Dan Stay, PMP
Project Management Professional | Technology Consultant | DoD Contractor
I Help Organizations Get Difficult Things Done
Get In TouchCurrently Available for Consulting
10-12 hours per week | Primarily afternoons/evenings (after 2:00 PM EST) | Remote work preferred
Who I Help
I work with organizations that need an experienced hand to navigate complex technical projects, improve project visibility, and leverage modern tools like AI and Atlassian platforms to deliver results.
🎯 Cross-Functional Teams
Currently supporting project management operations with enhanced Jira workflows, Structure plug-in implementations, and division-level reporting solutions.
🚀 Technology Companies
From enterprise CRM deployments to specialized technology platforms, I’ve managed complex tech rollouts across global organizations.
🏢 Mid-Market Companies
You’re past the startup phase but not quite enterprise scale. You need someone who can professionalize your project management without enterprise overhead.
🔄 Organizations in Transition
Merging systems, changing platforms, or scaling operations? I’ve guided organizations through major technology and process transitions.
What I Do
Jira & Atlassian Platform Optimization
Design workflows, create executive dashboards, implement Structure plug-in for portfolio views, and integrate Confluence for comprehensive reporting.
AI-Enhanced Project Management
Leverage generative AI for requirements gathering, project charter development, risk analysis, and stakeholder communications – trained in both Agency and commercial AI applications.
Project Reporting Architecture
Build dashboards in Power BI, Jira, Smartsheet, or MS Project that give leadership real-time visibility into project health, resource utilization, and delivery timelines.
Technology Deployment Management
From CRM systems to specialized platforms, I manage the full lifecycle – requirements, vendor coordination, training, and adoption tracking.
Process Improvement & Automation
Identify workflow bottlenecks, design automated solutions, and implement systems that reduce manual overhead while improving accuracy.
Interim PM Leadership
Need experienced project management leadership while you search for a permanent hire? I can step in to stabilize operations and mentor your team.
Recent Experience
Tyto Athene (DoD Contractor)
June 2025 – Present | Sr. IT Project Manager
Enhancing Jira reporting and workflows for Unified Communications Division. Utilizing Structure plug-in for advanced project hierarchies and creating division-level dashboards. Leading Mindlink chat platform migration project.
U.S. Department of Defense
September 2024 – June 2025 | Project Director
Developed requirements for platform mergers within intelligence operations. Selected to facilitate Knowledge Orchestration initiative. Completed extensive training in SIGINT, classification, and generative AI fundamentals.
DVSport Software
April 2024 – September 2024 | Project Manager
First full-time PM at small company. Led deployment for 120 NCAA Division I Football teams, managing contracted technicians and creating executive visibility dashboards.
NEP Group
August 2021 – February 2024 | Senior Program Manager
Managed global Salesforce CRM deployment and developed comprehensive reporting using Smartsheet, Jira, MS Project, and Power BI. Led Total Facility Control program for global AV-over-IP platform.
Bruster’s Real Ice Cream (Franchisee & Franchisor Consultant)
May 2008 – November 2017
Directed buildout, operation, and sale of Annapolis location. Led franchise-wide POS and loyalty technology refresh affecting 180+ locations – demonstrating ability to manage complex multi-unit deployments.
📄 Capabilities in Detail
Take a closer look at how I can assist you:
Intelligence Community Resume
Cleared positions with emphasis on government project management, AI training, and classified environment experience.
Jira Reporting Architect Resume
Deep dive into Atlassian platform expertise, dashboard design, and reporting architecture capabilities.
Audio & Event Production Services
Professional voiceover, live announcing, sound systems, and video production capabilities.
Let’s Talk About Your Project
Available for 10-12 hours per week of focused consulting work. Free initial consultation.
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