Amanda Brown
About Amanda Brown
Amanda Brown serves as the Chief of Staff to the CEO and Head of Program Management at Vouch Insurance, where she has worked since 2022. She has extensive experience in program management, having held various roles at companies such as NerdWallet, LinkedIn, and Nickelodeon.
Current Role at Vouch Insurance
Amanda Brown serves as the Chief of Staff to the CEO and Head of Program Management at Vouch Insurance. She has been in this position since 2022, contributing to the company's strategic direction and operational efficiency. In her role, she has developed a remote-first culture that supports high productivity among teams. Amanda is skilled in implementing go-to-market strategies and tooling within program management, ensuring that the organization meets its objectives effectively.
Previous Experience at NerdWallet
Amanda Brown has extensive experience at NerdWallet, where she worked in various capacities from 2017 to 2021. She initially served as a Senior Technical Program Manager for two years, focusing on program management initiatives. Following this role, she became the Manager of the Program Management Team for an additional two years, where she honed her skills in hiring and developing program managers to create an effective Project Management Office (PMO) tailored to the company's needs.
Background in Program Management
Amanda Brown has a diverse background in program management, having held several key positions in different organizations. She worked at LinkedIn as a Learning Program Manager and later as a Project Manager in the Program Management Office from 2015 to 2017. Her experience also includes roles at Nickelodeon, where she served as a Research Coordinator and Post Production Coordinator for the show Dora the Explorer. This varied experience has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of program management across different industries.
Education and Academic Background
Amanda Brown earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications and Hispanic Studies from the University of Pennsylvania, where she studied from 2006 to 2010. Her academic background has provided her with a strong foundation in communication skills, which she has applied throughout her career in program management and operations.
Early Career and Internships
Amanda Brown began her career with several internships that laid the groundwork for her future roles. She worked as a Research Intern at Comcast Corporation in 2009 and at Marketing Audit, Inc. from 2008 to 2010. Additionally, she gained experience at Nickelodeon as a Research Coordinator/Executive Assistant and later as a Post Production Coordinator. These early roles contributed to her understanding of project management and operational processes.