Katie Rader, Csm, Ssm
About Katie Rader, Csm, Ssm
Katie Rader serves as the Manager of Strategy & Execution at Highmark Inc., where she has worked since 2019. With extensive experience in student financial services at Argosy University and a background in agile practices, she leads a team of Scrum Masters and Agile Coaches to enhance operational efficiency.
Work at Highmark Inc.
Katie Rader has been employed at Highmark Inc. since 2019, currently holding the position of Manager: Strategy & Execution. In this role, she plays a significant part in developing and launching the Standard Operating Model (SOM) within the organization. She focuses on building new capabilities centered on consistent communication and performance metrics. Additionally, she leads a team of over 12 Scrum Masters and Agile Coaches, promoting agile practices across the company.
Previous Experience at Argosy University
Katie Rader has extensive experience at Argosy University, where she held various positions from 2006 to 2018. She served as the Assistant Director of Student Financial Services, Financial Aid Officer, Director of Student Financial Services, Associate Director of Student Financial Services, Sr. Director of Operations, Regional Vice President of Student Financial Services, and Vice President of Student Financial Services Operations. Her roles involved overseeing financial services operations and managing student financial aid processes.
Education and Expertise
Katie Rader studied at California University of Pennsylvania, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business/Finance from 2002 to 2004. Her educational background supports her expertise in financial services and operational management, which she has applied throughout her career in various leadership roles.
Background in Hospitality Management
Before her extensive career in educational financial services, Katie Rader worked at Eat'n Park Hospitality Group as a Store Manager from 2004 to 2006. This role contributed to her management skills and understanding of operational efficiency, which she later applied in her positions within higher education and corporate environments.