Kimberley Carr
About Kimberley Carr
Kimberley Carr is a Senior Product Manager with over 15 years of experience in various industries. She has received multiple awards for her contributions, including the IBM Rising Star of the Year in 2012 and the Axios A Star Award in 2005.
Current Role at Thought Machine
Kimberley Carr currently serves as a Senior Product Manager at Thought Machine, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for managing product development and strategy, leveraging her extensive experience in the financial technology sector. Prior to this position, she worked in various roles at Thought Machine, including Lead Business Analyst Manager and Global Business Lead, contributing to the company's growth and product offerings.
Previous Experience at Nationwide Building Society
Kimberley Carr worked at Nationwide Building Society for several years, holding multiple roles. She served as a Lead Business Analyst from 2016 to 2019, where she led projects that improved business processes. Prior to this, she was a Senior Business Analyst on a contract basis from 2014 to 2016. During her tenure, she represented Nationwide in Open Banking industry working groups in 2017, showcasing her expertise in the evolving financial landscape.
Education and Qualifications
Kimberley Carr studied at the University of Southampton, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Technology and Organisations from 2005 to 2008. Her academic background laid the foundation for her career in technology and business analysis, equipping her with the necessary skills to excel in her professional roles.
Awards and Recognitions
Throughout her career, Kimberley Carr has received several awards and nominations that highlight her contributions to the field. She was awarded the IBM Rising Star of the Year in May 2012 and won the Axios A Star Award for A Level ICT in December 2005. Additionally, she was a finalist for the Everywoman Rising Star Award in March 2012 and was nominated for IBM’s Express to Executive Scheme in September 2011.
Professional Experience and Leadership
With over 15 years of experience, Kimberley Carr has worked in various national and global organizations across different industries. She has led teams both locally and globally, focusing on delivering products and propositions that provide value to businesses. Her leadership roles have included positions at Thought Machine and Nationwide Building Society, where she has consistently driven project success.