Colleen Werner
Operations & HR Strategist | Trusted People Leader Driving Organizational Alignment, Workforce Engagement, and Scalable Growth
- Role
- Director, Product, Business Intelligence at Ensemble Health Partners
- Location
- Toledo, OH, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Colleen Werner
As a seasoned leader with a focus on strategy, operations, communications, and human resources, I bring a wealth of experience in translating business objectives into actionable plans that deliver tangible results. I thrive in roles that require me to serve as a trusted advisor, guiding executives and leaders toward strategies, decisions, and actions that foster an environment of streamlined processes, operational excellence, and an engaged workforce.Throughout my career, I have honed the ability to connect the dots between business goals and executable plans, driving forward initiatives that fuel growth and success. I am recognized for my prowess in counseling and directing senior leadership, aligning teams with a shared vision, and ensuring that every action taken contributes to a work environment that is optimized for efficiency, innovation, and positive impact.My journey has seen me excel in various capacities, from orchestrating cultural transformation to leading cross-functional teams in high-impact projects. I take pride in my track record of spearheading process improvements and fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous growth. Whether it\'s strategic communication, operational efficiency, or talent development, my diverse skill set enables me to navigate complex challenges and steer organizations toward sustainable success.If you\'re seeking a dynamic leader who combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution, and someone who possesses the acumen to create and cultivate exceptional work environments, let\'s connect. I am dedicated to contributing my experience and expertise to organizations that are poised for innovation and growth.
Experience
Director, Product, Business Intelligence
Sep 2023 — Present
Product-focused leader with expertise in transforming complex data needs into scalable, high-value BI solutions through disciplined discovery, prioritization, and delivery. Known for implementing lean, repeatable processes that improve cycle time, quality, and stakeholder confidence across the feature lifecycle. Skilled in portfolio governance, capacity planning, and aligning technology initiatives with business objectives to accelerate speed to market and foster growth. Recognized for building high-performing teams, delivering actionable insights, and championing modern BI tools and data governance best practices.* Built a standardized product intake & liaison cadence that clarified requirements, tightened SLAs, and moved features predictably from analysis through delivery, strengthening partnerships with Data Engineering, BI Engineering, and leadership.* Realigned the BI Product organization (roles, workgroups, and quality functions) to sharpen accountability and throughput—establishing clear responsibilities for BI Leads, Resource Management, and QA.* Shifted the operating model toward SAFe practices and Aha! adoption, standardizing feature templates/statuses, capacity allocations, story‑point estimation, and single‑issue bug tracking to reduce friction and improve planning accuracy.* Drove cross‑functional collaboration and process efficiency, accelerating influential BI initiatives by removing bottlenecks and reinforcing governance/quality in the delivery framework.
Education
The University of Findlay
MBA, Human resources
University of Michigan
Bachelor of General Studies
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