Amy Swanson

Information Technology Change Manager @Port of Portland

Portland, OR, US
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WORK HISTORY

Dec 2025 — Present

Information Technology Change Manager @Port of Portland

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Portland, OR, US

Spearheading Change Management for the Port Forward ERP initiative, driving a transformative multiyear project that will reshape processes and technologies. • Establishing a culture of change at the Port, enhancing employee engagement and adaptability. • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and alignment with organizational goals.

EDUCATION

2000 — 2003

Portland State University

MS, BS, Communication Studies

N/A

Community College of the Air Force

Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management

1989 — 1992

Southern Oregon University

Communications

SKILLS

Speech WritingCorporate CommunicationsCrisis CommunicationsWeb ContentChange ManagementStrategic CommunicationsCommunications PlanningProcess ImprovementNewslettersMarketing CommunicationsCopy EditingPublic RelationsInternal CommunicationsMedia RelationsCopywritingProgram ManagementPress ReleasesManagementProject ManagementEditingSocial MediaIntegrated MarketingStrategic Planning

ABOUT AMY SWANSON

I\'m an experienced, inspiring & resourceful change, communications, project & implementation leader driving successful & transformative changes in a variety of public & private organizations. Prosci certified, and comfortable using a methodology-agnostic/hybrid approach to each challenge and project. With seasoned tact, executive presence & high EQ, I inspire & influence effective delivery, solutions & meaningful engagement from c-suite to line workers. I build meaningful relationships & connections that bridge organizational silos & connect new possibilities. My grit & creativity supports lasting collaboration, continued team collaboration & high morale amidst challenges. I lead with a learning/growth/design thinking mindset that drives provocative, thoughtful & pivotal questions, bringing breakthroughs & results. You can count on me for reliable delivery on individual or team assignments, whether proactive or reactive to start. I translate complex concepts into messages & visuals that meet a variety of needs & objectives. I\'m known for a natural ability to understand audiences & dynamically facilitate large & small working groups and am a trusted mentor and go-to resource with new and established colleagues & contacts. I recharge via social events, volunteering, friends, woodworking, sport aviation, skiing & exploring, both personally & professionally.

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