David Heidke MBA PMP ITIL

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Portfolio Governance Transformation Lead at The Planet Group

Taunton, Massachusetts, United States

Overview

David is a Senior Technical Program Manager specializing in delivering complex initiatives across cloud infrastructure, mainframe modernization, and enterprise transformation. With an MBA from Norwich University, he has deep experience in highly regulated financial and government environments. Colleagues describe him as a professional who leads by example and has an impressive understanding of complex situations.

Outside of his corporate role, David has a distinguished background as a Command Sergeant Major in the US Army, including a deployment to Afghanistan. He is a published writer on topics related to military family support and maintains strong ties to the veteran community. His interests also include science fiction, particularly Star Trek.

He served as a Command Sergeant Major with the US Army Corps of Engineers supporting Operation Enduring Freedom in Kandahar, Afghanistan.

Personality Overview

Conviction Driven

Risk-Accepting

Impact-Oriented

They don’t mind taking a stand if they believe in something.  They respond well to objective pitches but also attach some value to relationships. They usually prefer to drive the conversation.

Topics They Care About

Enterprise Transformation
His career is focused on leading high-budget, complex programs in financial services, cloud infrastructure, and mainframe modernization to drive organizational change.
Veteran & Military Support
As a retired Command Sergeant Major who served in Afghanistan, he has published articles about military family foundations and is highly recommended by fellow service members.
PMO Governance
He focuses on strengthening organizational delivery maturity, improving PMO performance, and leading governance transformation and regulatory remediation programs.

Media Appearances

David has no verified media appearances

Work History

1-2026
Portfolio Governance Transformation Lead at The Planet Group
9-2025
Senior Program Management Consultant at Heidke Consulting
7-2024 - 9-2025
Senior Technical Program Manager at DeWinter Group
6-2023 - 6-2024
Senior Program Manager at Apex Systems
3-2022 - 4-2023
Senior Technical Program Manager at Wasabi Technologies

Education

Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Norwich University
Bachelors from Boston University

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Insights For Selling To David

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Focus on the big picture and the strategic value of your product
  • Refer to testimonials from well known people to highlight the value of your product
  • Look like someone who is on top of their game

DONT's

  • Don’t keep repeating the same information, it could make them impatient
  • Don't be unorganized, be prepared for the pitch
  • Don’t be too verbose or overly friendly; a little bit, however, is fine

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with David is

  • Product value plays a big role, followed by relationship and a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from David

  • If they do not firmly believe in you, they will refuse without hesitation.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will David move?

  • If they develop confidence in your product and you, then they can make fast decisions.
  • Can David take some risk or not?

  • If necessary, they have the ability to take risky decisions.

You And David

Personality Compatibility


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