Coyla Gray Black, MBA
About Coyla Gray Black, MBA
Coyla Gray Black, MBA, serves as a Project Coordinator for Transmission Line Right of Way at American Electric Power, where she has worked since 2013. With a strong background in project management and analysis, she oversees projects with budgets ranging from $50,000 to $10 million and has extensive experience in various roles within the energy and consulting sectors.
Current Role at American Electric Power
Coyla Gray Black serves as a Project Coordinator for Transmission Line Right of Way at American Electric Power, a position she has held since 2013. In this role, she coordinates projects with budgets ranging from $50,000 to $10 million, providing comprehensive project analysis and support to various management roles. She acts as a liaison between third-party contractors and Transmission Right of Way, ensuring safe and productive business relationships. Additionally, she regularly conducts monthly Escrow Adherence Audits and meetings to ensure compliance with auditing practices and procedures.
Previous Experience at American Electric Power
Coyla Gray Black has held multiple positions at American Electric Power prior to her current role. She worked as an Unvouchered Liabilities Specialist from 2011 to 2013, and as a Distribution Catalog Analyst from 2009 to 2010. Additionally, she served as a Catalog Administrative Assistant from 2008 to 2009. Her experience in these roles has contributed to her understanding of project coordination and management within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Coyla Gray Black has a strong educational background in business administration. She earned an Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.) in Business Administration and Management from Columbus State Community College from 1991 to 1995. She then obtained a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management from Franklin University from 1995 to 1999. Furthering her education, she achieved a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) with a concentration in Marketing from the University of Phoenix from 2007 to 2009. She also pursued a Doctor of Business Administration from the University of Phoenix.
Consulting and Analytical Experience
Before her current role, Coyla Gray Black worked as a Consultant at Independent Business Analyst & Consultant from 2010 to 2013. In this capacity, she interpreted and presented analytical data to executives and key stakeholders, enhancing decision-making processes. Additionally, she served as an Inventory Deployment Project Analyst at Abbott (Manpower) from 2006 to 2008, where she contributed to project analysis and deployment strategies.
Technical Skills and Tools
Coyla Gray Black utilizes advanced project management tools in her work, including Oracle's Primavera P6, EcoSys, IBM Cognos, and IBM Maximo. These tools aid in data provision and project measurement, allowing her to effectively manage and analyze project performance. Her technical skills support her role in coordinating projects and ensuring compliance with established practices.