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Summary

I am an accomplished Head of PMO and Program Director with 25 years of experience spanning payments, banking, automotive, and technology sectors, including 10 years specializing in payment services.

My background includes extensive experience in leading complex payment-related projects, particularly in clearing, settlement, and regulatory compliance within banking and POS environments.

Coming from a strong technical background in software development, R&D and enterprise-wide transformations, I have progressed through roles in leadership and PMO management, driven by a passion for effectively organizing work and enabling teams and organizations to turn their dreams and strategic visions into reality.

Currently I am turning my expertise in both agile and traditional management methodologies into Gen AI based solutions and trainings within ITTD Space.

Skills

  • It Project & Program Management
  • Agile Project Delivery (Scrum, Safe)
  • Stakeholder Communication & Alignment
  • Cross-functional Team Leadership
  • Consulting & Collaborative Advisory
  • Change & Risk Management
  • Software Development Lifecycle (Sdlc)
  • Data-driven Planning & Reporting
  • Process Optimization & Governance
  • Operating Model & Framework Design
  • Digital Transformation & Saas Solutions
  • Application Development Oversight
  • Generative Ai & Innovation Solutions

Languages

Hungarian
Native
English
Advanced
German
Intermediate

Education

University of Natural Sciences

MSc, in Software Engineering and Mathematics · Software Engineering and Mathematics · Debrecen, Hungary

Certifications & licenses

AIActTPro (EU AI Act Trained Professional)

Certified SAFe Program Consultant

SAFe

Certified SCRUM Master

SCRUM Alliance

PBP – Project Business Professional

PMI ACP

PMI

PMI PMP

PMI

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