Krista Parollina Arenas

Complex Project Manager @IBM

Charlotte, NC, US

Lead end-to-end delivery of complex technology projects and programs, aligning cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and vendors to achieve business outcomes on time and within budget- Develop and execute program roadmaps, scope, and governance frameworks, ensuring alignment with client requirements, IBM standards, and strategic objectives- Oversee project lifecycles from initiation to deployment, driving agile ceremonies, milestone tracking, and risk management to ensure successful execution- Partner with engineering, product, QA, and operations teams to streamline workflows, resolve dependencies, and accelerate time-to-market- Manage stakeholder communications, providing executive-level reporting, KPIs, and dashboards to maintain transparency and accountability- Implement change management, quality assurance, and compliance processes to strengthen delivery excellence across projects- Mentored and guided project managers, business analysts, and technical teams, fostering collaboration and professional growth- Championed continuous improvement by leveraging analytics, lessons learned, and industry best practices, increasing efficiency and program ROI.

The Ohio State University

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)