Summary
PMP & CSM-Certified Project Manager with over a decade of experience leading complex web projects and digital initiatives from discovery to launch. I specialize in Hybrid and Agile environments, acting as a strategic bridge between client goals and technical execution. Known for building high-trust relationships with global, cross-functional teams, I focus on clearing blockers, simplifying complex requirements, and ensuring every project is backed by clear communication and team accountability
Core Skills
● Project & Product Management (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, Hybrid)
● Web, Mobile, and Voice Technology Projects
● E-commerce & Website Development
● AI-Enhanced Workflow Automation & Process Documentation
● Stakeholder & Client Communication
● Requirement Documentation & QA Testing
● Workflow Optimization & Resource Planning
● Cross-Functional Team Leadership
● Tools: Smartsheet, Asana, Monday, Trello, ClickUp, Basecamp, TeamGantt, MS Office,
Google Workspace, Hubspot, Canva, Miro, Scribe, Zendesk, WordPress, Squarespace,
Wix, HTML/CSS
Most Recent Work Experience
Digital Project Consultant
* Generative AI Quality Assurance: Partnering with an AI development firm (under NDA) to evaluate Large Language Model (LLM) outputs for accuracy; providing data-driven feedback to improve model performance.
Operations Project Manager
* Implemented technology solutions that streamlined workflows and reduced team
workload.
* Authored project requirements for new e-commerce and system features.
* Conducted QA testing to ensure successful launches.
* Created detailed process documentation using Scribe, enabling staff to self-train on key
operational tasks and improving consistency across teams.
* Integrated AI tools (including ChatGPT and Zendesk’s AI Essentials) to automate tasks,
build smarter Monday boards, and enhance efficiency across departments such as
Partner Marketing.
* Used AI-assisted data comparison and form creation to improve reporting accuracy and
reduce manual effort.
Project Manager: Website and Mobile Technology Development - 3.5 years
* Executed multiple concurrent projects with varying complexity and timelines, while managing cross-functional teams, with both onsite and global team members
* Maintained a framework for tracking, planning & delivery such as creating user stories; timelines; and goals; and monitored project progress and day-to-day activities with project management software similar to Jira and Trello, resulting in clear internal communication, organization, and on-time delivery
* Participated in agile scrum ceremonies such as sprint planning meetings to review the weekly tasks, workload, and project roadmap
* Utilized my technical literacy to support project teams through challenges and decision-making processes, remove impediments and blockers, and act as a liaison
* Set expectations with the team to form delivery plans, identify milestones, and guide the team to a successful launch while meeting deadlines, scope, and budget
* Proactively identified client needs, provided status reports, mitigated scope creep and risks, and tracked changes through communication, documentation, and problem-solving
* Created SOWs and converted product requirements into project tickets and managed prioritization of tickets in our backlog with the collaboration of the teams
* Built strong, trusting relationships with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, necessary for transparency, morale, and team collaboration, resulting in successful product launches
* Facilitated the project kickoff meeting, weekly status meetings with the client and design teams, and demo meetings with the client and development team
Product Manager - Contract: Voice Technology - 1 year
* Executed research and development (R&D) discovery work of innovative voice technology functionality to create innovative voice experiences
* Oversaw the design and development teams of several high-profile Google Assistant and Alexa voice experiences for worldwide corporations such as Wizarding World (Harry Potter), Meredith Corp (All Recipes), and Ferrero Rocher (Nutella)
* Conducted weekly scrum sprint planning meetings
Project and Product Manager, Developer: Website, Web App, and Mobile Technology - 2 years
* Collaborated with stakeholders to create product requirement documentation
* Supported multiple clients with various project management and development needs and conducted scrum processes such as daily standups and sprint planning
* Conducted weekly scrum sprint planning meetings and daily standups
Front-End Developer and Project Manager - Contract - 6 months
* Managed project development, whiteboarding features
* Developed web applications utilizing HTML, CSS, and Bootstrap 4
* Created an internal presentation for a new project based on Twitter’s API
* Assisted the marketing manager with creating and editing Facebook ads in Photoshop and edited email marketing materials using Photoshop and HTML
Agile Project Management
Project Management
Stakeholder Management
Strategic Planning
Business Process Management
Project Scheduling
Milestones
Collaboration Tool
ClickUp
AI Bot
User Acceptance Testing
WordPress
HTML5
CSS 3
Google Actions
JavaScript
Alexa Skills Kit
Ryan A.
New Haven, Connecticut
$40/hr
5.0
55 jobs
With over 6 years of experience in Business Intelligence and 4 years in Product Management, I specialize in turning data into actionable insights and designing solutions that drive decision-making. As a Power BI and Tableau expert, I excel at gathering requirements, defining metrics, and crafting reports that tell compelling stories. My ability to bridge the gap between technical teams and leadership ensures that every project aligns with strategic goals and delivers tangible results.
Throughout my career, I have successfully completed 40+ BI projects across industries, including healthcare, consumer goods, finance, software, and small businesses. My expertise spans ETL processes, data modeling, SQL, and Snowflake, making me adept at handling complex data challenges. As a former BI analyst for a Fortune 500 company, I bring deep domain knowledge and a track record of impactful work in high-stakes environments.
Currently a Product Manager in healthcare technology, I combine technical expertise with strategic project management and communication skills. I thrive on solving problems and delivering tailored solutions that meet business needs. Let’s collaborate to bring your data to life and drive your projects to success.
Product Management
Product Roadmap
Project Management
Microsoft Excel
Python
User Experience
Visual Basic for Applications
SQL
JavaScript
Tableau
Management Skills
Data Modeling
Automation
Macro Programming
Data Visualization
Microsoft Excel PowerPivot
Business Intelligence
Microsoft Power BI
Brendan C.
Stamford, Connecticut
$100/hr
5.0
9 jobs
Passionate about solving client's needs using my years of experience in tech and finance. Expert in all things Excel and data as well as providing CFO level analysis and guidance.
Services I provide:
- Excel modeling and expertise
- Data analysis leveraging tools beyond Excel: SQL, Python, etc
- Fractional CFO services to analyze financial statements and provide strategic guidance
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