Darlene Lawrence
About Darlene Lawrence
Darlene Lawrence is a Project Manager at MBTA with extensive experience in project management, business analysis, and compliance, primarily gained at State Street in the Greater Boston Area.
Current Role at MBTA
Darlene Lawrence currently serves as a Project Manager at MBTA, a position she has held since 2022. She operates out of Boston, Massachusetts, United States. In her current role, she applies her extensive experience in project management to oversee various initiatives. Her focus is on implementing technology to increase automation and reduce manual processes while ensuring customer satisfaction through Agile and Lean methodologies.
Previous Experience at State Street
Prior to her current role, Darlene Lawrence accumulated significant experience at State Street. From 2017 to 2021, she served as a Project Manager and Vice President in the Greater Boston Area. Earlier, from 2012 to 2017, she worked as a Business Analyst - Assistant Vice President. Her initial roles at State Street included positions such as Compliance Analyst (2007-2012) and Skills Trainer/Officer (2000-2007) in North Quincy, MA. These roles equipped her with deep insights into business analysis, compliance, and skills training.
Education and Certifications
Darlene Lawrence holds a certification in Muscular Therapy from the Muscular Therapy Institute, a program she completed from 2000 to 2002. Additionally, she earned a degree in Finance, General from Boston College, where she studied from 1985 to 1990. Her educational background provides her with a robust understanding of financial principles, which aids her in her project management roles.
Advocacy for Methodologies
Darlene Lawrence is a strong advocate for Agile and Lean methodologies. She believes these approaches are essential for enhancing customer satisfaction and managing risk. By promoting these methodologies, she aims to streamline processes and improve project outcomes, ensuring that they meet or exceed client expectations.
Focus on Technology and Automation
A key focus area for Darlene Lawrence is the implementation of technology to increase automation and reduce manual processes. Throughout her career, she has emphasized the importance of leveraging technological solutions to improve efficiency and accuracy in project management. This focus helps in delivering projects that are both timely and cost-effective.