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RMRon McIntyreGreater Chicago AreaLeadership Anthropologist, Founder of Transformative Leadership Group, focused on helping new and experienced leaders to learn positive disruptive techniques to grow engagement and position themselves for the future.IT Strategy • Mentoring • Executive Coaching • Program Management • Account Management • Integration • ERP • Retail Management •$2.50/min per minute5.0 5 9
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DSDavid SmelsonSales excellence in Hospitality Technology • Washington D.C. Metro AreaNational Sales Director, Advisor/Consultant, Social Media Enthusiast, Network Connector, Restaurant FanaticIT Strategy • Social Media Marketing • Sales Management • Social Media Strategy • Business Strategy • New Business Development • Social Networking • Direct Sales • Staff Development • Food & Beverage •$8.33/min per minute5.0 4 12
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SSSaif SiddiquiBusiness Strategy Consultant • London, UKI help Businesses, from Start-Ups to Global firms, overcome their management and growth related challenges. Over the years I've successfully delivered M&A programmes, TOM Implementations, Digital Strategy, vendor selections and contract negotiations of significant value, outsourcing, helped build Startups and advise them too, through the Startup Weekend organisation. I have a strong technology background but have always worked in bridging the gap between business and technology ensuring that the right solutions are delivered. I have worked in the Telco, Transport (Airline & Rail), Insurance & IT sectors predominantly. What I can help with: - Ideation to Startup - Business & Strategy Development - Organisational Structure - Operational Planning - Financial / Sales Forecasting - Pitch Development - VC Pitching - General Coaching / Mentoring I look forward to working with you and adding value. Always focussed on Delivering Awesomeness! http://saifsiddiqui.comIT Strategy • Startup Consulting • Strategy • Project Management • Business Strategy • Mobile Technology • Start-up Consulting • M&A experience • Acquisition Integration • Strategic Sourcing •$2/min per minute5.0 4 22
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AGArpit GuptaExpert in PM, mobile, AR, growth, and innovation. • San FranciscoSeasoned product manager with expertise in mobile apps, augmented reality, and digital innovation. AR/VR Hackathon organizer at the MIT Media Lab. A frequent Speaker. Schedule a call to talk about 1) mobile app; 2) breaking into product management (PM); 3) organizing hackathons/events; and, 4) public speakingIT Strategy • Product Management • Event planning • Project Management • Hackathons • Career Development • Conference Speaking • Interview Preparation •$2/min per minute4.9 10 14
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DDDaniel DerenCEO of the TDCM.io software houseVast experience in IT projects delivery. Hands-on experience allows me to be up to date with the latest innovations in Software Delivery.IT Strategy • Software Development • Mobile Apps • Software Engineering • Mobile applications • Enterprise Software • Mobile Technology • Software Project Management • Software Design • Lean Software Development •$1/min per minute5.0 1 1
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CJChristian JantzCloud & Automatization professional & Founder • Dresden, Sachsen, GermanyAWS Certified Solutions Architect and Puppet Certified Professional. DevOps at a German bank & Founder at myaiden.co I implemented Scrum for various teams and helped startups and large organizations succeed in the cloud.IT Strategy • Entrepreneurship • Communication • Project Management • PHP • Cloud Computing • IT Management • Amazon Web Services (AWS) • IT Operations • Puppet •$1/min per minute5.0 1 1
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JCJohn CurtisCEO at Quotient Solutions, Inc. • Austin, Texas AreaJohn Curtis, President and CEO of Quotient Integrated Solutions, Inc., has over a decade of leadership experience in building technology solutions. His vision and expertise have driven the implementation of successful solutions in the energy, healthcare, and communications industries. Drawing on his combination of technical skills and strategic management, Curtis has worked with companies such as Motorola, Exxon Mobil, Newsweek, and numerous Fortune 500 companies, maintaining a passion for influencing technology's impact on culture and social trends. Current topics: Big Data, mobility, start-up tech, outsourcing, validation of ideas or problems, bouncing ideas off an experienced high IQ person that will shoot you straight.IT Strategy • Big Data • Application Architecture • Mobile Technology • Strategic Partnerships • Competitive Analysis • Agile Methodologies • Web Services • Enterprise Integration • Content Syndication •$3.08/min per minute5.0 3 0
