Marian Williams, Pmp, Mspm
About Marian Williams, Pmp, Mspm
Marian Williams is a Principal Sr Program Manager in Client Operations at Benefitfocus, with a strong background in program and project management. She has held various positions in the hospitality and technology sectors, demonstrating skills in contract negotiation, relationship building, and operational excellence.
Work at Benefitfocus
Marian Williams currently serves as Principal Sr Program Manager in Client Operations at Benefitfocus. She has held this position since 2016, contributing to the company's operational strategies in Charleston, South Carolina. In this role, she leverages her extensive experience in program and project management to enhance client operations and drive organizational excellence.
Previous Employment History
Prior to her current role, Marian Williams worked at several notable companies. She was a Project Manager for Global Accounts at MICROS Systems Inc from 2012 to 2014 in Columbia, Maryland. Following that, she served as a Global Customer Success Project Manager in the Hospitality Business Unit at Oracle from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, she gained experience as an Intern in Product Development at Choice Hotels International from 2007 to 2008 and worked as a Front Office Manager at Holiday Inn Downtown Salisbury from 2010 to 2012.
Education and Expertise
Marian Williams has a strong educational background in hospitality and project management. She studied Hospitality Management at Johnson & Wales University from 2008 to 2009. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communications with a Minor in Marketing from Salisbury University between 2009 and 2012. Furthering her education, she obtained a Master of Science in Project Management from The Citadel from 2019 to 2022.
Skills and Competencies
Marian Williams possesses a diverse skill set that includes contract negotiation and relationship building, essential for managing client operations effectively. Her professional experiences have equipped her with expertise in vendor commercialization programs and client operations process engineering. She is recognized for her motivation, organization, and efficiency in delivering results across various projects.
Background
Marian Williams completed her high school education at Our Lady of Good Counsel High School, where she earned her High School Diploma from 2004 to 2008. Her career trajectory reflects a commitment to both professional development and continuous learning, drawing from a combination of educational and practical experiences in the hospitality and project management sectors.