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Work History
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Certification
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Melissa Davis

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Summary

Dynamic Project Manager with a proven track record at Comcast, adept at strategic planning and cross-functional team leadership. Spearheaded initiatives that reduced project delays by 30% and improved operational efficiency. Skilled in agile methodologies and conflict resolution, delivering high-quality results across multiple complex projects while enhancing stakeholder communication.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Manager, PMO

Sephora
04.2025 - Current
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment and timely delivery of objectives.
  • Developed project documentation, including schedules and status reports, enhancing communication across stakeholders.
  • Led the successful execution of multiple complex projects simultaneously, ensuring quality outcomes for all stakeholders.
  • Achieved high-quality results by closely monitoring project progress against established milestones and KPIs.
  • Utilized agile methodologies to improve adaptability and responsiveness in a rapidly changing environment.
  • Spearheaded process improvements that led to increased efficiency in project delivery timescales.

Program Manager

Comcast, Xfinity
04.2022 - 05.2024
  • Led cross-functional teams to drive project delivery and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
  • Developed and implemented strategic program plans to enhance service offerings and customer satisfaction.
  • Streamlined communication processes among stakeholders, improving collaboration and project visibility.
  • Monitored project timelines and budgets, identifying potential risks and proactively addressing challenges.
  • Oversaw the nationwide Branded Partner Program, managing a portfolio of interconnected Xfinity retail development, technical enhancements, and operational projects across 17+ divisions, managing 10+ projects concurrently per quarter.
  • Directed the full program lifecycle, including definition, planning, execution, governance, risk mitigation, and closure.
  • Created program objectives, scope, governance structures, KPI frameworks, and communication plans in partnership with executive leadership.
  • Led cross-functional coordination with Construction, Design, IT, Security, Serviceability, Real Estate, Operations, Sales Teams, External Vendors, and Marketing to deliver multi-phase initiatives.
  • Improved accuracy and efficiency by implementing CRM tools and workflow automation, reducing project delays by 30%.
  • Delivered executive reporting on program performance, benefits realization, risk posture, and operational strategy.

Key Achievements:

  • Reduced escalation challenges by 45% through standardized installation and service workflows.
  • Improved operational consistency by launching a PMO onboarding and training framework.
  • Strengthened enterprise governance through division-wide process standardization.

Project Manager

Comcast, Xfinity
03.2018 - 04.2022
  • Led cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within scope.
  • Developed project plans, schedules, and budgets to ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
  • Facilitated stakeholder meetings to gather requirements and provide project updates.
  • Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency and reduced costs.Managed 35+ active projects per quarter supporting new builds, remodels, relocations, and infrastructure enhancements across 500+ retail locations.
  • Contributed to planning and execution of the broader retail development program, aligning project timelines, resources, and dependencies.
  • Coordinated technical installations, security upgrades, serviceability work, and system readiness across IT and Security teams.
  • Designed and implemented Smartsheet-based ticketing dashboards that increased workflow efficiency by 85%.
  • Produced reporting dashboards and KPI tracking for leadership to evaluate progress, risk, and capital performance.

Key Achievements:

  • Identified and reconciled $45M in unallocated regional TIA funds.
  • Standardized security system installation across 600+ stores, improving safety and reducing risk exposure.
  • Developed KPI-driven reporting systems that streamlined leadership visibility.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Thomas Edison University| B.A. Psychology
09-2026

Skills

    Strategic Planning, Cross-functional Team Leadership, Project Management, Conflict Resolution, Risk Management, Agile & Waterfall Methodologies,

  • Scope management
  • Project planning
  • Agile methodology
  • Purchasing and procurement
  • Processes and procedures
  • Relationship building
  • Data analysis
  • Work flow planning
  • Change control processes

Accomplishments

· Promoted to Program Manager, Retail Development (2022): Recognized for process improvement leadership, operational excellence, and consistent delivery of high-impact retail initiatives.

· Nationwide Retail Brand Advocacy Initiative: Designed and launched a virtual Retail Look Book in partnership with HQ Communications and employee engagement teams; presented to executive leadership and earned C-suite recognition for driving companywide brand awareness and engagement.

· Red Cross Executive Partnership: Hand-selected by senior leadership to join a cross-functional executive team, partnering with Red Cross board members to coordinate community outreach and philanthropic initiatives that increased blood donation awareness and participation nationwide.

Certification

  • Procore Certification - 2021
  • Smartsheet Training Certification - 2022

Timeline

Project Manager, PMO

Sephora
04.2025 - Current

Program Manager

Comcast, Xfinity
04.2022 - 05.2024

Project Manager

Comcast, Xfinity
03.2018 - 04.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Thomas Edison University| B.A. Psychology

Awards

· Nominated for Rising Star and Extra Mile Awards (2022) for exceptional leadership, collaboration, and service excellence.

Melissa Davis