Hillary Wheeler

 Hillary Ann Wheeler Project / Program Management Professional-• - linkedin.com/in/hillary-wheeler • Fayetteville, AR, 72703, US Summary Results oriented and dynamic professional with hands-on experience managing the delivery of large-scale projects/programs from inception to completion. Instrumental in completing projects, streamlining operational functions, ensuring positive team communication, and propelling performance optimization to solve multiple/complex project issues, while meeting stringent deadlines. Possess exceptional expertise in identifying and achieving project requirements to drive process improvements, bottom-line gains, and competitive advantage. A true leader, able to manage project delivery teams and build strong rapports with stakeholders, customers, and suppliers. Able to complete projects and possess excellent communication skills to achieve challenging project goals. Areas of Expertise Project Governance & Control Team Building & Leadership Budget Administration Risk Assessment & Mitigation Contract/Deal Negotiation Continuous Process Improvement Cost Reduction & Containment Issues & Problems Resolution Revenue & Profit Growth Relationship Building Client Satisfaction & Retention Performance Optimization Professional Experience Solid Waste and Recycling, Energy Department, Walmart Inc., Bentonville, AR July 2017 – Present Program Manager II - Bale Programs Manage and deliver cardboard, plastic, and metal recycling programs for all US stores and clubs within agreed constraints. Control budget of $300M to ensure overall operations within given budget. Provide and maintain top flight customer service to meet all store and club recycling needs. Devise strategic initiatives for future of bale programs to ensure seamless working operations. Spearheaded day-to-day cardboard and recycling programs for over 5,000 locations, attaining specific success criteria. Directed a program with income of around $300M annually for three years, propelling overall business success. Tactfully negotiated and secured a deal to cut our bale reporting services by over $1M a year. Achieved a three-year contract that increased program income by over $80M, realizing first-rate outcomes. Legal Department, Walmart Inc., Bentonville, AR Aug 2015 – July 2017 International Senior Subsidiary Specialist/Manager Ensured the compliance of international subsidiaries by collaborating with outside counsel and international Walmart associates. Drafted and analyzed agreements, promissory notes, and resolutions. Kept abreast of the Global Entity Management System and all spreadsheets with necessary documents. Monitored international corporate governance for all Walmart subsidiaries. Supported domestic subsidiary manager with corporate governance of domestic subsidiaries. Drafted and executed legal documents for tax planning to ensure tax efficiency. Created multiple new subsidiary companies for tax team, allowing for increased leverage of tax opportunities. Actively contributed in board of director meetings to ensure effective decision making. Completed training and managed the company’s Global Entity Management System account to provide organization with corporate transparency. Taylor Law Partners, Fayetteville, AR May 2013 – Apr 2015 Law Clerk Held the responsibility for drafting legal documents for litigation involving various practice areas, including family law, criminal law, and personal injury law. Articulated legal theories to counsel by conducting research and professional analysis. Completed a trademark application as well as a successful pardon application. Researched and drafted legal theories to attain desired outcomes for various legal cases. Energy Department, Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., Bentonville, AR Jan 2015 – Apr 2015 Legal Extern Accomplished corporate energy goals by compiling informative spreadsheet of state-by-state renewable portfolio standards for department’s use in regulating policies. Actively contributed in creating model legislative acts that supported in achieving Walmart breakdown goals. Pivotal in drafting model legislation submitted to many state legislatures. Researched and compiled various state legislations to develop a database of energy standards and regulations. Additional Experience Legal Extern, Tyson Foods, Inc., Springdale, AR, Sept 2014-Dec 2014 Administrative Intern, Boston Mountain Solid Waste District, Prairie Grove, AR, Summer 2010, 2011, 2012- Apr 2013 Education Project Management Professional Certification (PMP) Exam Preparation NWACC, Bentonville, AR (Spring 2020) Juris Doctorate University of Arkansas School of Law, Fayetteville, AR Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies and Political Science Illinois Wesleyan University, Bloomington, IL Licenses & Certifications Project Management Professional, Aug 2020 Arkansas Bar Admission, Sep 2015 Honors & Awards Chosen as a W.B. Putman Inn of Court Pupil Aug 2014 – Apr 2015 Dean’s List Fall 2012, Fall 2013, Spring 2014, Fall 2014, Spring 2015 at University of Arkansas School of Law Academic Scholarship, awarded to top applicants of the University of Arkansas School of Law