Kimberly Wiethoff is an experienced Senior IT Project and Program Manager with over 20 years of leadership in delivering business-critical initiatives across healthcare, finance, and technology sectors. She holds PMP and PMI-ACP certifications, along with an MBA, and is known for blending strategic vision with hands-on execution to drive value, not just velocity.

Her expertise spans Agile, hybrid, and traditional project environments, having led global teams through enterprise-wide digital transformations, FDA-compliant system implementations, and cloud migration projects. Kimberly is passionate about aligning projects with business outcomes, creating strong cross-functional team engagement, and using data-driven storytelling to influence decision-making at all levels.

She has managed portfolios involving ERP, cybersecurity compliance, and mobile and web application development. Kimberly also maintains a professional blog—ManagingProjectsTheAgileWay.com—where she shares insights on Agile best practices, project leadership, and stakeholder alignment.

At her core, Kimberly believes project managers are not just taskmasters, but strategic enablers. She regularly speaks and writes about modernizing the definition of project success, advocating for a focus on outcomes, adoption, and business impact.

Based in Pearland, Texas, Kimberly is an active contributor to the project management community and enjoys mentoring rising PMs and collaborating with teams that thrive on purpose-driven delivery.

Kimberly Wiethoff, MBA, PMP, PMI-ACP
Pearland, Texas |  817-233-3473 |  kwiethoff.pmp@gmail.com
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Executive Leader | Digital Transformation & Enterprise Strategy Leadership

Results-driven executive with 20+ years of experience spearheading large-scale IT initiatives, digital transformation programs, and enterprise strategy across various industries. Adept at aligning technology investments with business objectives, driving operational excellence, and leading high-performing global teams. Proven success in managing $5M+ IT portfolios, optimizing enterprise applications, and enhancing cross-functional collaboration to achieve business growth. Regulatory expertise in FDA-compliant cybersecurity and enterprise cloud migrations.

Core Competencies

• Enhancing Cross-Functional Collaboration and Efficiency
• Improving Agile Project Management Practices
• Optimizing Resource Allocation and Budget Management
• Elevating Stakeholder Engagement and Satisfaction
• Driving Digital Transformation Initiatives
• Advancing Data Analytics and AI-Driven Solutions

Thought Leadership

• Author(Blog), Managing Projects the Agile Way  - A thought-leadership platform sharing actionable insights on Agile best practices, project leadership, AI adoption, ethics in technology, stakeholder engagement, sustainable digital transformation strategies, job search, and certification exam preparation.
• Speaker, PMI Houston Conference 2025 – Project Ownership is a Team Sport with Shared Accountability.
• Mentorship, committed to mentoring emerging project management professionals and supporting their growth through knowledge-sharing and career guidance.

Professional Experience

Senior IT Program & Portfolio Leader - Innovantage Technologies (Consulting) | 2022 – 2025
Providing strategic guidance and leadership in enterprise technology initiatives for Fortune 500 clients, focusing on digital transformation, IT governance, and program execution.

• Fluor - Led multiple Agile initiatives at Fluor, driving team performance, cross-functional alignment, and business value through servant leadership, stakeholder engagement, and Agile coaching.
• Natera: Led a $1.5M FDA-compliant cybersecurity documentation project, ensuring 100% regulatory compliance, cross-functional alignment, and on-time delivery of 12 key deliverables.
• Johnson Controls: Directed $3M+ Agile software development programs, achieving a 98% on-time completion rate and maintaining 95% budget adherence.
• Vontier: Managed a $5M+ IT portfolio for Finance & HR, overseeing multiple transformation initiatives, reducing turnaround time by 20%, and ensuring a 97% sprint completion rate.

• Tradestar: Led a Scrum/Kanban team to deliver a mobile app for pumper order submissions 10% ahead of schedule, improving revenue accuracy by 15% and reducing manual errors by 10%.

Director of Enterprise Applications & Digital Transformation - Multiplan | 2014 – 2015

• Spearheaded a $5M+ enterprise IT investment optimization, reducing operational costs by 15%.
• Expanded Agile Scrum teams from 3 to 6 in six months, boosting capacity by 50%.
• Delivered a cloud-based pre-production testing environment one month ahead of schedule, accelerating project readiness.

Senior Digital Transformation & IT Portfolio Leader - Larsen & Toubro Infotech | 2019 – 2022
Managed enterprise IT transformation programs across healthcare and financial services, leveraging AI, cloud technologies, and Agile methodologies.

• Dexcom: Led mobile app testing for glucose monitoring devices, increasing efficiency by 20% and achieving 100% on-time delivery.
• Chevron: Directed Agile transformation initiatives for digital oil well production analytics, enhancing transparency and efficiency.
• Citi: Oversaw a $5M+ cloud transformation, modernizing IT infrastructure and increasing deployment efficiency by 20%.