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DCDominique C-- • Dubai, UAE--IT Strategy • Digital Strategy • Analytics • Insurance • Information Architecture • Robotics • Customer Experience • Business Analytics • Banking • Shared Services •$6.67/min per minute5.0 1 0
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HYHussein YahfoufiTechnology & Product Executive • San Diego, CAHigh-energy and very adaptable technology and product executive with a vast experience across software engineering, product development, QA and business analysis. I have a knack for distilling big visions into bitable chunks of work to get things done while being an air traffic controller to make sure competing features, systems and products move in synchrony and avoid collision.IT Strategy • Technology • Startups • Leadership • Product Development • Strategic Planning • Technology Leadership • Program Management • Product Innovation • PMO •$1/min per minute— 2 10
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EMElie MakhoulCEO at WyHint • Toronto, OntarioFounder InAppSocial. Co-founder of 3 previous startups with 2 exits. Advisor and mobile tech visionary. Experience in product strategy and idea validation.IT Strategy • Product Management • Product Strategy • Project Management • Business Strategy • Visionary • Telecommunications • Architecture • Mobile Devices • Wireless •$1.67/min per minute— 3 4
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JKJonathan KalibbalaIT Strategy, Cloud & Customer Success Advisor • San Francisco, CAAI/ML & IT Infrastructure Specialist. Experience with Upbound, Berkeley SkyDeck, Growth Factory, TechRepublic, HashiCorp, Deloitte, and McKesson. Passionate about customer success & business strategy. Experienced in cloud, AI/ML, and customer engagement. Entrepreneur, advisor, and startup enthusiast.IT Strategy • Entrepreneurship • Start-ups • Management Consulting • Cloud Computing • Professional Development • Strategic Consulting • Customer Experience • Mentorship • Artificial Intelligence •$1.67/min per minute— — 0
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NRNadim RahmanDigital Marketing Specialist • BangladeshTeacher-ICT | MBA | HRM | Freelancer | Certified Digital Marketing Specialist accredited by Google|IT Strategy • Digital Marketing • Sales • Customer Service • Online Advertising • Teaching • Recruitment/Retention • Hospitality Management • Motivational Speaking • Human Resource Development •$1/min per minute— — 0
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LTLeigh ThorpeCredit Risk Strategy, AI & Program Mgmt • ZurichWith over a decade of experience in the finance sector, I’ve successfully led strategic programs that drive efficiency, compliance, and innovation. My career includes high-stakes projects at Credit Suisse, where I designed AI-based scenario prediction tools and managed regulatory compliance initiatives. I specialize in providing actionable guidance on career strategy, project management, and risk mitigation, helping professionals and organizations navigate complexities and achieve their goals. Let’s connect for tailored advice that delivers results.IT Strategy • Finance • Program Management • Credit Risk • Artificial Intelligence • Regulatory Compliance •$4.17/min per minute— — 0
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FGFelipe GomesIT Professional • Brasília, DFProfessional degree in Computer Sciences (finished in 2010) Extension Courses in User Experience (UX) Design Data Science Business Agility Experienced in: Software Development Customer Support Business Process ManagementIT Strategy • User Experience • User Interface Design • User Experience Design • IT Management • Customer Support • Strategic IT Management • BPMN • ITIL •$1/min per minute— — 0
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MRMuddasir RizviDigital Transformation Expert • OmanEntrepreneurial approach with presales & business management skills to drive Go to Market (GTM) Strategy, Solutions Sales, and Business Development to enable growth and profitability. Decade demonstrated experience in driving Digital Transformation Solutions to transform/simplify businesses through smart solutions by enabling Process Mining, Intelligent Business Automation (IBA) & Omnichannel solutions. Experienced to design/develop/drive Sustainable Digital Transformation strategy in collaboration with IT, Business & senior leadership by aligning with the Corporate/Government long-term growth & expansion plans. Wide work experience in the eGovernment Digital Transformation projects in managing key decisions related to presales, Bid management, proposal structure, solution presentations, contract