Joy Taylor
MBA
NJ, USCo-founder and CEO of TayganPoint Consulting Group, Joy Taylor is an accomplished professional, with over twenty years of cross-functional experience in Lean Sigma, team facilitation, program management, project leadership, and communications and change management. She has a proven ability to manage complex, global programs and initiatives, drive process and productivity improvement efforts and lead change in a fast-paced environment.
Prior to founding TayganPoint Consulting Group, she was part of the Strategic Six Sigma Consulting Practice at IBM (formerly PWC), where she was responsible for developing and implementing large scale Six Sigma deployment and implementation plans for global clients. Prior, she served in various quality leadership roles at General Electric and as a Vice President at Sentient Enterprises Venture Capital.
Recent Projects Include:
- Program Leader for the global finance transformation of a Fortune 100 diversified pharmaceutical company. The multi-year scope included design and implementation of new budgeting, forecasting, close and consolidation, reporting processes, and capabilities.
- Led the global roll out of Business Process Improvement (BPI) for a Fortune 100 diversified financial services company, including: training, coaching, organizational engagement, and strategic alignment. Developed the strategy and roadmap for the BPI to migrate into a self-sustaining, strategic organization with a global shared service environment.
- Program Leader for global budgeting and forecasting system and process for a Fortune 500 energy company. This involved developing a strategy roadmap, service portfolio, and change management plan related to the global roll out during a turbulent acquisition environment. In the end, it was delivered on time, under budget and within scope.
Education, Certifications, Thought Leadership & Awards:
- B.A. in Communication Studies & Public Speaking – University of Florida
- M.B.A. with a concentration in Marketing & Statistics – University of South Florida
- Executive Leadership Certification – Tuck University
- Sigma Master Black Belt & Black Belt Certifications – General Electric
- EY's Entrepreneurial Winning Women of the Year (2013)
- The 50 Fastest Growing Companies (WBENC, 2013)
- SmartCEO Magazine's Brava! Award (2014)
- Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Companies in America (2014)
- NJBIZ 50 Fastest Growing Companies (2014)
- SmartCEO's Future 50 Award (2014)
- Enterprising Women of the Year Award (2015)
Expertise:
Strategy Development & Deployment
Merger, Acquisition & Divestiture
Supply Chain
Lean Sigma
Process Improvement
Organization Design & Change Management
Program Management & Project Leadership
Industries:
Pharmaceutical
Biotech
Healthcare
Financial Services
Energy
Not For Profit
Insurance
In the Community:
As an active contributor in her community, Joy dedicates a great deal of her free time to not for profit organizations offering pro bono consulting services. She is the founding board member of the YMS Special Stars program serving the athletic needs of children on the autism spectrum, serves on the American Heart's Go Red for Woman Initiative, sits on the Financial Board of Advisors for the Lower Makefield
Co-founder and CEO of TayganPoint Consulting Group, Joy Taylor is an accomplished professional, with over twenty years of cross-functional experience in Lean Sigma, team facilitation, program management, project leadership, and communications and change management. She has a proven ability to manage complex, global programs and initiatives, drive process and productivity improvement efforts and lead change in a fast-paced environment.
Prior to founding TayganPoint Consulting Group, she was part of the Strategic Six Sigma Consulting Practice at IBM (formerly PWC), where she was responsible for developing and implementing large scale Six Sigma deployment and implementation plans for global clients. Prior, she served in various quality leadership roles at General Electric and as a Vice President at Sentient Enterprises Venture Capital.
Recent Projects Include:
- Program Leader for the global finance transformation of a Fortune 100 diversified pharmaceutical company. The multi-year scope included design and implementation of new budgeting, forecasting, close and consolidation, reporting processes, and capabilities.
- Led the global roll out of Business Process Improvement (BPI) for a Fortune 100 diversified financial services company, including: training, coaching, organizational engagement, and strategic alignment. Developed the strategy and roadmap for the BPI to migrate into a self-sustaining, strategic organization with a global shared service environment.
- Program Leader for global budgeting and forecasting system and process for a Fortune 500 energy company. This involved developing a strategy roadmap, service portfolio, and change management plan related to the global roll out during a turbulent acquisition environment. In the end, it was delivered on time, under budget and within scope.
Education, Certifications, Thought Leadership & Awards:
- B.A. in Communication Studies & Public Speaking – University of Florida
- M.B.A. with a concentration in Marketing & Statistics – University of South Florida
- Executive Leadership Certification – Tuck University
- Sigma Master Black Belt & Black Belt Certifications – General Electric
- EY's Entrepreneurial Winning Women of the Year (2013)
- The 50 Fastest Growing Companies (WBENC, 2013)
- SmartCEO Magazine's Brava! Award (2014)
- Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Companies in America (2014)
- NJBIZ 50 Fastest Growing Companies (2014)
- SmartCEO's Future 50 Award (2014)
- Enterprising Women of the Year Award (2015)
Expertise:
Strategy Development & Deployment
Merger, Acquisition & Divestiture
Supply Chain
Lean Sigma
Process Improvement
Organization Design & Change Management
Program Management & Project Leadership
Industries:
Pharmaceutical
Biotech
Healthcare
Financial Services
Energy
Not For Profit
Insurance
In the Community:
As an active contributor in her community, Joy dedicates a great deal of her free time to not for profit organizations offering pro bono consulting services. She is the founding board member of the YMS Special Stars program serving the athletic needs of children on the autism spectrum, serves on the American Heart's Go Red for Woman Initiative, sits on the Financial Board of Advisors for the Lower Makefield
Coaching and Mentorship
Caesars Entertainment / Harrahs - Coaching & Mentorship
October 2014 - 300 attendees
Being a Female Entrepreneur
EY - Being a Female Entrepreneur
November 2014 - 50 attendees
Preparing a Company for Organizational Change
CDW - Preparing a Company For Organizational Change
June 2014 - 30 attendees
Being the Parent of a Special Needs Child
Autism Cares Foundation - Being a Parent of a Special Needs Child
April 2014 - 400 attendees
Female Entrepreneurship & Exercising Your Ask Muscle
Penn State University - Female Entrepreneurship & Exercising Your Ask Muscle - November 2014 - 200 attendees
Strategy Through Execution: Engaging the Entire Organization in Your Vision
Cairn University - Strategy Through Execution: Engaging the Entire Organization in Your Vision March 2014 - 40 attendees
Appeal for Funds Speaker
Having an appeal speaker for any non-profit seeking funding from those in attendance at a gala or group function makes all the difference in fundraising. Having a qualified, experienced speaker on this topic is a invaluable.
Autism Cares Foundation - Raised $60,000
Mill Hill Child & Family Services - Raised $65,000
Creative Clay Inc - Raised $85,000
