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Alicia Kim

Alicia Kim

Summary

PMP-certified Program Manager with 9+ years of IT industry experience specializing in program launch and execution. Expert in strategic planning, resource management, and stakeholder engagement with strong emotional intelligence. Bilingual (English/Korean) professional driving innovation and excellence across diverse, multicultural teams.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification

Work History

Senior Program Manager

Amazon Web Services
11.2020 - Current


Partner Sales Enablement Program (2023 - )

  • Spearheaded global rollout of AWS Partner seller enablement program across 5 APJC regions, scaling team from 2 to 6+ members while securing $10K budget and key stakeholder buy-in to enable 2,000+ partner sellers across 6 countries within 9 months
  • Architected and executed comprehensive partner enablement strategy combining in-person and virtual delivery methods, identifying and mitigating program risks through collaborative win-win solutions while delivering regular business updates to global leadership
  • Drove rapid program expansion from pilot launch to full-scale regional deployment, establishing sustainable operational framework that successfully onboarded diverse partner ecosystem across multiple markets in the Asia-Pacific region


Partner Content Strategy (2023 - )

  • Pioneered end-to-end agile content creation framework for internal SMEs, securing budget and establishing streamlined processes from identification through monitoring, resulting in publication of 10+ digital learning assets on Skill Builder platform within 9 months
  • Spearheaded early adoption of LLM-powered localization strategy in collaboration with global localization team, dramatically reducing time-to-market from 60 days to 10 days (83% improvement) through optimized process flows and automated tracking systems
  • Architected comprehensive content strategy infrastructure including process documentation, pilot programs, and cross-functional workflows, enabling scalable delivery of localized digital content across APJC regions with enhanced efficiency and quality control


Sales Operations (2020 - 2022)

  • Optimized sales processes for Partner BDMs in APJC by streamlining workflows and introducing targeted enablement programs; served as the local voice to global teams, gathering regional feedback and refining initiatives to ensure successful adoption.
  • Led the implementation and management of Global Partner Training Funding in APJC, designing tracking solutions (Smartsheet and QuickSight) and overseeing funding operations to maximize program impact across APJC.
  • Collaborated closely with leadership on organizational strategy and operations, contributing to business planning and owning the Monthly Business Review process to report performance insights and regional developments

Program Manager

Amazon Web Services
07.2018 - 10.2020
  • Spearheaded the operational process design, documentation, and enablement to support the expansion of the Partner Training program across APJC , ensuring scalable and consistent implementation in multiple regions.
  • Successfully hired and onboarded a team of four Training Operations Specialists throughout Asia-Pacific, Japan, and Greater China (APJC), fostering a collaborative, high-performing unit specialized in Partner Training delivery.
  • Directly contributed to annual team performance reviews and authored promotion documentation, supporting career advancement for three team members.
  • Collaborated closely with the APJC leadership team on a weekly basis to provide operational updates, facilitate strategic discussions, and align cross-functional initiatives with organizational goals.
  • Led the preparation and presentation of Monthly Business Review reports, delivering data-driven insights and recommendations to inform executive decision-making and continuous process improvement.
  • Notable achievement: During the COVID-19 pandemic, rapidly transitioned face-to-face training sessions to virtual delivery by redesigning processes, educating all stakeholders (including instructors), and closely communicating with clients, resulting in the seamless execution of approximately X virtual training programs and recognition with an Employee Award .

Training Operation Specialists

Amazon Web Services
10.2016 - 07.2018
  • Managed all operational aspects of training programs as a local specialist, including scheduling sessions, coordinating materials, communicating with instructors and learners, tracking training data, and overseeing contract and invoicing to ensure effective delivery of learning initiatives.
  • Served as a central point for program logistics and stakeholder communications , partnering with local and global teams to support training activities and uphold high learning standards.
  • Utilized data platforms and analytical tools such as Excel, SharePoint, Smartsheet and SalesForce (SFDC) to generate reports, handle customer inquiries, and ensure compliance with organizational program targets.
  • Supported the launch of a new Learning Management System (LMS), managing multiple pilot programs, gathering user feedback, and facilitating customer engagement through internal intake processes

Corporate Education Consultant

Carrot Global
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Worked with HR development teams of major global companies in Korea to design and implement tailored global education programs.
  • Collaborated with native instructors from the U.S., England, New Zealand, and Australia, building strong trust and ensuring successful program delivery.

Education

Master's - Leadership and Coaching (MBA)

Kookmin University
01.2016

Bachelor's - Business Administration

Sookmyung Women's University
01.2012

TEFL Program - undefined

San Diego State University
02.2010

Exchange Program - undefined

Columbia College
12.2009

Skills

  • Project planning and development
  • Data management
  • Performance monitoring
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Emotional intelligence

Certification

  • PMP - Project Management Professional - 2025
  • AWS Certified AI Practitioner - 2025
  • KAC (Korea Associate Coach) - 2016
  • MOS Master Certificate (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) – 2009


Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Korean
Native or Bilingual

GLOBAL EXPERIENCES

  • Melbourne, Australia - Program Manager at AWS (2019 - 2020)
  • Auckland, New Zealand – Retail & Business Study and Work Program (2012–2013)
  • South Carolina, United States – University Exchange Program (2009–2010)
  • Hong Kong – Korean International School (1996–1999)
  • Bahrain – Habarah School (1989–1992)
Alicia Kim