negotiations, execution strategy & Support. Interacts easily with people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and professional levels and possesses excellent interpersonal relationship skills. Practice a collaborative and partnering approach to provide the most favourable customer/user-centric solutions. Project management skills, ability to develop and execute processes that facilitate collaboration, leadership team effectiveness, and develop a positive respectable WIN-WIN impact. Strong leadership, ability to impact and influence senior-level leaders across the company; ability to rapidly gain/build trust and confidence of internal and external stakeholders. Successfully set up and managed large engagements and projects in collaboration with global technology partners in multiple domains (Government, Telecom, Oil & Gas, Banking, Healthcare, BFSI, Logistics, Tourism, Manufacturing, HR & Payroll businesses)IT Strategy • Business Development • Startup Consulting • Digital Strategy • Small Business Coaching • Enterprise Software • Digital Transformation • International Business Experience • IT Executive Management •$1/min per minute— — 0
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SKSachin KumarDelhiI am a leader having more than 24 years of IT industry experience. I have a strong acumen with an expertise of building, leading and mentoring a large-scale IT projects comprising of 300+ engineering staff supporting millions of customers every day. I have a strong expertise in both On-premise and Cloud Operations and have built and headed 24/7 Site Reliability Engineering Operations, DevOps Global Infrastructure Tech Support & IT Service Desk teams, Digital Transformation & Automation, ITSM Desk (support Incidents, Problem, Change Management), Database Support, IT Compliance, Corporate IT Policies framework design, Smart Automations, Project, Program, Product & Portfolio Management, & Cyber Security Operations in global corporations leader in Travel Tech, Fintech, Telecom, FMCG’s, Hospitality, Banking & Finance, Online Services and eCommerce, Tech Support Centres, Oil & Gas & Government Sectors. Under my leadership, I successfully turned a traditional IT division to Smart, Automated, AI powered and Cost-effective IT division that further turned from a Cost Centre to a Profit Centre. ► Strategic Planning & Operational Support: Dedicated leader with a passion for results and a proclivity for aligning technology teams to achieve greater business objectives. Spearheaded the execution of strategic plans and service/operational goals to hit key performance metrics and support enterprise expansion. ► Operational Excellence & Improvement: A proven track record of successfully analysing and solving critical business problems. Increase organisational effectiveness by continuously assessing, initiating, prioritising, refining, and driving technology solutions. ► Engineering Capabilities: I am a strong result-oriented engineering leader that provides a cost-effective solution to any business problem pertaining to their IT services, I have an expertise to Optimise Operations Support, Process Automations, designing of Auto remediation and Self-healing system to absorb organisation’s growing business and IT needs. Areas of Expertise but not limited to the following: Digital Transformation and Automations 24/7 Site Reliability Engineering and Operations. 24/7 Infrastructure NOC Operations Canter Design and Management. 24/7 Monitoring of all the Network applications, servers, devices, Mobile Apps, Customers Behaviour, Cyber Security Threats, IOT Devices etc and anomaly response. 24/7 DevOps and Tech Support Canter design . Good hands-on expertise in both On-premise servers, Data Centres and on Cloud operations networking devices like Multilayer-switches, Routers, Wireless controllers, Teleconferencing systems Desktop hardware’s, software’s. 24/7 Cyber Security Operation Centre Design and Support with VAPT assessments. Project Management (Agile and Scrum). Infrastructure and Cyber Security Major Incidents and Escalation Management. Disaster Recovery, Business Continuity planning, DR site setup, and Risk Management ITIL functions like Incident, Problem, Change, including CMDB design and support. IT Budgeting, Contracting, Customers, Vendors, Partners Relationship Management. People & Resources Hiring, Training, Mentoring & Development and Retentions. Business capacity planning and building. Design of IT Service Support SOP’s, Technical Documentations, Guidelines, Customers Documentations, Corporate Security Policies, Users IT Assets usage policies etc.IT Strategy • Start-ups • DevOps • Software Project Management • Digital Transformation • IT Outsourcing • Artificial Intelligence • IT Service Management • ITIL • IT Service Delivery •$1.67/min per minute— — 0
