David Defenbaugh

About David Defenbaugh

RESULTSA collaborative thought leader and trusted partner skilled at leading teams to plan, execute and complete high-value initiatives. A diplomat and change agent who internalizes objectives, analyzes roadmaps and aligns strategies to maximize technology investments. Positions the PMO as a strategic driver of world-class organizational excellence. Drives and delivers with a value and risk-management mindset. Known as a “manager’s manager” creating win-win outcomes by empowering while ensuring accountability.TEAMSKnown for developing and directing successful Fortune 500 teams that deliver on demanding goals. Grew a delivery team of 4 PMs to a project staff of 30+. Evolved a portfolio from a crew of \"accidental PMs\" to a team of experienced, certified PMs. Built a product and integration department of 14. Teams execute not only the \"science\" of program and project management but employ the \"art\". They are engaged: Communicating, relating, solving, driving and delivering.INDIVIDUALSDevelops people by knowing their aspirations, strengths and opportunities. Projects are assigned by type and complexity to match skill sets followed by strategic \"stretch\" assignments to broaden experience. Gaps are filled with coaching, course-work and certifications. Directing, mentoring, learning. The result is a strong and nimble organization.METHODOLOGY, FRAMEWORKS, & PROCESSPassionate about Agile, Waterfall, Scrum.continually improving PMO process. Not for the sake of \"process\" alone - but to ensure iterative quality, efficiency and success. Listen actively, document thoroughly, plan diligently, see interdependencies, anticipate risks and solve issues while remaining flexible to business needs. Appropriately used methodology and lean process fosters a solutions and stakeholder focus - and a delivery mindset.LEADERSHIPVision. Communication. Teaching. An inclusive, global thinker and change agent focused on best practices and continuous improvements in support of each program, project and stakeholder. The stakeholder and team experience? A win-win for all!\"Leadership is unlocking people\'s potential to become better.\"- Bill Bradley

Experience

1. Manager, Epmo Operations

   Navitus Health Solutions

   Apr 2023 — Present · WI, US

   Build out and lead EPMO staff through an Agile transformation with a focus on value stream alignment and ROI for a highly federal regulated pharmaceutical benefits management company. Hire, contract, and align project management staff to meet demand. Establish allocation/capacity tracking. Collaborate EPMO intake process. Lead regular executive project reviews and determine annual EPMO calendar and cadence. Create and enhance deliverables/artifacts, processes, and standards (e.g, Play Book, Risk Assessment, PM Transition, PCR, Status Reporting, Budget Reporting, Project Close…).

Education

• University of Wisconsin-River Falls

  BS, Communication/Business (Marketing)

Skills

• Communication
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• IT & Business Strategy Alignment
• Software Documentation
• Program Management
• Software Development Life Cycle (Sdlc)
• Strategic Planning
• Forecasting
• Project Delivery
• Continuous Process Improvement
• Integration
• Risk Management
• Strategy
• Negotiation
• Business Intelligence
• Global Strategy
• Analysis
• Budgeting
• Resource Allocation
• Team Building
• Management
• Manufacturing
• Resource Development
• Business Process Improvement
• Project Management Office (Pmo)
• Project Estimation
• Documentation
• Business Value
• Pmo
• Pmp
• Leadership
• Itil
• Microsoft Office
• Software Development
• Process Engineering
• Agile & Waterfall Methodologies
• Business Analysis
• Stakeholder Management
• Vendor Management
• Project Management