Scherezade A. Khan, Csm®
About Scherezade A. Khan, Csm®
Scherezade A. Khan is a Senior Program Manager in IT at Klaviyo, where she leads the IT Strategy team. With a background in business systems analysis and project management, she advocates for the value of a liberal arts education in the tech industry.
Current Role at Klaviyo
Scherezade A. Khan serves as a Senior Program Manager in the IT department at Klaviyo, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she leads the IT Strategy team, focusing on the development and refinement of work management systems. Her responsibilities include driving organizational change and enhancing operational efficiency within the company. Khan's hybrid work model allows her to collaborate effectively with team members in Boston, Massachusetts.
Previous Experience at Klaviyo
Before her current position, Scherezade A. Khan held multiple roles at Klaviyo. She worked as a Business Systems Analyst from 2021 to 2022, where she gained insights into business functions and data analysis. Following that, she served as a Program Manager in IT for ten months in 2022 to 2023. Her progression through these roles highlights her growing expertise in program management and IT strategy.
Background in Diversity and Inclusion
Khan has experience in diversity and inclusion initiatives, having worked on the Diversity & Inclusion Task Force at Wistia from 2020 to 2021. In addition, she held various roles at Wistia, including Sales Operations Analyst and Sales Operations Specialist. These positions contributed to her understanding of operational processes and the importance of inclusive practices within organizations.
Education and Expertise
Scherezade A. Khan studied at Tufts University, where she graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in History. Her educational background emphasizes the value of a liberal arts degree in the technology sector, particularly in developing skills for analyzing and communicating complex information. This foundation supports her current work in IT program management and business analysis.
Professional Philosophy and Engagement
Khan advocates for the integration of liberal arts perspectives in technology roles, emphasizing the importance of effective communication and analysis. She has published an article on Klaviyo's tech blog that explores her personal work management philosophy. Additionally, she engages in discussions related to IT/IS program management, capacity management, and the transition from liberal arts to tech careers.