Chase Bednar
Manager - Business Network Projects @Rogers Communications
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WORK HISTORY
Manager - Business Network Projects @Rogers Communications
Calgary, AB, CA
Manage Business Network Expansion portfolio, including HFC (Coax), Fibre, and FTTx programs, resulting in 125% increased network coverage over 5 years.• Lead Business Planning, National Serviceability, Capital Approvals, and Invoice Coordination teams to achieve objectives and ensure regulatory compliance.• Manage and oversee large budgets exceeding $100M, developing financial strategies and models to achieve network expansion goals and objectives.• Develop financial forecasts and models to project revenue, expenses, and cash flow, resulting in 15% improvement in financial accuracy and efficiency.• Conduct financial analyses to identify areas for cost reduction and increased efficiency, resulting in significant savings of over $2M in the past year.• Identify and mitigate financial risks by establishing risk management strategies and protocols, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.• Collaborate with senior leadership and departmental heads to establish and implement budget policies and procedures, resulting in 10% increase in transparency and accountability.• Develop and present financial reports, summaries, and presentations to support decision-making, resulting in successful approval of network expansion plans and increased investment.• Successfully implement Enterprise Fibre, FTTx, and HFC Networks across Canada, maintaining high-quality standards and cost-effectiveness.• Manage National Serviceability Desk for Fibre, PON, and HFC within Rogers footprint, providing exceptional service to customers and stakeholders.• Utilize AutoCAD, MicroStation, Power BI, Tableau, ServiceNow PPM, SmartSheets, and Salesforce to streamline processes and enhance data analysis capabilities, resulting in 30% improvement in operational efficiency.
EDUCATION
Sandermoen School of Business - University of Fredericton
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Major: Business Analytics Leadership
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
Diploma, Computer Engineering Technology
University of Alberta
Indigenous Canada
ABOUT CHASE BEDNAR
Valid Certifications: PMP (Project Management Professional), PSM I (Professional Scrum Master) and LSSGB (Lean Six Sigma Green Belt). With nearly 20 years of experience in leadership roles across various sectors, including telecommunications, retail, and food services, I have honed a management philosophy prioritizing teamwork in achieving business goals. My focus is fostering a cooperative, innovative, and excellence-oriented work culture by building strong connections with team members. My academic credentials include a Computer Engineering Technology diploma from the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) and an ongoing Master of Business Administration (MBA) program at the University of Fredericton. As a certified Project Management Professional (PMP), Professional Scrum Master (PSM), and Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (LSSGB), I have the necessary skills to oversee intricate projects from start to finish while staying updated on industry standards and practices. As a dedicated and driven professional, my commitment lies in delivering outstanding results for clients and colleagues. By emphasizing relationship-building, encouraging collaboration, and staying informed on industry advancements, I am confident in contributing to my organization\'s success in today\'s dynamic business environment. Keywords: Skills: Project Management, Program Management, Change Management, Business and Process Reengineering Analysis, Risk and Issue Management, Strategic Planning, Negotiation and Facilitation, Software Implementation Projects, Stakeholder and Vendor Management, Waterfall and Agile Project Methodologies, Data Migration and Integration, Due Diligence (M&A), Team Leadership, Engagement, Mentorshi
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