Knight Jr.

Background

About Knight Jr.

A certified IT project manager (PMP) working as an independent consultant, Mr. Knight uses his expertise in leading projects, and teaches all aspects of project management methodologies, and utilizes these fundamentals in leading projects to successful completion.Previously, Mr. Knight was the Manager of Business Intelligence & Reporting at Independence Blue Cross. During this 8 year period, he consolidated the BI platforms onto a single system, and expanding the use of the BI methodology throughout the company. Mr. Knight adapted the principles of Agile development methodologies in order to provide rapid turnaround for BI solutions and reports. Mr. Knight’s career also included 25 years with Verizon in various positions and assignments. Although based in the IT department, his assignments and responsibilities afforded him a chance to be exposed and interact with all aspects of the business. This provided Mr. Knight with a unique perspective and relationship in understanding business needs relative to required IT systems. As a manager for the development of software solutions, Mr. Knight used standard Waterfall, RAD, and Agile development methodologies to develop and deliver projects for various internal clients. Additionally, as the Director of Technical training at Verizon, Mr. Knight was instrumental in revamping the courses, mission, and direction of this technical training unit.With excellent facilitating skills, Mr. Knight has taught IT related subjects to various audiences and technical levels. Mr. Knight has taught detailed programming languages for Verizon, PC skills for high school students in conjunction with the Philadelphia Private Industry Council, adult night school for the Downingtown Area School District, adjunct instructor at Delaware County Community College, and SDLC at the graduate school level at Penn State Great Valley. These teaching positions are backed by Mr. Knight’s vast and extended experience at all levels of IT.