Katie Atkins Thornell
About Katie Atkins Thornell
Katie Atkins Thornell is a Business Analyst and Designer with extensive experience in the financial services sector. Currently employed at Nationwide Building Society, she specializes in Change, Process Engineering, and Business Readiness, while also being a qualified Group Fitness Instructor.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Katie Atkins Thornell has been employed at Nationwide Building Society since 2018, serving as a Business Analyst and Designer. In her role, she specializes in Change, Process Engineering, and Business Readiness within the Ways of Working Team. She focuses on supporting the transition to Agile working practices within the Security Transformation team. Her experience in this position spans over six years, contributing to the organization's operational efficiency and effectiveness.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to her current role, Katie Atkins Thornell worked at AXA Wealth in various capacities from 2007 to 2014. She held positions such as Ops Change Consultant, Platform & Training Consultant, and Solution Analyst. Additionally, she worked at NatWest as a Trainer from 1997 to 2005 and at Clerical Medical as a Template Analyst & IT Trainer for one year. This extensive background in training and consultancy has equipped her with a diverse skill set in business analysis and operational change.
Education and Expertise
Katie Atkins Thornell has pursued a range of educational qualifications to enhance her professional skills. She studied at BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, achieving an Advanced Agile Business Analysis certification in 2019 and a Business Architecture advanced module in 2020. She also obtained an ISEB Diploma in Business Analysis from BCS in 2011. Additionally, she has qualifications in fitness instruction, including a Group Exercise Instructor certification and a Teaching Fitsteps qualification.
Fitness Instruction and Coaching
Katie Atkins Thornell is a qualified Group Fitness Instructor with expertise in various disciplines, including Exercise to Music, Step Circuits, Zumba, and Fitsteps. She has a mission to motivate individuals through fitness instruction and is passionate about delivering training and coaching. Her background in fitness complements her analytical skills, allowing her to support individuals in reaching their full potential.
Certifications and Specializations
Katie Atkins Thornell has achieved several certifications that reflect her commitment to professional development. She earned a LEAN Six Sigma Green Belt in 2013 and has completed various fitness-related certifications, including the Zumba Basics Certificate in 2011. Her educational journey also includes a Diploma in Reflexology and a GNVQ in Business, Administration and IT from Marlwood School. These qualifications contribute to her comprehensive understanding of both business analysis and fitness instruction.