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Christopher Clark

Durham,NC

Summary

I am a seasoned Program Manager with a proven track record of delivering complex, high-impact technology initiatives across Generative AI, Cloud Solutions, and enterprise-grade SaaS, On-Prem, and MAS environments. With over 10+ years of experience leading cross-functional teams and managing global programs, I bring a strategic, outcome-driven mindset to every engagement.

My core expertise lies in driving digital transformation through cutting-edge AI initiatives and cloud-native architectures. I’ve successfully led the end-to-end delivery of scalable GenAI solutions, orchestrating efforts across R&D, Engineering, CIS, Legal, Marketing, Customer Success, GTM and various Product Teams to meet ambitious business objectives.

I thrive in environments that demand both strategic vision and operational excellence, managing large-scale portfolios, mitigating risks, and delivering measurable value to stakeholders. I am passionate about aligning technical innovation with business outcomes, ensuring that solutions are not only viable, but impactful.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr. Program Manager, Prod Strategy for XaaS/Cloud

SAS Institute
07.2021 - Current

I lead strategic, cross-functional programs driving the evolution of our cloud and XaaS product portfolio. Partnering across Product, Engineering, GTM, and Operations, I translate executive vision into actionable roadmaps and deliverables that accelerate our shift to scalable, subscription-based solutions.

Key focus areas include but are not limited to:

  • Orchestrating end-to-end programs that support cloud transformation and XaaS adoption
  • Leading strategic planning and operational alignment across global teams
  • Driving readiness for product launches, pricing models, and GTM strategies
  • Ensuring customer-centric outcomes through data-driven insights and feedback loops
  • Supporting innovation and growth across Cloud, SaaS, PaaS, and managed services

I thrive at the intersection of strategy, execution, and change leadership, delivering results in complex, fast-paced, tech-driven environments.

Sr Program, Systems & Operations Manager

Solarwinds/N-able
06.2018 - 07.2021
  • Oversee Success Platforms for our CS Business Units (Partner Success, Tech Support, Partner Care, Onboarding and Partner Success Center). SFDC Service Console, Chatbot and Resource Center
  • Cross Functional Champion for Business Initiatives with system onboarding/implementation and program deployments.
  • Contract and Vendor Management
  • Incident Manager for Security Related Concerns
  • Lead overseeing Operations, QA and Scrum Teams

Sr Technical Project Manager

Yardi
12.2014 - 06.2018
  • Implements the Yardi suite of software products by assisting clients with system implementation, training, and technical support •
  • Researches, analyzes and resolves software issues
  • Supports software product customization based on client requirements
  • Performs data mapping and conversions
  • Performs system /business process reviews and makes recommendations on best practices

Support Team Lead/Escalation Manager

Farragut Systems
02.2013 - 12.2014
  • Serve as the SPOC (Special Point of Contact) for support inquiries/escalations
  • Manage Service Desk team priorities and customer communications
  • Perform escalations evaluations against client’s business impact as well as SLA impact
  • Resolve application, database and hardware support requests for NCPTS/GIS/LRCAMA web-based products.
  • Ensure that every support ticket or customer inquiry are adequately resolved from the customer’s point of view
  • Provide weekly reporting on customer support metrics

Assistant Manager

Sprint
08.2010 - 02.2014
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to employees.
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.

Education

Master of Science - Information Science

North Carolina Central University
Durham
05-2011

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

South Carolina State University
Orangeburg
05-2008

Skills

  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Cross-functional team leadership
  • Strategic & Business Acumen
  • Operational Excellence
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Technical Fluency
  • PDLC
  • JIRA
  • Salesforce
  • Confluence
  • MS Suite

Timeline

Sr. Program Manager, Prod Strategy for XaaS/Cloud

SAS Institute
07.2021 - Current

Sr Program, Systems & Operations Manager

Solarwinds/N-able
06.2018 - 07.2021

Sr Technical Project Manager

Yardi
12.2014 - 06.2018

Support Team Lead/Escalation Manager

Farragut Systems
02.2013 - 12.2014

Assistant Manager

Sprint
08.2010 - 02.2014

Master of Science - Information Science

North Carolina Central University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

South Carolina State University
Christopher Clark