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TCTerrance CormierSenior Manager - Consulting at Mavome • Saint John, New BrunswickIndependent consultant; formerly with a Big 4 | Serial entrepreneur; lots of success and a few failures | Real Estate Investor; progressed from holding, flipping, condo converting to mortgage investing | Teacher; graduate and undergraduate courses and a couple of tweens in residence | Volunteer; board member to president and every role in between.IT Strategy • Coaching • Product Development • Project Management • Strategic Planning • Management Consulting • Teaching • Team Leadership • Creative Problem Solving • Decision Making •$2/min per minute— 1 7
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JEJuha Eteläniemi+10 years CIO experience from various industries+10 years CIO experience, Developing IT ecosystems and operating models in co-operation with vendorsIT Strategy • M&A • Program Management • IT Management • CIO • Board of Director experience • Strategic IT Management • IT Service Management • IT Procurement •$5/min per minute— — 0
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HKHemant KhatodTech Expert with experience of creating biz value• Diverse experience with 50+ projects in enterprise architecture, digital transformation, pre-deal IT due diligence, post-merger/carveout IT implementation, and IT program management. • Analytical mindset and ability to quickly conduct IT cost estimation and financial analysis through a combination of industry multiples, benchmark data, and statistical tools • Pre-deal IT due diligence/post-merger implementation expertise focused on setting the busines direction, driving growth, and running the busines. • Extensive business process proficiency in demand-to-plan, plan-to-produce, source-to-settle, quote-to-order, order-to-cash, and record-to-report processes. • Deep expertise in how technology enables the business strategy and the role IT organization, IT processes, applications, infrastructure, cloud, and cyber-security play in the success of the business. • Proven record of driving technology-powered positive business outcomes and helping clients cut costs, increase efficiencies, improve cross-functional visibility, reduce risks, and grow profits. • Au fait with current technology trends in Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, Internet of Things, and 5G and how they are conspiring to disrupt traditional industries.IT Strategy • Business planning • Enterprise Software • Supply Chain Management • Human Resources • ERP • Enterprise Architecture • Supply Chain Optimization • Human Capital Management • Supply Chain Operations •$8.33/min per minute— — 0
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FGFabian GuentherHead of IT Operations and Information Security • ZurichSince 2020 Head of IT Operations & Information Security at Nexxiot AG: Reduced IT costs by 24% through proactive supplier and contract management and insourcing of on-site, ERP, network, telephony and corporate website support; Reduced two IT positions through better organization of routine tasks; Implemented ISO 9001 and 27001 requirements, closed quality and security gaps and passed certifications and audits 2017-2019 Head of IT Infrastructure & Operations at Daimler AG in Switzerland: operation, support and lifecycle management of the local data center and applications and on-site support for >500 employees; projects: moved data center with 120 servers and changed1st level support service provider for all Swiss dealers and employees (>5'000 users) to consolidate service providers in Europe;First in Windows10 rollout in Europe; implemented ISO 27001 requirements, fixed security gaps and passed the audits; reduction of annual IT operating costs by14%; Deputy CIO and Information Security Officer 2017-2019 Supplier Manager IT Sales Germany & Europe at Daimler AG: steering the data center provider for all European markets 2015-2017 Project & Application Managerin Germany at Daimler AG: Steering the 1st level support service provider for all German dealers (>12’000 users);implementation of Signavio (SaaS) for process management(>1’300 employees); improvement of the truck division after sales softwareIT Strategy • Healthcare • Information Technology • Information Security • Cloud Applications • Transportation • Digital Transformation • IT Operations • IT Service Management • Automotive •$5/min per minute— — 0
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GGGerard Grouvebusiness process redesign, Executive Coach • Enschede Area, NetherlandsBusiness process redesign, Business restructure, Get your business to the next level, Public speaker, content marketing, business growth, Executive coachingIT Strategy • Entrepreneurship • Marketing Strategy • Coaching • Project Management • IT Management • Growth Strategies • Strategic Alliances • Interim Management •$8.33/min per minute— 1 7
