Nikki Baker
About Nikki Baker
Nikki Baker serves as the Vice President of Global Technology, Transformation Delivery Enablement at FLEETCOR, where she leverages over twenty years of IT delivery leadership experience. Her career includes significant roles at companies such as InterContinental Hotels Group, Accenture, and Marriott International, focusing on strategic initiatives and cross-functional collaboration.
Current Role at FLEETCOR
Nikki Baker serves as Vice President of Global Technology, Transformation Delivery Enablement at FLEETCOR. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to the company's strategic initiatives in technology and transformation. In this role, she focuses on program and project delivery, ensuring that solutions are high quality, cost-effective, and sustainable. Her responsibilities include fostering cross-functional partnerships and collaborating with IT and business leadership teams to manage the IT portfolio effectively.
Previous Experience in Global Technology Management
Before joining FLEETCOR, Nikki Baker held several key positions in global technology management. She worked at InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®) as Director of Delivery Enablement from 2018 to 2019 and as Program Manager from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, she served as Vice President of Technology Portfolio Management at Marriott International from 2019 to 2021 and as Director of IT Capabilities at PepsiCo from 2007 to 2008. Her extensive experience spans over two decades in IT delivery leadership.
Consulting and Project Management Background
Nikki Baker has a solid background in consulting and project management. She worked as a Consulting Manager at Cognizant Technology Solutions from 2014 to 2016 and as a PMO Team Lead at Accenture from 2000 to 2005. Additionally, she operated as an Independent Consultant/Contractor specializing in Program Management from 2009 to 2014. This diverse experience has equipped her with the skills necessary to implement strategic initiatives and manage complex projects effectively.
Educational Qualifications
Nikki Baker holds two Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degrees from Savannah State University. She studied Accounting for 11 months and Computer Information Systems from 1991 to 1996. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her career in technology and business management, enabling her to develop and implement effective strategies in her various roles.
Leadership and Team Development Skills
Nikki Baker has over twenty years of expertise in IT delivery leadership, focusing on developing talent and empowering individuals within her teams. She emphasizes the importance of managing diverse teams to drive engagement and high performance. Her leadership style fosters collaboration across global, multi-functional teams, which is essential for achieving business objectives and optimizing technology transformation initiatives.