Kara Knowski

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About Kara Knowski

Successful leadership experience as a Project Leader, Change Agent and Strategic Thinker in spearheading process improvements, start-up operations and business planning in high-tech and consumer-facing environments. Positive reputation in driving cost reductions, streamlining business processes, closing significant deals and providing enterprise solutions into competitive marketplaces. Results-driven business driver and cross-discipline decision-maker in pursuing new operating efficiencies, managing multiple projects and continually improving existing organizations. Highly skilled in directing the entire solution delivery lifecycle, encompassing resource allocation, requirements analysis, business strategy development, market trend analysis and report generation. Consistently recognized for designing and implementing successful programs, product roadmaps, business strategies and profit-building take-to-market plans. Effective hiring, training, management, motivation, deployment and development of top-notch talent at staff and field levels in commercial and military settings. Multi-tasking talents in C-suite, presentations, relationship building, team leadership, organizational dynamics, needs analysis, process improvements and attention to detail in time-sensitive situations. Fully familiar with leading-edge technologies in wireless telecommunications, hosted services, IT networking services and regulatory compliance. Extensive exposure to cross-cultural dynamics and international business practices. US Air Force Veteran. Specialties: Multi-Project Management Strategic Planning Process Improvements Change Management Operational Streamlining Procedure Development Contract Negotiations Cost Reductions Client Relations Account Retention Training & Development Overhead Reduction Restructuring Business Plans Enterprise Solutions US Air Force Veteran Team Motivation Special Projects Innovative