Chris Ventura

About Chris Ventura

Hands-on Business and Technology Consultant specializing in Program Delivery for large scale technology transformations and Emerging Capability Development. Track record of success managing initiatives from ideation through deployment across a broad range of business areas: Product Management & Innovation, Supply Chain, Marketing, Sales, Human Resources, Operations, Manufacturing, and Business Development as well as IT functions: Product, EPMO, Application Dev, System Implementations, Telephony, Networking & Infrastructure, Integration Dev, and Support Desk Operations.

Experience

1. Principal Technology Consultant

   SEI

   Feb 2019 — Present · Cincinnati, OH, US

   SEI is an employee-owned, management consulting firm focused on local services. We help large organizations with the strategy and execution of large-scale technology Transformation, Optimization, and Modernization initiatives. In this role I have a proven track record in overseeing these large transformations including direct management of the design, development, and deployment of integrated solutions, particularly in customer engagement platforms, Salesforce, and Microsoft Teams. My work involves managing multi-million-dollar budgets, large teams, and complex workstreams, ensuring alignment with business goals and driving operational efficiency. I have deep experience with program and project management, leading all phases from strategy development and vendor selection to execution and change management. My experience spans IT project intake and prioritization, project initiation/launch, and through execution into closing and transition to ongoing management—all while working closely with stakeholders at all levels, from business leaders to technical teams, to ensure seamless adoption and maximize value.All of this requires high levels of skill in navigating complex organizational dynamics as well as providing leadership in both business analysis and technical solution delivery. Throughout my career, I have helped organizations streamline processes, improve customer engagement, and ensure successful technology implementations that drive long-term success and growth.

Education

• The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Administration; Dual Focus: Operations Management and Marketing.