Deborah Kohut, Pmp, Csm.CPO
About Deborah Kohut, Pmp, Csm.CPO
Deborah Kohut is an IT Project Manager at CenterPoint Energy, where she has worked since 2012. She has a background in psychology and business from Indiana University Bloomington and has held various project management roles, including at Vectren Corporation.
Work at CenterPoint Energy
Deborah Kohut has served as an IT Project Manager at CenterPoint Energy since 2012. In this role, she has been involved in various significant projects, including managing the telephony consolidation project from Avaya to Genesis. Additionally, she drove a regulatory rate project, contributing to the operational efficiency of the organization. Her tenure at CenterPoint Energy spans over 12 years, during which she has played a key role in advancing the company's IT initiatives.
Previous Experience at Vectren Corporation
Before joining CenterPoint Energy, Deborah Kohut worked at Vectren Corporation for a total of seven years as a Project Manager from 2012 to 2019. Prior to this role, she served as the Manager of Networking and Telecommunications from 2004 to 2012. During her time at Vectren, she successfully managed the rebranding project that transitioned the company to CenterPoint Energy, showcasing her project management skills and leadership capabilities.
Education and Expertise
Deborah Kohut holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Business from Indiana University Bloomington. She also obtained a Certificate in Management from the University of Southern Indiana. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in both psychological principles and business practices, which she applies in her project management roles.
Professional Certifications
Deborah Kohut is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and a Certified Scrum Master (CSM). These certifications demonstrate her expertise in project management methodologies and agile practices, enhancing her ability to lead projects effectively within the IT sector.