Valerie M - Mba, Csm

Valerie M has a diverse professional background with experience in various industries such as technology, finance, retail, and consulting. Valerie holds an MBA and a Certified Scrum Master (CSM) certification.

Valerie's most recent role is as a Senior Manager of Software Engineering Technical Programs at Sony Interactive Entertainment, starting in 2021. In this position, they lead multiple scrum teams of software engineers and collaborates with globally distributed engineering teams to deliver fast and performant experiences to millions of customers. Valerie also identifies and improves application performance opportunities.

Prior to that, Valerie worked at Nokia as a Consultant-Information Technology Solutions Manager from 2018 to 2021. Their responsibilities included coordinating, implementing, and tracking cloud-based program deliverables across agile teams and achieving compliance with data security standards.

In 2018, Valerie served as a Consultant-Digital Transformation Manager at Macy's on a 4-month onsite contract. During this time, they designed modern applications and industry-specific solutions to improve flexibility, scalability, and cost management. Valerie also established Center of Excellence services for Oracle ERP products.

From 2016 to 2017, Valerie was an Operations Senior Practice Manager at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. Valerie managed infrastructure and operational environments, defined and managed multiple programs and projects, and played a key role in informing future product roadmap decisions.

Valerie worked as an IT PMO Manager at Wells Fargo from 2015 to 2016. In this role, they led various engagement activities across the North American change portfolio, focusing on governance, traceability, transparency, and delivery support for digital and technology initiatives.

In their role as an ITS Senior Management ERP Consultant at EMA Inc. from 2014 to 2015, Valerie worked with utilities and city governments to deploy and adopt ERP/CRM technologies. Valerie implemented automated systems that simplified complex migration and integration initiatives.

Valerie's experience also includes working as a Consultant-Senior EPMO IT Portfolio Manager at Randstad Technologies US from 2013 to 2014. Valerie focused on leveraging cross-functional collaboration to drive healthcare initiatives and solutions, promoting the adoption and meaningful use of health information technology.

At Sleep Number Corporation in 2012 as a Consultant-Senior EPMO Program Manager, Valerie managed various projects related to ERP/CRM system transition and organizational change management.

From 2010 to 2012, Valerie served as a Senior IT Manager-Analytics & Business Intelligence at Wipro Technologies. Valerie directed teams in accelerating enterprise-wide performance through analytical solutions and financial frameworks. Valerie also led the creation and implementation of customized project management modules.

Valerie started their career in 2006 with roles at GE and Nissan, where they led technical upgrade projects, reviewed architecture design, and implemented ERP/CRM projects.

Overall, Valerie M has a strong track record of leadership and expertise in driving technical delivery, managing programs and projects, and implementing ERP/CRM solutions across various industries.

Valerie M has an extensive education history. Valerie obtained their MBA in Technology & International Business from Walden University, where they studied from 2008 to 2010. Prior to that, they pursued their undergraduate studies at Metro State University from 1987 to 1991 and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in CIS and Math. In addition to their formal education, Valerie M has also obtained two certifications in leadership from The National Society of Leadership and Success, which they obtained in June 2021.