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Ben Blackston

@benblackston

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Dynamic Program Manager with expertise in complex project leadership.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for opportunities that allow me to lead innovative projects and drive operational efficiency in a collaborative environment.

I am a dynamic Program Manager with extensive experience in leading complex projects across the financial services and technology sectors. I have successfully managed multi-million dollar implementations, optimizing project delivery and operational efficiency. My expertise in cloud migrations has driven significant improvements in Consulting, Network, and Cyber towers.

In my current role as a Senior Project Manager at Fiserv, I lead a 20-person team in the migration of Salesforce instances to support the Asset Leasing division. I coordinate cross-functional workshops to align business requirements, improve data integrity, and streamline leasing workflows. My previous experience at Capgemini involved executing a ServiceNow, Agile-led engagement for a software development client, managing a team of over 15 members, and overseeing major data center exits for large clients.

Throughout my career, I have demonstrated exceptional project management skills, delivering tangible results and overcoming challenges. I am passionate about leveraging technology to enhance operational efficiency and drive project success.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Senior Project Manager

Current

Fiserv

Jul 2025 - Present (0 months)

Led a 20-person team in the migration of Salesforce instances to support the Asset Leasing division. Coordinated cross-functional workshops to align business requirements, improve data integrity, and streamline leasing workflows.

Salesforce Project Management Data Integrity Workflow Optimization Resource Allocation Risk Assessment Sprint Planning

Engagement Manager/Senior Program Manager

Capgemini, North America

Jul 2019 - Feb 2025 (5 years 7 months)

Executed a ServiceNow, Agile-led engagement for a software development client, specializing in HRSD and the implementation of 20+ financial workflows. Managed the initial phase of a major data center exit for a large pharmaceutical client, leading a team of 80.

ServiceNow Agile SAP Google Cloud Platform (GCP)IAM Zscaler AWS O365 Citrix

Project Manager

Capgemini, UK

Aug 2016 - Jul 2019 (2 years 11 months)

Delivered cloud infrastructure projects across diverse industries, securing a $1M+ bid for an Automobile client in the Nordics. Resolved a challenging client relationship to deliver an infrastructure build and configuration, deploying 57 VMs and 13 ESX physical servers to enhance operational efficiency for hundreds of users.

Cloud Infrastructure Project Management Client Relationship Management

Project Manager

Fujitsu

Sep 2012 - Jul 2016 (3 years 10 months)

Managed multiple bids and projects across public and private sectors, including an MPLS rollout and Windows 7 upgrade. Delivered a SharePoint migration for a client in the Public Sector.

Project Management MPLS SharePoint)Public Sector Bid Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Birmingham

BSc, Accounting and Finance

Studied Accounting and Finance, gaining a strong foundation in financial principles and their application. Developed analytical skills relevant to business and financial management.