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Global Commodity Manager IT Software & Software Services

LBR Innovations, LLC

Advisor

• Strategic Investments in Tech and AI: Achieved a 22% ROI across 12+ companies through targeted investments in emerging tech, AI, and innovation-driven start-ups.
• Increased Portfolio Value through Market Forecasting: Conducted market analysis and trend forecasting, enhancing portfolio value by 25% with data-backed insights into high-growth sectors.
• Lifecycle Analysis for Enhanced Returns: Applied lifecycle analysis and reporting to optimize start-up investments, leading to a 25% increase in ROI for technology and digital media ventures.

Investor (Tech, AI, Innovation)

• Boosted Engagement through SEO and Optimization: Increased website traffic and social media engagement by 50% by optimizing 300+ web pages and 12 profiles, leveraging SEO and audience-focused content.
• Delivered High-Quality Content with High Satisfaction: Produced 35+ premium articles and blogs with a 96% client satisfaction rate, increasing repeat business by 15%.
• Refined Content Strategy with Data-Driven Insights: Analyzed performance metrics to optimize content strategies, enhancing user engagement and conversion rates while providing actionable client recommendations.

Digital Copywriter/Ghostwriter

Undisclosed

• Optimized Global IT Vendor Management: Spearheaded vendor management initiatives, achieving a 15% cost reduction through strategic contract consolidation and partnership alignment.
• Enhanced Software Procurement Efficiency: Overhauled procurement processes, aligning strategies with organizational goals to achieve a 20% faster procurement cycle.
• Managed SaaS Budgets and Forecasting: Led SaaS expenditure management with accurate forecasting and financial analysis, reducing overall spending by 10%.

Program Manager, Technology Sourcing

Out of Ink, Inc.

• Led strategic planning initiatives that drove the development of secure, high-performance Web3 components, optimizing team performance and resource allocation.
• Directed annual budgeting, reducing expenses by 10% through strategic cost management and optimized resource allocation.
• Conducted comprehensive program analyses, leading to a 12% overall efficiency and productivity increase.
• Managed developing and deploying innovative Web3 components, ensuring project milestones were met and quality standards upheld.
• Cultivated a collaborative team environment, promoting innovative solutions and continuous improvement.
• Identified key areas for operational improvements, streamlining processes, and leveraging data-driven insights to support strategic decision-making.

Co-Founder and Vice President

tribeOS

Coordinated $60 Million in LOIs: Orchestrated the successful coordination of Letters of Intent (LOIs) totaling $60 million at a major web3 event, significantly enhancing the company's growth trajectory and market presence.
Led Cross-Functional Agile Teams: Led multiple cross-functional teams using Agile and Scrum methodologies to develop cutting-edge advertising tools. This initiative resulted in a 20% increase in user engagement and a revenue increase exceeding 10%.
Developed and Executed Project Plans: Crafted detailed plans incorporating stringent timelines and milestones, reducing project turnaround time by 20%. Achieved a 95% on-time delivery rate, ensuring consistent project success and client satisfaction.
Enhanced Stakeholder Communication: Established robust communication channels with stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment throughout project lifecycles. Conducted regular updates and progress reports to maintain stakeholder engagement and trust.
Optimized Resource Allocation: Strategically managed resources to optimize project outcomes, ensuring efficient use of budget and personnel while maintaining high quality and performance standards.

