Charlene Brown
About Charlene Brown
Charlene Brown is a Senior Content Specialist at Thomson Reuters, where she has worked since 2017. She holds a BA in Psychology, an MBA in Business Technology, and a Doctor of Management in Organizational Leadership with a specialization in Information Systems and Technology.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Charlene Brown has been employed at Thomson Reuters since 2017, serving as a Senior Content Specialist. In this role, she focuses on improving technology adoption and has acted as an Information Technology Champion and Early Adopter. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Senior Content Coordinator from 2010 to 2014 and again from 2014 to 2017. Throughout her tenure, she has transitioned multiple processes from manual to automated systems and utilized value-stream maps to identify and reduce process inefficiencies, ensuring that projects are completed under budget.
Education and Expertise
Charlene Brown holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Iona University, where she studied from 1995 to 1999. She furthered her education at the University of Phoenix, earning an MBA in Business Technology from 2007 to 2009. She is currently pursuing a Doctor of Management in Organizational Leadership with a specialization in Information Systems and Technology, expected to complete in 2024. Her educational background supports her expertise in coding languages, SEO, digital marketing, and e-commerce.
Background
Charlene Brown has extensive experience in the tech industry, particularly in content management and digital strategy. She has worked as a Chief Technology Officer and Creative Director at Bklyn Custom Designs since 2014, where she also serves as a consultant. Her technical skills include proficiency in coding languages such as CSS, PHP, HTML, Ruby on Rails, and Python. She has pioneered the use of WordPress since 2004 and is skilled in platforms like Squarespace, Drupal, and Wix.
Achievements
Charlene Brown has led international teams and managed content across over 60 databases. She has hosted a podcast and livestream focusing on tech and branding strategies, demonstrating her commitment to sharing knowledge in her field. Additionally, she trains international peers on processes for multi-million dollar products and participates as a tester for new content and products in both live and test environments.