DIRECTOR OF STRATEGIC PROJECTS

TROY MCKNIGHT
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Respected executive advisor with over twenty years of hands-on management consulting experience. Recognized as an outside-the-box thinker with a keen eye for resolving problems. Motivational leader known for getting the most from my team. Proven track record of mediating high-stakes business negotiations. Experienced presenter and public speaker. Always looking for opportunities to leverage creativity and critical thinking to arrive at the best business solution. Quick aptitude in most technologies. The unique combination of an analytical mind, creative design skills, and charismatic personality. No stranger to high-stress environments and long work weeks. Extensive international travel experience.

Education

Stanford University Executive Online Education / App Development

2015-2015

Bradley University MBA

1999-2001

ILLINOIS STATE UNIVERSITY B.A, Business Administration

AUG 1994-MAY 1998

my skills

Professional Journey

PMALLIANCE, INC. – DIRECTOR OF STRATEGIC PROJECTS

JAN 2024 – PRESENT
Leading strategic projects that support company growth, acquiring new clients seeking project management training and consulting expertise, and serving as a brand ambassador for executives and Fortune 500 organizations.

PMALLIANCE, INC. – PARTNER

JAN 2007 – JAN 2024
Provided strategic leadership across business operations, sales, marketing, hiring, and technology initiatives, while driving business growth, managing key client relationships, supporting financial planning, and contributing to major organizational decisions and long-term company strategy.

PMALLIANCE, INC. – CLIENT EXECUTIVE

JAN 2007 – DEC 2023
Managed key client relationships as the primary executive point of contact, drove revenue growth initiatives, mentored consulting teams, aligned project management resources with client objectives, and ensured the delivery of high-quality consulting services and professional standards.

PMALLIANCE, INC. – SENIOR PROJECT MANAGEMENT CONSULTANT

JAN 2006 – DEC 2023
Led complex cross-functional projects across North America, Europe, and the Middle East, developing project strategies, schedules, and governance frameworks while advising executives, optimizing resources, mentoring teams, and delivering successful outcomes for Fortune 500 clients across multiple industries.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT CONSULTANT

JUL 2005 – DEC 2005
Led small-to-medium sized projects by developing project plans, schedules, and risk management strategies, while providing stakeholders with actionable insights, ensuring schedule accuracy, and mentoring clients on project management best practices.

PROJECT COORDINATOR

MAR 2005 – JUL 2005
Supported project planning and execution for Fortune 500 clients by preparing reports and dashboards, maintaining project schedules, analyzing performance data, coordinating stakeholder communications, and ensuring accurate project documentation and reporting.

MCKNIGHT CONSULTING GROUP – FOUNDER & CEO

MAR 2001 – MAR 2005
Founded and led a business consulting firm, partnering with more than 200 small businesses to develop strategic growth plans, business strategies, go-to-market initiatives, and new product introduction programs across a variety of industries.

ACCENTURE – CONSULTANT

2001 – 2003
Delivered consulting services for major public and private sector organizations, collaborating with cross-functional teams to support business transformation initiatives, improve operational performance, and provide strategic solutions for complex organizational challenges.

Expertise

Core Expertise

Computer & Technical Skills
Management & Leadership Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Expertise

INDUSTRIES SERVED

25+ Years of Experience Across

Entrepreneurial Start-Ups
Small Business Consulting
Non-Profit Advisory
Fortune 500+ Management Consulting

Industries Served

Heavy Manufacturing
Energy & Utilities
Paper Products
Pharmaceuticals
Avionics & Aerospace
Medical Devices
Insurance & Financial Services
Consumer Products
Technology & IT Services

Project & Program Types

New Product Introduction (NPI)
Facility Startup / Shutdown
ERP Implementation
Plant Outages & Turnarounds
Agile Transformation
Supply Chain Optimization
Marketing & Go-To-Market Strategy
Disaster Recovery
Logistics
Merger & Acquisition (M&A)
IT / Systems Implementation
Enterprise Transformation
Six Sigma / Cost Reduction

CLIENT QUOTES

MY AWESOME CLIENTS

Managing Director (Retired)

RICHARD COOPER

“He is as close to a unicorn as you are going to find… (Troy) talks technical details with engineers, talks creative with our marketing folks, talks strategy with our executives. Its rare to find someone who can cross boundaries like him.”

Vice President

JEFF BARKLEY

“Troy is as good as it gets. He has a unique ability of taking complicated projects and pulling together the right information quickly, to gain a birds-eye view of the best path forward.”

Director Of Global Engineering

JIM KRAMER

“He was always first to the office and last to leave. Troy earned the right to be considered more than a Consultant, he was a core component of my team. I appreciated his ideas, insights, work ethic and friendship. I’d take him in my foxhole any time.”

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