KARITH COLLINS COOK

3922 Shadow Point Dr. * League City, Texas 77573

(713) 201-3111 * Email: kcc2374e@westpost.net

- INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PROJECT MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL -

Implementation Consultant ~ Project Manager ~ Information Technology Manager
Accomplished, dynamic IT project management professional offering over 10 years
experience in information technology; most recently orchestrating multiple state
wide implementations. Proven technology leader who excels as a pivotal business
partner and provides critical leadership to clients. Demonstrated ability to l
earn and teach new concepts, easily adapt to change and manage numerous simultan
eous tasks. Successful team builder and leader who recognizes the necessity to
develop and train an extremely efficient staff. Innovative, high-energy profess
ional with excellent organizational and communication skills and the capacity to
assume increasingly significant responsibilities. Comprehensive experience in s
pearheading national projects, with oversight of geographically dispersed teams.

CORE COMPETENCIES
* COTS / Enterprise / SaaS Solutions * Training & Mentoring * Budget Planning/A
nalysis
* Strategic Planning * Customer Relationships * Project Management Methodologies
* Vendor Management * Implementation Methodologies * Incident Management

- PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE -
HARMONY INFORMATION SYSTEMS, Reston, Virginia 2008-Present
A leading provider of integrated health and human services management solutions.
Project Manager
Managed project development teams for numerous Commercial off the Shelf (COTS) p
rojects across the country. Fostered client relationships to help in the dissem
ination of information pertaining project timelines, budgets and the coordinatio
n of resources. Analyzed clients needs and designed comprehensive project timel
ines and budgets. Authored RFP responses. Instrumental in project negotiation.
Offered advice and helped facilitate understanding amongst clients of project
implementation requirements. Offered hands-on supervision during all project im
plementations. Managed client expectations. Created metrics to monitor project
performance.
Selected Achievements:
* Managed domestic project development teams.
* Boosted revenues through price standardization, defining implementation method
ology and ensuring rapid response to RFP's.
* NAPSA Joanne Otto Distinguished Award Nominee - State of KS KIPS Implementatio
n
TRANSUNION SETTLEMENT SOLUTIONS, Wilmington, Delaware 2006-2008
Innovative, full service real estate lending firm.
Account Executive
Directed the sales of real estate lending solutions in a set geographic territor
y. Constructed individualized lending solutions specifically geared for each cl
ient. Liaised and managed clients with $100 million or more in lending transact
ions. Sourced and made initial contact with clients. Located and prioritized
lucrative sales opportunities to increase revenue and gain market share. Charge
d with maintaining project budgets and timelines to maximize corporate revenue.
Selected Achievements:
* Cultivated and fostered relationships with clients.
* Achieved and surpassed annual sales objectives.

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BOWMAN SYSTEMS, LLC, Houston, Texas 2005-2006

National leader in information management software for the social service indust
ry.
Senior Account Executive
Spearheaded new business development. Conceived and implemented the business to
business sales process for a unique new product. Created and directed the exec
ution of a national marketing campaign. Authored RFP responses in a timely and
efficient manner. Directed the creation of product software user guides. Parti
cipated in and presented at national industry trade shows. Performed periodic c
ompetitive analysis in order to tweak pricing and maintain market competitivenes
s.
Selected Achievements:
* Recognized as the 2005 Sales Rep of the Year.
* Achieved 55% of annual sales quota in fewer than six months.
IPM-SOFTWARE INC., Pasadena, Texas 2002-2005
A market leading developer of accounting, property management and compliance sof
tware products.
Regional Manager
Orchestrated a grass roots marketing effort across the country tin order to jump
start sales of a unique new software product. Created innovative market outrea
ch programs resulting in consistent sales increases of 30%. Exhibited at local,
regional and national trade shows. Conducted workshops at trade shows for clie
nts and prospective clients. Gained expert knowledge of the affordable housing
industry.
Selected Achievements:
* Increased sales over 100% in a 12 month time frame.
* Created relationships with multiple governmental agencies in order to increase
sales of HUD compliant software.
Other previous professional experience included Assistant Media Planner as well
as Marketing Communication Intern. Details on request.
- EDUCATION & MEMBERSHIPS -
Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing
Stephen F. Austin State University, Austin, Texas
EdWel Project Management Boot Camp
Ace Selling Techniques
Member - Project Management Institute (PMI)