Richard Weiss
About Richard Weiss
Richard Weiss is a Senior Project Manager at Purpose Financial, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in project management across various industries, including significant roles at NorthgateArinso, UnitedHealth Group, and Accenture BPO Services.
Work at Purpose Financial
Richard Weiss has been serving as a Senior Project Manager at Purpose Financial since 2018. In this role, he has led a cross-team initiative to convert multiple states to a next-generation Point of Sale (POS) system. This project required collaboration across various departments, including Technology, Training, Marketing, Finance, Accounting, and Operations. His leadership in this initiative reflects his ability to manage complex projects that involve multiple stakeholders.
Previous Experience in Project Management
Prior to his current role, Richard Weiss held several significant positions in project management. He worked at NorthgateArinso as Director of the Project Management Office (PMO) from 2010 to 2014. He also served as a Senior Project Manager at UnitedHealth Group for 11 months in 2017. Additionally, he was the Vice President of Program Management at Accenture BPO Services from 2004 to 2009. His diverse experience spans various industries and project types.
Education and Expertise
Richard Weiss studied at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. He also attended Guilford College. His educational background supports his expertise in project management and Agile methodologies, which he has applied throughout his career in various roles.
Achievements in Agile Methodologies
Throughout his career, Richard Weiss has demonstrated expertise in Agile methodologies. He has guided Agile teams in product standardization and the development of next-generation products. He organized Program Increment and Sprint-specific rituals, including Inter-Departmental War Rooms for large system implementations. His focus on Agile practices has contributed to successful project outcomes and enhanced team collaboration.
Contributions to Product Development
Richard Weiss has played a significant role in product development during his career. At Accenture BPO Services, he oversaw the development of the NetSpend Direct Deposit Account product, enhancing the company's financial offerings. He also led the implementation of Okta Multi-Factor Authentication for lending websites, improving security measures for the organization.