David Blust

About David Blust

Senior Project Manager specializing in enterprise platform migrations, global payment systems, and large‑scale technology delivery. Experienced in authorizations, EMVCo standards, certification strategy, and cross‑border program execution. Leads multi‑team initiatives that modernize payment infrastructure, strengthen operational reliability, and support billions in annual transaction volume. Skilled in translating complex business requirements into clear technical specifications, coordinating across IT, product, operations, and external partners to ensure alignment and execution. Recognized for driving process optimization, improving delivery quality, and enabling scalable, secure, and globally consistent payment capabilities. What I bring to the table:A few of the key strengths that make me a strong candidate include:· Enterprise Platform Migrations and Systems Integration· Global Payments and Authorization Systems· EMVCo Standards and Certification Strategy· Cross‑Functional Project Leadership· Requirements Gathering and Technical Translation· UAT, QA, and Full SDLC Management· Vendor, Partner and Stakeholder Coordination· International Program Delivery HOW I DO IT · I bridge business needs with technical execution, ensuring clarity, alignment, and scalable delivery. WHY I DO IT · I transform complex payment ecosystems into streamlined, secure, and globally consistent platforms that support enterprise growth. LET’S CONNECT · Let’s explore how strategic project leadership can strengthen your global payment capabilities and accelerate modernization.

Experience

1. Product Manager Owner

   Capital One

   May 2022 — Present

   Strategic Platform Migration: Leading the product strategy for critical authorization components during a major enterprise-wide platform migration, ensuring zero-defect delivery across multiple cross-functional workstreams.• Roadmap & Implementation: Orchestrating complex project implementation plans and managing the full lifecycle of technical requirements to align internal business goals with external partner needs.• Stakeholder Alignment: Authoring comprehensive business requirements that harmonize the needs of diverse internal and external stakeholders, ensuring technical scalability and compliance.• Operational Excellence: Providing high-level research and data-driven support for key strategic initiatives to maintain parity across internal business partners and global brands.

Education

• Knox College

  BA, French, Economics

  1995 — 1999

• North Central College

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), International Business

  2012 — 2015

Skills

• Payments
• Training
• Process Improvement
• Business Process Improvement
• Management
• Software Documentation
• Sdlc
• Financial Services
• Marketing
• Vendor Management
• Business Analysis
• Analytics
• Human Resources
• Databases
• Requirements Gathering
• Time Management
• Analysis
• Credit Cards
• Electronic Payments
• Sales
• Advertising
• Banking
• Risk Management
• Payment Systems