PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Associate Professor of Information Systems
Edinboro University
Edinboro, PA
08/19-Current:
Design and teach information system courses for undergraduate program and additional courses as needed.
Results:
Fall 2019 Redesigned and teach BUAD 320: Introduction to Enterprise Systems
Fall 2019 Teach MKTG 360: Channels of Distribution
Fall 2019 Designed course curriculum and teach MBA 710: Implementation of Change
SAP University Alliances (UA) Faculty Coordinator
Associate Professor of Information Systems
Harrisburg University of Science and Technology
Harrisburg, PA
07/18-04/19
Design new Enterprise Systems (ES) courses for the Information Systems and Engineering Management (ISEM) and Project Management (PMGT) graduate programs.
Results:
Established SAP University Alliances partnership.
Designed and taught new ES courses.
Professor of Practice
Georgia State University
Department of Computer Information Systems
Atlanta, GA
05/16-06/18
A faculty position requiring executive-level experienced leadership roles with significant accomplishments in industry. Responsible for designing and teaching the Enterprise Systems (ES) concentration in the Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) program.
In addition, focused on developing relationships with industry partners to support student internships and job placements, curriculum input, joint research projects, and teaching opportunities.
Results:
Continual improvement in design, effectiveness and value of the Enterprise Systems concentration, including working with the SAP University Alliances (UA) program and the SAP Americas’ Users’ Group (ASUG).
Consistent growth of student cohorts, though now capped at 25 students per cohort by management:
Cohort 2015-2: 12 students (inaugural ES cohort)
Cohort 2016-1: 9 students
Cohort 2016-2: 15 students
Cohort 2017-1: 41 students
Cohort 2017-2: 26 students
Cohort 2018-1: 25 students
Consistent success with student internships and industry partners. Note, based on available data and most students are F1 visa students.
Cohort 2015-2: 83%
Cohort 2016-1: 100%
Cohort 2016-2: 100%
Cohort 2017-1: 80%
Cohort 2017-2: 88%
Cohort 2018-1: 44% (going into Spring 2018)
Consistent success with student placements and industry partners. Note, based on available data and most students are F1 visa students. Domestic students have a 100% placement rate with many before graduation.
Cohort 2015-2: 83%
Cohort 2016-1:100%
Cohort 2016-2: 100%
Cohort 2017-1: 75% (with one postponing graduation; otherwise, 73%)
Cohort 2017-2: 77% (with four postponing graduation; otherwise, 65%)
Cohort 2018-1: Multiple students already hired before graduation.
SAP TERP10 pass rate (national average pass rate is 70%):
JUL 2015: 89%
AUG 2015: 100%
Cohorts 2016-1 & 2: 90%
Cohort 2017-1: 97%
Cohort 2017-2: 79%
Cohort 2018-1: 100%
Multiple new industry partner engagements that are developing into long-term relationships for internships and job placements.
Engaging industry partners for research partnerships (e.g., SAP SuccessFactors).
Faculty Activities/Accomplishments Report (FAAR) 2016:
Overall Performance: Significantly Above (SA)
Teaching: Significantly Above (SA)
Service: Significantly Above (SA)
Research/Publications: Above (A)
As stated above in the Teaching Experience section:
Top Professor Award for MSIS program from ES cohort 2017-2 – DEC 2017
Ranked 3rd for Teaching Effectiveness out of 23 full-time CIS faculty for AY 2016
Average Teaching Effectiveness for AY 2017 is 4.7 out of 5.0 (includes MBA students)
Average Worthiness of the Courses for AY 2017 is 4.6 out of 5.0 (includes MBA students)
Director of Programs
Visiting Academic Professional
Georgia State University
Department of Computer Information Systems
Atlanta, GA
06/14-04/16:
Director of Programs is an executive-level experienced leadership role responsible for planning, execution, and operational performance of initiatives for creating and maintaining embedded relationships with industry partners. Duties include developing and nurturing industry partner relationships for joint research and student engagement activities and teaching courses. This role requires ability to lead and collaborate with corporate partners, faculty, administration, and staff.
