
Business Solutions Architect
DesignOps Manager
Enterprise Architect
FinOps Manager
My Objective
Lead enterprises in building high-performing teams, optimizing operations, and successfully strengthening internal frameworks across people, processes, and technology.
Certifications
Certified SAFe 6 Architect
Certified Scrum Master
Product Management Certificate
Languages
English (native)
German (Professional working proficiency)
Resume
January 1, 2025
Enterprise Architect / Cloud FinOps
Deluxe Corporation
Minneapolis, MN
Leading cloud cost optimization efforts across AWS and Azure platforms, developing data visualizations and automation processes to enhance business solutions architecture and drive technology savings.
Established Technology Cost Optimization team, driving 10% cost reduction goal through strategic cloud FinOps initiatives
Developed automated data visualization and reporting solutions to improve architecture decision-making and cost transparency
October 1, 2023
November 1, 2022
UX Design Operations Program Manager
Deluxe Corporation
Minneapolis, MN
Led cross-functional product development initiatives, integrating UX/UI design, research, and backend development for user-centered solutions. Optimized technology and processes across the UX department.
Launched enterprise design system ("Unify") with governance framework, metrics tracking, and ROI analysis demonstrating impact on development velocity
Built DesignOps operational framework establishing workflows, tool governance, and scalable processes serving as organizational blueprint for design maturity
June 30, 2021
February 15, 2021
Digital Project Management
Wells Fargo (Creative Circle)
Remote (MN)
Led brand marketing, digital development, UX/UI design, and product design strategies.
Creative leadership - Led brand marketing, digital development, UX/UI design, and product design strategies.
Coached my teams on Agile frameworks
September 1, 2019
January 1, 2019
Senior Project Management & Operations Consultant
Little & Company / Solve
Minneapolis, MN
Introduced, implemented, and launched Smartsheet as the primary project management tool for project and production management across multiple enterprises, driving productivity improvements.
Little & Company
Increased productivity through process optimization and Smartsheet automations integrated with Slack and MS Outlook
Developed and delivered Smartsheet training programs, driving user adoption and maximizing platform utilization
Solve
Led brochure and digital asset production Indian Motorcycle model year 2020, included image selection and retouching vendor management
June 30, 2016
August 1, 2014
Senior Digital Producer and Digital Project Manager
Wunderman Thompson (formerly Mirum & Wunderman)
Minneapolis, MN
Led full lifecycle delivery of email, banner, and direct mail campaigns, website maintenance, enhancements and analytics through agile processes, and driving process improvements for enhanced collaboration and results.
Streamlined digital operations by implementing standardized workflows across siloed workstreams, introducing a formal intake process, and deploying Salesforce CRM to automate email workflows, resulting in 50% reduction in project management staffing needs
Improved project visibility and planning by testing and implementing Smartsheet for timeline tracking across all workstreams, enabling more accurate forecasting and resource allocation through work capacity calendaring
Reduced onboarding time by 75% by documenting training processes and aligning workflows across teams, significantly improving new employee productivity and organizational efficiency
February 14, 2014
February 1, 2013
Associate Program Manager & Digital Asset Manager
SapientNitro
Chicago, IL
Developed and led digital asset management program, instituting processes and systems for centralized branding and creative workflows for Dodge/Chrysler brand assets.
Built comprehensive taxonomy and architecture for intuitive access to 100+ digital assets
Led training for 20+ cross-functional users and created intuitive metadata standards driving adoption
August 1, 2012
April 1, 2011
Art Coordinator
Recycled Paper Greetings
Chicago, IL
Supported the Creative Department as primary liaison between account teams and independent artists. Managed artist contracts, projects, and relations while coordinating with Creative Director, Art Managers, Traffic Coordinator, and Production to ensure seamless execution of creative deliverables from initial mechanicals through vendor delivery.
