Senior Project / Program Manager Resume
Title
Senior Project / Program Manager
Primary Skills
Project Management, Process Improvement, Software Development/Software Engineering
Location
US-NY-Penfield
Posted
Jul-03-12
RESUME DETAILS
John Scott Parsons, PMP
Project Program Manager -- Summary of Qualifications
Versatile, certified project management professional successful in coordinating efforts across
organizations and global locations providing solutions to support strategic business objectives with
specialty in software and new product development as well as process improvement.
Change agent and strategic thinker that makes a difference through accountability, process
improvement, communication, attention to details, and more.
* Initiated project management benchmarking of internal and external practices that
generated a strategy proposal that if implemented had projected savings over $5M due to
schedule reductions, shorter time to market, and improved project planning and execution
* Introduced and promoted concepts to improve team morale and general work environment;
lead several efforts and events that tried new ideas to promote these concepts
* Commercialization process (phases & gates)
* Work with varied management and groups including senior managers, vendors, volunteers
* Product and information systems software development life cycles
* Software Capability Maturity Model (CMM)
* Capability Maturity Model Integrated (CMMI)
* Presentation of information, proposals, ideas
* Quality and process improvement initiatives
* Teaching, mentoring, and coaching
Professional Experience and Accomplishments
Eastman Kodak Company; Rochester, New York
Commercialization Manager (Program Manager) 2011-2012
Managed multiple and parallel configuration and client releases of KODAK Create@Home desktop
software for home creation of premium photo products. Responsible for planning, roadmap definition,
requirements, schedules, resources allocations, budgets, status reporting and metrics, process
improvements and coordination of multiple functional areas including the 3rd party software provider
* Delivered two new variants for target client markets to increase premium photo printers
and media use that put the business on track to reach targets of over $4M in sales
* Supported overall business strategy of increasing access points for printing premium photo
output and helped grow business model in emerging markets
Project Program Manager 2007-2011
Held multiple project management roles that stabilized and delivered results for internal clients while
also making process improvements that immediately helped business project teams.
* Put team on target to meet expectations for a conversion to a more efficient Call Center
software application and save over $1M in license fees
* Helped a cross-business photo book planning team attain establish a firm set of targets for
each business to measure and track toward overall projected sales in excess of $69M
* Lead RBM Picture Maker team to an early completion enabling enhancements and
optimization to be deployed earlier saving over $500,000 in support costs
* Introduced team to Agile process for tracking activities that made them more engaged
* Positioned a B2B sales process program intended to improve effectiveness & productivity of
worldwide sales force for all product groups and achieving incremental revenue of $13.5M
* Created and managed launch schedules for 5 ink jet printers, 6 associated ink products,
and multiple variants of each to over 12 countries that grew the business per plan
* Guided ink package redesign that reduced packaging and shipping costs by an
estimated $1M and allowed more product to be shipped with the same footprint
* Delivered short list of project portfolio management tools for final evaluation; a new tool
was expected to provide higher productivity and process control over all project elements
Project Manager and Software Tool Consultant/Strategist 2004-2007
Held management roles for several tool deployment and strategy definition projects and served as
focal point for process-tool integration issues and questions such as product roadmap definitions
* Led global, cross-business unit team to redefine and set a strategy for a common set of
software engineering tools and services geared toward product development
* Developed software development tool business case and estimates of cost savings under
various scenarios that justified a common software development tool environment
* Developed project plans that aided global organizations define software development
tool deployment plans and roadmaps that aligned with process and business objectives
* Guided several deployment projects for issue tracking, requirements management, and
test management to meet client needs, timeline, and priorities with the goal of reducing
costs, meeting business objectives and providing a completely integrated solution
Software Development Project Manager 2000-2004
Managed and supervised a team of software development and image science engineers while
implementing major process updates to improve quality and reliability.
* Delivered, per plan, 4 major releases and several minor releases of the software-based
imaging library which became the core of Kodak Perfect Touch used in multiple products
* Created an accountable environment by directing the team, establishing individual
commitments and development plans aligned with team goals, and improved
communication; promoted team morale using various team building efforts
* Improved the repeatability and delivery process of development team so that new
releases were available aligned to client expectations and the level of quality expected
Senior Software Engineer -- Process Improvement 1996-2000
As part of a Software Engineering Process Group, led a team focused on software process tools;
stayed within budget while reaching business unit objectives supporting their improvement efforts.
