Lauren F. Howze

Lauren F. Howze has extensive work experience in project management and business analysis roles. Lauren F. Howze, is currently working as a Project Manager/Scrum Master at A P Ventures, LLC (APV) since May 2023.

Previously, Lauren worked as an IT Project Manager/Business Systems Analyst at CANVIZ, where they led the IT team for project development, ensured compliance with policies, and tracked multiple workstreams. Lauren F. Howze, also developed project management plans, schedules, and analyzed data for stakeholders. Their role at CANVIZ started in October 2021.

Before that, Lauren worked as a Business Analyst/Consultant at McMenamin Consulting Group, LLC. Lauren F. Howze, led the development of requirements for IT initiatives, conducted data analysis, and provided insights to stakeholders. Their tenure at McMenamin Consulting Group lasted from August 2019 to December 2021.

Lauren gained experience as a Project Manager at NetImpact Strategies Inc., where they led requirements gathering sessions and translated functional software requirements into technical requirements. Lauren F. Howze, also assessed risks and developed mitigation strategies. Their role at NetImpact Strategies lasted from August 2014 to August 2019.

Additionally, Lauren worked as a Business Consultant and Functional Analyst at NetImpact Strategies Inc., where they provided program management support and consulted on PMO activities. Lauren F. Howze, also designed business process improvements and developed a governance structure for collaborative decision-making. Their tenure in these roles lasted from October 2012 to September 2014.

Lauren's earlier experience includes working as an Executive Assistant for the Chief of Staff and Directorate Executive Assistant at General Dynamics Information Technology. In these roles, they provided executive administration and information management support, as well as developed executive reports and presentations. Lauren F. Howze, worked in these positions in 2011.

Overall, Lauren has a strong background in project management, IT, business analysis, and program management, with experience in various domains and industries.

Lauren F. Howze, MBA, MS, PMP, ITILv3, completed their education with a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Business Administration, Management and Operations from Frostburg State University in 2009. Lauren F. Howze, then pursued a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Marketing/Marketing Management, General from the University of Maryland Global Campus in 2012. Subsequently, in 2013, they earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from the same institution.

In addition to their academic pursuits, Howze obtained several certifications. Lauren F. Howze, acquired the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification in December 2015 and became ITILv3 certified in September 2015. Moreover, they hold a certification as a Prenatal & Postnatal Fitness Specialist from AFPA American Fitness Professionals & Associates, although the specific dates of obtaining this certification are unavailable.