Kristen Sanderson
About Kristen Sanderson
Kristen Sanderson is a Program Manager at The Standard with over 15 years of experience in strategic planning and technology. She has held various roles in business analysis and systems management across multiple companies, including Standard Insurance Company and Columbia Sportswear Company.
Current Role at The Standard
Kristen Sanderson has been serving as a Program Manager - SRO at The Standard since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing program initiatives and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Her position involves strategic planning and execution, drawing on her extensive experience in business and technology. She continues to work in the Portland, Oregon area.
Previous Experience at Standard Insurance Company
Before her current role, Kristen Sanderson worked at Standard Insurance Company from 2001 to 2011. During her tenure, she held positions as a Business Process Analyst and Systems Analyst IV. Her work focused on analyzing and improving business processes, contributing to the company's operational efficiency in the Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area.
Experience at Columbia Sportswear Company
Kristen Sanderson held multiple roles at Columbia Sportswear Company from 2011 to 2021. She began as a Business Systems Analyst and later progressed to Manager of Business Analysis Product, and then to Sr. Manager of Product Technology and Digital Innovation. Her responsibilities included managing business analysis functions and leading product technology initiatives, all while based in the Portland, Oregon area.
Education and Professional Development
Kristen Sanderson has pursued various educational opportunities to enhance her skills. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in International Business and Japanese from Linfield University from 1992 to 1995. Additionally, she obtained a Certificate in Project Management from Portland State University in 2002. She furthered her education with a Certificate in Strategic Thinking from Columbia Business School Executive Education in 2019 and a Certificate in Management Essentials from ExecOnline in 2020.
Mentorship and Advocacy in Information Technology
Kristen Sanderson actively mentors women aspiring to build careers in Information Technology. She advocates for leadership principles such as 'Fail Fast & Move On' and 'Progress Not Perfection.' Her commitment to developing high-performing teams and fostering effective cross-functional collaboration reflects her dedication to empowering others in the field.