Shirley Choulga, Pmp
About Shirley Choulga, Pmp
Shirley Choulga is a Program Manager with extensive experience in managing software development teams across various locations. She has held multiple roles in the technology sector, including positions at Travelport, Cendant, and Electronic Data Systems, and has a Master's degree in Technology Management from the University of Denver.
Work at Travelport
Shirley Choulga has been employed at Travelport since 2011, currently holding the position of Program Manager. In this role, she manages a team that is responsible for configuring, supporting, and upgrading various corporate tools, including Microsoft Project Server 2013, Microsoft Project Professional, HP ALM, JIRA, and ConnectAll. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Software Development Manager at Travelport from 2009 to 2011 and also served as a Consultant from 2008 to 2009. Her tenure at Travelport spans over 13 years.
Previous Experience at Cendant and Galileo International
Before joining Travelport, Shirley Choulga worked at Cendant, formerly known as Galileo International, from 1999 to 2005 as a Development and Resource Manager. She also held the position of Senior Project Lead at Galileo International from 1995 to 1999. Her experience at these organizations contributed to her extensive knowledge in managing software development teams across various locations.
Education and Expertise
Shirley Choulga studied at the University of Denver, where she earned a Master of Applied Sciences in Technology Management from 2000 to 2003. This educational background has equipped her with the skills necessary for her roles in program management and software development. She has a proven ability to develop and implement new processes and procedures across organizations.
International Experience and Travel
Shirley Choulga has significant international experience, having lived and worked in both France and Germany. This cross-cultural work experience enhances her ability to manage geographically diverse software development teams. Additionally, she has traveled extensively for business purposes to countries such as England and India.
Career Background at EDS and Amtrak
Earlier in her career, Shirley Choulga worked at Electronic Data Systems (EDS) as an Advanced Systems Engineer from 1990 to 1994. She also served as a Consultant at Amtrak from 2007 to 2008 and at Amadeus from 1991 to 1992. These roles contributed to her broad experience in the technology and consulting sectors.