Mike Parnitzke is an experienced instructor and consultant specializing in Business Analysis, Process Improvement, and Project Management. With over 15 years of Fortune 50 corporate experience, he has led teams in implementing process improvements and new technologies to drive measurable business results.
Prior to joining Orion, Mr. Parnitzke had more than 15 years of Fortune 50 corporate success facilitating both management and specialized project teams in their quest towards process excellence. He teaches several seminars for Orion at universities throughout the United States.
He played a key leadership role in the design and full deployment of all key business enterprise processes for the startup of the $500 million Telephone Sales Organization of Pepsi-Cola National Customer Service Center in Winston-Salem, NC. In a prior Pepsi assignment, as Process Improvement Manager, he managed a massive reengineering effort to streamline bottling operations processes via new information technology.
Mr. Parnitzke is one of Orion’s top team members for the evaluation and application of information technology, particularly ERP systems. His most recent clients include Wake Forest University, where he led the effort to improve processes and improve the existing Banner system; and Kaplan Early Learning Company where he completed an end-to-end process analysis and requirements blueprint in preparation for a system upgrade vs. replacement analysis.
As an instructor, he emphasizes practical application, guiding students through real-world case studies and problem-solving exercises. He is passionate about helping professionals bridge the gap between strategy and execution.
Mr. Parnitzke earned his Bachelor of Science at the University of Florida and his MBA at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.