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David Caran

@davidcaran

Accomplished Lead Technical Project Manager with over 20 years of experience.

United States

What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters innovation, collaboration, and continuous growth.

I am an accomplished Lead Technical Project Manager with over 20 years of experience in project management, specializing in technology projects and digital transformation. My career has been marked by a commitment to identifying business needs and implementing optimal solutions that drive innovation and efficiency. I have successfully managed multi-million dollar software development programs, ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within budget while enhancing user experiences.

Throughout my career, I have led cross-functional teams and collaborated closely with stakeholders to create governance documents, manage financials, and facilitate effective communication. My expertise in Agile methodologies has allowed me to transition teams from traditional project management practices to more dynamic, iterative approaches, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. I am passionate about leveraging technology to solve complex challenges and am dedicated to mentoring others in Agile practices.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Lead Technical Project Manager

Disney Cruise Line

Jul 2023 - Present (1 year 11 months)

Administered a $15 million software development program for Disney Cruise Line, upgrading technical infrastructure and enhancing the guest experience for the reservation system across various platforms. Managed financials for over 60 project stakeholders, 5 development studios, external vendors, and internal teams, including forecasting, reconciliation, and contract management.

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Director of Initiative Delivery

Marriott Vacations Worldwide

Jul 2015 - Present (9 years 11 months)

Coordinated an Initiative Delivery team for numerous enterprise-level projects, upgrading the reservation system, migrating data, and integrating third-party software solutions. Responsible for PMO management, including resource coordination, financial forecasting, and program roadmap prioritization.

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Senior Business Analyst

Wyndham Hotels

Jun 2013 - Present (12 years)

Worked with the requirements team to identify major domain areas for defining business architecture and deconstructed business domains into subdomains and use cases. Conducted requirements elicitation workshops with business stakeholders and subject matter experts.

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Senior BA / Scrum Master

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts

Dec 2010 - Present (14 years 6 months)

Spearheaded agile development efforts by collaborating with Product Development Managers and Technical teams in a SCRUM environment, managing project timelines and deliverables. Orchestrated backlog management, meticulously maintaining user stories, defects, and technical debt.

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Business Analyst

Riptide Software

Sep 2010 - Present (14 years 9 months)

Collaborated with the Raytheon Warrior Training Alliance System Development team to identify and mitigate significant design gaps in the ATLAS MIS web portal. Identified opportunities for business process improvement, translating findings into actionable recommendations.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University logoVU

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Bachelor of Arts, Arts

Completed a Bachelor of Arts degree at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. The curriculum provided a foundational understanding in various academic disciplines.

Scrum Alliance logoSA

Scrum Alliance

Certified Scrum Master, Project Management

Obtained certification as a Certified Scrum Master from Scrum Alliance. This certification enhanced skills in agile methodologies and project management.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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