Krista M. Gnau, Pmp
About Krista M. Gnau, Pmp
Krista M. Gnau is the Director of the Lipper Project Management Office at Thomson Reuters, where she has worked for over 13 years. She specializes in PMO management, budget planning, and agile development processes, and has over 15 years of experience in project and portfolio management within the IT and financial services sectors.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Krista M. Gnau serves as the Director of the Lipper Project Management Office at Thomson Reuters, a position she has held since 2011. In this role, she focuses on managing projects within the financial data services sector. Her responsibilities include overseeing project timelines, budgets, and scopes to ensure successful delivery. With over a decade of experience at Thomson Reuters, she has contributed to the company's initiatives in investment and wealth management markets.
Current Role at LSEG
In addition to her role at Thomson Reuters, Krista M. Gnau has been working as a Senior Program Manager at LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) since 2021. Based in Greater St. Louis, she has been involved in program management, focusing on delivering products tailored to the financial services industry. Her work emphasizes collaboration and innovation, aligning with her motivation to identify synergies and process improvements.
Education and Expertise
Krista M. Gnau holds a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, which underscores her expertise in project management methodologies. Her knowledge spans various areas, including PMO management, budget planning, and agile development processes. She is skilled in UI design, customer support, QA management, and relationship management, which supports her comprehensive approach to project delivery.
Background in Project Management
With over 15 years of experience in global PMO, program, project, and portfolio management, Krista M. Gnau has a robust background in the IT and financial services sectors. She is practiced in contract negotiation, vendor management, and dispute resolution. Her extensive knowledge of product and project life cycles, along with system design and implementation, enhances her effectiveness in managing complex projects.
Skills in Collaboration and Facilitation
Krista M. Gnau is experienced in mediation, facilitation, and collaboration, which are essential skills for navigating complex corporate environments. Her abilities in technical needs analysis, team building, change management, risk analysis, and strategic planning contribute to her success in leading high-performing teams that deliver projects on time and within budget.