Sonya Starr
About Sonya Starr
Sonya Starr is a Senior Director of Transformation PMO at Hitachi Vantara, where she has worked since 2019. She holds a Bachelor of Science from Georgia State University and an MBA from Mercer University, with extensive experience in program management and information systems across various companies.
Work at Hitachi Vantara
Sonya Starr has been serving as the Senior Director of Transformation PMO at Hitachi Vantara since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing transformation initiatives and ensuring effective project management within the organization. Her tenure at Hitachi Vantara spans five years, during which she has contributed to the company's strategic goals and operational efficiency in California, United States.
Previous Experience in Information Systems
Before joining Hitachi Vantara, Sonya Starr held the position of Director of Information Systems and IT Management Office at Whitewave Foods from 2015 to 2017. During her two years in this role, she managed IT projects and systems, contributing to the overall effectiveness of the company's information technology operations in Broomfield, Colorado.
Career at Dish Network
Sonya Starr began her career at Dish Network, where she worked as a Program Manager II in Systems Engineering from 2001 to 2008. Over her seven-year tenure, she was involved in various program management activities, focusing on systems engineering processes and project execution in Englewood, Colorado.
Educational Background
Sonya Starr holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Georgia State University. Additionally, she earned a Master of Business Administration from Mercer University, where she studied Management. Her educational qualifications provide a strong foundation for her roles in project management and organizational transformation.
Experience in Program Management
Sonya Starr has extensive experience in program management, having worked as a Senior Manager in the Program Management Office at DigitalGlobe from 2008 to 2015. In this role, she led program management efforts for various projects in Westminster, Colorado. She also served as Director of Organizational Change Management and Integration at Danone from 2017 to 2019 in Paris, France, where she focused on managing organizational changes during integration processes.