Janet Jentilet, Pmp
About Janet Jentilet, Pmp
Janet Jentilet is a Project Control Specialist at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, with a diverse background in finance and project management across various industries. She has held significant roles at organizations such as Brunswick Boat Group, Tennessee Valley Authority, and Ford Motor Company, and has contributed to enhancing project visibility and streamlining processes.
Current Role at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Janet Jentilet serves as a Project Control Specialist at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing project controls, ensuring that projects are executed efficiently and effectively. Her work involves creating and publishing monthly project and program status reports for the U.S. Department of Energy and Oak Ridge National Laboratory. These reports have been recognized and adopted as a model for other laboratories, showcasing her ability to deliver clear and actionable project insights.
Previous Experience at Tennessee Valley Authority
Janet Jentilet has extensive experience at Tennessee Valley Authority, where she worked in various capacities. She served as Senior Program Manager from 2014 to 2016 and as Senior Manager from 2009 to 2014. During her tenure, she contributed to project management and program oversight, enhancing operational efficiency in both Knoxville and Chattanooga, Tennessee. Her leadership in these roles helped streamline processes and improve project delivery.
Career Background in Finance and Management
Janet Jentilet has a diverse background in finance and management, having held multiple progressive financial positions at Ford Motor Company from 1990 to 2006. She also served as VP of Finance and Information Services at Alcoa for one year in 2006-2007. Her experience at Brunswick Boat Group as Director of Supply Chain Finance from 2007 to 2009 further solidified her expertise in financial oversight and supply chain management.
Educational Qualifications
Janet Jentilet earned her MBA in Finance from Indiana University - Kelley School of Business, where she studied from 1988 to 1990. Prior to that, she obtained a BA in Asian Studies from Carleton College, completing her studies from 1983 to 1986. Her educational background provides a solid foundation for her career in project management and finance.
Notable Contributions and Innovations
Throughout her career, Janet Jentilet has made significant contributions to project management processes. She developed a self-service SAP query that improved project visibility for team leaders, enhancing access to real-time data. Additionally, she streamlined the cross-laboratory annual planning process, which resulted in reduced cycle times and fewer errors, demonstrating her commitment to improving operational efficiency.