Crystal Powell
About Crystal Powell
Crystal Powell is an Implementation Manager at CommonSpirit Health, where she has worked since 2019. With a strong background in human resources, technology, and operations, she leads cross-functional teams to deliver products to clients and has experience in both the healthcare and financial industries.
Work at CommonSpirit Health
Crystal Powell has been serving as an Implementation Manager at CommonSpirit Health since 2019. In this role, she leads cross-functional teams that include developers, quality assurance professionals, communication experts, and training personnel to ensure the successful delivery of products to clients. Her work is essential in managing change master standardization projects for the Centers of Excellence in Compensation, ServiceNow, and Payroll.
Previous Experience in Healthcare and Financial Industries
Before joining CommonSpirit Health, Crystal Powell held various positions in both the healthcare and financial sectors. She worked at Catholic Health Initiatives as a Project Manager II from 2016 to 2019 and as a Senior HR Analyst from 2013 to 2016. Her earlier experience includes roles at Western & Southern Financial Group, where she served as a Sales Representative, Field Employment Representative, and Talent Acquisition Manager between 2000 and 2013.
Education and Expertise
Crystal Powell studied at the University of Cincinnati, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Resources Management from 1996 to 2000. Her educational background complements her strong cross-functional expertise in human resources, technology, and operations. She specializes in software proficiencies, including Workday HCM, Success Factors, Taleo, and Kenexa.
Career Progression and Roles
Crystal Powell's career began at Provident Bank as a Customer Service Manager from 1997 to 2000. She then transitioned to Western & Southern Financial Group, where she gained experience in various roles over a span of seven years. Her career trajectory reflects a consistent advancement in responsibilities, culminating in her current position as Implementation Manager at CommonSpirit Health.
Health Challenges and Resilience
Crystal Powell has faced significant health challenges, including a bone cancer diagnosis that arose from a bony bump near her knee. This experience has contributed to her resilience and perspective in her professional endeavors.