Catherine Ceresa
About Catherine Ceresa
Catherine Ceresa is a Senior Manager of Supply Chain Sustainability at onsemi, with a diverse background in sustainability and international trade. She has held various roles in organizations such as Amazon, Microsoft, and the World Trade Center Denver, and has studied at multiple institutions including Duke University and the University of Denver.
Current Role at Onsemi
Catherine Ceresa serves as the Senior Manager of Supply Chain Sustainability at onsemi, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she focuses on enhancing sustainability practices within the supply chain, contributing to the company's commitment to environmental responsibility. Her expertise in supply chain management and sustainability positions her to lead initiatives that align with onsemi's strategic goals.
Previous Experience at Amazon
Prior to her current role, Catherine worked at Amazon as the Senior Sustainability & Risk Manager in Supply Chain Transparency from 2015 to 2019. During her tenure, she was responsible for developing and implementing sustainability strategies that addressed risks within the supply chain. This role involved collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure compliance and transparency in supply chain operations.
Education and Expertise
Catherine holds multiple degrees that enhance her expertise in international trade and sustainability. She studied Diplomacy & Trade at the University of Denver's Josef Korbel School of International Studies, focusing on Global Finance, Trade & Economic Integration. Additionally, she earned an International MBA from the University of Denver's Daniels College of Business, specializing in International Trade Negotiations and Values Based Leadership. Her academic background supports her professional roles in supply chain sustainability.
Career Progression and Roles
Catherine's career includes various roles in supply chain management and sustainability across notable organizations. She served as the Director of Business Development at World Trade Center Denver from 2020 to 2021 and worked at Microsoft as a Business Manager in Supply Chain Sustainability from 2022 to 2023. Her experience also includes positions at Source Intelligence and the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade, where she contributed to trade missions and export research.
Volunteer Experience with Peace Corps
Catherine's commitment to community service is evident from her time with the Peace Corps, where she worked as an Educational Community Collaborative Outreach volunteer from 2008 to 2010 in Chumpon, Thailand. This experience provided her with valuable insights into community engagement and development, further enriching her professional perspective in sustainability and international relations.