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Tom McMahon

@tommcmahon

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I am an AI educator and IT leader empowering professionals with practical AI skills.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I'm seeking a mission-driven AI education or training role where I can design curriculum, deliver hands-on workshops, coach workforce transitions, and help organizations adopt practical AI tools for efficiency and growth.

I am an AI educator and veteran IT leader with a 35+ year track record delivering meaningful technology solutions across federal and commercial sectors.

At the National Cancer Institute I architected enterprise platforms (SharePoint + QlikView + K2 BlackPearl), led large deployments such as POTS to 3,000+ users, and earned regular award recognition including the NCI Director's Award. I also led development of an AI-powered chatbot and an AI-driven Grant Terms Generator designed to save hundreds—if not thousands—of hours annually.

Since pivoting to AI education I have launched workshops and training programs for real estate professionals and displaced federal employees, guided small businesses on ChatGPT-driven back-office efficiencies, and combined technical AI tool training with one-on-one career mentoring to help participants re-enter the commercial job market with confidence.

I simplify complex ideas through engaging storytelling and practical demos, mentor others through career transitions, and seek mission-driven opportunities to design curriculum, deliver cohort training, and help organizations adopt pragmatic AI solutions that improve operations and empower people.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Lead IT Project Manager

National Cancer Institute

Jan 2012 - Jan 2025 (13 years)

Architected enterprise solutions including NCIConnect and deployed the POTS system to 3,000+ users while delivering AI training to 100+ administrative staff. Led AI automations such as an AI-powered chatbot and a Grant Terms Generator projected to save hundreds–thousands of hours annually.

K2 Blackpearl SharePoint Qlikview K2 BlackPearl AI In Automation Project Management Workflow Automation Training Stakeholder Engagement

IT Project Manager

Kelly Government Services

Jan 2009 - Jan 2012 (3 years)

Led rollout of the EDIE HR system and directed a large-scale POTS implementation for 3,000 users, delivering training and completing all compliance documentation. Drove business process improvements and stakeholder coordination across the engagement.

Project Management HR systems Training Compliance Business Process Improvement Vendor Management

Director/AVP

T. Rowe Price

Jan 1999 - Jan 2009 (10 years)

Oversaw enterprise projects and vendor relationships, delivering $1M in process improvement savings and mentoring technical teams. Aligned IT strategy with business priorities to improve operational efficiency.

Vendor Management IT strategy Process Improvement Mentorship Project Management Enterprise IT Stakeholder Management

Director of Partner Solutions

HCIA

Jan 1997 - Jan 1999 (2 years)

Led healthcare analytics delivery and web development projects, managing client delivery and technical teams to meet analytics and web requirements. Coordinated cross-functional stakeholders to ensure timely project delivery.

Healthcare Analytics Web Development Delivery Management Client Management Data Analysis Project Management

Director of Application Development

Netcomm

Jan 1990 - Jan 1997 (7 years)

Managed the software development lifecycle and large client portfolios, overseeing application development and delivery of enterprise solutions. Directed teams to implement client-specific software and maintain delivery schedules.

Software Development SDLC Client Management Team Leadership Project Management

Programmer/Analyst

ABSS / Columbia Research Corp.

Jan 1988 - Jan 1990 (2 years)

Supported DOE and Navy systems with Clipper programming and systems support for defense contracts, ensuring reliability and compliance with client requirements. Provided technical analysis and maintenance for legacy systems.

Clipper Programming Systems Analysis Legacy Systems