Lauren Vassell
About
Lauren Vassell is from San Francisco Bay Area. Lauren works in the following industries: "Internet", "Management Consulting", and "Information Technology & Services". Lauren is currently Head of Strategy and Operations for People Experience and Inclusion & Diversity at Twitter, located in San Francisco Bay Area. In Lauren's previous role as a Chief of Staff, People Team Global Total Rewards at eBay, Lauren worked in San Francisco Bay Area until Jul 2019. Prior to joining eBay, Lauren was a Senior Manager, Strategy and Operations Leader, Office of the CIO at eBay and held the position of Senior Manager, Strategy and Operations Leader, Office of the CIO at San Jose, California. Prior to that, Lauren was a Senior Manager, OCIO PMO - Enabling Tools and Processes Lead at eBay, based in San Jose, CA from Jan 2015 to Jan 2016. Lauren started working as Senior Program and Portfolio Manager at eBay Inc in San Jose, California in Jan 2014. From Jan 2012 to Jan 2013, Lauren was Senior Project Manager at Prospance Inc, based in San Jose, CA. Prior to that, Lauren was a Management Consultant at Cliff Consulting, Inc. from Jan 2011 to Jan 2011. Lauren started working as Senior Project Manager – External Consulting and Sales Group, Hewlett-Packard Technical Services at Hewlett-Packard in Jan 1996.
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Lauren Vassell's current jobs
Chief of Staff to Dalana Brand the VP, Head of People Experience and Inclusion & Diversity. As Chief of Staff I am leading critical initiatives as well as driving strategic and operational excellence.
Lauren Vassell's past jobs
Trusted advisor to VP of Global Total Rewards, Compensation, charged with securing highly confidential information and leading initiatives. Manage $4M budget and report on variances. • Developed and instituted GDPR structure, processes and blueprint compliance; deployed company-wide. • Create and deliver divisional operating rhythms including financial planning and reporting, team calibration sessions and meetings. Specialties: Change Management, Operations Leadership, Business Process Reengineering, Organizational Strategy, Process Improvement, Business Transformation, Communication Strategy, Thought Leader, Data Analysis, Diversity & Inclusion, Program & Portfolio Management, Regulatory & Compliance, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Contract Negotiation, Risk Assessment, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Vendor Relations, Relationship Management
Developed and delivered strategies to manage vendors and contractors, uncovered organizational challenges and provided solutions for quick resolution. Led 10-person team with six contractors; managed $3M budget. • Led diversity and inclusion team, aligned programs with company strategy and reset non-profit initiatives. • Revamped and delivered vendor management strategy, reduced costs and improved efficiencies. • Reduced costs 5% by deploying tools and controls to improve processes. Specialties: Change Management, Operations Leadership, Business Process Reengineering, Organizational Strategy, Process Improvement, Business Transformation, Communication Strategy, Thought Leader, Data Analysis, Diversity & Inclusion, Program & Portfolio Management, Regulatory & Compliance, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Contract Negotiation, Risk Assessment, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Vendor Relations, Relationship Management
Transformed divisional processes and procedures, improved operations and developed structure to support growth. Provided input on tool selection and organizational processes. Mentored project managers and interns. • Trained and supported teams on PMO tools and systems. Specialties: Change Management, Operations Leadership, Business Process Reengineering, Organizational Strategy, Process Improvement, Business Transformation, Communication Strategy, Thought Leader, Data Analysis, Diversity & Inclusion, Program & Portfolio Management, Regulatory & Compliance, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Contract Negotiation, Risk Assessment, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Vendor Relations, Relationship Management
Led multiple programs focused on divestiture, onboarding transformation and three managed portfolios, including shared services, corporate communications and mobility verticals. Managed multiple team members and $3M budget. • Created divestiture structure, governance and implementation strategy; project completed by deadline. • Designed onboarding transformation initiative incorporating DMAIC, Six Sigma approach. • Coached and mentored project management team on delivering projects within deadlines and budget. Specialties: Change Management, Operations Leadership, Business Process Reengineering, Organizational Strategy, Process Improvement, Business Transformation, Communication Strategy, Thought Leader, Data Analysis, Diversity & Inclusion, Program & Portfolio Management, Regulatory & Compliance, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Contract Negotiation, Risk Assessment, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Vendor Relations, Relationship Management
Led project management team on delivery of multiple legal and HR projects, and provided support to leadership and business partners on project success and potential obstacles. • Coached PM team on project completion; developed goals and provided feedback for driving performance. Specialties: Change Management, Operations Leadership, Business Process Reengineering, Organizational Strategy, Process Improvement, Business Transformation, Communication Strategy, Thought Leader, Data Analysis, Diversity & Inclusion, Program & Portfolio Management, Regulatory & Compliance, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Contract Negotiation, Risk Assessment, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Vendor Relations, Relationship Management
• Delivered two projects in Healthcare and Non-Profit space. • Provided project management leadership and structure for developing team. Assisted with framing more efficient way to track and manage deliverables’ status. • Created framework to capture intersections and dependencies between IT Road Map and business improvement opportunities. Developed strategy for ensuring these intersections are fully vetted and developed. Specialties: Change Management, Operations Leadership, Business Process Reengineering, Organizational Strategy, Process Improvement, Business Transformation, Communication Strategy, Thought Leader, Data Analysis, Diversity & Inclusion, Program & Portfolio Management, Regulatory & Compliance, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Contract Negotiation, Risk Assessment, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Vendor Relations, Relationship Management
Successfully managed projects for HP Outsourcing (in budget, on time & within scope). These projects included Enterprise-wide upgrades for Network Systems, HP’s OpenView products, Call Centers, Data Warehouses, IVRU Enhancement, and Training. Customers include Fortune 500 corporations in the Financial, Consumer Goods, Retail and Technology sectors. Sample Projects Include: • Managing portfolio of Network upgrade projects with excellence and precision for Clorox Company. Known as key project manager on account, assigned to most challenging efforts and requested by customer’s leadership team. • International management experience: eight months in London, England working with Sainsbury’s, 2nd largest grocery chain in United Kingdom. Served as line manager in IT department with 250 reports, 15 direct reports. Ensured successful completion of IT projects for Marketing and E-Commerce. Additionally, assisted in transitioning IT organization to complete Accenture Consulting outsource.