Education

Executive MBA, Business Management – Texas A&M University, Beta Gamma Sigma Honors
BBA, Accounting & Information Systems Business Analysis – Texas A&M University

Certifications:

PMP, PMI-ACP, CSM, Certified Agile Coach (CAC), ITIL v3 & v4 Foundation Certification, Certified SAFE 4 Agilist (CSA)

Other - CSF, SPOC, Six Sigma Black Belt, Green Belt, and Yellow Belt, Scrum for Operations and DevOps

Technology & Platforms

Microsoft Azure, AWS, Google Cloud, Power BI, Workday, Salesforce, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Jira, Asana, ServiceNow, SharePoint, Confluence, Smartsheet, CI/CD, AI & Data Analytics Tools

Leadership Skills

Digital Transformation, Digital Innovation Leadership, Strategic IT Governance, Cross-Industry IT Strategy, Cross-functional Team Management, Change Management, IT Governance, Roadmap Development, Cybersecurity and Compliance, KPI and Performance Metrics, Program and Project Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Risk Mitigation, Budgeting, Waterfall & Hybrid, Issue Resolution and Escalation

 Executive Impact Summary

Kimberly Wiethoff is a dynamic executive leader with a track record of optimizing business performance through strategic technology investments and digital innovation. Her expertise in aligning IT and business strategy, coupled with strong financial and operational oversight, makes her an invaluable asset to executive leadership teams driving transformation, efficiency, and sustainable growth.

Subject: Application for Executive Leadership Position

Dear [Hiring Manager’s Name],

I am excited to apply for the [Executive Position Title] at [Company Name]. With over 20 years of experience leading IT and digital transformation initiatives across healthcare, finance, and technology sectors, I am confident in my ability to drive strategic innovation and operational excellence within your organization.

Throughout my career, I have successfully managed enterprise IT portfolios exceeding $5M, spearheaded business transformation initiatives, and optimized cross-functional collaboration to deliver measurable business outcomes. My expertise in Agile leadership, cloud strategy, and AI-driven solutions has enabled organizations to achieve efficiency gains, regulatory compliance, and enhanced customer experiences.

Key highlights of my qualifications include:

• Driving digital transformation and aligning IT investments with business objectives.
• Leading high-performing global teams to execute large-scale enterprise projects.
• Implementing AI and data analytics strategies to enhance business intelligence.
• Managing P&L responsibilities, financial oversight, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Spearheading Agile and SAFe methodologies to optimize project delivery.

I am eager to bring my strategic vision and executive leadership to [Company Name] and explore how my expertise can contribute to your continued success. I welcome the opportunity to discuss how my skills align with your organizational goals.

Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to meeting you soon.

Best regards,
Kimberly Wiethoff
MBA, PMP, PMI-ACP
📞 817-233-3473 | ✉️ kwiethoff.pmp@gmail.com

Blog: Managing Projects, the Agile Way

KIMBERLY WIETHOFF MBA, PMP, PMI-ACP

Pearland, Texas,  817-233-3473  kwiethoff.pmp@gmail.com

LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberlywiethoff/

Blog: Managing Projects The Agile Way

Senior Technical Program & Project Manager | Digital Transformation | Agile & SAFe Leadership

Accomplished program leader with 15+ years driving enterprise-scale technology initiatives across healthcare, finance, and energy. Proven ability to deliver $5M–$10M portfolios on time and within budget, accelerate Agile adoption, and align IT investments with business strategy. Recognized for executive communication and governance leadership, translating complex technical programs into decision-ready insights for C-suite stakeholders. Skilled in building and scaling global teams, leading cloud migrations (AWS, Azure, GCP), and embedding data-driven practices that cut cycle times up to 30% and improve delivery predictability.

Key Leadership Objectives

Focused on driving digital transformation through cross-functional collaboration, Agile delivery, resource optimization, and stakeholder engagement, while advancing the use of data analytics and AI-driven solutions to achieve measurable business outcomes.

Thought Leadership

Author of Managing Projects the Agile Way, a blog sharing insights on Agile practices, project leadership, AI adoption, ethics in technology, and digital transformation. Speaker at PMI Houston 2025 (Project Ownership is a Team Sport). Active mentor committed to developing emerging project management professionals through knowledge-sharing and career guidance.

