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- 1. continued… JOSEPH W. KESTEL, PMP Denver, CO – 80230 – 651.246.3834 – joekestel@aim.com - LinkedIn CERTIFIED IT PROJECT MANAGER IT CONSULTING ~ INFORMATION SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT ~ PROJECT & PROGRAM MANAGEMENT Project Implementation Agile Development Data Analytics Data Warehouses Middle Tier Solutions Mobile Application Development Software as a Service (SaaS) Process Improvement End User Training Analytical, results-driven IT professional with 15+ years of experience in project and program management with consulting across multiple industries including finance, legal, retail, healthcare, insurance, and agri-business. Skilled problem-solver with an aptitude for streamlining and improving processes. Established history of success through a combination of project management tools, structured methodologies, identification of key resource needs, and development of controls to mitigate risks. Collaborative leader proficient in developing strong client relationships, promoting team building, and providing training on best practices. Deliver specialized results that further business objectives with a time-based and financially conscious execution. BENCHMARKS & MILESTONES Managed multiple project teamsthrough successful client transitionsfrom non-Agile to Agile methodology using Scale Agile Framework(SAFe). Developed an Informatica Data Warehouse to supplydata via new web application for a propertyresearch business division. Improved processes for greater throughput and faster integration for an international businesswith data centers operatingon a global level in countries such as Russia, Bosnia, Romania, China, Australia, Brazil, and Spain. Combined Lean, Crystal, Scrum, XP Agile, and SAFe best practices for superior development and delivery. Managed financialsof multi-million dollar programsof over 60+ resources. Created a process roadmap and project management workflow outline to be used as a guide for future integration efforts, which increased efficiency and profitabilityby10% at a cost savings of over 3 million dollars. CAREER PROGRESSION THREEBRIDGE SOLUTIONS Minneapolis, MN Sep 2015-Present SENIOR PROJECT & PROGRAM MANAGER CONSULTANT Manage a portfolio of small- to medium-sized Agile projectsfor the Government ProgramsePMO of client Express ScriptsInternational, with responsibilityfor expertlytransitioning project teamsfrom standard waterfall development methodsto Agile methodology. Project Management: Created project Cost Plans, high-level schedules, and resource plans to supplement non- agile and agile projects. Training & Leadership: Coached a team of developers, architects, designers, and businessowners, in partnership with the assigned ScrumMaster, on Agile and SAFe practiceswith a focus on the tools and disciplinesneeded to improve the development process, achieve the shortest sustainable lead time, and provide the best qualityand value to the client. Process Improvement: As an integral part of the Project Improvement Teams(PIT), evaluated Agile program processes, tools, templates,and leadership techniquestoidentifyareas of opportunityand increase performance and efficiency.
- 2. JOSEPH W. KESTEL, PMP – PAGE 2 CAREER PROGRESSION (CONT.) COGNIZANT TECHNOLOGYSOLUTIONS Teaneck, NJ Aug 2013-Sep 2015 ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, ADVANCED SOLUTIONS GROUP & COMMUNICATION & TECHNOLOGY VERTICALS Utilized Agile practicesand SAFe Agile disciplinesto manage projects and implement time-sensitive technology solutions for clientsincluding Manpower Group, CBRE, and Target Corporation. Forged strong client relationshipsas the primarycontact responsible for diplomaticcommunication and timelydecision-making. Project Management: Coordinated teamsof architects, analyticsspecialists, infrastructure resources,database analysts,API developers, and testersto analyze businessneedsand implement solutions. Collaborated with executive management teams. Managed systemsinstallationsand configurations to ensure seamlesstransitions. Data Warehousing: Developed a fully-functional Informatica Data Warehouse and web application on a compact deliveryschedule, a solution which allowed client searchesto be completed in half the time, yield twice the relevant information, and be saved and exported to spreadsheetsfor analysis. Process Improvement: Created cutting-edge analyticssolution that improved search capabilitiesand increased ManpowerGroup revenuesby $20 million per year. Drove process improvements that reduced one Target warehouse implementation cost by $250,000 and deliveryschedule by one month, with a subsequent warehouse implementation reduced by$500,000 and two months. INDEPENDENT CONSULTING Minneapolis, MN May 2009-Jul 2013 PROJECT/PROGRAM MANAGER Provided consultingand comprehensive Agile project management servicesfor Cenex Harvest States(CHS), Best Buy, MoneyGram International, Health Partners,3M, and Thomson Reuters. Developed close professional relationshipswith clientsin order to provide specialized results and products. Process Improvement: Developed tools and templatesto better manage and monitor risks associated with new web application development, which produced time-savingresultsof two hours per week for each of the twelve project managers. Training & Leadership: Led teamsof project managersand ScrumMasters. Acted as a liaison between IT personnel and clients. Created and conducted Agile trainingprogram for international and domesticaudiences associated with Thomson Reuters’s Agile worldwide launch, consistingof multiple training sessionseach exceeding 200 participants. Excelled in additional project management roles for Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (2008–2009), Educational Credit Management Corporation (2006–2008), Ameriprise Financial (2005–2007), GMAC-RFC (2003), and Target Corporation (2001-2004). EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS ST. CLOUD STATE UNIVERSITY MASTER OF SCIENCE, INFORMATION SYSTEMS CERTIFICATIONS Project Management Professional (PMP) | Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) | Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) Agilist TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES Rally, JIRA, Version One, Team Foundation Server, MS Project, MS Visio, MS Office Suite, HP PPM