Project Manager | Helping Women Land Tech PM Roles | your PM bff

Senior Program Manager at Palo Alto Networks. I specialize in navigating ambiguity and stabilizing high-stakes enterprise delivery. In 4 years, I moved from IT Coordinator to Senior Program Management by mastering one thing: Positioning.

I help experienced professionals increase their compensation by 5-6 figures using the experience they already have. You don’t need to start over; you need to be re-positioned.

I operate at the intersection of technical delivery and executive strategy. Whether it’s moving a high-visibility customer from "Red to Green" in 41 days or driving portfolio alignment across Engineering and Product, I focus on the ROI of Every Move.

The Proof: 
• Career: Promoted 3x in 4 years; currently directing program-level coordination for a global cybersecurity leader. 
• Client: Moved a professional from higher-ed to IT PM at $110K after a career gap. 
• Client: Secured $145K tech PM roles for clients in under 8 weeks. 
• Reach: Ranked among the top PM creators in the US with 3.5M+ annual impressions.

Positioning is the only variable you can control. I don’t agree with "entry-level resets." I believe in leverage.

I focus on: 
• Turning chaos into structured delivery paths. 
• Translating technical complexity for C-suite stakeholders. 
• Helping you get paid for the level you are already operating at.

I am building a self-paced program for experienced professionals who want to cross the gap into $150K+ Program and Project leadership roles.

Join the waitlist here: https://stan.store/yonellyg/p/close-the-gap-to-a-100k-pm-role-bisomg46 

For quick clarity: DM PIVOT to identify your salary gap and next move.

Yonelly G.

GEICO

Legal Initiatives Project Manager

Brogdon Law Offices LLC

• Spearheaded the launch of 20+ complex projects with budgets of over $500K, utilizing the software development life cycle and Agile methodology, using tools like Jira, Confluence, and Asana, with a project completion rate of 98%.
• Led the implementation of a SaaS-based contract management platform (Clio) to streamline legal documentation and approval workflows, reducing contract review times by 25% and improving compliance tracking by 30% across 100+ client agreements within the first quarter of adoption.
• Championed alignment across large cross-functional teams, increasing team productivity by 20% through detailed-oriented oversight and optimal resource allocation.
• Orchestrated 50+ partner meetings, ensuring transparent representation of the Privacy team and client satisfaction by 35%.
• Established and streamlined structures for the migration of a legacy system into SaaS, leading to a 30% improvement in team scheduling efficiency and communication.
• Pioneered weekly team updates, enhanced meeting materials, and ensured consistent documentation, driving team alignment and project success.

Project Manager 

Shipstock 

• Implemented a streamlined inventory management system, reducing errors by 50% and improving overall efficiency by 45%. 
• Utilized statistical modeling techniques to analyze sales data and identify trends, resulting in the implementation of targeted marketing campaigns that increased revenue by $1 million within one year.
• Implemented strategic vendor management initiatives, resulting in a 15% reduction in procurement costs and improved supplier performance metrics by 20%.
• Collaborated with the accounting team to streamline customer invoices, resulting in a 25% reduction in late payments and improved cash flow. 
• Spearheaded the deployment of a cloud-based IT inventory management system (SaaS) that automated asset tracking, resulting in a 40% reduction in manual errors and a 20% improvement in inventory audit times across 500+ devices within the first six months of implementation.
• Developed and executed a streamlined communication system with external partners, reducing response time by 50% and improving overall satisfaction ratings.
• Implemented a new project management software that improved team collaboration and efficiency by 30%, leading to a decrease in project completion time by an average of 15%.
• Collaborated closely with Product Designers, UX, and Research teams to successfully launch 5 new software products within a 12-month period, resulting in a 20% increase in market share.
• Developed and executed a strategic communication plan to engage stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle, resulting in a 30% increase in stakeholder engagement and timely decision-making.

Program Manager

WHITE DIAMOND COUNSELING CONSULTING COACHING, LLC

• Led multidisciplinary healthcare initiatives, ensuring 98% compliance with technical specifications, resulting in 15% quicker project completion than industry standards.
• Implemented strategic relationship-building techniques and increased client retention by 40%, resulting in the procurement of contracts 25% more valuable than prior engagements.
• Orchestrated design sessions for multiple healthcare initiatives, ensuring that every design element adhered to compliance standards, resulting in a 20% faster turnaround for contract document processes.
• Oversaw a team of over 50 professionals and drove initiatives that increased overall productivity by 35% by developing and directing training programs to improve team competencies and project outcomes.

Project Manager

College Shortcuts

• Implemented and maintained an efficient tracking system for applications, resulting in a 20% reduction in missing or incomplete documents.
• Provided clear and timely communication to prospective students, guiding them through application requirements, deadlines, and additional information needed with a 95% completion rate or applications.
• Provided technical support and assistance to applicants, resolving 90% technical issues within 24 hours, and improving the overall user experience.
• Maintained accurate applicant records and data using a student information system or CRM ensuring a 99% data accuracy rate and streamlined application processing.
• Generated insightful reports and conducted statistical analysis on applicant demographics, trends, and admission outcomes, enabling data-driven decision-making and improving admission strategies.
• Ensured strict adherence to data protection and privacy regulations, safeguarded applicant information, and maintained 100% compliance with applicable regulations.

Project Coordinator

For Job Opportunities: catherinelopany@gmail.com

📈 PROJECT MANAGEMENT
I am a Project Manager professional with 9+ years of experience delivering successful projects in the technology industry. I lead cross-functional teams, manage timelines, budgets, and resources, and mitigate risks. I have expertise in strategizing and executing plans, as well as adapting to evolving project environments as well as strong organizational and communication skills. 

💻TECH STACK
JIRA, Confluence, Trello, Asana, MS Office, MS Project, Microsoft Teams.

Specialties 
Agile Project & Methodologies, Process Improvement, Analytical Skills, Project Management Office, Business Process, Vendor Management, Cross-functional Team Leadership, Operations Management, Coaching, and Consulting.

🏆I have a track record of delivering complex projects on time, within budget, and with high quality.

🎖Through my extensive background in coaching, training, and mentoring, I have finely honed my skills in effectively managing and guiding teams with utmost efficiency.

⭐️Besides my Project Management background, I am a Virtual Assistant Coach and Founder of Virtuallymade4me.  I am deeply committed to empowering women to start and grow their Virtual Assistant business. I teach aspiring VAs with Skill Development and Training to help them achieve their goals and unlock their full potential as Virtual Assistants. I provide 1:1 and group coaching to assist them with the tools and resources they need to thrive and help them reach their full potential in business.

FUN FACTS
🏅I love sports, and in high school and college, I was on the tennis, field hockey, and track teams.
✈️ I love traveling because it is a unique blend of adventure, relaxation, learning different cultures, meeting new people, the thrill of the unknown, a sense of freedom, and personal growth that captivates me to explore and embrace the wonders of the world.

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Yonelly G.

Catherine Lynda Opany, PMP, CSM

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