Keith Kempke
About Keith Kempke
Keith Kempke is a Senior Governance, Risk & Compliance Analyst at Kong Inc., where he has worked since 2021. He has a diverse professional background, including roles at CoServe Global Solutions, Great Plains Health, IBM Global Services, and the US Navy.
Work at Kong
Keith Kempke has been employed at Kong Inc. as a Senior Governance, Risk & Compliance Analyst since 2021. His role involves overseeing compliance and governance frameworks to ensure the organization adheres to regulatory standards. He works from North Platte, Nebraska, contributing to the company's risk management strategies and compliance initiatives.
Previous Experience in Project Management
Before joining Kong, Keith worked as a PMO Project Management Consultant at CoServe Global Solutions from 2016 to 2017. In this remote role, he focused on project management processes and methodologies to enhance project delivery. His experience also includes serving as an Information Technology Program Manager at Great Plains Health from 2014 to 2016.
Military Background
Keith served in the US Navy from 1988 to 1992, specifically on the USS Camden AOE 2. His military experience included work at the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility. He continued his service in the Navy with NMCB - 17 from 1996 to 2002, based in the Cheyenne, Wyoming area.
Education and Expertise
Keith holds a Master of Arts (M.A.) in History from Colorado State University, which he completed from 1996 to 1998. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Social Studies Teacher Education from the University of Nebraska at Kearney between 1992 and 1996. His educational background supports his expertise in governance, risk, and compliance.
Professional Skills and Methodologies
Keith utilizes various methodologies in his professional practice, including CMMI/SEI Maturity Models, ITIL proficiencies, LEAN/Six Sigma analysis, and PRINCE2 project management techniques. His skills enable him to lead organizations through transformations effectively, demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement.