Insoluble problems are just great opportunities.
Sam Ko - Program Management Consultant
I'm Sam.
I make it my mission to get to know my stakeholders, deeply understand our business problems and create impactful solutions.
Whether it's creating new strategic programs, automating processes, or streamlining operations, I take pride in delivering measurable outcomes on time while always leading with honesty and courage.
Let's solve your business problems together.
$395M
Of de-risked ARR from launched GRC initiatives.
$1.9M
14+
Of added freight bids from created risk model.
Years experience across Enterprise and SaaS.
Program Management Services
I consult and contract on the below specializations.
Create Strategy & Lead Programs
Streamline Operations & Processes
Optimize Measurable Performance
Vision & Roadmap Development
Strategic Planning
Business Case Development
Risk Management
Budgeting & Financial Management
Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
Process Mapping & Reengineering
Automation & Digital Transformation
Standardization & Best Practices
Agile Methodologies
Objectives & Key Results (OKRs)
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Data Analytics & Visualization
Benchmarking & Competitive Analysis
Executive Reporting & Communication
My Professional Journey
Chief of Staff, Compliance
DigiCert, Inc.
2023 - Present
Led rhythm of business (ROB) initiatives, created KPI frameworks, streamlined compliance operations, and executed GRC training to improve product compliance and information security.
Senior Program Manager, Strategic Supply
Convoy, Inc.
2021 - 2022
Implemented strategic initiatives resulting in significant operational efficiencies and measurable impact.
Senior Manager, Sales Operations & Analysis
DigiCert, Inc.
2019 - 2021
Led business operations and drove initiatives to unlock new revenue opportunities for DigiCert's Trust Solutions group.
Manager, Product Marketing
DigiCert, Inc.
2017 - 2018
Conceptualized and built marketing and communication assets to improve customer experience across customer lifecycle.
Manager, Customer Insights & Business Analysis
Symantec Corporation
2015 - 2017
Identified upsell opportunities and built customer personas for go-to-market strategies to unlock revenue growth.
Senior Manager, ISV and Digital Commerce Marketing
SAP
2011 - 2015
Drove SAP store’s go-to-market strategy and grew presence in digital commerce through operational efficiency.
”What I found so impressive was Sam's willingness to jump into an unfamiliar project with confidence, competence, and an enthusiasm to perform at levels I’ve rarely encountered in my professional career.”
- Aaron Poulsen
”Sam actually believes in what he's communicating, and combines his key traits to add a human, respectful touch while he efficiently drives to action and results.”
- Jeff Barto
”He approaches business problems/issues from an analytical viewpoint, has a questioning mindset, and has a strong voice at the table.”
- Anthea Louie
Testimonials
"Any organization looking to enhance GRC operations, automate compliance, and drive impactful security initiatives would be lucky to have Sam on board.”
- Martin Sullivan
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Get in Touch
I am based in sunny Seattle but work with clients globally.