Project Manager, PMO

Investor Relations Support

General Motors

Optimized Multi-Million Dollar Contracts: Successfully optimized contracts with SAS and ETL tools, resulting in a 20% reduction in purchasing costs. Utilized advanced strategic sourcing techniques and negotiation skills to secure highly favorable terms and conditions.
Executed 60+ Cross-Functional Projects: Spearheaded the execution of over 60 cross-functional projects, consistently meeting designated timelines and delivering profitable outcomes. Implemented effective project management methodologies to ensure seamless coordination and successful delivery.
Revitalized Ongoing Contracts: Revitalized existing contracts, achieving a 10%-15% reduction in supplier costs through targeted renegotiation and strategic supplier management. Enhanced supplier diversity, expanding the company’s vendor base and improving procurement processes.
Strategic Supplier Relationship Management: Fostered strong relationships with key suppliers, ensuring long-term collaboration and favorable contract terms. Regularly reviewed supplier performance to identify opportunities for further cost savings and process improvements.
Implemented Cost Optimization Strategies: Developed and implemented cost optimization strategies that resulted in significant savings and enhanced the overall efficiency of the purchasing process. Monitored market trends to make informed purchasing decisions.

Purchasing Project Manager

Achieved 95% User Adoption Rate: Delivered SAP training to 300-1000 users per plant, achieving a 95% adoption rate through tailored and comprehensive training programs.
Enhanced System Performance by 15%: Led SAP landscape management and upgrades, increasing system performance by 15% and decreasing downtime by 20% through strategic optimizations.
Boosted Process Efficiency by 30%: Developed GM SAP procedure documents that boosted process efficiency by 30% and reduced process errors by 50%.
Led Cross-Functional Training Sessions: Organized and conducted cross-functional training sessions and workshops, ensuring thorough understanding and effective use of SAP tools across departments.
Customized Training Materials: Created and tailored training materials, including detailed manuals and guides, to meet the organization's specific needs and enhance user engagement and retention.
Monitored and Evaluated Training Effectiveness: Implemented continuous assessment and feedback mechanisms to refine training programs, ensuring high user competence and satisfaction sustained.

Project Manager: SAP Training & Facilitator

Unicorn Exchange Co

Operations and Content Manager

Ally Financial Inc.

Information Security Analyst

Utilizing data-driven strategies, I specialize in empowering entrepreneurs and solopreneurs to build wealth and achieve financial freedom.

Brian Robertson, MBA

I LOVE problem solving & helping people — basically, a professional “fixer” that will happily tackle any challenge from process optimization or business transformation to implementing governance, completely revamping strategic initiatives, or creating successful long term realtionships with many new clients.

My love for problem-solving inspired my Math & Computer Science majors, during which my competitive nature drove me to challenge classmates to arrive at not just *a* solution, but the most efficient solution. After 10 years of various leadership roles (including a rotational Leadership Development Program) in Financial Services, I moved abroad for a year (a different city each month) & co-founded a non-profit to affect & inspire positive change in each city I resided. Working with refugees, disabled women, & young children emboldened my commitment to raise awareness of, funds for, & the morale of these vulnerable & marginalized communities. Upon my return to NY, I increased my volunteering — counseling ~15 people per week via Crisis Text Line, raising ~$10,000 per year for local charities via Women Dine for a Cause, spending ~10 hours per month mentoring my "Little Sister" with BBBS, & bringing governance & enhanced processes to the Women's Education Project's Board & Committees to help women living on less than $2/day find meaningful careers of their own choosing. 

Per my mentors' insight that many of my skills were the ingredients to being a successful salesperson, I took a leap of faith, completed a Tech Sales Training Program, & embraced my career shift. I LOVE supporting my prospects & customers in achieving their goals while enhancing their overall business performance. Through Sales, I've helped my clients protect their consumer data (at h1), transform lives & enrich communities through gifting (at PWP), & save money that they can reinvest in their employees, growth, & innovation (at Aspire).

I am committed to applying my relationship building skills, analytical background, top performer discipline, & passion for continuous improvement — seeking better (aka more efficient, more productive, more impactful, & more profitable) ways of doing things - to everything I do. 


Areas of expertise include:
Problem Solving | Sales | Customer Support | Process Optimization | Operational Efficiency | Strategy & Communications | Financial & Business Acumen | Budgeting / P&L Management | Data Analysis | Business Transformation | Project Management | Change Management | Cultural Fluency | Training | Social Impact | Living Life to the Fullest 😊

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