Elizabeth Sanchez, Pmp
About Elizabeth Sanchez, Pmp
Elizabeth Sanchez is a Program Manager, Data & Analytics at Gemini, with extensive experience in project management, data governance, and international affairs.
Title and Current Role
Elizabeth Sanchez is currently the Program Manager for Data & Analytics at Gemini, a position she has held since 2021. Based in Arlington, Virginia, she oversees key strategic initiatives and manages cross-team collaborations to enhance the firm's data architecture. Her role involves liaising with Risk, Compliance, Legal, and Financial Ops teams to ensure compliance and risk mitigation in product development.
Professional Background
Elizabeth Sanchez has extensive experience in program management and data analytics. Before joining Gemini, she worked at Booz Allen Hamilton in various roles including Associate, Product Operations and Data Governance Lead, and Agile Coach. She also contributed as a Senior Consultant and Scrum Master. Elizabeth's earlier roles include positions at Chemonics International, where she served as Senior Project Management Associate and Global Business Development Associate. Her career also spans research positions at Georgetown University and the University of Pennsylvania, reflecting a strong foundation in international affairs and political science.
Education and Expertise
Elizabeth Sanchez has a solid educational background that complements her professional experience. She holds a Master of Arts in Security Studies from Georgetown University, specializing in International Security. She also earned a Bachelor's Degree in International Relations and Affairs from the University of Pennsylvania. Her formal education is further enriched by practical research roles and internships across various institutions including the University of Minho Law School and The Scottish Parliament.
Notable Projects and Initiatives
Throughout her career, Elizabeth Sanchez has led significant projects that underscore her expertise in program management. At Gemini, she developed a portfolio roadmap and an engineering ticketing structure to improve metrics tracking and task prioritization. She also created a service request portal allowing employees to efficiently manage data access and business intelligence requests. Notably, she was appointed as the Project Manager for a strategic firm-wide initiative aimed at transforming the company's data architecture, a role that included direct reporting to the CEO.
Previous Industry Roles
Elizabeth's previous roles have provided her with a comprehensive understanding of various industry dynamics. At Booz Allen Hamilton, she worked on product operations, data governance, and agile coaching. Her time at Chemonics International involved responsibilities in project management and global business development, focusing on peace, stability, and transition practices. Additionally, she has held research-centric positions at multiple academic institutions, providing a well-rounded experience in both practical and theoretical aspects of international affairs and political science.