Kendra Thao PMP, CSM
Sr. Project Manager at Prisma International- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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PMP, Scrum Master, APMP
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Experience
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Prisma International
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United States
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Translation and Localization
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1 - 100 Employee
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Sr. Project Manager
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Oct 2017 - Present
Driven to succeed in working with clients from Fortune 500 list and government agencies (federal, state, and local)• Responsible for end to end project management – establish clear scope of work, negotiate contract rates, conduct quality control of project deliverables, communicate with clients regarding project requirements and resources• Designated point of contact for corporate and government clients in day to day operations • Managed project financials on a regular basis for cost and identify project varianceso Used project management system to monitor financials of projects (cost, expense, resources, etc.); goal to maintain profitability of 50% or higher. • Establish relationship with key clients to understand business needs and drive further business development opportunitieso Maintained regular communication with client stakeholder about status, cost, and find solutions to project obstacles• Provide input to presales planning/resourcing, assist with project proposals and sales presentations• Provide weekly report of project statuses to upper management and escalate obstacles as required • Administer and oversee contract for government agencieso Ensure that projects adhere to contractual performances, rates, and deliverableso Handle sensitive data in accordance with regulations
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Sr. Project Manager Professional
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Nov 2009 - Present
Identify project requirements and coordinate necessary resources to fulfill requirements. Administer contracts and lead projects of investment portfolio assets. Established project management system including scheduling, procurement, quality assurance and developed exit strategies for project closeouts. Managed portfolio over 1M in assets. • Monitor and implement continuous improvement to reduce waste and excess procurement• Conduct risk assessment for projects and develop response strategies• Monitor and implement continuous improvement to reduce excess waste (materials and time)• Used market analysis and available data to implement strategic decisions for organization and stakeholders
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Hmong Women's Heritage Association
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Executive Director
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Mar 2012 - 2015
Administer multiple disciplinary projects, organizational growth, and fund development; Execute project strategies, managed project timeline and deliverables, and community engagements. o Design strategies for data collection through surveys, interviews, focus groups, public data analysis (RFPs and public policy purposes)o Evaluate data to detect community needs, service requirements, and utilization• Utilized agile methods for outreach and marketing projects for creative and responsive results• Experience managing and coaching over 20 staffs
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Education
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2004 - 2008
California State University-Sacramento
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General -
2004 - 2008
California State University-Sacramento
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