Ora Watson
About Ora Watson
Ora Watson is a Senior Project Manager at Turnitin with over 15 years of experience in information technology. She has held various roles in organizations such as Kodak Gallery and the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, specializing in strategic planning and program execution.
Work at Turnitin
Ora Watson has been employed at Turnitin as a Senior Project Manager since 2016. In this role, she is responsible for leading projects that enhance the company's online software services. Her experience includes managing remote and cross-functional teams, applying agile principles to improve team velocity and productivity. Watson's tenure at Turnitin has contributed to the successful execution of various strategic initiatives within the organization.
Previous Experience
Prior to her current role, Ora Watson worked at Kodak Gallery as a Technical Operations Manager from 2007 to 2012. She also held positions at the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, serving as a ScrumMaster from 2012 to 2015 and as a Project Manager from 2015 to 2016. Earlier in her career, she worked as a QA Manager at Voxify from 2004 to 2005. This diverse background has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of project management and operations across various industries.
Education and Expertise
Ora Watson holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville. She further advanced her education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Marketing and Information Systems from UCLA Anderson School of Management. Her educational background supports her expertise in information technology, strategic planning, and program execution.
Professional Skills
With over 15 years of experience in information technology, Ora Watson specializes in strategic planning and program execution for online software services, financial, and insurance sectors. She is skilled in healthcare EDI and infrastructure technologies, which enhances her ability to manage complex information systems. Watson is adept at fostering a collaborative work environment, coordinating stakeholders, and mitigating risks to ensure project goals are met.