Akil Butler, Csm
About Akil Butler, Csm
Akil Butler is a Senior Project Manager at NBA Digital with extensive experience in digital migration, integration, and consolidation projects.
Title
Akil Butler currently holds the position of Sr. Project Manager at NBA Digital, a role he has been in since 2019. He operates out of the Greater Atlanta Area, working under the umbrella of the National Basketball Association (NBA).
Previous Roles
Before joining NBA Digital, Akil Butler held the position of Sr. Project Manager at Turner Broadcasting System, Inc. from 2017 to 2019. He also worked as a Consultant for Delta Air Lines, Macy's Systems & Technology, and Commonground MGS. Additional roles include positions at Atmosphere BBDO, Equinox, G2 Worldwide (USA), Organic, and Usablenet.
Education and Expertise
Akil Butler studied Digital Media/Graphic Design at South Carolina State University, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in 2003. His professional expertise spans strategic planning, vendor evaluation, team building, and change management. Butler is knowledgeable in risk and opportunity analysis and proficient with project management tools like Microsoft Project, Smartsheets, and Jira.
Projects and Initiatives
One of Akil Butler's notable projects includes the digital migration, integration, and consolidation of products and services from WarnerMedia to NBA. This project was particularly focused on Fantasy & Gaming projects. He has a rich history of managing the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) for enterprise, web, and mobile applications.
Brands and Experience
Throughout his career, Akil Butler has worked with a diverse portfolio of high-profile brands such as CNN, Delta Airlines, Macy's, Emirates Airlines, and Hewlett-Packard. His extensive experience includes leading multidisciplinary project teams and managing digital IT initiatives across various industries.