Melissa Ray
Senior Partner @Verigility, Management And Technology Advisory
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Partner @Verigility, Management And Technology Advisory
Phoenix, AZ, US
Directed enterprise capital programs and operational transformations for major utilities, enhancing project execution and governance. • Constructed a high-performing PMO, establishing templates and risk management frameworks for consistent service delivery. • Championed a $1B turbine installation and a $1B SCR scrubber upgrade, achieving zero unplanned downtime and regulatory compliance. • Collaborated with C-suite executives in capital facilities planning for a rapidly growing biotechnology firm, enabling scalability.
EDUCATION
Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Project Management
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSE), Molecular and Cellular / Biochemistry Bioengineering
SKILLS
ABOUT MELISSA RAY
As a senior executive and program management consultant, I specialize in leading enterprise capital programs and operational transformations for organizations navigating complex change. Through my work with Crayn Management Consulting LLC and as a partner with Verigility, I have directed high-impact teams of project managers, analysts, technologists, and C-level stakeholders—delivering strategic roadmaps from initial analysis through implementation and final signoff.My expertise spans the utilities, biotechnology, manufacturing and consumer goods sectors, where I have:• Constructed high-performing corporate PMOs, governance structures, and risk management frameworks that drive consistency and operational excellence.• Directed multi-billion-dollar capital initiatives, including the installation of advanced electric turbine programs and large-scale plant upgrades, ensuring regulatory compliance and zero unplanned downtime.• Led risk assessments and turnaround strategies for over-budget, delayed infrastructure projects, and managed executive reporting for critical decommissioning efforts.• Guided capital facilities planning for rapidly scaling biotech firms and orchestrated corporate relocations, workforce planning, and operational upgrades for CPG companies.• Delivered measurable improvements in ROI, operational efficiency, and error reduction through process redesign, contract evaluation, and continuous improvement initiatives.I am recognized for my ability to align C-suites, boards, and technical teams, champion Agile and Lean methodologies, and deliver results in high-stakes environments. My approach is grounded in strategic vision, stakeholder engagement, and a relentless focus on value creation.Let’s connect if you’re seeking a proven leader to drive transformation, optimize operations, and deliver sustainable growth.
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