Kristen Stafford, Pmp
About Kristen Stafford, Pmp
Kristen Stafford is an Agile Project Manager at MassMutual, specializing in strategy and execution within procurement, with extensive experience in project management across various industries.
Current Role at MassMutual
Kristen Stafford currently holds the position of Agile Project Manager, Strategy and Execution - Procurement at MassMutual. She is responsible for overseeing agile projects within the company's procurement strategy to enhance operational efficiency. In her role, Kristen applies her extensive knowledge of agile methodologies to deliver high-impact strategies that align with MassMutual's business objectives.
Previous Experience at MassMutual
Prior to her current role, Kristen served as Project Manager - Data Science at MassMutual from 2020 to 2021. During this time, she played a critical role in managing data science projects, leveraging her project management skills to drive data-driven initiatives. Her work focused on optimizing data processes and facilitating seamless project executions within the data science department.
Project Management at Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Kristen worked at Houghton Mifflin Harcourt as a Project Manager in two different capacities. From 2016 to 2019, she managed product information projects, ensuring product data accuracy and consistency. From 2019 to 2020, she transitioned to the role of Project Manager, Operational Excellence, where she was tasked with improving operational processes to enhance productivity and efficiency in Boston, Massachusetts.
Early Career at Achievement Network (ANet)
At Achievement Network (ANet), Kristen held various roles, starting as a School Support Associate from 2013 to 2014. She then advanced to Network Performance Analyst from 2014 to 2015, and later to Senior Analyst for Analysis and Reporting from 2015 to 2016. In these roles, she focused on performance analysis, reporting, and supporting schools with data-driven insights within the Greater Boston Area.
Educational Background and Certification
Kristen Stafford earned her Bachelor's Degree in Art History and Public History from Suffolk University, where she studied from 2009 to 2013. Additionally, she is a Certified Project Management Professional (PMP), demonstrating her expertise in applying the PMI framework to support strategic initiatives in various industries.