Mario Vidal
@mariovidal
Technology-oriented professional with 18+ years in program management.
What I'm looking for
I am a technology-oriented professional with over 18 years of experience in program and project management, specializing in operations and team leadership. My career has been marked by a commitment to constant improvement and excellence, which has enabled me to raise over $10M in program revenue and implement innovative software solutions across various organizations.
Throughout my journey, I have built and managed diverse teams, fostering collaboration and adaptability in fast-paced environments. My roles have ranged from Senior Program Manager at Singularity Education Group to Insight Manager, where I successfully set and monitored KPIs, delivered complex reports, and coordinated with stakeholders to ensure program success. I thrive on challenges and am passionate about creating impactful solutions that drive organizational growth.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Program Manager
Singularity Education Group
Sep 2021 - Present (3 years 10 months)
Raised over $10 million in program revenue. Implemented new software solutions across the entire company and coordinated with internal stakeholders to ensure program delivery.
Program Manager
Upwork
Feb 2020 - Present (5 years 5 months)
Managed a portfolio of over 40 accounts, significantly increasing revenue. Implemented new software solutions across the company to enhance operational efficiency.
Language Coach Manager
Duolingo
Aug 2018 - Present (6 years 11 months)
Led and managed schedules for a team of over 70 language coaches. Compiled app feedback and reviewed app content, including abuse reports.
QA & Support Specialist
Descript
Aug 2018 - Present (6 years 11 months)
Designed support workflows and policies, and managed the app's QA Testing process. Provided technical and customer support to app users.
Insight Manager
Singularity University
Aug 2018 - Present (6 years 11 months)
Set, maintained, and monitored Support KPIs and goals. Delivered complex reports for upper management and deployed various systems to measure success.
Project Management/Advisor
Jodel App
Jan 2016 - Present (9 years 6 months)
Coordinated communication strategy, press releases, and app/site content. Built, hired, and maintained the Support Team, including policies, knowledge base, and CRM system implementation.
Support Lead
Outlook Mobile
Sep 2015 - Present (9 years 10 months)
Led a support team, ensuring constant improvement in support policies and procedures. Maintained and monitored Support Team KPIs and goals, and set efficient escalation and bug reporting procedures.
Community / Support Manager and Trust and Safety Advisor
Couchsurfing.com
Jul 2011 - Present (14 years)
Coordinated communication strategy and led large teams of volunteers, then built a full-time Support Staff. Set, maintained, and monitored Support Team KPIs and goals, including CRM system transition.
QA Analyst
Accenture
Apr 2011 - Present (14 years 3 months)
Created and executed test plans for software, mobile apps, and other computer applications to ensure proper design and function. Ensured full compliance with agency requirements and tight deadlines, coordinating test phases in an agile development cycle.
QI Specialist
Amazon.com
Jan 2011 - Present (14 years 6 months)
Coordinated ongoing trainings and prepared complex statistical reports for upper management. Developed and implemented Kaizen projects to ensure more efficient operational performance and increased customer satisfaction.
Technical Account Manager
Amazon
Oct 2010 - Present (14 years 9 months)
Promoted and outlined Kaizen projects to improve customer satisfaction. Provided technical and customer support for Amazon's third-party sellers, advising clients on resolving claims and disputes.
QA Specialist
Fujitsu
Mar 2010 - Present (15 years 4 months)
Monitored and evaluated the quality of service provided by Service Desk Specialists. Determined Quality KPIs and goals to diagnose and improve Agent's Performance, and developed Quality and Six Sigma Projects.
Nalco Service Desk Specialist
Fujitsu
Dec 2009 - Present (15 years 7 months)
Provided support and troubleshooting services in Spanish, French, and English for hardware and software, including network connectivity and Active Directory. Participated in IT and infrastructure projects, routing and prioritizing incidents and requests.
Alienware QA Auditor
Dell
Dec 2007 - Present (17 years 7 months)
Monitored, evaluated, and diagnosed strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats in service workflow and provided service across two support locations. Developed Quality and Six Sigma Projects to improve performance and defined/standardized KPIs and Quality Standards.
MSN Tech Support
Sykes
Apr 2006 - Present (19 years 3 months)
Tested and identified bugs in various MSN software products. Provided technical support in Spanish, French, and English for users worldwide, and handled abuse reports in MSN groups.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Politécnico Internacional Culinary School
Diploma, Culinary Arts
2016 - 2019
Studied culinary arts at Politécnico Internacional Culinary School from 2016 to 2019.
Universidad Latina
Bachelor of Science, Systems Engineering
2009 - 2011
Pursued a degree in Systems Engineering at Universidad Latina from 2009 to 2011.
Centro de Estudos Brasileiros
Certificate, Portuguese Language
2007 - 2009
Studied Portuguese at Centro de Estudos Brasileiros from 2007 to 2009.
Universidad Nacional de Costa Rica
Diploma, Acting
2006 - 2008
Attended the Acting School at Universidad Nacional de Costa Rica from 2006 to 2008.
Alliance Française
DALF Diploma, French Language
2006 - 2007
Obtained the DALF Diploma from Alliance Française between 2006 and 2007.
Britannic Institute
Certificate, English Language
2005 - 2006
Completed Advanced English studies at Britannic Institute from 2005 to 2006.
CTPH
High School Degree, General Studies
2002 - 2006
Obtained a High School degree from CTPH between 2002 and 2006.
Alliance Française
DELF Diploma, French Language
2002 - 2005
Achieved the DELF Diploma from Alliance Française from 2002 to 2005.
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