Friday, December 05
03:30 PM - 04:00 PM
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As the Vice President of Software Asset Management at Marsh & McLennan Companies (MMC), I lead the global function that oversees software licensing, compliance, and optimization across 17 million installations, 80,000 employees, and 3,000 software titles. I have more than 10 years of experience in this field, with a focus on software asset management (SAM) strategy, audit response, contract management, and mergers and acquisitions (M&A) integration. I hold the Certified Software Asset Manager (CSAM) credential, as well as executive education certificates from leading institutions such as Yale, IMD, and the University of Melbourne.
IT/Business leader with an expansive portfolio of successful complex global technology projects. Creates deep symbiotic relationships between Technology organizations and their business stakeholders. Expertise in IT Asset Management, Project Management, Team Building and Management, Vendor Relationship Management, and IT Infrastructure and Systems Engineering. Highly effective in problem solving, process improvement, and technology development and implementation. Well-versed in IT Risk Management and Controls, Regulatory requirements, and Compliance. Certified IT Asset Manager and Software Asset Manager. ITIL v3 Foundation Certified. I have evolved my guiding business philosophy from “running Technology as a business" to "running Technology with the Business."
As a Software Asset Management Specialist with over 10 years of experience, I am dedicated to optimizing software portfolios, driving operational efficiency, and implementing automation to streamline processes. My expertise lies in license optimization, compliance management, and leading automation projects that improve system reliability and reduce manual workloads.
Throughout my career, I’ve worked with global teams to enhance software utilization, ensure compliance, and manage complex software assets across a variety of industries. From license provisioning and vendor management to managing software transitions and integrations, I focus on aligning technology solutions with the strategic needs of the business.
Passionate about compliance, end user satisfaction, automation, and data analytics, I continually explore the latest industry trends to stay ahead of the curve and ensure the best solutions for the organizations I work with.
I have worked as an IT Professional since starting at WordPerfect in 1993. I have worked in various support positions including levels 1, 2 and 3 technical support. I am currently the Software Asset Manager at International. I have over 15 years of experience in the management and procurement of IT software and hardware, specializing in quick turn-around of procurement requests. With my extensive background in IT, and my knowledge of Procurement processes and procedures, I feel I have a unique ability to understand the needs of IT Professionals, and can quickly obtain the items needed for any project large or small.