Alexa McCafferty Ryan

Vice President, Product Governance at Barclays

Wilmington, Delaware, United States

About

Over twenty years of progressive experience in program and project management. Able to assess organizational needs, consider all options and implement proactive solutions. Excels in fast paced, high-pressure environment. Accustomed to handling multiple projects simultaneously and meeting deadlines. Key attributes include exceptional communication, organization, attention to detail, excellence in customer service and a reputation for diligence, follow-through and a dedication for high quality outcomes.

Experience

  • Barclays Bank US (13 yrs 2 mos)
    • Vice President, Product Governance
      Aug 2022 - Present · 4 yrs

    • Associate Vice President, Operational Rigor
      Apr 2019 - Aug 2022 · 3 yrs 5 mos

    • Control Lead
      Dec 2017 - Apr 2019 · 1 yr 5 mos

  • Meeting Manager at BCD M&I
    Nov 2012 - Jun 2013 · 8 mos

  • Account Director at Sparks
    Sep 2011 - May 2012 · 9 mos

    Managed multiple clients’ exhibit and event programs including graphic design, production and show/event site services. Worked to design and develop an application to manage and track information required for the Sunshine Act. Collaborated with agency on the integration of the campaign into the overall design.

  • Manager, Meetings & Exhibits at American Association for Cancer Research
    Aug 2007 - Sep 2011 · 4 yrs 2 mos

    Strategically planned, managed, and executed the association’s exhibitions and conferences. Maintained fiscal responsibility for all meetings, from preliminary budget to final meeting spend, and reconciliation. Worked closely with senior executives, program committees, and key stakeholders. Partnered with and managed the relationships with hotels, a/v production companies, and third-party providers.

  • Clinical Event Manager at MD Events
    Feb 2006 - Aug 2007 · 1 yr 7 mos

    Planned, developed and executed the large-scale conferences and investigator meetings for major international and domestic pharmaceutical clients. Negotiated volume contract pricing with hotels and third party providers. Developed and monitored timelines from project initiation to completion of program and prepared post-program budget analysis, cost savings, and reconciliation.