Elizabeth Kimura, Crcm
About Elizabeth Kimura, Crcm
Elizabeth Kimura is the Head of Project Management Office at Americor, where she has worked since 2023. She has a diverse background in compliance, risk management, and project management, with previous roles at organizations such as Discover Financial Services and Kinecta Federal Credit Union.
Current Role at Americor
Elizabeth Kimura serves as the Head of Project Management Office at Americor since 2023. In this role, she oversees project management initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and effective resource allocation. Her leadership contributes to the strategic direction of projects within the company, based in Irvine, California.
Professional Background
Elizabeth Kimura has a diverse professional background in compliance, risk management, and project management. She worked at Kinecta Federal Credit Union in Human Resources from 2010 to 2012. She then transitioned to Discover Financial Services, where she held various roles, including Senior Manager of Corporate Compliance from 2015 to 2018. Her experience also includes positions at Chinatrust Bank and Alactricity LLC, where she has expanded her expertise in risk and enterprise-wide corporate initiatives.
Educational Qualifications
Elizabeth Kimura completed her Bachelor’s degree at UCLA. She also studied International/Global Studies at Peking University. Additionally, she attended the American Bankers Association (ABA) National Compliance School, further enhancing her knowledge in compliance and risk management.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to her current role, Elizabeth Kimura held various positions that contributed to her expertise in compliance and project management. She was a Senior Compliance Consultant at Discover Financial Services from 2012 to 2015 and worked as a Legal & Compliance Corporate Associate at Chinatrust Bank from 2008 to 2010. Earlier in her career, she gained experience as a Business Intern at Fanpop in 2006 and had a brief tenure at Sabbatical in 2018.
Specialties and Interests
Elizabeth Kimura specializes in risk management and enterprise-wide corporate initiatives. She has a personal interest in continuous improvement initiatives, reflecting her commitment to enhancing operational efficiency and effectiveness within organizations.