* Supported the R&D strategy to raise software maturity per CMM/CMMI expectations by
defining a set of recommended tools and providing information on getting started
* Removed barriers by reducing license and training costs at least 20% and provided seed
purchases, site licenses, and other incentives to use the recommended tools
* Lead vendor and demonstration exhibit portion of Kodak Engineering Conference for three
successive years while improving the offering and quality for attendees each year
Senior Software Engineer -- Software Development 1992-1996
* Performed various development tasks and became output services framework leader of a
Macintosh-based imaging kiosk product (Creation Station) while meeting expectations
Senior Applications Analyst 1988-1992
* Promoted knowledge-based systems as alternative solution to complex client problems
* Led a cross-organization team to deliver improved time tracking system using DB2 system
* Initiated and implemented several communication and tool improvements that improved
team's effectiveness and productivity while also improving the “quality of life”
* Optimized software for processing time and cost performance saving significant dollars
Applications Analyst 1984-1988
Designed, implemented, and tested several “master scheduling” batch and on-line MRP and related
applications meeting or exceeding all target dates and quality expectations
Education and Professional Training
Rochester Institute of Technology; Rochester, New York
M.S. Computer Science (Thesis: Artificial Intelligence -- Knowledge-Based Systems)
California University of Pennsylvania; California, Pennsylvania
B. S. Math and Computer Science with Business minor; Summa Cum Laude QPA: 3.84/4.00
John Scott Parsons
Addendum
Technical Skills
* Microsoft Office tools:
Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Project/Project Enterprise,
Visio, MindManager
* Process-based tools:
RequisitePro, ClearCase/UCM, ClearQuest, Rose/UML, Rational
Unified Process, Rational Method Composer, SoDA, DOORS
* Collaboration Tools:
SharePoint, TeamRoom, eRoom, NetMeeting, Webex
* Programming languages:
C, C++, PL/I, PASCAL, FORTRAN, Visual Basic, exposure to others
* Web development tools:
HTML, FrontPage, DreamWeaver, Communicator
* Database tools:
Access, Oracle, SQL-Server, DB2/SQL/QMF, IMS
* AI-Based Systems tools:
Automator MI, VP-Expert, Personal Consultant
* Operating systems:
WinX, DOS, MacOS, UNIX, IBM- MVS/VM/VSE, VAX/VMS
Professional Development and Voluntary Services
* Project Management Institute (PMI) member - certified Project Management Professional 4/2009
* IEEE Computer Society member
* Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) member
* Former member of American Association for Artificial Intelligence (AAAI)
Exploring Program
Kodak Exploring Coordinator 1998-2004
Coordinated overall program (including up to 12 posts) under Kodak sponsorship
* Represented and promoted Exploring programs within Kodak, coordinated and planed
major activities such as an informational registration event, recruited volunteers,
monitored/negotiated annual budget, oversaw general recognition, represented
programs with Kodak management, local council and council sponsored events
* Developed prototype web sites for Kodak Exploring and local Exploring Council
Computer Science Explorer Post Leader 1992-2004
Volunteer Exploring leader for computer science post providing career guidance and experience for
high school students; directed adult leaders, post program content, activities, and more
* Performed scheduling, coordination, recruiting, and planning tasks
* Presented software engineering concepts (teaching role), led career discussions, prepared
career presentations and handouts; created and maintained a post handbook
* Conducted learning session for Scout leaders at council events
* Used Rational Software tool suite as basis for software learning activities and demonstration
* Earned Exploring Advisor's Key, Exploring Training Award, and Exploring Silver E awards
Awards / Recognition / Publications
* Finalist Kodak Software Excellence Award 2001, 1998
* Exploring Silver E Award -- Exploring volunteer recognition 1999
* IBM Rational Software Development Conference presentation 2006, 1999
* Kodak Engineering Conference presentation 2005, 2001, 1999, 1998, 1997
* Several recognition awards at Eastman Kodak Company 1985-2012
* Several academic awards during high school and college
Project Program Manager -- Summary of Qualifications
Versatile, certified project management professional successful in coordinating efforts across
organizations and global locations providing solutions to support strategic business objectives with
specialty in software and new product development as well as process improvement.
