Aida Somun. MBA

Aida Somun has a diverse work experience in various leadership positions. Aida started their career in 2008 as an IT Director at Prevent Group CEE where they implemented ERP solutions and achieved significant cost savings. From 2011 to 2015, they served as the General Manager at Personal, Inc., overseeing software development and quality assurance teams and driving the successful launch of a Cloud platform.

In 2015, Aida joined PCCI and quickly rose through the ranks, starting as a Senior Program Manager and later becoming the Director of Project Management Office. Aida played a key role in creating the company's 3-year strategic plan and implementing an Operational Excellence approach. In 2017, they were promoted to Vice President, Operations and subsequently became the Chief Operating Officer in 2019. In these positions, they led large-scale programs focused on healthcare innovation, social impact strategy, and talent management, which resulted in consistent growth and improved outcomes for vulnerable populations.

Aida also worked as a Baldrige Board Examiner for the National Institute of Standards and Technology in 2019. Aida'scontributions in assessing and recognizing organizational performance excellence were valuable.

In 2020, they received recognition for their achievements in business by being awarded the 2020 Women in Business Award by the Dallas Business Journal.

Overall, Aida Somun's work experience demonstrates their expertise in driving strategic initiatives, project management, and delivering results in various sectors and industries.

Aida Somun obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Electrical Engineering with a minor in Math from Texas A&M University, where they studied from 1999 to 2003. Aida then pursued further education at the University of Sarajevo, where they completed a Master of Business Administration (MBA). The specific years of their MBA program are not provided. In terms of additional certifications, Aida obtained the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute in September 2015. Aida also earned the title of 2020 and 2019 Baldrige National Board Examiner from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in February 2019.