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SKShahab KhanInnovation, Commercialization, Transformation • Ottawa, Canada AreaI have conducted workshops and speaking engagements as well as provided strategic and implementation expertise to venture capital organizations, consulting firms, federal departments, crown corporations, startups, and incubators. I am a Mentor at Invest Ottawa and Incubes, Entrepreneurship Advisor on Startup Canada's National Advisory Council and managing a 1200+ nationwide online forum addressing Canada's innovation gap.IT Strategy • Entrepreneurship • Crowdfunding • Social Media • Startup Consulting • Cloud Computing • Business Process Improvement • Business Transformation • Product Incubation • Business Architecture •$1.67/min per minute— — 19
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DCDavid CrosonBusiness school professor; revenue model expert • Dallas/Fort Worth AreaPhD from Harvard in Business Economics; expert on revenue model creation and planning for profitability. 20 years business-school education experience. Advisor to over a dozen startups who have raised money from investors.IT Strategy • Entrepreneurship • Strategy • Economics • Small Business • Strategic Planning • Business Strategy • Management Consulting • Strategic Consulting • Game Theory •$3.33/min per minute— — 18
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ATAizaz TahsildarProject,Fintech,Banking,Payments • qatarSpecialties: Project Management, Enterprise and Retail banking product management, franchise development, relationship management & partnerships, portfolio analytics, brand management, Sales and partnership distribution, Compliance and Risk Management. Capitalizing on MBA from United Kingdom, Oxford and backed with sound technical skills helped me to spearhead successfully IT technical teams (TCS/Vendors), sales team and project managers to deliver large value business projects (+50 million USD) with an objective of reducing cost to serve and process/system improvements. Expertise in ✓ Managing and reviewing Business applications architecture blueprint on a regular basis to maintain the alignment with new business and organizational requirements due to market demand. ✓ Creating Digital and Channels strategy roadmap for business growth and focus on reducing cost to serve. Page 2 ✓ Demonstrating personal commitment and accountability to ensure standards are continuously sustained and improved both within the internal teams, technology partners organisations and suppliers. ✓ Building sales strategies by collating, utilising valuable market data and keeping sales team focused and driving for results by building effective KPI modules and incentives. ✓ Leading large multi-stream programs in complex, multiple stakeholder, matrix managed technology environments. ✓ Shaping programmes and projects utilising a variety of delivery frameworks, latest methodologies and tools. ✓ Very strong influencing skills and ability to communicate complex technologies and processes in a clear and coherent way. ✓ Implementing framework and reporting metrics to measure the success of business development opportunities with each customer / account. ✓ Managing 3rd party delivery partners and outsourced IT service providers to ensure the successful delivery of the IT portfolio. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND ACHIEVEMENTS (23+ YRS) Ceo, Indipaisa Aug 2021 – present Responsibilities: ➢ Setup business functions in India and provide commercial banking solutions to micro SME’s of India ( approx. 59 Millions audience). ➢ Manage partnership and licenses with the partner Fintech and Banks and comply with Regulator ➢ Build products and a business sustainable model for quick growth and provide payments products to the micro SME’s which are easy to use and removes frictions for their day to day business needs at the same time comply with the Govt taxes and laws. ➢ Build a team who can deliver and execute the company vision. ➢ Bring revenues and business growth for the company by scaling the product and services by building communities Country Manager – Corporate Business Oct 2016 – Aug 2021 QPAY International, Doha- Qatar Responsibilities: ➢ Deliver innovative Acquiring(POS) and Issuance(WPS) projects and products in the field of Payments. ➢ Manage team of professionals in delivering projects in time and within budget. ➢ Build corporate business relationships ➢ Responsible for developing new business opportunities with potential and existing accounts across the Middle East. ➢ Manage the day-to-day operational and business development relationship with Enterprise customers in order to improve business results and opportunities. Page 3 ➢ Report on key technical, demographic, market demands and financial information, to add value proposition throughout the customer base and update dashboard on customer reporting metrics to measure the success of business developments and opportunities gained. ➢ Keep updated with local market conditions and competitor information and taking appropriative actions with management’s endorsement. Program Manager, Business Technology Solutions, Digital and Enterprise Banking. 