Streamlined artist communication process by establishing clear protocols for art targets, submission collection, and final art requests for production
Coordinated cross-functional collaboration across Creative, Account, and Production teams to ensure on-time delivery of creative assets
December 31, 2024
February 1, 2024
Enterprise Architect & Process Architect
Deluxe Corporation
Minneapolis, MN
Led enterprise architecture and governance initiatives focusing on application rationalization, change management, and process optimization. Bridged the gap between strategy and execution across Digital Platforms and Products
Introduced Architecture Review Board process using MS Teams and Loop workspace, increasing visibility and streamlining governance
Implemented executive dashboard for year-end metrics reporting, enhancing leadership visibility into architectural initiatives
September 30, 2022
June 30, 2021
Creative & Marketing Operations Consultant
Allina Health (Robert Half) & Shinebox (self-employed)
Minneapolis, MN
Led digital transformations and provided scaling strategies across multiple organizations, managing complex changes in process, people, and technology while bridging gaps between executive objectives and team initiatives.
Identified role gaps within the marketing & design teams and delivered staffing recommendations.
Assessed current workplace technologies, identified improvement opportunities, and recommended solutions that were cost-effective, efficient, and supportable as the organization grows.
Increased visibility, created consistency, reduced redundancies, automated & streamlined workflows and therefore increased overall productivity and communications across teams.
Influenced adoption of new standardized processes, technologies, and best practices across the organization.
February 1, 2021
September 30, 2019
Senior Integrated Project Manager
Adventure Creative Group
Minneapolis, MN
Directed all aspects of project delivery from planning to execution, leading cross-functional teams to bring projects to successful completion across brand, web, product, new business pitches, and campaign launches.
Led strategy and design in product research, market analysis, branding, rebranding, and GTM.
Introduced and implemented Design Thinking for design teams, optimizing creative processes and exceeding client expectations with early delivery
Led new business initiatives (during 2020) and RFP process
December 31, 2018
October 1, 2016
Senior Integrated Program Manager
BBDO Minneapolis
Minneapolis, MN
Spearheaded process optimization and standardization initiatives, transforming agency operations through technology implementation and workflow automation for design and production teams.
Built comprehensive Smartsheet solutions for work management, forecasting, content management, and metrics reporting, increasing billable studio revenues
Spearheaded server structure rebuilds and data migration to cloud-based server while standardizing file naming conventions
July 28, 2014
February 17, 2014
Project Manager
Ogilvy & Mather
Chicago, IL
Led end-to-end production of retail activations and shopper marketing campaigns, driving process optimization.
Developed and implemented optimized workflows to improve collaboration and efficiency.
Oversaw creative evolution from concept to final file delivery across 50+ sales driving launches.
November 1, 2012
August 1, 2012
Creative Resource Coordinator
Leo Burnett
Chicago, IL
Managed all creative assignments from initial brief through client delivery, serving as the primary liaison between Account Management, Creative teams, and Production. Coordinated brainstorm meetings, internal reviews, and weekly resource planning sessions while monitoring deadlines and facilitating cross-functional workflow.
Developed collaborative creative workflow chart with Creative Resource Managers, increasing visibility into team projects and resource availability
Established streamlined communication processes between Account Management, Creative, and Production departments, ensuring on-time delivery of client work
EARLIER WORK EXPERIENCE
January 2011 – April 2011
Executive Assistant (Contract)
Poetry Foundation
+ Poetry Magazine,
Chicago, IL
February 2008 – November 2010
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November 2005 – April 2007
Travel Consultant & Solutions Specialist
RailEurope, SNCF
Rosemont, IL
April 2007 – February 2008
Intl. Flight Attendant, L.o.D*
German Speaker​
* Language of Destination
Delta Airlines,
Atlanta, GA
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
May 2019 - June 2025
Board Member
Advertising Federation of Minnesota (AdFed)
AdFed Minnesota is a non-profit professional trade association serving Minnesota's advertising community since 1906 as part of the American Advertising Federation. The organization connects agencies, advertisers, suppliers, and students through networking events, educational programming, and industry recognition, including The Show annual awards ceremony and the 32 Under 32 young professionals program.
VOLUNTEER WORK
2012 – 2014
Level II Volunteer, Trainer & Adoption Counselor
PAWS Chicago
As a volunteer, I provided an excellent customer experience for potential adopters, helped keep the center and animal suites clean, helped potential adopters meet animals and provided them with pet education, information and resources to help them find their perfect match.
Served as a Lead Volunteer and helped train or guide “Level 1” volunteers and ensured that Kitty City etiquette was followed.