Rebecca Houck
About Rebecca Houck
Rebecca Houck is the Director of Business Operations at Expedia Group, with extensive experience in strategic, financial, and corporate planning.
Director Of Business Operations At Expedia Group
Rebecca Houck currently holds the position of Director of Business Operations at Expedia Group. She started this role in 2016 and is based in the Greater Seattle Area. In this capacity, she is responsible for overseeing the planning and rhythm of business processes for the global product and technology organization within Brand Expedia. Her role requires close collaboration with Finance, Recruiting/HR, Procurement, and Strategy. Houck engages with leaders across a global footprint to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
Work Experience at Coppei Partners
Prior to joining Expedia Group, Rebecca Houck worked as a Senior Consultant at Coppei Partners from 2015 to 2016. She was based in the Greater Seattle Area during this tenure. In her role, she provided strategic consulting services, leveraging her extensive experience in strategic, financial, and corporate planning. Her consultancy efforts were focused on helping businesses streamline their operations and enhance their strategic initiatives.
Career at Premera Blue Cross
Rebecca Houck had a significant career at Premera Blue Cross, where she held multiple leadership roles over a span of 16 years. She began as a Finance Manager, Shared Service Financial Planning and Analysis from 1999 to 2005. She then moved on to become the Lead Consultant, Strategic Development & Corporate Planning from 2005 to 2010. Subsequently, she served as Director, Project Management Office & Shared Services in Information Technology from 2010 to 2013, and finally as Director, Total Rewards & HR Technology from 2013 to 2015. Each role demonstrated her ability to drive strategic initiatives and implement effective corporate planning and financial management strategies.
Educational Background
Rebecca Houck has an impressive educational background. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Business/Managerial Economics from the University of California, Los Angeles. She further advanced her education by achieving a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Washington - Michael G. Foster School of Business. Her academic credentials have provided her with a solid foundation in business management and economics, contributing to her successful career.
Key Responsibilities and Skills
In her current role at Expedia Group, Rebecca Houck is known for creating an open, supportive environment that promotes innovation. Her responsibilities involve significant partnership with various departments such as Finance, Recruiting/HR, Procurement, and Strategy. She is skilled at balancing strategy and implementation, with extensive experience in strategic, financial, and corporate planning. Houck's ability to engage leadership across a global footprint underscores her competency in driving global business operations.