Neel Edamadaka, MBA, Pmp, Scpm
About Neel Edamadaka, MBA, Pmp, Scpm
Neel Edamadaka is an IT Senior Program Manager at SafeAuto, with extensive experience in program and project management across various sectors. He has successfully led significant technology rollouts and vendor selections, contributing to operational improvements and process enhancements in his current role and previous positions.
Current Role at SafeAuto
Neel Edamadaka serves as the IT Senior Program Manager in the Project Management Office (PMO) at SafeAuto, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he oversees enterprise-wide technical and business-oriented projects, utilizing Agile methodology to enhance processes. His responsibilities include managing project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure successful project delivery. Edamadaka has played a significant role in the evolution of the PMO, focusing on improving operational efficiency and project outcomes.
Previous Experience at Cardinal Health
Neel Edamadaka worked at Cardinal Health from 2013 to 2019, where he held various positions as an IT Program/Project Manager. He was involved in both the Medical and Pharmaceutical segments, managing projects that focused on improving IT systems and processes. His tenure at Cardinal Health spanned five years in the Medical Segment and five months in the Pharmaceutical Segment, during which he developed skills in project management and team leadership.
Professional Background at Nationwide
Edamadaka spent 15 years at Nationwide, from 1998 to 2013, where he held multiple roles, including IT Program/Project Manager, IT Manager, and Technical Project Lead for Auto Solutions. His extensive experience in managing IT projects contributed to the development and implementation of technology solutions within the organization. This long tenure provided him with a solid foundation in project management and technical leadership.
Education and Certifications
Neel Edamadaka holds a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from Franklin University. He also completed a Post-Graduate/Master's Diploma in Software Engineering with a specialization in Systems Management and Object Oriented Technologies from APTECH Computer Education. In addition to his academic qualifications, he is certified as a Project Management Professional (PMP) and has earned the Senior Certified Project Manager (SCPM) designation.
Key Projects and Contributions
At SafeAuto, Neel Edamadaka has successfully led several key initiatives, including the rollout of the Guidewire Build platform, which replaced legacy systems across six states. He has also contributed to international and domestic vendor selection processes, developing RFPs, statements of work, and managing contract negotiations. His leadership in a Performance Tuning project significantly reduced transaction response times, enhancing service delivery for agents and customers.