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Identity

Name
Ron Lester
Organisation
US Dept of AG
Country
Fort Collins, CO USA
About you

RONALD A. LESTER
Information Technology Specialist/Project Manager
508 Chisholm Way
Berthoud, Colorado 80513
970-295-5314 (Office)
970-532-2901 (Home)
Email: Ron_lester98@msn.com

BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCH

Results-oriented, highly skilled Information Technology (IT) Specialist and Project Manager. Nearly 30 years experience providing outstanding leadership and expertise on major IT Federal government and Defense programs, completing complex projects/programs on time and within budget. Works well independently and as part of a team. Recognized as a subject matter expert in; program/project management, telecommunications, IT acquisitions, systems management, contracting, Total Quality Improvement techniques, Business Process Re-engineering, security certification and accreditation, and technical writing/ proposal management. Expert knowledge of the Federal budget and procurement policy, regulations, and processes. Consistently demonstrates excellent oral/written communication and organizational skills. Broad knowledge of Federal IT laws and policies. Has a highly respected tract record, working as an adjunct professor in the IT field. Ron is active in International and National standards research and development activities. Is an active member in the Project Management Institute (PMI), National Defense Industry Association, Information Technology Infrastructure Management Association, and Association of Proposal Management Professionals.

Ron has 28 years of experience in the information systems technology field, serving in technical and management positions. He has extensive experience working in the international environment as a contractor and Federal employee with the Department of Defense and North Atlantic Treaty Organization. He is currently an active member of the Project Management Institute, Information Systems and Government Special Interest Groups.

He has been awarded successive technical and sustained superior performance awards for completion of complex information systems and telecommunications projects on schedule and within budget. He consistently demonstrates excellent written, oral, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

He has a Bachelor of Science degree in computer science and management and Masters in Project Management. He is certified in ITIL foundations and is pursuing Certified Service Manager Professional.

Ron is recognized as a leader and professional in the information systems technology field. He has authored technical papers and presented briefings at several conferences, seminars, and forums.

History

Member for
12 years 10 weeks