Colleen A.
About Colleen A.
Colleen A. is a Senior Manager of Global Travel & Corporate Card at Russell Investments, with over 20 years of experience in leadership roles focused on customer service and fundraising. She has a background in event planning and contract negotiations, having previously held positions at organizations such as the GBTA and Make-A-Wish Foundation.
Current Role at Russell Investments
Colleen A. serves as the Senior Manager Global Travel & Corporate Card at Russell Investments. She has held this position since 2021, contributing her expertise in travel management within the United States. In this role, she focuses on optimizing corporate travel strategies and managing corporate card programs.
Previous Experience in Travel Management
Prior to her current role, Colleen A. worked at AVID Center as the Director of Corporate Travel & Meeting Services from 2006 to 2019. Her responsibilities included overseeing corporate travel operations and meeting planning. She also served as President of the San Diego Business Travel Association from 2014 to 2018, where she led initiatives to enhance business travel practices in the region.
Education and Certifications
Colleen A. has a diverse educational background. She studied Business Administration, Management, and Operations at San Diego State University, where she achieved a Government Contract Management certification. She also attended Grossmont College, focusing on Accounting. Additionally, she has obtained various certifications in Meeting and Event Planning from GBTA and Cvent, including the Event Professional Certification and the Certificate in Corporate Meetings Program & Design.
Leadership and Fundraising Experience
With over 20 years of experience in leadership roles, Colleen A. has a strong focus on customer service and fundraising. She served as the Director of Program Services at the Make-A-Wish Foundation of San Diego from 1992 to 2004, where she contributed to program development and fundraising efforts. Her leadership experience extends to implementing process improvements and cost-saving measures in travel and expense management.
Professional Development and Ongoing Education
Colleen A. has been actively pursuing professional development since 2011 through GBTA Certification programs. Her commitment to continuous learning in the travel and event planning sectors reflects her dedication to staying current with industry trends and best practices.