2012 –Sep 2016 Commercial Bank of Qatar (CBQ), Qatar Responsibilities: ➢ Deliver innovative digital channel projects and manage team of professionals in delivering projects in time and within budget. ➢ Initiate new projects for the business benefits and manage resource capacity. ➢ Manage IT project delivery team ( Outsourced and Internal) for delivering key cloud based business projects for SME such as HR & Payroll, Email & Document management, Share point, Time and Attendance, real time web designing, webhosting, web portals and internet banking systems / new banking channels. ➢ Manage customers’ requirements, and plan sales strategy to identify key areas of growth and achieve long-term strategic business objectives for the region. ➢ Developing and maintaining multi-level relationships within the account in order to maintain long term visibility of strategy, plans and competitor activity. ➢ Manage team for support and operation activities in collaboration with MEEZA in QSTP for payroll solutions for MSME in Qatar, a joint venture of Qatar Foundations. ➢ Conduct training workshops for SME and increase product portfolio for Enterprise customer base and develop and strengthen working relationships and trusted advisor status with key partners. ➢ Recommend effective communication tactics to the Channel Communications and Marketing departments for growing the Enterprise customer base and communicating proactively and articulating to management regarding market/client updates and provide new solutions for Enterprise customers. Digital Transformation Enterprise programs delivered /actively participated: • Enterprise Mobile App for SME – 1st in the region • Straight Through Processing of financial transfers (Operations automation) (cost save by 10 FTE ) • Instant Account opening automation (account and cards) • International Transfers via ATM’s • Cardless Deposits to automate operation workload. • Cloud based applications for Enterprise customers Project Manager, Cards IT Department. 2008 – 2012 Commercial Bank of Qatar (CBQ), Qatar Responsibilities: ➢ Managed IT Project for upgrading the CB Debit card/NAPS ATM authorization switch (IST 7.6) with latest hardware and software (Sun/Oracle/Java). Implemented new debit card management system (eCMS) for producing chip cards. This allowed the organization to have robust system 24x7, saving time and cost by automating back office operational services. Page 4 ➢ Managed the banking channels projects for commercial bank: o ATM, switch for payments, deposits and remittance to other countries ( debit/credit). o Point of sale for merchants with loyalty program capabilities. o Web site development for private / corporate and loyalty programs such as wafapoints /rewardpoints. o E commerce for the merchants ( Acquiring / Issuance ) o Cloud based HR & Payroll solution for SME clients integrated with Corporate internet banking. o Instant account opening solutions by providing customers with debit / credit cards /cheque books. o Mobile banking solutions using interface for platforms such as Windows, IOS ,BES and Android. o Intelligent contact management ( ICM) linked to Meridian and Nortel telecommunication system. o Altitude, contact management software, integrated with Cisco telecommunication system. ➢ In March' 2009 the organization initiated IT Change Management program and I was given the opportunity to establish the IT change management policies and procedures. Since then, besides managing IT Projects, I also managed IT Change Management successfully. ➢ Managing and supporting franchises IT projects (Egypt, UAE and Oman) for Card Banking Systems (Prime / Online). Migrated the entire Egypt Diners card holders database to third party processing company: Network Processing Company (NPC) as part of M&A strategy. ➢ Dealing with external vendors, clients, business units as well as internal teams in managing E-commerce project. ➢ Managed Pearl - Qatar Project to implement e-purse, NFC mobile device and contact less card systems. ➢ Managed Instant Account Opening (IAO) to deliver the personalized cards within 15 minutes to the customer. ➢ Managed Alfardan ATM remittance project for lower mass to remit money instantly to their beneficiary country. ➢ Participated and Managed CB Data Center relocation and Disaster