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Glenn C.

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Project Manager/VBA Developer

$40 USD / Hour

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Joined on October 26, 2008

$40 USD / Hour

Information Technology Professional with a 20+ year track record of achievement delivering IT-enabled business solutions that optimize performance and efficiency for top companies across multiple industries. Unique blend of hands-on technical expertise and strong business acumen, with ability to serve as vital bridge between business and IT. Proven ability to drive enterprise-wide IT initiatives that streamline operations, capture savings, increase capability, improve service quality, and accelerate growth. Strong management aptitude with record of developing high-performing IT departments and introducing best practices. Innovative strategist who can bring structure to disparate IT systems and align IT strategies with bottom-line goals. Tested leader who has built and coached cross-functional, on-shore/off-shore teams. Select Highlights:  Built architecture and IT infrastructure for a 10,000 sq. ft. administration building, including 2,500 sq. ft. data center and IT operations center as Director of IT for Jackson Rancheria Casino.  Launched new rewards program website, streamlined customer reservation process from 15 sites to 1, and enabled thousands of transactions per day generating $40M+ in revenue for MGM Resorts.  Using Agile and Scrum converted 20 disparate applications to use MS SQL, closed high-risk security gaps, and allowed for 20 gaming applications to be changed via software instead of hardware for Aristocrat Leisure.  Led Aristocrat’s transformation to Agile Development methodology, driving 30% growth in productivity with teams completing over 95% of Sprint goals. Core Competencies: AGILE AND SCRUM METHODOLOGY – VBA DEVELOPMENT - IT LEADERSHIP – BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY – IT INFRASTRUCTURE IT PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT – TECHNOLOGY ARCHITECTURE – SERVICE DELIVERY – IT ASSESSMENTS – PROGRAM/PROJECT MANAGEMENT STRATEGIC PLANNING – PROCESS IMPROVEMENT – ORGANIZATIONAL MANAGEMENT – RESOURCE PLANNING – TEAM DEVELOPMENT

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Experience

Program Manager

Apr, 2012 - May, 2015

3 years, 1 month

MGM Resorts

Apr, 2012 - May, 2015

3 years, 1 month

Lead the development, execution, and delivery of innovative IT solutions to enhance revenue growth, overseeing both technical and administrative aspects of key projects. Engage business stakeholders to define business needs and preside over enterprise-wide, $2M+ initiatives aimed at strategic company priorities. Provide program management to deliver efficient systems, processes, and methodologies to drive internal productivity. Direct 15-member teams in the execution of complex, large-scale projects. Technical Leadership  Designed and launched rewards program website, creating ability for both members and non-members to reserve rooms, entertainment, and dining for 40,000 rooms across 15 facilities; also streamlined customer reservation process from 15 websites to 1, enabling thousands of transactions a day generating $40M+ in annual revenue.  Integrated 3 separate reservation systems into 1 entry system through launch of a contact center application; currently rolling out to 400+ call center agents, improving customer service while capturing savings.  Delivered over $1M in annual savings through upgrade of MGM’s cashier deposit and withdrawal application.  Developed new purchasing and accounts payable site to simplify the registration of 1,000+ suppliers annually.  Created trigger-based marketing initiatives across 15 properties, producing $400K in new revenue.  Enhanced MGM’s ID verification product, improving efficiency and incorporating remote upgrade capabilities.  Currently developing concept to implement a front-end GUI for MGM’s AS400 inventory and procurement system, improving management for 4,000+ users in administration of bid and order requests.  Currently leading replacement of ineffective invoice processing system with $100K in projected savings. Business & Organizational Leadership  Championed SDLC (Agile) process improvements that will improve productivity by 30%+ and expedite time-to-market for new products.  Oversaw scope, schedule, and budget for $2M+ projects, ensuring most targeted use of resources.  Built and coached 15-member project teams, led vendor resources, and managed relationship between internal/external teams; aligned cross-functional staff behind common goals of innovation and service quality.

Apr, 2012 - May, 2015

3 years, 1 month

Project Manager

Jul, 2008 - Apr, 2012

3 years, 9 months

Aristocrat Technologies

Jul, 2008 - Apr, 2012

3 years, 9 months

Drove value-added IT solutions for Aristocrat, managing 12-member cross-functional teams and $2M+ project budgets. Collaboration with senior staff to determine business needs and specifications, and translated into technical solutions. Grew efficiency of internal administrative systems and processes. Technical Leadership  Converted 20 disparate applications to use MS SQL, closing high-risk security gaps; enabled 20 gaming applications to be changed via software upgrades instead of hardware replacements.  Developed new QuickFunds product to better manage and improve guest access to special promotions, delivering a projected $500K+ in new revenue.  Re-architected the product suite, strengthened database technologies, and managed development of 15 applications in release of Oasis 360 v12; also developed new hardware to create ground-breaking user interfaces that were projected to generate upwards of $4.5M in new revenue.  Managed technology and regulatory compliance for new gaming On Demand product, with projected revenue of $2.5M. Business & Organizational Leadership  Led company transformation to Agile Development methodology, driving 30% growth in productivity with teams completing over 95% of Sprint goals.  Helped restructure PMO department, working to create an entity that oversaw efficient project executions on an enterprise scale.  Reduced active defects by 25% within 5 months through implementation of defect tracking KPIs.

Jul, 2008 - Apr, 2012

3 years, 9 months

Education

Capella University

2004 - 2006

2 years

Master of Science

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United States

2004 - 2006

2 years

California State University-Sacramento

1969 - 1974

5 years

Bachelor of Arts

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United States

1969 - 1974

5 years

Qualifications

Project Management Professional

2009

Project Management Institute

The most important globally-recognized and independently validated credential for project managers, demonstrates experience and competence in leading project teams.

2009

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