Problem Solver

Sheri Payne, DBA

Sheri Payne, DBA

Areas Sheri Payne, DBA is Knowledgeable in:

Business and Management (Full Scope)
Logistics
Warehousing
Government Policy Dissemination
Non-Profit Organizations and Non-Profit Networking

Techniques Sheri Payne, DBA Uses:

Depending on the problem, in the past, I have used Six Sigma, Qualitative or Quantitative analysis.

Sheri Payne, DBA's Problem Solving Skills:

  1. Business Administration
  2. Business Process Improvement
  3. Comprehending Government Regulations
  4. Communication
  5. Writing
  6. Logistics
  7. Computer Technology
  8. Organization
  9. Teaching
  10. Leadership
  11. Management
  12. Computer Software Programs
  13. Warehousing
  14. Business Process
  15. Business Problem Solving

Sheri Payne, DBA's Problem Solving Experience:

  1. Established employee operations guidelines to standardize procedures, focusing on team leadership through Six Sigma process improvement, conducted analyses making budget/financial program, policy initiatives to include detail record keeping, accounting, bookkeeping, performing research, analysis of complex program data, compiling comprehensive reports from multiple data sets and industry reports, and developing new/modified work methods, which saved over $987,000 in wasted time and money. Identified opportunities to introduce change and/or scale successful organizational design efforts. Collaborated with other designers to create and deliver immersive working sessions that engage and empower leaders to act strategically, leveraging experience in participatory design and co-design.
  2. Reviewed programs/projects to determine how to accomplish them with the least disruption to workers and mission operations and ensure that directions and schedules are on time. Utilized SAS, Excel, and Access programs to analyze and disseminate information for decision-making purposes. Formulated and evaluated possible courses of action for resolving them; drew conclusions based on relevant facts; and recommended solutions.
  3. Plans, directs, and evaluates work; manages organizational performance and develops short-and long-range plans; develops project goals, methods, schedules, and resources; and establishes the budget. Participated in regular information planning sessions, maintained productive interaction with staff, reported on the status and progress of work accomplished to date, and monitored work progress. Monitored monthly operating performance and recommended timely corrective action to the executive team. Developed and maintained staffing plans for all levels. Responsible for all direct reports' hiring, evaluation, growth, and discipline. Led and contributed to delivering complex design projects, driving collaborative and positive team dynamics. Managed multiple stakeholders' needs both effectively and holistically.
  4. Restructured 529 accounts to eliminate cash drains and increase overall revenue. Improved profit margin by 10% by sourcing vendors and negotiating contracts. Implemented quality assurance initiatives, increasing product reliability and customer satisfaction. Grew business 100% over tenure with new products, improved marketing, and lower costs. Oversaw the development, coordination, and implementation of the organization's annual operating and individual department annual budgets, accurately forecasting departmental and organizational revenues and expenses. Anticipated and projected financial needs, ensuring the organization's10 short and long-term fiscal health.
  5. Published work: Food Bank Network Collaborations to Optimize Leftover Donation Utilization through Individual Pantry Networking: A Mixed-Method Modified Delphi Study
  6. Administration Day Conference breakout sessions: 2022 Email Etiquette and 2023 Excel Basics Formulas.
  7. Developed and implemented strategic plans, annual organizational performance plans, key performance indicators, or regular performance reviews encompassing a range of stakeholders for an organization. Managed employees and/or leading teams to research, evaluate, and analyze data. Oversaw agency-level program evaluations (including randomized evaluations) and subordinates in applied policy settings. Presented evaluation findings and evidence-based policy recommendations to senior-level management or leadership. Designed, implemented, and analyzed program evaluations (including randomized evaluations).Provided leadership and guidance to external organizations and local officials in identifying functional program area needs and related priorities in carrying out program goals.
  8. Writing course descriptions and content and taught Microsoft Access Levels 1, 2, and 3, Microsoft PowerPoint, Understanding Personal Credit, Building a Professional Resume, Email Etiquette, Excel Basics, and SharePoint. Evaluate the impact of training to ensure training programs and initiatives positively affect change in the direction of the strategic plan and merit principles and deliver intended services and production that support the customer service experience and engagement plan.