Daryl Hechanova

About Daryl Hechanova

As a servant leader with over 10+ years of experience, I am dedicated to empowering teams, fostering collaboration, and implementing technology-driven solutions that deliver tangible business outcomes. My proven track record includes transforming teams to drive operational excellence and deliver high-impact results. With a strategic mindset and a deep understanding of cross-functional leadership, I excel in driving complex initiatives across multiple levels of an organization. I am passionate about continuous improvement and have a history of cultivating high-performance teams that achieve sustained success. Ready to leverage my expertise in shaping visionary strategies and executing them with precision, I thrive in environments where innovation and collaboration are paramount to successCareer Highlights (as of 2023):1. Provided strategic oversight and direction for Red Hat\'s premier application hosting platform modernization, successfully migrating over 200 applications from legacy to the new platform.2. Led company-wide strategic planning across multiple organizations, implementing Agile best practices that enabled a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.3.Coached and mentored over 20 agile software development teams for critical initiatives that directly supported Fidelity Investments and Red Hat’s key business programs, driving successful outcomes and delivering value to stakeholders.

Experience

1. Technical Program Manager

   Collibra

   Feb 2024 — Present · Raleigh, NC, US

   I thrive in leading large-scale, high-impact initiatives that drive business growth and innovation. With a deep focus on strategic execution, I partner closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to align technical and business goals, ensuring successful outcomes and long-term value.a. Lead and manage end-to-end execution of high-priority, cross-functional programs, aligning business and technical teams toward shared objectives.b. Drive the strategic planning process, collaborating with senior leadership to define product roadmaps and ensure successful delivery against business goals.c. Develop and implement process improvements across teams to enhance collaboration, optimize workflows, and increase operational efficiency.d. Own risk management strategies, identifying potential issues early and taking proactive steps to mitigate them, ensuring seamless project execution.e. Establish and enforce best practices in program management, continuously refining processes to elevate team performance and deliver business value.

Education

• Penn State University

  BS, Information Sciences and Technology

  2007 — 2009