Work Experience

Senior Project Manager - Innovantage Technologies 2022 – 2025

• Advised Fortune 500 clients (Fluor, Chevron, Vontier) on digital transformation and enterprise IT governance, providing executive reporting frameworks that influenced multi-million-dollar investment decisions.
• Delivered $1.5M FDA cybersecurity program at Natera with 12 regulatory deliverables completed on time and 100% compliance achieved; partnered with 8 cross-functional groups to streamline documentation and audit readiness.
• Directed $3M+ Agile portfolio at Johnson Controls, achieving 98% on-time delivery and 95% budget adherence by proactively mitigating risks and standardizing sprint metrics.
• Oversaw $5M+ IT portfolio at Vontier, cutting reporting turnaround by 20% and raising sprint completion to 97% by implementing executive-level dashboards and data-driven storytelling.
• Led Kanban team at TradeStar to release a mobile order-submission app 10% ahead of schedule; boosted revenue accuracy by 15% and reduced manual errors by 10%.

Senior Project Manager - Larsen and Toubro Infotech 2019 - 2022

• Directed Dexcom’s mobile testing program, improving efficiency by 20% and embedding QA standards that reduced defect leakage and accelerated release readiness.
• Delivered $5M+ AWS and containerization initiative at Citi, modernizing enterprise applications and cutting deployment time by 20% through automated CI/CD pipelines.
• Led Chevron’s digital transformation programs, applying Lean/DMAIC practices to increase delivery velocity by 15% and reduce cycle times, while providing executives with data-driven risk insights.
• Managed multi-sector digital transformations (healthcare, finance, energy), aligning IT modernization with business priorities and ensuring measurable ROI across portfolios.

IT Development Manager - Health Axis 2017 - 2018

• Led Scrum team developing medical and dental claims applications, improving sprint cycle time by 20% and raising code quality through CI/CD, TDD, and automated testing in Azure DevOps.
• Accelerated onboarding by 20% through in-house recruiting and training, eliminating external hiring costs while strengthening team capability.
• Prioritized and managed backlog in Jira and ServiceNow, increasing delivery consistency and aligning development with business-critical needs.
• Drove Agile coaching and metrics tracking, boosting team predictability and stakeholder confidence in delivery outcomes.

Senior Project Manager, SAFe - HCL America 2016 - 2017

• Led Agile Release Train of 15 global Scrum teams, achieving 95% on-time delivery and improving delivery consistency by 30% through standardized Agile ceremonies and Power BI dashboards.
• Enhanced workflow efficiency by 30% by streamlining ITIL-based communication and change management in ServiceNow, reducing delays in approvals and milestone alignment.
• Facilitated executive-level reporting, providing data-driven insights that improved visibility, accelerated decision-making, and aligned leadership around program milestones.

Director of Software Engineering - Multiplan 2014 - 2016

• Directed $5M+ technology portfolio under enterprise delivery governance, aligning software investments with corporate strategy and reinforcing business priorities.
• Delivered a pre-production cloud testing environment one month early, cutting costs by 15% and accelerating product validation.
• Scaled Scrum teams from 3 to 6, boosting throughput by 30% and improving delivery predictability across enterprise applications.
• Improved software quality and stability, reducing unplanned outages by 20% through adoption of CI/CD, automated deployments, ServiceNow, and Agile best practices.
• Championed Agile transformation at scale, introducing governance frameworks that improved cross-team coordination and stakeholder confidence.

Education

Executive MBA, Executive Business Management – Texas A&M, Commerce, Texas, Beta Gamma Sigma Honors

BBA, Accounting – Texas A&M, College Station, Texas

BBA, Information Systems Business Analysis – Texas A&M, College Station, Texas

PMP, PMI-ACP, CSM, Certified Agile Coach (CAC), ITIL v3 & v4 Foundation Certification, Certified SAFE 4 Agilist (CSA)

Other - CSF, SPOC, Six Sigma Black Belt, Green Belt, and Yellow Belt, Scrum for Operations and DevOps

Leadership & Technical Skills

Experienced in program and portfolio leadership, IT governance, PMO development, budgeting, and risk management. Skilled in Agile delivery (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe), CI/CD, DevOps, and quality assurance. Strong in executive communication and stakeholder engagement, using data-driven insights and KPIs to influence decisions and drive change adoption. Technical expertise includes cloud platforms, ERP systems, and tools such as ServiceNow, Jira, Azure DevOps, Power BI, and Confluence, with additional experience in .NET/C#, Java, and Microsoft 365.

Subject: Application for Project/Program Manager Position

Dear [Hiring Manager's Name],

I am excited to apply for the [Project/Program] Manager position at [Company Name]. With extensive experience leading cross-functional teams, driving Agile software development, and managing complex projects through the full SDLC, I bring a proven ability to deliver high-impact solutions on time and within scope.

As a PMP and PMI-ACP certified professional, I excel in stakeholder engagement, risk management, and process optimization. My background includes managing enterprise applications, ERP implementations, and cloud-based digital transformation initiatives. I am eager to leverage my expertise to drive success for your team.

I welcome the opportunity to discuss how my skills align with your needs. Please find my resume attached for review.

Best regards,
Kimberly Wiethoff

https://www.managingprojectstheagileway.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberlywiethoff/

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