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Vanessa Lebel

@vanessalebel

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Dedicated Project Manager with a strong track record in leadership.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters collaboration, encourages innovation, and offers opportunities for professional growth.

I am a dedicated and results-oriented Project Manager with a proven track record of successfully leading multi-million dollar projects. My expertise lies in fostering collaboration among cross-functional teams to ensure timely and on-budget project delivery. I am known for implementing effective change management processes that have significantly increased organizational efficiency.

Throughout my career, I have excelled in both technical diagnostics and customer support, showcasing exceptional communication and problem-solving skills. My recent role as a Program Manager at Reflexivity involved defining product vision and strategy for AI/ML applications in financial services, where I revamped the software development life cycle to enhance team alignment and efficiency.

In my previous position as a Senior Engineering Project Manager at Apple, I led cross-functional teams to manage multi-million dollar projects, championing standardized change management principles that improved operational effectiveness. I am passionate about mentoring junior project managers and continuously seek opportunities for process improvement and innovation.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Program Manager

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Reflexivity

Dec 2023 - Present (1 year 7 months)

Conducted user interviews and market analysis on Gen AI and NLP applications in financial services, defining product vision, strategy, and roadmap. Revamped the entire software development life cycle (SDLC), establishing clearer requirements, improved documentation, and enhanced communication between engineering, product, and design teams.

User Interviews Market Analysis NLP SDLC Documentation Project Management Change Management

Senior Engineering Project Manager

Apple

Feb 2021 - Present (4 years 5 months)

Led cross-functional teams, including collaboration between Apple Store App, Apple Online Store, and Product teams, to ensure project alignment and progress. Managed multi-million dollar projects, ensuring transparent communication on progress, and proactively addressing roadblocks.

Cross Functional Team Leadership Project Management Budget Management Resource Allocation Risk Assessment Change Management Quality Assurance Process Improvement

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of California, Irvine

Bachelor of Science, Informatics, Human Computer Interaction

Focused on the intersection of technology and human interaction, gaining expertise in user experience design, information architecture, and usability testing. Developed a strong understanding of how to create intuitive and effective digital products.

Miracosta College

Associate's Degree, Computer Science

Completed foundational coursework in computer science, building a strong base in programming principles, data structures, and algorithms. Prepared for further studies in technology-related fields.