Timothy Patrick

Strategic and hands-on transformation executive with 15+ years leading enterprise change across global teams. Proven success in scaling AI initiatives, optimizing operations, and embedding governance structures that drive measurable impact. Adept at translating strategy into execution, managing cross-functional programs, and fostering stakeholder trust. Passionate about innovation, efficiency, and value-driven leadership.

SENIOR MANAGER, GLOBAL BENCHMARKING LEADER - Ernst & Young - Global

(2010-10 - 2025-09)

Championed Global Markets Team in Digital Products & Solutions group, directing benchmarking analytics across Fortune 500 clients. Spearheaded distributed teams in U.S. and India, oversaw $7M investment portfolio, partnered with IT leadership to deliver technology-driven solutions and AI-enabled insights. Implemented KPI tracking models, integrating cross-functional metrics to enhance decision-making.

• Trained thousands of users on analytics platforms through global enablement for analytics platform built on Tableau/Spotfire reaching 70K in 12 months.
• Pioneered AI automation and benchmarking initiatives delivered $3B+ in client value by driving stakeholder engagement and analytics-based opportunity identification across lines.
• Secured $7M in funding by crafting business cases for benchmarking teams, infrastructure, and global delivery models.
• Developed an App that Accelerated QA cycles from 2 days to under 2 minutes by developing AI prompt for method validation, adopted firmwide.
• Supervised teams in Argentina, India and in the US, providing performance evaluation, goal setting, and career development.
• Explored Generative AI use cases for benchmarking and analytics, including prompt engineering and automation pilots to enhance insight generation and reduce manual effort.
• Led enterprise-wide transformation programs and high-performing global teams across matrixed environments, mentoring Lean Six Sigma and finance professions in digital innovation, transformation, and continuous improvement.

VICE PRESIDENT - PROJECT MANAGER LEAD - KeyBank

(2008-08 - 2010-10)

Directed enterprise-wide transformation programs using the agile approach across sourcing, vendor governance, and process engineering. Orchestrated cross-functional initiatives and coordinated with executive sponsors to drive cost reduction and operational optimization. Developed and deployed KPI tracking models ensuring tracking models compliance with data governance, security controls, and best practices.

• Achieved $750K savings by leading Victory Capital Management's reengineering initiative and aligning stakeholders through relationship-building and executive sponsorship.
• Developed and deployed an App Track KPI's to drive continuous improvement and decision-making.
• Realized $2M efficiencies by managing income property transformation and delivering process and technology improvements.
• Mentored lean Six Sigma and finance professionals.
• Delivered $5M cost reductions by designing and deploying Lean Six Sigma methodology across multiple departments.
• Directed end-to-end Procure to Pay and Credit to Cash transformation initiatives across shared services and finance operations.

VICE PRESIDENT, STRATEGY & EXECUTION - AmTrust Bank

(2006-07 - 2008-08)

Steered enterprise transformation across banking operations, compliance, and project prioritization. Led team of project managers, Six Sigma specialists, and system testers. Mobilized Lean Six Sigma deployment and partnered with regulatory agencies to exceed compliance expectations.

• Avoided regulatory action by leading Bank Secrecy Act initiative, implementing Patriot Act software and processes exceeding OTS expectations.
• Provided change management, adoption, and training.
• Prioritized $18M in initiatives using Agile by launching consumer banking project incubator aligned with RIO and strategic plan.
• Achieved $5M+ in savings by delivering 22 Lean Six Sigma projects to streamline operations, eliminating inefficiencies.
• Certified 25 Yellow Belts and 10 Green Belts by establishing LSS training with Corporate College.

SENIOR MANAGER, STRATEGY & TRANSFORMATION - Capgemini - North America, Europe, Offshore

(2000-07 - 2006-08)

Executed transformation initiatives across finance, IT, negotiations, transitions, expansions, and execution of shared services for Fortune 500 clients. Directed cross-functional teams and global delivery programs, overseeing budgets up to $12M. Operationalized end-to-end engagements from business case development, pricing strategies to implementation across North America, Europe, and offshore hubs.

• Hired 200+ IT roles in under 4 months by leading accelerated staffing strategy for General Motors' North America programs.
• Created plan driving change adoption, cultural integration and long-term value realization across telecom, financial services, consumer products, and utilities.
• Delivered $7M process improvement by optimizing SAP finance workflows across enterprise accounting functions.
• Drove sales process achieving $10M global savings by directing Oracle-based supply chain optimization for multinational eyewear manufacturers.
• Worked with Capital Records to optimize the pre-production processes, recording, editing and production, saving over $15M.
• Led end-to-end finance and operational transformation for STATOIL, optimizing global workflows, embedding governance frameworks, and driving measurable efficiency gains of $12M.

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, BUSINESS PROCESS IMPROVEMENT - Ernst & Young

(1995-10 - 2000-06)

Engagement manager in Business Process Improvement practice. Managed an international team and a budget of over $2 million in the development and implementation of process performance assessment services to consulting clients. Responsible for driving sales efforts, developing new business opportunities and channels. Duties include management of group budget, resource deployment and creation of internal marketing plan and collateral.

Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Finance & Organizational Behavior - Weatherhead School of Management, Case Western Reserve University

Bachelor of Science (BS) - Electrical Engineering & Applied Physics - Case Western Reserve University