Tara Michelle Winder, Ba, Ms, Ssm Pahm
About Tara Michelle Winder, Ba, Ms, Ssm Pahm
Tara Michelle Winder is a Project Manager at Insight Global, with extensive experience in project management and a background in music. She has previously held various roles at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and has a Master's degree from Columbia University.
Work at Insight Global
Tara Michelle Winder has been serving as a Project Manager at Insight Global since 2020. In this role, she has leveraged her extensive experience in project management to oversee various initiatives. Her focus includes managing remote projects effectively, particularly in collaboration with the State of Louisiana's Office of Technology Services. Winder's tenure at Insight Global highlights her commitment to delivering results in a dynamic work environment.
Previous Experience at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Prior to her current position, Tara Winder worked at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana from 2013 to 2020. During this time, she held multiple roles, including Corporate Project Analyst, Project Manager, Special Project Manager, and Program Project Manager. Her responsibilities encompassed managing projects that contributed to the organization's operational efficiency. Winder's experience in this organization solidified her expertise in project management within the healthcare sector.
Education and Expertise
Tara Winder holds a Master's Degree in Longform Journalism (Broadcast) from Columbia University, which she completed from 1994 to 1995. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Journalism from Howard University between 1990 and 1994. Her educational background equips her with strong communication skills, which are essential in her project management roles. Additionally, she is proficient in IT Service Management (ITSM) tools, including Agile methodologies and ServiceNow.
Background in Music and Community Involvement
Tara Winder has a diverse background in music, having read music for over 30 years and being able to sing across a range from Contralto to First Soprano. She has been involved in music education as a voice coach since 2010 and actively writes and performs music in Texas, Louisiana, and beyond. Winder also participates in church activities nationwide, focusing on integrating Black Catholic heritage into worship experiences, showcasing her commitment to community engagement.
Career Development and Additional Roles
Throughout her career, Tara Winder has held various positions that contributed to her professional development. She worked as a Legal Advocate at Capital Area Family Violence Intervention Center, Inc. for eight months in 2008-2009 and as an IT Account Administrator at Strategic Staffing Solutions from 2010 to 2011. Additionally, she worked at URS Corporation as Project Administration from 1998 to 2006. These roles have provided her with a broad perspective on project management and advocacy.