Ellen K. Collins, MBA, PMP has substantial work experience in project and program management. From 2014 onwards, they served as a Program Manager - Operations Transformation at Simmons Bedding Company. In this role, they led various manufacturing plant consolidations, moves, and closure projects to optimize the company's network. Ellen K. successfully managed cross-functional teams and achieved operational objectives by collaborating with different departments including Operations, Logistics, Engineering, and Finance.
Prior to their role at Simmons Bedding Company, Ellen worked as a Consultant, Project, and Program Manager for multiple companies from 2000 to 2014. Ellen K. partnered with program sponsors to design, implement, and manage summary reporting for a system integration program composed of 18 projects. Through their reporting, they provided valuable insights to leadership, enabling them to address areas of concern and ensure the overall program remained on track to meet client expectations. Additionally, they played a key role in establishing a central Portfolio and Resource Management program for a shared IT services group.
Ellen K. Collins, MBA, PMP has a specialization in CIS from the University of Miami Herbert Business School, where they studied from 1990 to 1992. Additionally, they obtained their MBA degree from the same institution during that period. In 2006, Ellen achieved the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute.
April, 2014 - present