Change agent and strategic thinker that makes a difference through accountability, process
improvement, communication, attention to details, and more.
* Initiated project management benchmarking of internal and external practices that
generated a strategy proposal that if implemented had projected savings over $5M due to
schedule reductions, shorter time to market, and improved project planning and execution
* Introduced and promoted concepts to improve team morale and general work environment;
lead several efforts and events that tried new ideas to promote these concepts
* Commercialization process (phases & gates)
* Work with varied management and groups including senior managers, vendors, volunteers
* Product and information systems software development life cycles
* Software Capability Maturity Model (CMM)
* Capability Maturity Model Integrated (CMMI)
* Presentation of information, proposals, ideas
* Quality and process improvement initiatives
* Teaching, mentoring, and coaching
Professional Experience and Accomplishments
Eastman Kodak Company; Rochester, New York
Commercialization Manager (Program Manager) 2011-2012
Managed multiple and parallel configuration and client releases of KODAK Create@Home desktop
software for home creation of premium photo products. Responsible for planning, roadmap definition,
requirements, schedules, resources allocations, budgets, status reporting and metrics, process
improvements and coordination of multiple functional areas including the 3rd party software provider
* Delivered two new variants for target client markets to increase premium photo printers
and media use that put the business on track to reach targets of over $4M in sales
* Supported overall business strategy of increasing access points for printing premium photo
output and helped grow business model in emerging markets
Project Program Manager 2007-2011
Held multiple project management roles that stabilized and delivered results for internal clients while
also making process improvements that immediately helped business project teams.
* Put team on target to meet expectations for a conversion to a more efficient Call Center
software application and save over $1M in license fees
* Helped a cross-business photo book planning team attain establish a firm set of targets for
each business to measure and track toward overall projected sales in excess of $69M
* Lead RBM Picture Maker team to an early completion enabling enhancements and
optimization to be deployed earlier saving over $500,000 in support costs
* Introduced team to Agile process for tracking activities that made them more engaged
* Positioned a B2B sales process program intended to improve effectiveness & productivity of
worldwide sales force for all product groups and achieving incremental revenue of $13.5M
* Created and managed launch schedules for 5 ink jet printers, 6 associated ink products,
and multiple variants of each to over 12 countries that grew the business per plan
* Guided ink package redesign that reduced packaging and shipping costs by an
estimated $1M and allowed more product to be shipped with the same footprint
* Delivered short list of project portfolio management tools for final evaluation; a new tool
was expected to provide higher productivity and process control over all project elements
Project Manager and Software Tool Consultant/Strategist 2004-2007
Held management roles for several tool deployment and strategy definition projects and served as
focal point for process-tool integration issues and questions such as product roadmap definitions
* Led global, cross-business unit team to redefine and set a strategy for a common set of
software engineering tools and services geared toward product development
* Developed software development tool business case and estimates of cost savings under
various scenarios that justified a common software development tool environment
* Developed project plans that aided global organizations define software development
tool deployment plans and roadmaps that aligned with process and business objectives
* Guided several deployment projects for issue tracking, requirements management, and
test management to meet client needs, timeline, and priorities with the goal of reducing
costs, meeting business objectives and providing a completely integrated solution
Software Development Project Manager 2000-2004
Managed and supervised a team of software development and image science engineers while
implementing major process updates to improve quality and reliability.
* Delivered, per plan, 4 major releases and several minor releases of the software-based
imaging library which became the core of Kodak Perfect Touch used in multiple products
* Created an accountable environment by directing the team, establishing individual
commitments and development plans aligned with team goals, and improved
communication; promoted team morale using various team building efforts
* Improved the repeatability and delivery process of development team so that new
releases were available aligned to client expectations and the level of quality expected
Senior Software Engineer -- Process Improvement 1996-2000
As part of a Software Engineering Process Group, led a team focused on software process tools;
stayed within budget while reaching business unit objectives supporting their improvement efforts.
