ROB OCHOA, MBA

 

Business Consultant & Program Manager

Rob Ochoa, MBA is a dynamic team leader, program manager and business consultant in Ventura County, California.  With more than 15 years of experience in management, business analysis and staff development and training, Rob is adept at helping companies accomplish their visions.

 

Here are just a few of Rob Ochoa's accomplishments in the corporate world, at companies such as Amgen, Baxter, Gore and Dako:

 

• Led $7-million program comprising a biopharmaceutical partial plant shutdown and start-up, eight sub-projects, 16 departments and a 130+ member team; successfully met each assigned milestone on time and within budget

• Initiated $7.2-million project involving laboratory expansion in a cGMP environment; managed staff and core team leaders to design a scalable information system with lab equipment

• Managed Research (GLP) and Development (GCP) multi-million dollar projects; negotiated contracts, planned budgets, delegated activities and mitigated risks

• Implemented proprietary software, COTS systems and worldwide training programs

• Presented globally to diverse audiences in 16 countries across three continents

• Assured delivery of global Information Technology (IT) solutions within budget and allotted time, saving potential costs of $500,000

• Provided leadership to a department with 40% growth, mentoring and managing staff

• Supervised team of FTEs, consultants and contractors; managed vendors and negotiated contracts

• Helped foster $750-million collaboration, contributing to international partnerships and the Alliance Management team to bridge cross-cultural environments; served as department liaison with Japanese corporate partners

• Successfully completed expat assignment, implementing 10 new global processes and two complex systems; led European Union Train-the-Trainer program; deployed IT solutions, data integration, and data migration in North America and abroad

SHARON WESTON

 

Media & Communications Specialist

 

Sharon Weston is a media specialist, offering services ranging from public relations and marketing to TV hosting.  Sharon brings more than 10 years of media expertise to the table, including photography and video services.  Past clients include:

• Pleasant Holidays (subsidiary of AAA)

• ABC Key News (Santa Barbara)

• Life Systems Group, Inc.

• Perches Academy

• Restoring Hope Foundation

• Ping Media (New York)

 

Here are some of the services Sharon Weston offers:

 

• Public Relations: Coordinate newsworthy media events, connect with the media, and send relevant press releases; coach and prepare interview responses for executives

• Marketing & Promotions: Make your company stand out from the rest - capture the attention of your public

• Communications & Brand Analysis: Create cohesive brand message across all online and print platforms - from the website and social media to CEO and employee correspondence

• Print Media: Write and oversee production of magazine ads, brochures, flyers and other marketing materials

• Social Media: Create a plan with goals, manage online content and consortia websites; analyze response trends, including demographics and virality

• Newsletters: Stay in touch with your clients and encourage referrals

• Websites: Whether you need a redesign or minor edits, ensure your online presence leaves the impression you desire

• Photography: Produce captivating pictures of your product, business and staff members for your website or print media

• TV Hosting and Corporate Videos:  Sharon is an expert at quality corporate videos, both behind and in front of the camera