Laura Krebs
About Laura Krebs
Laura Krebs is an Account Manager at NWEA, where she has worked since 2011. She engages with high-level client partners, conducts needs assessments, and delivers training sessions to support the effective use of NWEA assessment products.
Work at NWEA
Laura Krebs has served as an Account Manager at NWEA since 2011, accumulating over 13 years of experience in this role. Based in the Portland, Oregon Area, she acts as the first point of contact for high-level client partners, including Superintendents and District Assessment Coordinators. In her capacity, she presents at user meetings to promote NWEA products and build capacity among partners. Additionally, she conducts needs assessments and license analysis to facilitate client partner renewals, ensuring that districts utilize NWEA assessment products effectively.
Previous Experience
Before joining NWEA, Laura Krebs worked at RMC Research Corporation as a Research Assistant from 2003 to 2011. During her eight years at RMC, she gained valuable experience that contributed to her skills in client management and assessment product support. This background provided her with a strong foundation for her current role at NWEA, where she continues to support educational partners.
Education and Expertise
Laura Krebs earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Education from the University of California, Santa Cruz, where she studied from 1995 to 1999. Her educational background equips her with a solid understanding of both psychological principles and educational practices, which she applies in her role as an Account Manager. This expertise is essential for conducting needs assessments and delivering effective training sessions to partner districts.
Training and Development
In her role at NWEA, Laura Krebs delivers training sessions via Webinar to enhance partner development. These sessions are designed to support districts in effectively utilizing NWEA assessment products. By providing training and resources, she helps partner districts improve their assessment practices and outcomes.