Michael Cermak, Pmp
About Michael Cermak, Pmp
Michael Cermak serves as the Senior Director of the Project Management Office at Crain Communications, where he leads governance and reporting functions and oversees technology development initiatives. He has extensive experience in managing large-scale improvement projects and has implemented consistent project management methodologies across the company.
Work at Crain Communications
Michael Cermak serves as the Senior Director of the Project Management Office (PMO) at Crain Communications. He has held this position since 2014, contributing to the governance and reporting functions of the newly established PMO. His role includes overseeing technology development initiatives that are executed in collaboration with third-party vendors. Cermak supervises a team of project managers and business analysts, ensuring effective project execution and alignment with organizational goals.
Education and Expertise
Michael Cermak studied at Western Michigan University, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance from 1993 to 1997. He furthered his education in project management by studying at the Project Management Institute in 2005. Cermak possesses expertise in managing large-scale, cross-functional improvement initiatives, which enhances his effectiveness in his current role at Crain Communications.
Background
Cermak has been instrumental in implementing a company-wide integration of consistent project management and business analyst methodologies at Crain Communications. His background in finance and project management supports his ability to lead complex projects and initiatives within the organization. His experience spans over a decade in his current position, reflecting his commitment to the PMO's strategic objectives.
Achievements
Michael Cermak has successfully led the governance and reporting functions of the PMO at Crain Communications. His leadership in overseeing technology development initiatives and managing a team of project managers and business analysts has contributed to the organization's operational efficiency. Cermak's implementation of standardized methodologies has positioned the PMO to better meet the demands of project execution and management.