Mark Kalish, Pmp, Psm, Cspe, Cste
About Mark Kalish, Pmp, Psm, Cspe, Cste
Mark Kalish is a Senior IT Project Manager specializing in Finance, currently working at Intact in Toronto, Ontario. He has extensive experience in project management across various financial institutions and holds multiple certifications in project management and software engineering.
Work at Intact Financial Corporation
Mark Kalish currently holds the position of Senior IT Project Manager in the Finance department at Intact Financial Corporation. He has been with the company since 2023, contributing to the management of IT projects within the finance sector. His role involves overseeing project execution, ensuring alignment with business objectives, and leading teams to achieve project goals.
Previous Experience at Scotiabank
Mark Kalish worked at Scotiabank as a Business Project Manager and Scrum Master from 2014 to 2016. During his tenure, he was involved in the Shared Services Optimisation Program, where he applied his project management skills to enhance operational efficiency. He also served as an IT Project Manager in the Information Technology and Solutions division from 2012 to 2014.
Education and Expertise
Mark Kalish studied Software Engineering at the College of Information Technology, earning a diploma from 1998 to 1999. He also completed a certification program in Managing Big Data and Predictive Analytics at the University of Toronto from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, he holds a B.Sc in Management from the Business School at State University, Kazakhstan, obtained between 1990 and 1995. He is certified in Project Management (PMP), SCRUM Master (PSM), Software Process Engineering (CSPE), and Software Testing Engineering (SCTE).
Career Background in Project Management
Mark Kalish has extensive experience in project management across various organizations. He has held senior roles at BMO Financial Group, RBC, Canada Life, and IBM, where he managed complex projects in finance and technology. His career spans over two decades, during which he has developed a strong track record in designing, delivering, and supporting mission-critical business systems.
Leadership and Team Management Skills
Mark Kalish demonstrates strong leadership and interpersonal skills, effectively motivating teams to meet objectives and ensuring high performance. His experience includes working with various process models and methodologies, such as Waterfall, Agile (SCRUM, Kanban), and others. He has led significant projects, including the conversion of RSA/Johnson Group Benefit & Travel business to Intact's new PAS (Salesforce) ecosystem.