Patrick Williams, Pmp
About Patrick Williams, Pmp
Patrick Williams is a Project Manager at Churchill Downs Incorporated, where he has worked since 2022. He has over eight years of experience in project management and change management, having held various roles at Asurion prior to his current position.
Work at Churchill Downs Incorporated
Patrick Williams has been employed at Churchill Downs Incorporated as a Project Manager since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for managing various projects across different portfolios. His work includes overseeing process improvement initiatives, performance programs, IT software projects, and marketing events. Williams utilizes his expertise in project management to ensure successful project delivery and alignment with organizational goals.
Previous Experience at Asurion
Prior to joining Churchill Downs Incorporated, Patrick Williams held multiple roles at Asurion. He served as Senior Manager of Quality and Insights for eight months in 2021-2022, and as Senior Manager of Change Management from 2019 to 2021. His career at Asurion began as a Change Management Manager from 2017 to 2019, followed by a role as Communication Production Manager in 2016-2017. He also worked as a Communication Analyst from 2015 to 2016, contributing to various aspects of project and change management.
Education and Expertise
Patrick Williams earned a Bachelor's degree in Integrated Strategic Communication/Marketing with a focus on Account Management from the University of Kentucky, completing his studies from 2007 to 2011. His educational background supports his core competencies in change and project management, strategic communications, and marketing. Williams has developed strong communication skills and is adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams to facilitate change initiatives.
Background in Event Management
Before his tenure at Asurion, Patrick Williams worked at iHigh Inc. as a Senior Event Director from 2012 to 2015. His responsibilities included planning and executing events, which contributed to his extensive experience in managing projects in dynamic environments. Additionally, he held a marketing internship at Fazoli's Restaurant Management, LLC in 2011, which provided foundational experience in marketing strategies.
Professional Skills and Competencies
Patrick Williams specializes in managing projects across various portfolios, including process improvement, performance programs, IT software, marketing, and quality insights. He is recognized for his ability to lead projects in complex environments and has over eight years of experience in this field. His core competencies include change and project management, strategic communications, and marketing, which are essential for driving successful outcomes in his roles.