Ken Milman

About Ken Milman

I\'ve always been driven by the thrill of finding innovative solutions to complex problems. It\'s what gets me out of bed every morning and fuels my passion as a leader and change agent. Whether it\'s identifying new opportunities, overcoming internal obstacles, or bridging the gap between technology and business, driving meaningful transformation is at the core of everything I do.Throughout my career, I\'ve had the incredible opportunity to lead teams in delivering groundbreaking technology products to market. But what truly sets me apart is my ability to not only recognize these opportunities but also bring them to life both within and outside of a corporate environment. I thrive in ambiguous and risky situations, using my expertise to bring order and clarity in pursuit of those big, hairy, audacious goals.One of my greatest strengths lies in building deep relationships and harnessing the power of collaboration. I firmly believe that by working together internally and externally, we can achieve incredible outcomes. This belief has allowed me to effectively relate and communicate with top-level executives, governance bodies, and corporate boards, driving alignment and shaping successful strategies.Beyond my professional achievements, I have a genuine passion for staying up-to-date with the latest gadgets and advancements in technology. As an avid sports fan and road cyclist, I understand the importance of perseverance and teamwork both inside and outside the office. Additionally, I continuously seek knowledge in subjects like behavioral economics and history to inform my decision-making process, always striving for excellence.Looking ahead, my goal is to continue making a significant impact through strategic technology transformation and product strategy. I am excited about the possibilities that lie ahead and the difference we can make together. If you share my passion for innovation and enjoy pushing boundaries to achieve remarkable results, let\'s connect on LinkedIn! I would love the opportunity to collaborate with like-minded professionals who are as enthusiastic about driving meaningful change as I am. Together, we can create a future where innovation thrives.

Experience

1. Senior Director, Core Platform Engineering

   Marriott International

   Feb 2023 — Present · Memphis, TN, US

   Lead program to address multi-channel security exposures and enable a modern authentication and authorization architecture and governance structure- Lead corporate-wide strategic coordination and communication for Marriott’s digital+technology transformation- Provide strategic guidance on technology roadmap to CTO and other executive leadership- Pursuing strategic patent opportunities related to Marriott’s intellectual property - Lead strategy for decommissioning legacy systems and exiting mainframe infrastructure - Lead performance testing of new platform technology stack to ensure guest and associate experiences meet or exceed current benchmarks

Education

• Texas McCombs School of Business

  MBA, E-Business & Entrepreneurship

  1999 — 2001

• University of Memphis

  MS, Management Information Systems

  1995 — 1999

• Rhodes College

  Bachelor of Arts, Economics and Business Administration

  1989 — 1993

Skills

• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Product Management
• Program Management
• Competitive Analysis
• Market Analysis
• Analytics
• Project Management
• Strategic Planning
• Business Development
• Innovation Management
• Business Model Development
• Business Strategy
• Business Analysis
• Co-Creation
• Design Thinking
• Ethnography
• Emerging Trends
• Technology Management
• Technology Trends
• Globalization
• User Interface Design
• Customer Experience
• Business Process Design
• Business Process Improvement
• Organizational Design
• Product Innovation
• Open Innovation
• Intellectual Property
• Patents
• Data Analysis
• Relational Databases
• Information Security
• Internet of Things
• Sensor Networks
• Video Editing
• Usability Testing
• Innovation Process
• Digital Marketing
• International Logistics
• International Marketing