William Woolman, MBA, Pmp
About William Woolman, MBA, Pmp
William Woolman, MBA, PMP, serves as the IT Director of Applications at Miller Electric Mfg. LLC, bringing over 20 years of experience in project and program management within Fortune 500 companies. He has a strong background in developing strategies that align with both departmental and enterprise-wide goals, having previously held various leadership roles at Oshkosh Defense.
Current Role at Miller Electric
William Woolman serves as the IT Director of Applications at Miller Electric Mfg. LLC, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of IT strategies and solutions that align with the company's objectives. Woolman focuses on enhancing application performance and ensuring that IT initiatives support the overall business goals of the organization. His leadership is aimed at fostering collaboration among cross-functional teams to drive high performance.
Previous Experience at Oshkosh Defense
Woolman has extensive experience at Oshkosh Defense, where he worked in various roles from 2005 to 2023. He started as a Program Manager and Project Manager in Engineering Systems and Defense IT, where he contributed for six years. He then advanced to Sr. Business Manager and Defense Segment IT Director, managing IT initiatives for the Defense Segment. His final role at Oshkosh Defense was as Defense Segment IT Director and Program Manager for ERP Transformation, where he led significant projects over a six-year period.
Education and Certifications
William Woolman holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, where he also earned a Bachelor of Science in Leadership & Organizational Studies with a minor in Business Administration. Additionally, he studied Electronic Systems Technology at the Community College of the Air Force, achieving an Associate of Science degree. Since 2011, he has also completed the Coaching Core Essentials Program at Coach U, INC, enhancing his skills in team motivation and performance.
Expertise in Project Management
With over 20 years of experience, Woolman has a proven track record in leading portfolios of projects and programs with multi-million-dollar budgets in Fortune 500 companies. His expertise includes developing strategies that address departmental needs and enterprise-wide goals. He is recognized for his ability to build and lead cross-functional teams, ensuring high performance and successful project outcomes.
Focus on Team Development
Woolman emphasizes the importance of helping team members find motivations and successes both inside and outside the workplace. His leadership style is centered on fostering an environment where individuals can thrive, contributing to both personal and professional growth. This focus on team development is a key aspect of his approach to managing IT applications and projects.