Nick Pierson
About Nick Pierson
Nick Pierson is the Chief of Staff and Senior Manager of Strategic Program Management at TD Ameritrade, with extensive experience in project management and analytics.
Company: TD Ameritrade
Nick Pierson currently serves as the Chief of Staff and Senior Manager of Strategic Program Management at TD Ameritrade. His tenure in this role began in 2017. Prior to this position, Nick held various roles within the company, showcasing his extensive experience and long-term commitment to TD Ameritrade. His roles included Program Manager - Analytics COE from 2015 to 2017, Enterprise Project Manager from 2009 to 2015, and Security Analyst (Policy and Awareness) from 2008 to 2009.
Previous Positions
Nick Pierson has an extensive professional background with considerable experience in the field of analytics and project management. Before joining TD Ameritrade, he worked at West Asset Management as a Security Analyst from 2006 to 2007. Additionally, he served as a Systems Analyst at Securian Financial Group from 2000 to 2005. These positions have equipped him with a diverse skill set and robust foundational knowledge in system and security analysis.
Education and Expertise
Nick Pierson has a solid educational background that underpins his professional expertise. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Truman State University, graduating in 2000. In 2020, he completed two online certificate programs at Harvard Business School Online—Business Analytics and Leading with Finance—both accomplished within a span of 11 months each. These achievements reflect his commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Strategic Program Management
As Chief of Staff and Senior Manager of Strategic Program Management at TD Ameritrade, Nick Pierson has led significant initiatives to enhance department communications and project delivery systems. He developed a new delivery system known as '3i Win - Intake, Insight, Implementation,' which has streamlined project processes. Additionally, he managed a substantial department budget of approximately $20 million and oversaw a team of around 80 associates.
Project Leadership and Achievements
Nick Pierson led the successful completion of 101 projects and achieved 31 wins in FY19 across multiple business units. He organized annual off-sites for 80 associates with a budget of $130,000, and built department reporting and tracking systems that enhanced the focus on business value and delivery. His contributions have been instrumental in driving the department’s effectiveness and operational excellence.