Kara Anderson
About Kara Anderson
Kara Anderson serves as the Senior Director of Professional Services, Implementation at Cvent, where she has worked since 2022. With a background in hospitality and extensive experience in Strategic Meetings Management Programs, she has held various roles at Cvent and American Express over her career.
Current Role at Cvent
Kara Anderson serves as the Senior Director of Professional Services, Implementation at Cvent since 2022. In this role, she leads a global team of implementation consultants, focusing on the implementation of enterprise-wide Strategic Meetings Management Programs. Her leadership is centered around utilizing Cvent technology to enhance client experiences and streamline processes.
Previous Experience at Cvent
Kara Anderson has held multiple positions at Cvent, starting as a Senior Implementation Consultant in 2009. She progressed to Manager of the Implementation Team in 2016, then became Senior Manager in 2017, and later served as Director of Implementation from 2019 to 2022. Her tenure at Cvent spans over seven years, during which she developed extensive expertise in technical implementations and client management.
Background in Hospitality and Meeting Planning
Kara Anderson has a strong background in hospitality and meeting planning. She worked at American Express as a Team Leader for the J&J account and held roles as a Meeting Manager and Procurement Specialist for major clients like Intel and Motorola. Her experience includes contract negotiations and procurement, which are essential skills in the meetings industry.
Education and Expertise
Kara Anderson earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication from Northern Arizona University, where she studied from 1990 to 1994. Her educational foundation supports her expertise in client-facing communication, program/project management, and strategic meetings management.
Leadership and Innovation Skills
Kara Anderson specializes in people management, innovation, and driving change within organizations. Her leadership style emphasizes collaboration and strategic thinking, which has been instrumental in her success in implementing complex programs and managing diverse teams in the professional services sector.