Karin Emery, Pmp, Csm, Cspo
About Karin Emery, Pmp, Csm, Cspo
Karin Emery is a Lead Project Manager with extensive experience in project, program, and portfolio management, successfully overseeing $150 million in strategic initiatives. She has a strong background in regulatory compliance and team building, having held various roles at organizations such as Transamerica and CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield.
Work at Transamerica
Karin Emery currently serves as the Lead Project Manager at Transamerica, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on managing strategic initiatives that align with the organization’s enterprise goals. Her experience includes previously working as a Program Management Consultant at Transamerica from 2019 to 2021. During her tenure, she has contributed to the successful delivery of projects and programs, ensuring that they meet regulatory compliance and organizational standards.
Education and Expertise
Karin Emery earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business/eBusiness from the University of Phoenix. Her educational background supports her expertise in project management, as evidenced by her certifications as a Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Scrum Master (CSM), and Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO). These qualifications enhance her ability to lead teams and manage complex projects effectively.
Background
Karin Emery has a diverse professional background with extensive experience in project and program management. She worked at CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield for several years in various roles, including Manager of Regulatory Mandates Strategy, Delivery and Oversight, and Manager of the Business Analysis Center of Excellence. Her career also includes a position as Program Manager in the Enterprise Portfolio and Program Management Office at CareFirst from 2015 to 2019.
Achievements
Karin Emery has achieved significant milestones in her career, including delivering 100% regulatory compliant solutions for federal, state, and local legislation, particularly during the implementation of the Affordable Care Act. She is recognized for her ability to build high-performance teams and has successfully reduced the time to complete and defects in requirements by establishing a Business Analysis Center of Excellence. This initiative provided standardized processes, automated tools, and training for over 300 Business Analysts across divisions.
Professional Recognition
Karin Emery is acknowledged as a keynote speaker and presenter, sharing her insights on strategic leadership and planning. Her contributions to the field of project management and her expertise in regulatory compliance have positioned her as a respected figure in her industry.