Eric Halvorsen
About Eric Halvorsen
Eric Halvorsen is a Senior Director of Loan Sales Operations at Sallie Mae, with extensive experience in financial services and operations management. He holds an MBA in Finance from Anderson University and a Bachelor's degree in Organizational Leadership from Purdue University.
Work at Sallie Mae
Eric Halvorsen has held multiple positions at Sallie Mae since 2004. He started as a Project Coordinator in Projects and Systems Support, serving for three years. He then advanced to Manager of Private Credit Portfolio Management from 2007 to 2011. Following this role, he became Director of Private Credit Post Default Operations and Outsourcing Support, where he worked for nine years until 2021. Currently, he serves as Senior Director of Loan Sales Operations, a position he has held since 2021.
Education and Expertise
Eric Halvorsen studied at Purdue University, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Organizational Leadership from 1995 to 2000. He also completed a program in Human Resources Management during the same period, achieving certification. Later, he attended Anderson University, obtaining a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) in Finance from 2010 to 2012. His educational background supports his expertise in management and finance.
Background
Eric Halvorsen began his career with an internship at Caterpillar Inc. from 1996 to 1997. He then joined United Airlines, where he worked in various roles, including Inventory Control Analyst and Project Controller from 1998 to 2004. His experience at United Airlines spanned several positions within the Aircraft Engineering division, providing him with a strong foundation in operations and project management.
Professional Experience at United Airlines
Eric Halvorsen worked at United Airlines in several capacities from 1998 to 2004. His roles included Technical Document Controller from 1998 to 2000, Project Controller in Aircraft Engineering from 2000 to 2003, and Inventory Control Analyst in the Onboard Services Division from 2003 to 2004. This diverse experience contributed to his skills in project management and operational efficiency.