Naci Ozgur

About Naci Ozgur

Want to strengthen your organization\'s performance while managing complex transformation and building stakeholder alignment? That\'s what I do.For more than 25 years, I\'ve helped organizations evolve their program management capabilities into strategies that drive measurable business results. From directing large-scale initiatives impacting thousands of professionals to guiding global companies through systematic organizational change, I\'ve seen how effective program management systems can reduce risk, improve operational effectiveness, and enhance long-term performance.Here\'s how my approach delivers results:1. Align program strategy with business objectives so it becomes a driver of organizational performance.2. Apply proactive, risk-based program management that anticipates challenges before they escalate.3. Use performance metrics and data-driven insights to support continuous improvement across multiple workstreams.ABOUT MEI believe program management is not just about coordination. It\'s about building smarter systems that connect strategic vision to daily operations and enable organizations to thrive. My work blends innovation, stakeholder engagement, and real-world application to create frameworks that teams can immediately implement.I\'ve led cross-functional teams managing initiatives that impact thousands of professionals annually, developed 20+ systematic approaches aligned with business requirements and performance standards, and implemented modern tools including collaborative dashboards and integrated project management systems to improve outcomes. My passion is building organizational capability and helping enterprises embed sustainable program management into everyday operations.FOR YOUHere\'s how I can help:1. Partner with leadership teams to design proactive, scalable program management strategies.2. Deliver change management initiatives that build lasting capability and stakeholder buy-in.3. Support organizations ready to modernize fragmented approaches with practical, results-driven solutions.

Experience

1. Management Systems Lead

   Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory

   Jan 2026 — Present

   Leading the integration and continuous improvement of organizational management systems and quality programs to enable resilient, future-ready operations- Supporting stakeholder commitments by strengthening a culture of operational excellence, adaptability, and continuous learning- Working closely with subject matter experts, and cross-functional partners to inform strategic decisions, mentor diverse teams, and advance forward-looking priorities that position the organization for long-term success.

Education

• UCLA

  Master of Science (MS), Computer Programming, Specific Applications

  1985 — 1988

• UCLA

  Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Engineering

  1988 — 1991

• Dokuz Eylul University

  Bachelor's Degree, Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering

  1980 — 1984

Skills

• Program Management
• Remediation
• Environmental Compliance
• Health & Safety Consultancy
• Industrial Safety
• Fp-C
• Positive Impact
• Project Planning
• Environmental Issues
• Operational Risk
• Ehs
• Leadership
• Training
• Member of Nfpa
• Team Leadership
• Risk Management
• Renewable Energy Systems
• Change Management
• Safety Management Systems
• Engineering
• Health & Safety
• Hazardous Materials
• Environmental Consulting
• Project Management
• Renewable Energy
• Management
• Inspection
• Manufacturing
• Employee Training
• Hazardous Waste Management
• Operational Risk Management
• Environmental Management Systems
• Sustainable Energy
• Certified Fire Protection
• Sustainability Consulting
• Occupational Health
• Strategic Planning
• Environmental Awareness
• Renewable Resources
• Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser