Kim Starnes
About Kim Starnes
Kim Starnes is a Senior Manager at Protiviti, specializing in EAS Implementation Services, with extensive experience in IT Governance and system implementations.
Title and Current Position
Kim Starnes is the Senior Manager of EAS Implementation Services at Protiviti, a role held since 2020 in the Houston, Texas area. As a Senior Manager, Kim oversees enterprise application implementation projects, ensuring their successful deployment and integration within client organizations.
Professional Experience at Protiviti
Kim Starnes has been with Protiviti since 2012, demonstrating a clear progression through the company. Starting as a Consultant in Technology Consulting (2012-2014), Kim advanced to Senior Consultant (2014-2017), Manager of Enterprise Application Services (2017-2019), and finally to the current role of Senior Manager of EAS Implementation Services in 2020. This extensive tenure at Protiviti underscores a strong commitment and expertise within the Technology Consulting practice.
Past Experience
Before the current role as Senior Manager, Kim accumulated experience as an Intern in Data Assurance at PwC in Dallas, TX, in 2011. This provided an initial foundation in data management and assurance, which was a precursor to the subsequent roles at Protiviti.
Education in Management Information Systems
Kim earned a degree in Management Information Systems from Texas A&M University, having studied there from 2008 to 2012. This academic background provided a solid framework in information systems management, which has been instrumental in Kim's career in technology consulting and enterprise application services.
Specializations and Sector Expertise
Kim Starnes specializes in project management and change management for system implementations, particularly involving Oracle, JD Edwards, and Infor. Additionally, Kim has significant experience in IT governance, particularly within the Financial Services and Energy & Utilities sectors. This expertise allows for effective management and oversight of complex IT projects, ensuring alignment with corporate governance standards.