Sam O.
About Sam O.
Sam O. is a Program Manager at Hitachi Vantara, where he has worked since 2023. He has a background in computer science and business administration, with experience in product management and technical leadership.
Work at Hitachi Vantara
Sam O. currently serves as a Program Manager at Hitachi Vantara, a position held since 2023. Prior to this, he worked as a Technical Product Manager from 2022 to 2023 and as a Product Manager from 2020 to 2021, both roles based in San Diego, California, and conducted remotely. In these positions, he contributed to various projects, including leading the initial Scrum team for the development of Hitachi Vantara's first SaaS Console, which achieved a feature-complete ALPHA release and a subsequent BETA release. He has also implemented several tools and processes aimed at enhancing operational efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Sam O. holds a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science from Point Loma Nazarene University and a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from the University of California, Irvine - The Paul Merage School of Business. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in both technical and business disciplines, allowing him to effectively manage projects and lead teams in the technology sector.
Background
Sam O. has a diverse professional background, including significant experience in product management and program management within the technology industry. He has been an Executive Member at International LEAP Network since 2021 and has served as an Adjunct Professor of Computer Information Technology at Point Loma Nazarene University since 2017. His roles have involved collaboration with partners and internal teams to ensure project alignment and progress.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Sam O. has implemented several impactful projects. He designed and implemented a web interoperability tool that significantly reduced the time required to identify answers from over 30 minutes to just 1 second. He also enhanced a SharePoint List Based Tracker using Power Automate and PowerBI to improve project management. Additionally, he created various automation tools that optimized the support experience, demonstrating his commitment to efficiency and innovation in his work.