Mari Diffley, CPA, MBA, PMP
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Credentials
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CPA (Certified Public Accountant) (inactive)
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PMP (Project Management Professional)
Project Management Institute
Experience
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Key Consulting Inc.
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United States
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Business Consulting and Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Principal
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Jan 2016 - Present
We work with, and train, individuals and organizations, to improve their project management capabilities. With offices in Seattle, WA, and Tucson, AZ, we help local businesses, nonprofits, and government organizations around the country. We supply project managers on a full-time basis for larger projects, and on a part-time basis for smaller clients and projects. Our project managers are certified as Project Management Professionals by the national Project Management Institute (PMI), and we are an approved PMI Registered Education Provider of project management training. On our site http://www.consulting.ky we have information about the basics of project management and Microsoft Project, details of our project management training courses and PMP boot camps, free project management templates, and project management books. We conduct training in Tucson, AZ, Bellevue, WA and Grand Cayman. Project Management training is also conducted on site at company facilities on request.
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Concinnity LLC
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Tucson, AZ
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Consultant
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Apr 2010 - Jan 2019
Finance, management and operations consulting. Blue Canoe Marketing / Arizona Geological Survey - Project Manager Using open source technology, this agency developed an innovative interoperable framework for geospatial data display on the internet in compliance with the federal Open Data Policy initiative. I was brought into this project to assess internal and external strengths and weaknesses and plan the spin-off of a new non-profit organization to sustain development and further market penetration. Community Foundation for Southern Arizona - Chief Operating Officer Planned and implemented financial and workflow improvement projects. The organization was suffering from poor processes, lack of performance goals,metrics and excessive audit findings. Sourced appropriate fund accounting system; managed data conversion and implementation while redesigning fund accounting, workflow and operational processes throughout the organization. Formalized month-end accounting controls, established organizational metrics and reduced audit deficiency findings from 64 to 1. Literacy Connects - Organizational Merger Project Manager Was chief consultant on the merger of 5 nonprofit organizations, working through governance issues as they established a new Board of Directors. Assisted with organizational development, human resources planning, technology implementation, facilities and infrastructure requirements, management of volunteers and merging accounting systems and contacts databases. Hotel Congress and Maynard’s Market & Kitchen - Interim Chief Financial Officer Acted as Interim CFO for large volume restaurant and retail market, instituting financial and operational processes, enhancing financial reporting, implementing new technologies and working with Owners and General Manager on overall improvements to the business.
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City of Tucson
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United States
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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ERP Manager
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Feb 2014 - Dec 2015
Brought into the City to implement numerous projects to improve the strength and performance of the Enterprise Resources Planning system and related departmental processes. Established an ERP Governance Board including top level leadership to oversee and provide direction. Improved relationships with ERP vendors. Reduced open, unresolved system issues by 60% within 30 days. Managed disaster recovery testing process and implemented continuous improvement from vendor. Lead and facilitated Directors in strategic planning for the future of ERP projects.
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Rain Bird Corporation
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United States
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Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Multiple positions and many projects
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Oct 2004 - Apr 2010
Quality and Operations Manager Defined and oversaw the implementation of processes for a new subsidiary services division. Designed critical systems, including accounting, procurement, service scheduling, product management and call center operations. Engineered processes for capturing quality data. Working with attorneys, developed contracts governing terms and conditions and protecting the company from risk. Corporate Internal Audit Manager Built internal audit department. Developed Internal Audit Charter and governance process. Identified, analyzed and recommended risk mitigation tactics through fiscal and operating audits for both domestic and international business units. Conducted or oversaw approximately 80 audits identifying weaknesses and tracking recommended implementations in areas such as accounts receivable, accounts payable, purchasing, inventory management, manufacturing processes, customer service, field sales process, program viability, customer relationship management, pricing controls, and more. Corporate Accounting Manager Designed and oversaw the restructuring of financial management systems. Leadership group felt finance was too removed from business units. Using a consultative approach with business directors, helped to enhance awareness of financial processes and demonstrated effective decision making to impact the bottom line. Re-engineered the financial system (Oracle/PS), standardized financial procedures, streamlined accounting processes, improved expense management and financial reporting controls resulting in enormous efficiencies.
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City of Tucson
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United States
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Economic Development Specialist
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Jan 2002 - Nov 2003
Championed economic development for regional businesses. Championed economic development for regional businesses.
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Mary Diffley
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Nyack, NY
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Author
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Jun 1995 - Dec 2000
I authored Internet Prophets: Enlightened E-Business Strategies for Every Budget and was a regular columnist regarding technology products and trends for a local newspaper. I authored Internet Prophets: Enlightened E-Business Strategies for Every Budget and was a regular columnist regarding technology products and trends for a local newspaper.
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United Computer Specialists
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Nanuet, NY
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Principal
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Jan 1991 - Jan 1999
Started up and turned this computer consulting firm into an ISP. Capitalized on emerging trends, grew organically, and fostered strong media relationships, increasing brand awareness and sales through creative PR. Started up and turned this computer consulting firm into an ISP. Capitalized on emerging trends, grew organically, and fostered strong media relationships, increasing brand awareness and sales through creative PR.
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Education
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2005 - 2006
University of Arizona, Eller College of Management
MBA, Business -
1985 - 1987
Pace University - Lubin School of Business
BBA, Accounting -
1982 - 1984
Rockland Community College
Associate's degree -
1977 - 1978
University of Northern Colorado
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
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