Kim Vivian Downs
About Kim Vivian Downs
Kim Vivian Downs is the founder of KEV Group, a company dedicated to improving the management of school activity funds. With over 28 years of experience in the education sector, she has collaborated with more than 200 school districts to enhance financial transparency and security.
Work at KEV Group
Kim Vivian Downs serves as the Founder of KEV Group, a position she has held since its inception in 1996. Under her leadership, KEV Group has developed specialized products aimed at the K-12 school market, focusing on secure management of school activity funds. The company collaborates with over 200 school districts to address challenges related to managing and reconciling school cash. Downs plays an active role in the sales and marketing team, ensuring the transparency and security of school funds through innovative tracking of student obligations.
Education and Expertise
Kim Vivian Downs studied at the University of Waterloo from 1987 to 1991, where she gained foundational knowledge that supports her career in education technology. With more than 18 years of experience in the education sector, she has developed industry-leading solutions for school-level accounting and online payment processing. Her expertise has positively impacted over 8,000 schools on a daily basis, enhancing audit reports and district transaction visibility.
Background
Before founding KEV Group, Kim Vivian Downs worked at the Waterloo Region District School Board from 1980 to 1998, where she held various roles. Her experience as a high school office administrator provided her with insights into the operational challenges faced by educational institutions. This background laid the groundwork for her later initiatives in developing solutions that address the financial management needs of schools.
Achievements
As a co-founder of KEV Group alongside Evelyn Eagle, Kim Vivian Downs has significantly contributed to the advancement of financial management in the education sector. The company's focus on secure and efficient management of school funds has led to collaborations with numerous school districts, enhancing their ability to manage cash flow effectively. The solutions developed under her guidance are tailored to meet the specific needs of the K-12 market, ensuring that schools can maintain transparency and accountability in their financial operations.