Donna Wimer
About Donna Wimer
Donna Wimer is a Senior Project Manager with extensive experience in both the private and public sectors, currently working at the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services. She has a strong background in system development life-cycle activities and has held various roles in IT, demonstrating skills in project turnaround and team leadership.
Work at Online Business Systems
Donna Wimer has been employed at Online Business Systems as a Senior Project Manager since 2011. In this role, she has contributed to various projects and initiatives, leveraging her extensive experience in project management. Her tenure at the company spans over 13 years, during which she has utilized her skills in managing complex projects and leading teams.
Current Role at Washington State Department of Social and Health Services
Since 2014, Donna Wimer has served as a Senior Project Manager at the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services in Olympia, Washington. In this position, she has been involved in system development life-cycle activities, including cost-benefit analysis, requirements gathering, and database design. Her work focuses on improving services within the public sector.
Professional Background and Experience
Donna Wimer has a diverse professional background, having worked in both the private and public sectors. Her career includes roles such as Systems Analyst - Team Leader at Microsoft and Martin Marietta, and Programmer Analyst at Linn County and Peacehealth. She has also held a Senior Project Manager position at the State of Oregon from 2007 to 2011. This varied experience has equipped her with a broad skill set in IT and project management.
Education and Expertise
Donna Wimer studied Computer Science at both the Computer Career Institute and Linfield College, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science and Management. Her educational background supports her expertise in IT project management, particularly in system development life-cycle activities and team leadership.
Achievements in Project Management
Throughout her career, Donna Wimer has demonstrated a particular skill in rescuing and turning around troubled projects. She has a strong interest in migration projects and has built and sustained highly effective teams. Her leadership roles have involved developing policies, managing budgets, and implementing employee training and development plans.