Molly Howard

About Molly Howard

Leadership is not about being in charge. It’s about taking care of those in your charge.\" — Simon Sinek As a Sr Technical Program Manager with over two decades of experience, I am passionate about transforming complex challenges into streamlined, impactful solutions. Throughout my career, I\'ve championed the seamless alignment of business objectives with operational execution, driving projects from concept to completion while building robust collaboration across engineering, product management, and business teams.Known for my strategic roadmap development and resource optimization, I thrive on improving efficiency, reducing overhead, and delivering measurable business outcomes. I specialize in creating synergy within teams and across departments, ensuring everyone has a clear understanding of project goals and progress. My experience spans Agile and Waterfall methodologies, with technical fluency in tools like Jira, Confluence, and Microsoft Project, complemented by certifications in ITIL, Scrum, and PMP. My career journey reflects a servant leadership style that empowers teams, encourages growth, and supports continuous improvement.Specialties: Program Leadership | Resource Optimization | Staff Training & Development | Business Needs Assessment | Team Building & Leadership | Stakeholder Management | Cross-Functional Collaboration | Program Management | Project Planning & Execution | Process Improvement | Strategic Vision Development | Agile & Waterfall Methodologies Key Career Highlights:• Implemented Advanced Technology Solutions: Drove process improvements and implemented cutting-edge technology in pilot markets, reducing customer incident durations by 25% within six months, with projections to reach a 40% reduction by year’s end. and setting a new benchmark in service reliability.• Enhanced Operational Excellence through Strategic Partnerships: Identified and secured 15 strategic partnership opportunities after a comprehensive framework review, leading to service enhancements across core areas.• Optimized Application Portfolio: Reduced application footprint by 50% by executing an Application Rationalization initiative, decommissioning underutilized applications and consolidating essential ones into centralized data centers. My approach is simple yet powerful: by nurturing talent and fostering clear, consistent communication, I ensure program success while creating an environment that encourages innovation and excellence. Let’s connect if you’re looking for a dynamic leader who’s ready to elevate your initiatives to new heights.

Experience

1. Project Management Practice Lead

   Plex Consulting

   Dec 2025 — Present

Education

• DeVry University

  B.S