Phil Aston
About Phil Aston
Phil Aston is an IT Program Manager with extensive experience in project management and business analysis. He has worked in various roles across multiple companies, focusing on delivering business value through innovative solutions and strong stakeholder relationships.
Current Role at The Standard
Phil Aston currently serves as an IT Program Manager at The Standard, a position he has held since 2015 in the Portland, Oregon area. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing IT programs and ensuring that projects align with the organization’s strategic goals. His focus is on delivering business value quickly while maintaining a customer-centric approach. His extensive experience in project management allows him to adapt methodologies to fit various project environments.
Previous Experience at The Standard
Phil Aston has held multiple roles at The Standard. He worked as an IT Project Manager III from 2009 to 2014, where he managed various IT projects. Prior to that, he served as a Senior IT Project Manager for one year from 2014 to 2015. His tenure at The Standard has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of the organization's operations and project management processes.
Career Background at DeAgostini UK Ltd
Aston has significant experience from his time at DeAgostini UK Ltd, where he worked in various capacities. He was a Senior Project Manager from 2004 to 2006, followed by a role as GBU IT Business Manager from 2006 to 2009. He began his career at DeAgostini as a Business Analyst from 2003 to 2004. His roles at DeAgostini contributed to his expertise in project and resource management.
Education and Expertise
Phil Aston studied Business Studies at the University of Northampton, where he earned a BA Hons degree from 1996 to 2000. His educational background laid the foundation for his career in project management and IT. He is recognized as an expert communicator, skilled in building strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure project success. His experience includes custom software development and full system migrations.
Global Project Delivery Experience
Phil Aston has delivered projects across diverse geographical locations, including the United States, Japan, India, and various countries in Europe. His full lifecycle exposure to project management allows him to tailor methodologies to the specific needs of each project and environment. He is motivated by solving complex business problems through innovative processes and systems changes.