Tamika Carr Barrera
About Tamika Carr Barrera
Tamika Carr Barrera serves as the Senior Vice President of Enterprise Project Management at Exeter Finance, a position she has held since 2016. With a strong background in project management and software development, she has over 20 years of experience in the finance industry.
Work at Exeter Finance
Tamika Carr Barrera has served as Senior Vice President of Enterprise Project Management at Exeter Finance since 2016. In this role, she oversees project management initiatives that align with the company's strategic goals. Her responsibilities include managing project portfolios and ensuring the successful execution of enterprise-level projects. Barrera's leadership in this position has contributed to the efficiency and effectiveness of project delivery within the organization.
Previous Experience at Santander Consumer USA Inc.
Before joining Exeter Finance, Tamika Carr Barrera worked at Santander Consumer USA Inc. for 12 years, from 2004 to 2016. She held the position of Senior Vice President of Product Management and Enterprise Program Management. In this capacity, she was responsible for overseeing product development and managing enterprise-level programs, contributing to the company's growth and operational success.
Education and Expertise
Tamika Carr Barrera holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Information Technology from Texas Christian University, where she studied from 1997 to 1999. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting from Southwestern University, completing her studies from 1990 to 1994. Barrera possesses strong skills in Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and portfolio management, which enhance her project management capabilities. Additionally, she holds a PMI certification, demonstrating her proficiency in project management practices.
Career at Capital One
Tamika Carr Barrera began her career at Capital One, where she worked as a Resource Utilization Specialist from 1999 to 2004. In this role, she focused on optimizing resource allocation and improving operational efficiency within the organization. Her experience at Capital One laid the foundation for her subsequent roles in project and program management.
Recognition in the Industry
In 2021, Tamika Carr Barrera was named to the 'Women in Auto Finance' list, recognizing her contributions and leadership within the auto finance sector. This acknowledgment highlights her influence and commitment to advancing the role of women in the industry.