Ken Alvord
About Ken Alvord
Ken Alvord is a professional currently serving as the Head of Customer Success at CNTXT in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. He has a diverse background in project management, legal support, and research, with previous roles at Aker Solutions and Foley and Lardner LLP, among others.
Current Role at CNTXT
Ken Alvord serves as the Head of Customer Success at CNTXT in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the company's focus on enhancing customer engagement and satisfaction. His role involves overseeing customer success strategies and ensuring that clients receive optimal value from CNTXT's offerings.
Experience at Aker Solutions
Prior to his current role, Ken Alvord worked at Aker Solutions as a Senior Project Manager specializing in Offshore Floating Wind projects. He was with the company from 2012 to 2020 in Oslo, Norway. During his tenure, he successfully managed significant projects, including a R$220 million CAPEX project in Macae, RJ, where he served as Deputy Project Manager in Drilling Technology.
Education and Academic Background
Ken Alvord earned a Master of International Affairs degree from Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA), where he studied International Energy Management and Policy from 2010 to 2012. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Government and Philosophy from Lawrence University, which he completed from 2003 to 2007.
Previous Positions and Roles
Before his roles in the energy sector, Ken Alvord worked as an Intellectual Property Paralegal at Foley and Lardner LLP from 2007 to 2009 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He also served as a Graduate Research Assistant at Columbia University from 2010 to 2011 and worked as a Research Consultant at CNA Corporation in 2011. These positions provided him with diverse experience in research and project management.
Professional Development and Initiatives
Ken Alvord participated in an International Talent Program, focusing on global project management and leadership skills. He was also involved in developing a Brownfield Strategy for Process Systems, showcasing his commitment to advancing industry practices and enhancing operational efficiency.