Nikki Ake
About Nikki Ake
Nikki Ake is a Workday Program Manager at DPR Construction in Atlanta, Georgia, with a strong background in Workday implementations and team management. Previously, Ake held leadership roles at SunTrust Bank and Invisors, and has experience in strategic assessments within the Consumer Products, Healthcare, and Life Sciences sectors.
Work at DPR Construction
Nikki Ake serves as a Workday Program Manager at DPR Construction, a role she has held since 2022. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, she is responsible for overseeing Workday implementations and ensuring effective program management. Her position involves managing teams and collaborating with clients across various organizational levels, which showcases her leadership and communication skills. Ake's expertise in system testing and change management is particularly relevant to her current role, as she focuses on optimizing operational efficiency within the company.
Previous Experience at Invisors
Prior to her current role, Nikki Ake worked at Invisors as a Senior Manager for eight months in 2021. During her time at Invisors, she also held the position of Workday Project Manager from 2019 to 2022, where she gained significant experience in managing Workday implementations. This dual experience at Invisors contributed to her understanding of project management and client collaboration, which are essential in her current position at DPR Construction.
Career at SunTrust Bank
Nikki Ake was employed at SunTrust Bank as Group Vice President and Workday Team Manager from 2014 to 2021. In this role, she managed the Workday team and was involved in various initiatives related to Workday systems. Her tenure at SunTrust Bank spanned seven years, during which she developed her skills in team management and strategic assessments, particularly in the context of Workday implementations.
Educational Background
Nikki Ake studied at the Georgia Institute of Technology, where she focused on Information Technology Management and Healthcare Systems, achieving a degree in Business Management from 2004 to 2009. Additionally, she attended the Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business, where she studied Information Systems Management. This educational background provided her with a solid foundation in both technology and management, which she has applied throughout her career.
Expertise in Workday and Change Management
Nikki Ake has developed a strong expertise in Workday implementations, system testing, and change management. Her experience spans various industries, including Consumer Products, Healthcare, and Life Sciences. She has successfully managed teams and collaborated with clients to enhance operational efficiency through strategic assessments and shared services design. Ake's analytical skills have enabled her to design processes and develop tools that improve organizational performance.