Johanna Tholen, Pmp
About Johanna Tholen, Pmp
Johanna Tholen is a Lead Program Manager with over 18 years of experience in program management, focusing on government sector contracts and client relationships. She holds degrees in International Studies and Spanish & International Business, and has worked in various roles across the insurance and educational assessment industries.
Current Role at ClassWallet
Johanna Tholen serves as the Lead Program Manager at ClassWallet, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she focuses on managing government sector contracts and engaging with stakeholders. Her responsibilities include ensuring that customer and organizational objectives are met through effective program management methodologies.
Professional Experience
Johanna Tholen has over 18 years of experience in program management. Prior to her current role at ClassWallet, she worked at ACT as a Senior Program Manager from 2018 to 2021 and as a Lead Program Manager from 2022 to 2023. She also held positions at Pearson as a Senior Project Manager from 2014 to 2018 and at AW Welt Ambrisco Insurance in various roles from 2008 to 2014. Her diverse background includes experience in the insurance industry, educational assessment contracts, and agriculture.
Education and Qualifications
Johanna Tholen studied at Kirkwood Community College, where she earned an Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS) in Pre-Business. She also attended the University of Iowa, obtaining a degree in International Studies with an International Business Certificate from 2001 to 2003. Additionally, she studied Spanish and International Business at Universidad de Sevilla, enhancing her language skills through a study-abroad experience.
Skills and Methodologies
Johanna Tholen utilizes methodologies from the Project Management Institute (PMI) to integrate customer and organizational objectives effectively. Her approach emphasizes fostering valuable client relationships and managing large-scale complex contracts. She speaks Spanish at an intermediate level, which supports her work in diverse environments.
Personal Background
Johanna Tholen resides in a rural setting in Cedar County, Iowa. She is actively involved in a family farm operation, which reflects her connection to the agricultural sector. Her personal and professional experiences contribute to her comprehensive understanding of various industries.