Results:
Developed multiple new industry partner relationships resulting in internships and job placements
Implemented operational reporting for internship and job placement results
Designed and wrote four syllabi for new Enterprise Systems (ES) concentration, AUG 2014
Teaching all four new Enterprise Systems classes, 2015-2016
Mentoring faculty to teach Enterprise Systems classes, 2015-2016
Planned and executed the CIS Internship and Career Fair with the Technology Association for GA, 2015
31 attendees passed the SAP TERP10 certification, a nearly 100% pass rate compared to the national average pass rate of 70%, JUL-AUG 2015
Planned and executed the Computer Information Systems (CIS) Industry Partner Speaking Series
14 guest speakers for fall semester 2015
The Human Face of Big Data movie screening with film director Sandy Smolan, GSU, and industry
Established new partnership with the Georgia Chapter of Americas’ SAP Users’ Group (ASUG)
CIS student volunteers and information table at ASUG’s OCT 2015 meeting
Conducted two hour ERP Simulation (ERPSim) training for ASUG attendees, OCT 2015
Established new partnership with SAP University Alliances’ Digital Transformation Academic Roadshow for 2016
GSU CIS is a pilot university along with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Stanford University, University of Notre Dame, Villanova University, and the University of Arkansas
Conducted ES concentration information session for MSIS cohorts which included nine industry partners with two being authors of books used in the ES concentration, JAN 2016.
Delivery Manager
SAP America
Atlanta, GA
09/13-05/14
Delivery Manager (DM) is an executive-level experienced project manager with a successful record of managing large global and cross cultural IT programs. An empowered executive with strong internal relationships to senior management, solutions, and industry leads. Support clients with reducing Total Cost of Implementation and optimizing Total Cost of Ownership. Supports consulting sales and contributes to development of delivery methods and knowledge base. DM role is reserved for those with approximately fifteen years of delivery experience. A formal mentor to program and project managers.
Results:
Simultaneously managed a multi-year program and two active SAP projects for client
Managed a twelve month ASAP implementation project for an airline
Managed two Rapid Deployment Solution (RDS) projects for two clients in the Oil and Gas industry
Supported multiple consulting sales culminating in a multi-million dollar program contract
RDS program manager which supported consulting sales and delivery lines of business
Senior Project Manager, SAP America, Atlanta, GA, 02/04-09/13:
Senior Project Manager (Sr. PM) is a key liaison between SAP, the assigned client, and implementation partners during the project lifecycle and support of SAP solutions. In this role, the Sr. PM provides leadership, direction, and oversight of delivery activities to enable maximum customer value throughout the Customer Engagement Lifecycle. The Sr. PM works to achieve the “trusted advisor” status, develop strong and lasting relationships, and develop reference customers. Internally, the Sr. PM supports consulting sales and contributes to development of delivery methods and knowledge base. Typically multi-million dollar projects with 150 plus personnel. Results:
Eight successful SAP implementation projects with multiple customer reference letters
Successfully supported multiple consulting sales cycles culminating in multi-million dollar contracts
Awarded the SAP Service Excellence Award 2005
Project Manager
SAP America
Irvine, CA
03/01-02/04:
Project Manager (PM) who specializes in the Accelerated SAP (ASAP) implementation methodology. PM is skilled in the planning, staffing, executing, controlling, training, and closing of SAP projects. A member of the steering committee accustomed to providing senior management with timely project statuses. Well versed in identifying and resolving project risks and issues. PM is experienced in ensuring that SAP projects are completed on time and on budget. Successfully managed multiple projects in multiple industries.
Results:
Four successful SAP implementation projects with multiple customer reference letters
Awarded the SAP Leadership Club 2001
Sales & Distribution Applications Consultant, SAP-Certified
SAP America
Irvine, CA
06/98-03/01
Implemented and supported the Sales and Distribution (SD) application module to enhance the clients’ business functionality and performance. Project deliverables include the business requirements blueprint, configuration, testing, training, and support. Ensure proper integration of SD to other modules.
Results:
Taught SAP Training course material
Executed project management tasks and responsibilities twenty-four months early
Logistics and District Manager
John Deere Commercial Worksite Products
Knoxville, TN, 09/96-06/98
Performed multiple roles including distribution operations and district manager. Trained the dealerships’ management, sales personnel, and technicians on products, markets, finance programs, and competition.
Results:
Increased FY97 retail sales 67% over FY96 retail sales
Established more retail outlets by studying the markets and business plans
U.S. Army Officer
Global
05/88-04/94
As an Armor and Cavalry officer, performed multiple roles including supervisor, liaison officer, deputy comptroller, assistant plans and operations officer, and primary staff as the personnel officer.
Officer Evaluation Report comments:
Turned the Personnel Administration Center (PAC) around…increased productivity in the finance section which resulted in improved timeliness from 17% to 95%.
A self-starter who needs little guidance…capable of accomplishing any mission.
Demonstrated, continually, the ability to assess and objectively analyze problems.
Earned great support and loyalty from his subordinates and peers.
Intelligent, articulate and meticulous in planning and execution of all facets of his work.
During combat, not one vehicle went without ammunition, food, or fuel over a 375-km offensive.
Awarded the Bronze Star.
Developed a decisive and take-charge style of leadership that inspires men under his charge. He shares his knowledge and experience…and is a consummate team player.