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Maria Harrison

Maria Harrison

Project Manager

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Greensboro, Township of Morehead, GuilfordMember since November 3, 2024
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Dynamic and results-oriented project management and supply chain professional with over 15 years of experience leading strategic initiatives, optimizing processes, and driving continuous improvements. Proven track record in managing cross-functional teams and delivering complex projects on time and within budget.

Experience

RFMD (now Qorvo, Inc.) – [Greensboro, NC] Project Manager / Molecular Beam Epitaxy Engineer 1997 – 2013

  • Led strategic projects to streamline supply chain processes, resulting in a 20% reduction in operational costs.
  • Managed Wafer Fab Operations, enhancing production efficiency and throughput.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams in MBE Engineering to drive technological advancements.
  • Implemented Lean Manufacturing principles, including 5S and Kaizen, to improve productivity and reduce waste.
Liberia Telecommunications Authority – [Monrovia, Liberia] Project Manager 2014 – 2022
  • Enhanced global policy visibility and fostered regulatory collaboration, contributing to operational efficiency improvements.
  • Advanced Liberia's energy sector through strategic project management and partnership development.
Freelance Projects in West Africa,  Project Manager 2022 – 2024
  • Managed international development projects in the telecommunications and energy sectors.
  • Adapted to diverse cultural contexts and drove successful outcomes in challenging environments.

Education

Education

North Carolina State University – Raleigh, NC, Master of Business Administration

University of Liberia – Liberia, Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

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