* Supported the R&D strategy to raise software maturity per CMM/CMMI expectations by
defining a set of recommended tools and providing information on getting started
* Removed barriers by reducing license and training costs at least 20% and provided seed
purchases, site licenses, and other incentives to use the recommended tools
* Lead vendor and demonstration exhibit portion of Kodak Engineering Conference for three
successive years while improving the offering and quality for attendees each year
Senior Software Engineer -- Software Development 1992-1996
* Performed various development tasks and became output services framework leader of a
Macintosh-based imaging kiosk product (Creation Station) while meeting expectations
Senior Applications Analyst 1988-1992
* Promoted knowledge-based systems as alternative solution to complex client problems
* Led a cross-organization team to deliver improved time tracking system using DB2 system
* Initiated and implemented several communication and tool improvements that improved
team's effectiveness and productivity while also improving the “quality of life”
* Optimized software for processing time and cost performance saving significant dollars
Applications Analyst 1984-1988
Designed, implemented, and tested several “master scheduling” batch and on-line MRP and related
applications meeting or exceeding all target dates and quality expectations
Education and Professional Training
Rochester Institute of Technology; Rochester, New York
M.S. Computer Science (Thesis: Artificial Intelligence -- Knowledge-Based Systems)
California University of Pennsylvania; California, Pennsylvania
B. S. Math and Computer Science with Business minor; Summa Cum Laude QPA: 3.84/4.00
John Scott Parsons
Addendum
Technical Skills
* Microsoft Office tools:
Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Project/Project Enterprise,
Visio, MindManager
* Process-based tools:
RequisitePro, ClearCase/UCM, ClearQuest, Rose/UML, Rational
Unified Process, Rational Method Composer, SoDA, DOORS
* Collaboration Tools:
SharePoint, TeamRoom, eRoom, NetMeeting, Webex
* Programming languages:
C, C++, PL/I, PASCAL, FORTRAN, Visual Basic, exposure to others
* Web development tools:
HTML, FrontPage, DreamWeaver, Communicator
* Database tools:
Access, Oracle, SQL-Server, DB2/SQL/QMF, IMS
* AI-Based Systems tools:
Automator MI, VP-Expert, Personal Consultant
* Operating systems:
WinX, DOS, MacOS, UNIX, IBM- MVS/VM/VSE, VAX/VMS
Professional Development and Voluntary Services
* Project Management Institute (PMI) member - certified Project Management Professional 4/2009
* IEEE Computer Society member
* Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) member
* Former member of American Association for Artificial Intelligence (AAAI)
Exploring Program
Kodak Exploring Coordinator 1998-2004
Coordinated overall program (including up to 12 posts) under Kodak sponsorship
* Represented and promoted Exploring programs within Kodak, coordinated and planed
major activities such as an informational registration event, recruited volunteers,
monitored/negotiated annual budget, oversaw general recognition, represented
programs with Kodak management, local council and council sponsored events
* Developed prototype web sites for Kodak Exploring and local Exploring Council
Computer Science Explorer Post Leader 1992-2004
Volunteer Exploring leader for computer science post providing career guidance and experience for
high school students; directed adult leaders, post program content, activities, and more
* Performed scheduling, coordination, recruiting, and planning tasks
* Presented software engineering concepts (teaching role), led career discussions, prepared
career presentations and handouts; created and maintained a post handbook
* Conducted learning session for Scout leaders at council events
* Used Rational Software tool suite as basis for software learning activities and demonstration
* Earned Exploring Advisor's Key, Exploring Training Award, and Exploring Silver E awards
Awards / Recognition / Publications
* Finalist Kodak Software Excellence Award 2001, 1998
* Exploring Silver E Award -- Exploring volunteer recognition 1999
* IBM Rational Software Development Conference presentation 2006, 1999
* Kodak Engineering Conference presentation 2005, 2001, 1999, 1998, 1997
* Several recognition awards at Eastman Kodak Company 1985-2012
* Several academic awards during high school and college
Certifications
PMI Project Management Professional (PMP)
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