PMO Director with over 20 years of extensive expertise in leading transformative projects across global markets, specifically in the technology, insurance, services and media/advertising sectors. Demonstrates a visionary approach to cross-functional projects, process optimization and strategic planning, utilizing a blend of IT expertise and financial acumen to drive measurable business outcomes. Renowned for exceptional communication and leadership skills in multicultural environments, fostering strong stakeholder relationships and aligning project initiatives with corporate objectives. Fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
Led a global portfolio of projects and clients spanning the US, Europe, APAC, Australia, and Latin America, generating over $25M in annual revenue.
Established and enforced governance frameworks for project management, resulting in improved compliance and enhanced business performance metrics.
Prioritized and managed the global project portfolio based on strategic alignment with corporate objectives, overseeing end-to-end delivery from initiation through deployment. Maintained strong client relationships, ensured consistent service quality, and tracked business performance and revenue to optimize results.
Served as the primary liaison between clients and internal C-level executives, ensuring adherence to governance models, corporate processes, project delivery timelines and client satisfaction.
Led and mentored a team of Program and Project Managers across the globe, cultivating a collaborative environment that promoted professional growth and improved project outcomes.
Drove the adoption of addressable advertising technologies and supported business transformation initiatives across Latin America and the US.
Led a regional team of 20 professionals across Latin America, overseeing the PMO, Supply Chain, and Operational Excellence functions, ensuring alignment with strategic corporate objectives by delivering robust business plans, well-defined scopes, and consistent execution.
Spearheaded a regional PMO, covering portfolio, program, and project management, financial control, staff development, risk management, reporting, and strategic planning.
Managed a complex divestment project spanning six countries, ensuring seamless coordination, compliance, and business continuity.
Translated corporate strategy into actionable initiatives that deliver shareholder value and optimized key business processes. Implemented comprehensive dashboards to track KPIs, driving continuous improvement and measurable performance gains.
Fostered partnerships with C-level executives, securing vital sponsorship and engagement for initiatives.
Facilitated board and steering committee meetings with clear, decision-ready reporting and progress tracking.
Oversaw full project governance using a gated model (Prince 2), ensuring structured transitions across all stages—from concept and detailed definition to pilot, development, production, adoption, and benefits realization.