Recovery Project. (Verifone Full ISO project). ➢ Manage the execution of new programs/projects and implementation of IT strategies. IT Change Manager, IT Department. (Dual Role along with IT PM) March 2009 –2012 Commercial Bank of Qatar (CBQ), Qatar Responsibilities: Along with managing IT projects was assigned additional responsibility in Implementation of Control Objectives for Information and Related Technology (Cob IT) standards within CBQ IT Department and streamline the IT Application and Infrastructure processes using tools and techniques such as Assyst, Risk Management tool. o Receiving change request from Head of Department and ensuring that they are properly analyzed under risk and impact assessment. o Peer review and acceptance before formal Change Advisory Board (CAB) approval o Ensure that there is no conflict between same system changes. o Identifying Emergency changes and Approving Emergency change implementation o Scheduling of Changes with the CAB and Designated owners o Preparing CAB meeting agenda and providing all necessary review information to the CAB members. o Approving requests for minor changes or assigning major change approval to CAB. o Notification to CAB on all failed change requests and identifying root cause. o Providing change notification to the Change Initiator and other affected parties. o Monitoring the successful completion of all requests for change (RFC’s). o Reviewing and evaluating the change process. Oxfordshire Fire & Rescue Services(OFRS) Sep 2007 – Dec 2008 Oxford, United Kingdom. Page 5 Lead Consultant, Oxford Business School Responsibilities: The primary objective of the project was to provide Managers with a framework of guidance that will assist with the identification, improvement and enhancement of “Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Services Organisational development through benchmarking” with best practice and user expectations. This report assisted in the identification of training and development opportunities for the skills, knowledge and expertise of Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue services with a view to improve the local community services and prevention agenda more effectively. OFRS benefitted with the following: ➢ Development of Oxfordshire fire and rescue department within the National framework criteria for local community and Local Strategic Partnership (LSP). ➢ Improved public awareness and education on a diverse range of safety initiatives ➢ More effective, efficient and economic use of public financial resources resulting in better value for money for the community ➢ Better understanding of Oxfordshire community expectations for Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue service. Senior Cards System Analyst, IT Department. January 1999 – Aug 2007 Commercial Bank of Qatar (CBQ), Qatar Responsibilities: ➢ Manage cards project implementations for CB and franchises (Egypt / Bahrain) ➢ Provide training to all internal customers on cards products and IT system (Prime / Online / IST / POS) capabilities. ➢ Create and execute SLA for POS applications vendors. Conduct market analysis on POS and cards related systems. ➢ Provide recommendations on new IT systems or existing card products enhancements. ➢ Lead all technical card product development initiatives. ➢ Support and coordinate between franchises and our partner banks and manage certification for CBQ’s card payment systems from Visa, Master Card, Amex and Diners Club. GIS Coordinator, CGIS. 1996 – Dec 1998 Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Agriculture, Qatar Responsibilities: Co-ordinate within Center for Geographic Information Systems (CGIS) and other departments of Ministries, such as Qtel, Electricity and water, agriculture, fisheries, real estate, petroleum, ministry of interior , for the development and Implementation of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Page 6 Developed and executed Farms information management system (FIMS) within the ministry of Agriculture. Developed GIS applications using the aerial photographic and topographic data for cross sectional departments. The natural water storages and wells were also studied and collected data was utilized for research study and GIS programs. Actively participated in the 1997 - Global GIS conference for the recognition of Qatar, for being the only country to have Nationwide GIS program. (www.gisqatar.org.qa) Senior Research Fellow, Goa - India 1994 - 1996 National Institute of Oceanography (NIO), Government of India Council of scientific and industrial research (CSIR) Responsibilities: Research Fellow (SRF) at N.I.O (Data & Information Division), and was responsible for developing the Data Base Management system, required for Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Research