Clare Schaeffer

About Clare Schaeffer

When you must find a way to fit a square peg in a round hole with a table full of seemingly unrelated parts, I use a combination of left-brained and right-brained techniques to find a solution that may not seem all that obvious initially but is elegant and functional. What I Do: I excel in solving complex technical problems and transforming software solutions into strategic business advantages. I leverage my technical expertise to work with emerging products, ensuring they meet customer needs and drive organizational efficiency.What I\'m Known For: I am known for bridging the gap between technical teams and executive leadership. I translate intricate technical details into actionable business strategies, ensuring alignment across all organizational levels.How I Build Relationships: I build trust-based relationships by actively listening to clients and colleagues, understanding their unique challenges, and providing tailored solutions.My Professional Promise: I stand for integrity, innovation, and excellence. I promise to drive technological advancements that align with and support strategic goals. I am dedicated to continuous improvement and fostering a culture of excellence.What Makes Me Successful in What I Do: My success stems from deep technical knowledge, strategic thinking, and exceptional interpersonal skills. I thrive in dynamic environments where I influence and drive change while ensuring technology solutions are effective and user-centric.What\'s Different About Me: My unique ability to integrate technical problem-solving with strategic business acumen sets me apart. I am a technical expert and a proactive leader who ensures technical solutions support organizational objectives and deliver measurable results.Why I Love What I Do: I love what I do because it allows me to innovate continuously and significantly impact organizations and their customers. Solving complex problems and seeing my solutions enhance business processes fuels my passion.How I Lead: I foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence. My leadership style is inclusive, empowering team members to share ideas and expertise. I prioritize strategic alignment, ensuring all technological initiatives support the organization\'s long-term goals and deliver significant value.

Experience

1. Senior Business Development Strategy Manager

   Eplan

   Jan 2025 — Present

Education

• Valparaiso University

  Electrical Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering

  1998 — 2002