Diana Nikonchuk, Csm
About Diana Nikonchuk, Csm
Diana Nikonchuk is the VP, Head of IT Communications at Jefferies, with extensive experience in project management and digital transformation.
Current Role at Jefferies
Diana Nikonchuk is currently serving as the VP, Head of IT Communications at Jefferies. She has been in this role since 2021. In her capacity, Nikonchuk leads the IT communications efforts, ensuring that the company's IT-related information and updates are effectively communicated across various departments. Her role also involves overseeing digital transformations and implementing collaboration tools to enhance productivity and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at Showtime Networks Inc.
From 2013 to 2020, Diana Nikonchuk worked at Showtime Networks Inc. In her tenure, she first served as a Project Manager/Business Analyst for four years and then moved up to the role of Senior Product Manager for another three years. During this period, she managed various projects, facilitated business analysis processes, and led product management efforts, contributing to the network's operational and strategic goals.
Professional Background at CBS Corporation
Diana Nikonchuk held significant roles at CBS Corporation from 2011 to 2013. Starting as an Associate Project Manager in Ad Sales for ten months, she transitioned to the position of Business Analyst in the PMO for one year. In these roles, Nikonchuk was responsible for managing projects and conducting business analyses that supported the company’s strategic initiatives and ad sales operations.
Educational Background
Diana Nikonchuk completed her education at the University at Albany, SUNY, where she earned a Bachelor of Business Administration with a focus on Marketing and Management, alongside a minor in Psychology. She further augmented her qualifications with a Product Management Certification from General Assembly. These educational achievements provided her with a strong foundation in business administration and product management.
Skill Set and Certifications
Diana Nikonchuk is equipped with a versatile skill set, including expertise in project management methodologies such as Agile, Kanban, Scrum, and Waterfall. She holds a Certified ScrumMaster certification, showcasing her proficiency in agile practices and servant leadership. Additionally, she has hands-on experience with technical tools and frameworks like Jira, Confluence, WordPress, Oracle, SQL, CSS, HTML, JavaScript, and AWS. Her capabilities extend to conducting QA Testing, A/B Testing, and User Testing, ensuring high product quality and user satisfaction.