purpose. During my tenure, I have actively participated in research related to Environmental Studies, looking into Earth sciences and Remote Sensing Analysis. Also in my master’s degree thesis, I have extensively worked on the underwater currents, which play a major role in environment ecosystem. In regard to study the Environment impact on the west coast of India, by man made changes, I have also been on ORV Sagar Kanya, a research vessel for 45 days, cruising up to 4 degree south of Indian Ocean. Participated in various environmental programs and had to visit National Remote Sensing Agency (NRSA), Hyderabad , and Indian Meteorology Dept (IMD), Pune for the data analysis and their environmental impact studies. Moreover, attended various programs organized by NIO and other Research Institutions in regard to waste management / oil spill / environment management. I was also project scientist for the Marine Satellite Information Systems (MARSIS), which was required to develop the Coastal Zone Information System (CZIS). I have hands on experience in using GIS/ GPS systems. QUALIFICATION M.B.A Oxford (United Kingdom), Business Strategy and Administration (oxford brookes + said Business school, university of oxford). Building a Business - Entrepreneurship P.G.DBM Goa University (RA) (India) Business Management MSc Goa University (India) Applied Science Graduate Goa University (India) Electronics CERTIFICATION Prince2 Foundation and Practitioner CObit5 Foundation Project Management Page 7 PROFESSIONAL SKILLS Application Designed and Managed. • Enterprise Mobile application , 1st in the region for Enterprise customers • Cloud based IT solutions for Enterprise customers. • Retail and Mobile internet banking application. • Instant issuance of Credit cards and contactless credit cards implementations. • Reporting management systems (POS and Loyalty) for Card holders and Merchants. • Developed various in house application for back office, integrating CB cards systems ( Prime, Online, IST ) • Franchise Information System for Egypt and Bahrain (Remote Cards Data Management in Oracle 9). • Farms Information Management System & Meteorological info System (Arcview, Mapobjects) • GPS Data Converter on the Unix Platform using ARC/INFO • Remote Database Retrieval & Management (INGRES RDBMS) at the National Institute. PARTICIPATION IN PROFESSIONAL COURSES 1. Building a Business, Oxford Business School, Oxford University, United Kingdom. 2. I.T Project Management from B.M.C ( Business Management Institute ) – PMP credits 3. Microsoft Dot NET Technologies 4. Oracle 8i, DBA course. 5. SAP, ERP and CRM 6. Two Weeks training on Global Positioning Systems (GPS) conducted by TRIMBLE GPS, at the AIC, MMA&A , Doha -Qatar. 7. One and Half month training course on ARC/Info, Arcview,VB at the Centre for Geographic Information Systems. MMA&A, Doha –Qatar 8. Participated in a cruise for Indian Ocean Data Collection , By the National Institute Of Oceanography, Govt of India on “Sagar Kanya” ORV vessel. 9. Two weeks Training on GIS (PAMAPS and IDRISI ) at National Remote Sensing Agency, Dept. Of Space , Govt of India, Hyderabad 10. One and Half month course on “Remote Sensing and it’s Applications” conducted by Department of Space, Govt of India. At the National Institute Of Oceanography, Goa ( 3/3/96 to 17/4/96 )IT Strategy • Startup Consulting • Payments • Tech startups and entrepreneurship • Mobile Payments • Mobile Banking • Start-up Operations • Commercial Banking • Operational Excellence • Payment Card Processing •$10/min per minute— — 0
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PCPaul CulmseeManaging Partner at Seven Sigma • Perth Area, AustraliaI am a management consultant and author of the Axiom award winning book "The Heretics Guide to Best Practices: The Reality of Managing Complex Problems in Organsiations". Started out life as an IT geek for the better part of fifteen years before moving into Information Architecture, Complex Problems Solving, Facilitation and Dialogue Mapping. Still have the geek side of my brain there, but have spent the last few years in many interesting projects in an organisational development and sensemaking role. Since 2007, I've been the owner of a consultancy called Seven Sigma (www.sevensigma.com.au) and the author of the Cleverworkarounds (www.cleverworkarounds.com) blog. Also a partner of Inovus (www.inovus.com.au) - a consultancy that combines some incredible skills into one place. I like to play piano, listen to heavy metal music and watch dumb movies :-)IT Strategy • Strategic Planning • Management Consulting • Change Management • Business Analysis • Operations Management • SharePoint • Cisco Technologies • Workshop Facilitation • Strategic Thinking •$4.17/min per minute— — 7
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