Shelly Szymanski
Project Manager Consultant for Microsoft Azure Media and Entertainment at Synaxis Consulting- Claim this Profile
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Shelly and I started out our earlier careers as teammates at Microsoft. She is truly an asset to any team … she is tenacious, focused and doesn’t let hurdles get in her way. Shelly can handle numerous projects with grace and ease. Her communications skills and organization are impeccable and attention-to-detail is unmatched. I would highly recommend Shelly for whatever she sets out to pursue.
Shelly is an exceptional project manager. I have had the great pleasure of working with her closely on several Microsoft projects and her attention to detail, excellent organizational skills and strong leadership abilities are second to none. She is most adapt at crisis management, jumping in quickly and resolving urgent issues with thoughtfulness and grace. Nothing rattles her. She is always willing to jump in and learn something new or lend her talents to getting the job done right, no matter how big or daunting. Everything she does is above and beyond expectations. She’s always thinking of new and better ways to get the job done—and done well. It is a true delight to work with her.
Shelly and I started out our earlier careers as teammates at Microsoft. She is truly an asset to any team … she is tenacious, focused and doesn’t let hurdles get in her way. Shelly can handle numerous projects with grace and ease. Her communications skills and organization are impeccable and attention-to-detail is unmatched. I would highly recommend Shelly for whatever she sets out to pursue.
Shelly is an exceptional project manager. I have had the great pleasure of working with her closely on several Microsoft projects and her attention to detail, excellent organizational skills and strong leadership abilities are second to none. She is most adapt at crisis management, jumping in quickly and resolving urgent issues with thoughtfulness and grace. Nothing rattles her. She is always willing to jump in and learn something new or lend her talents to getting the job done right, no matter how big or daunting. Everything she does is above and beyond expectations. She’s always thinking of new and better ways to get the job done—and done well. It is a true delight to work with her.
Shelly and I started out our earlier careers as teammates at Microsoft. She is truly an asset to any team … she is tenacious, focused and doesn’t let hurdles get in her way. Shelly can handle numerous projects with grace and ease. Her communications skills and organization are impeccable and attention-to-detail is unmatched. I would highly recommend Shelly for whatever she sets out to pursue.
Shelly is an exceptional project manager. I have had the great pleasure of working with her closely on several Microsoft projects and her attention to detail, excellent organizational skills and strong leadership abilities are second to none. She is most adapt at crisis management, jumping in quickly and resolving urgent issues with thoughtfulness and grace. Nothing rattles her. She is always willing to jump in and learn something new or lend her talents to getting the job done right, no matter how big or daunting. Everything she does is above and beyond expectations. She’s always thinking of new and better ways to get the job done—and done well. It is a true delight to work with her.
Shelly and I started out our earlier careers as teammates at Microsoft. She is truly an asset to any team … she is tenacious, focused and doesn’t let hurdles get in her way. Shelly can handle numerous projects with grace and ease. Her communications skills and organization are impeccable and attention-to-detail is unmatched. I would highly recommend Shelly for whatever she sets out to pursue.
Shelly is an exceptional project manager. I have had the great pleasure of working with her closely on several Microsoft projects and her attention to detail, excellent organizational skills and strong leadership abilities are second to none. She is most adapt at crisis management, jumping in quickly and resolving urgent issues with thoughtfulness and grace. Nothing rattles her. She is always willing to jump in and learn something new or lend her talents to getting the job done right, no matter how big or daunting. Everything she does is above and beyond expectations. She’s always thinking of new and better ways to get the job done—and done well. It is a true delight to work with her.
Experience
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Synaxis Consulting
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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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Project Manager Consultant for Microsoft Azure Media and Entertainment
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Apr 2019 - Present
• Identify, communicate, and track project deliverables and actions to ensure key outcomes are met and aligned to business opportunities.• Align partners and customers, highlight blockers, and offer creative solutions to drive resolution.• Support stakeholders by developing processes to streamline workflow.
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Swift Group
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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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Advancement Director Consultant
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Jan 2019 - Apr 2019
• As acting Advancement Director, successfully planned and executed school's largest annual fundraising event, totaling $1M.• Managed all aspects of event planning, execution, and logistics including auction procurement, event sponsorship, volunteer management, printed materials and website creation, and vendor management for the 500-person event.• Oversaw day of event logistics such as venue, catering, technical/AV requirements, run of show management, volunteer coordination and training, parking, set up and staging.
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ThirdPool Recruiting
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United States
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Staffing and Recruiting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Recruiter
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Dec 2017 - Jun 2018
• Evaluated the qualifications of 15 candidates per day to determine appropriate fit for a large, national real estate company.• Developed and maintained positive relationships with candidates throughout an extensive interview process.
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Microsoft
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United States
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Software Development
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700 & Above Employee
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Group Marketing Manager
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Jan 2000 - Jun 2001
• Supervised product packaging and marketing collateral for Microsoft Windows, Office, and Visual Studio product lines. • Facilitated customer focus groups and integrated findings into future strategies.• Worked cross-divisionally on strategic development, brand identity, and creative concepting.• Recruited and managed a team of 10 FTEs and contingent staff. Trained, mentored, and motivated individuals. Fostered a productive and collaborative work environment.• Developed and managed a budget of $7M.
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Marketing Communications Manager
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Oct 1995 - Jan 2000
• Oversaw brand development for Visual Studio product suite. Presented brand guidelines to the marketing department and ensured consistent usage across all communications vehicles. • Realized a pivotal role managing the outsourcing process of an entire in-house department to an outside agency. • Predicted potential risks and developed plans to mitigate obstacles using innovative solutions. • Delivered projects on time and on budget.
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Traffic Specialist
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Aug 1992 - Oct 1995
• Directed multi-faceted marketing projects from creative development through production. • Communicated and collaborated effectively with groups within and outside the company.
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Education
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James Madison University
Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Marketing
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