Kitt Turner
About Kitt Turner
Kitt Turner is a Senior Manager of Valuations at Carta, where he has contributed significantly to the development of innovative valuation methodologies since 2019. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance from the University of Hawaii at Manoa and an MBA from Weber State University.
Work at Carta
Kitt Turner has held multiple roles at Carta, starting as a Valuations Associate in 2019 for a duration of seven months. Following this position, Turner advanced to Manager of Valuations, where they worked from 2019 to 2022, contributing to the development and implementation of innovative valuation methodologies. Currently, Turner serves as Senior Manager of Valuations, a role they have occupied since 2022. In this position, Turner oversees the delivery function of the valuations team, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency and employee satisfaction.
Education and Expertise
Kitt Turner earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance from the University of Hawaii at Manoa, studying from 2004 to 2008. Following this, Turner pursued further education and obtained a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Weber State University, completing the program between 2018 and 2021. This educational background provides a strong foundation in financial principles and business management, which Turner applies in their current role at Carta.
Background
Before joining Carta, Kitt Turner worked as a Rock Climber/Adventurer at Sabbatical & Travel in 2016 for eleven months. This experience reflects a diverse background that includes both professional and personal pursuits. Turner's career at Carta has been marked by significant contributions to the valuations team, particularly in the development of new methodologies and team leadership.
Achievements
During their tenure at Carta, Kitt Turner spearheaded the launch of an innovative 409A benchmarking methodology, which involved a comprehensive go-to-market strategy. This initiative led to the scaling of deliverables, resulting in the majority of Carta's reports being delivered through this new methodology. Additionally, Turner orchestrated the creation of three distinct reports, crafted the valuation methodology, designed the delivery mechanism, and conducted customer interviews, demonstrating a strong ability to lead complex projects and enhance service delivery.
Leadership and Team Development
In the role of Senior Manager, Kitt Turner has led initiatives that focus on coaching and developing a team of managers within the valuations department. This leadership has resulted in notable improvements in employee satisfaction, as indicated by positive trends in internal surveys. Turner's commitment to team development and operational excellence contributes to the overall success of the valuations function at Carta.