Fariba Buttafuoco

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About Fariba Buttafuoco

Senior program and portfolio manager with over 15 years of experience directing strategic and complex global initiatives in demanding and fast-paced environments. Demonstrated flexibility in managing programs with shifting priorities while leading cross-functional teams to stay aligned with business objectives. CSM and PMP certified. Senior Project and Program Manager | Portfolio Management Fariba.mia@gmail.com Dynamic and driven senior program and portfolio manager with expertise in leading large-scale cross-functional initiatives in various industries, from inception thru execution. Effective data-driven and analytical decision maker, and innovative in solving complex problems. Outstanding communicator with executive presence and natural aptitude to build trust and forge collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Proven ability to motivate high performing teams, and nurture their talent to deliver business objectives and program goals. Champion Project Management and Agile methodologies, and valuable mentor to the business and PMO team. PMP and Scrum Master certified. CORE COMPETENCIES • IT Portfolio Management • Strategic Program Management • Stakeholder Collaboration • Change Management • Financial Planning and Budgeting • Risk Management • Process Improvement • Project Portfolio Reporting • Agile Methodologies - Scrum • Strategic Planning and Execution ACCOMPLISHMENTS:~ Decreased annual labor expenses by $2.9 million through the successful implementation of a Labor Scheduling application to over shops in the US and Canada.~ Implemented a technically complex program, providing access to detailed sales data across multiple global regions, resulting in a 25% increase in sales.~ Modernized 850 maintenance facilities, increasing productivity by 15% through technology upgrades and process enhancements.~ Improved new client satisfaction by 40% through re-engineering and automating processes to onboard new clients across technology and business teams.~ Generated $10M annually and positioned the company as a front-runner for real estate services to large financial clients.