan 2023
Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) # 000261358
Scrum Alliance
Jan 2023
Certified Professional Innovator
University of Michigan Engineering Connex
Jan 2023
Leading SAFe – SAFe Agilist
SAFe
Jan 2023
Program & Project Management
Financial Operations
Process Improvement & Operational Excellence
Analytics & Consulting
Technical Tools & Systems