Heather Williams

About Heather Williams

I am filled with an endless supply of energy and optimism. I am passionate about technology, data, and business. I like to know how things work and if something is broken, how to fix it. I am a lifelong learner. I believe there is always something new and interesting to learn and am constantly seeking to expand my knowledge. At SAS ~ We’re genuine, we’re transparent, and we lead with integrity.\"People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel\"- Maya Angelou.

Experience

1. Senior Program Manager

   SAS

   Apr 2021 — Present · Cary, NC, US

   Visionary leader for strategic company programs & initiatives. Plans, monitors & manages internal programs from initiation through completion. Responsible for identifying goals & objectives of the program & how it impacts the business. Focused on strategy & implementation, with the intention of improving the organizations performance. Focus on determining project plans that span across the Product Development Lifecycle, touching all corners of the company- Currently managing Revenue Expansion program aimed at realizing SAS\' SaaS transformation. Working closely with Sales, Marketing & Customer Success orgs. Accountable primarily to Chief Sales Officer & Chief Marketing Officer. Program is inextricably linked to SAS\' IPO Readiness program. Together we are working to secure the future of SAS-Experienced delivering presentations, proposals & recommendations directly to SAS’ Executive Leadership Team- Achieves operational objectives by making recommendations to strategic plans & reviews- Plans, prioritizes, implements & adjusts delivery schedule, scope, resourcing & quality of the program requirements- Maintains program documentation such as program plans, schedules & status reports; coordinates, communicates, & facilities activities between team members & stakeholders to keep program on schedule- Completes deadline-driven, team-based programs. Responsible for facilitating overall program business objectives, goals, & technical requirements- Meets financial objectives, prepares annual budget, schedules expenditures, completes audits, identifies trends, determines system improvements, & implements change where necessary- Identifies & monitors key measures related to stakeholder satisfaction & objectives attainment, working jointly with other organizations who share responsibilities for program success.

Education

• Southern New Hampshire University

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Concentration, Internet Marketing, GPA: 3.92

• North Carolina State University

  Bachelor's Degree, Biology, GPA: 3.34