Sandra La Mar, Pmp
About Sandra La Mar, Pmp
Sandra La Mar is the Director of Program Management at Kennametal, where she has worked since 2018 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She has extensive experience in project management, having held various managerial roles at Westinghouse Electric Company prior to her current position.
Work at Kennametal
Sandra La Mar has served as the Director of Program Management at Kennametal since 2018. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing various program management initiatives within the company. Her tenure at Kennametal has spanned six years, during which she has contributed to the strategic direction and operational efficiency of the organization. The company is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where she continues to lead program management efforts.
Previous Experience at Westinghouse Electric Company
Prior to her role at Kennametal, Sandra La Mar held several positions at Westinghouse Electric Company. She worked as the Director of Global Project Excellence Operations and Support from 2015 to 2018, and as the Director of Project Excellence and Engineering Support from 2014 to 2015. Additionally, she served as the Manager of Requirements and Systems Management from 2013 to 2014, and as the Manager of the Enterprise Program Management Office from 2012 to 2013. Her experience at Westinghouse spanned multiple roles and responsibilities, contributing to her expertise in program management.
Educational Background
Sandra La Mar holds multiple advanced degrees. She earned a Master's degree from The George Washington University in 2001. Prior to that, she completed another Master's degree at Point Park University, where she studied from 1988 to 1994. Additionally, she obtained a Bachelor of Science degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, graduating in 1985. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her career in program management.
Career at Opelin
Before her extensive tenure at Westinghouse Electric Company, Sandra La Mar worked at Opelin as a Business Relations Manager from 2001 to 2009. During her eight years at Opelin, she focused on managing business relationships and fostering partnerships that contributed to the company's objectives. This role helped her develop skills that would be beneficial in her future positions in program management.
Professional Qualifications
Sandra La Mar is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP). This certification reflects her expertise and commitment to the field of project management. Her professional qualifications, combined with her extensive experience in program management and leadership roles, position her as a knowledgeable leader in her industry.