Lymari Ames

About Lymari Ames

I am a seasoned Program/Project Manager with over 30 years of industry experience, specializing in leading complex technical and business initiatives. I have extensive expertise in managing end-to-end project lifecycles, delivering innovative technology solutions to production, and supporting business proposals, SOW, contract negotiations, and pricing strategies. With a proven track record of facilitating program schedules, identifying key milestones, and managing risks, I ensure alignment between customer expectations and delivery timelines. I am highly skilled at coordinating with cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, and marketing, to meet business objectives while maintaining strong customer relationships. I am a true change agent, both professionally and personally, inspiring new possibilities and empowering teams to consistently deliver exceptional technical solutions that accelerate customer success.I proudly hold a BS in Electrical Engineering from the University of Texas at Arlington and a Master’s degree in Management & Administrative Sciences from the University of Texas at Dallas. Throughout my career, I have been dedicated to building strong relationships by aligning with customer success, addressing challenges, and effectively leveraging technology portfolios to drive business outcomes.As a Hispanic female Electrical Engineer, I am deeply passionate about empowering young women to pursue STEM careers, fostering an inclusive team culture, and paying it forward. I have held numerous board positions within Cisco’s organizations and beyond, championing diversity and inclusion in the technology field.I reside in the Dallas, Texas area, where I recently celebrated 25 years of marriage to my husband, Scott. We have two sons, Emilio (25) and Patrick (23). In my spare time, I enjoy family time, traveling, reading, and serving my community.

Experience

1. Global Services Sales Strategic Offer Lead

   Cisco

   Sep 2023 — Present · TX, US

   Client Relationship Engagement: Spearheaded a recurring buying program for Cisco, driving $232M in revenue while ensuring high customer satisfaction through cross-functional collaboration.• Risk Mitigation Management: Identified millions in missed revenue opportunities within Cisco\'s buying program, presenting key challenges to leadership, which led to strategic adjustments and enhanced revenue potential.

Education

• The University of Texas at Arlington

  BS, Electrical Engineering

  1994

• The University of Texas at Arlington

  Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Electrical and Electronics Engineering

• Naveen Jindal School of Management, UT Dallas

  MS, Management and Administrative Sciences

  2000