Jessica Sanford, Pmp
About Jessica Sanford, Pmp
Jessica Sanford is a Service Area Manager at CenterPoint Energy, where she has worked since 2020. She has held various roles within the company, including Senior Process Consultant and Manager of Data Analytics and Business Intelligence.
Work at CenterPoint Energy
Jessica Sanford has held multiple positions at CenterPoint Energy since joining the company. She currently serves as the Service Area Manager, a role she has occupied since 2020, overseeing operations in Bellaire, Greenspoint, and Sugar Land. Prior to this, she worked as a Senior Process Consultant from 2012 to 2014, and as the Manager of Data Analytics and Business Intelligence from 2019 to 2020. Her career at CenterPoint Energy also includes roles as a Process Project Specialist II from 2010 to 2012, Distribution Services Supervisor from 2017 to 2019, and Operations Business Analyst from 2014 to 2017. She began her journey at the company as an Intern in Financial Systems & Processes in 2007.
Education and Expertise
Jessica Sanford earned her Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Management and Economics from Texas A&M University - Mays Business School, completing her studies from 2004 to 2008. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Jones Graduate School of Business at Rice University, where she studied from 2015 to 2017. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in business management and analytical skills, which she applies in her various roles at CenterPoint Energy.
Background
Jessica Sanford has a comprehensive background in the energy sector, primarily with CenterPoint Energy. Her career spans over a decade, during which she has progressed through various roles, gaining experience in process improvement, data analytics, and operational management. Her early career included positions that focused on project management and business analysis, laying the groundwork for her subsequent leadership roles within the organization.
Professional Development
Throughout her career at CenterPoint Energy, Jessica Sanford has engaged in professional development opportunities that have enhanced her skills in project management and business intelligence. Her transition from roles such as Process Project Specialist to Service Area Manager demonstrates her commitment to continuous improvement and leadership within the organization. Her PMP certification further validates her expertise in managing projects effectively.