Marianne Sowah

About Marianne Sowah

The only way to do great work is to love what you do.\" These inspiring words from Steve Jobs serve as a guiding light, illuminating the path to extraordinary achievements fueled by passion. When asked why I chose project management, my answer is simple: “I craved the excitement of doing new and exciting things every day”. The ever-evolving nature of projects ensures that no two days are the same, presenting continuous learning opportunities for personal, professional, and organizational growth. As a project management thought leader, I am able to utilize effective communication, strategic thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration to lead remote, diverse teams, navigate intricate challenges and drive impactful changes. Looking ahead, I eagerly embrace the chance to guide organizations on transformative journeys. Guided by my passion for continuous improvement, I strive to optimize processes, promote operational excellence, and cultivate environments that inspire growth and achievement. This dedication will continue to drive me to refine and optimize processes, ensuring continuous growth and success for the remote teams and organizations I lead. Let\'s connect and explore how we can create a positive impact together!

Experience

1. Senior Manager, Program Management

   Prometheus Federal Services (PFS)

   Apr 2022 — Present

   Responsible for the management of a portfolio of healthcare transformation projects (spanning strategy, communications, change management, and program standup) to execute the mission and vision of the VA Office of Healthcare Transformation. Drive the strategic direction of initiatives to align with organizational direction and product/process adoption- Lead cross-functional teams to define strategic priorities, conduct gap analysis, and prioritize initiatives for implementation- Lead cross-functional teams to develop, implement, and govern program management processes, dashboards, templates, policies, and metrics in support of project implementation - Establish a robust PMO, providing strategic direction, governance and standards for project management; enabled standardized processes, consistent best practice adoption, increased project success rates, and enhanced overall project delivery- Establish data-driven recommendations for project implementation and strategy changes, identifying activities in program data which drive progress and increase program performance- Develop an organizational change management strategy and sustainment plan to prepare stakeholders for the changing landscape and mitigate resistance- Lead the evaluation of program and project management tools, systems and processes for process optimization- Advise senior management on organization-wide strategy and quality issues and challenges, proposing and implementing solutions to improve overall project outcomes- Motivate, mentor, and coach project team members (project managers, consultants, and analysts), promoting professional development, and ensuring a high-performing and motivated project team.

Education

• University of Virginia

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General

• Woodbridge Senior High School

  Advanced Studies Diploma