Kirsten Behla
About Kirsten Behla
Kirsten Behla is an employee with a background in engineering and business, currently working at Latch since 2021. She has experience in the oil and gas industry and is actively involved in a real estate startup.
Work at Latch
Kirsten Behla has been employed at Latch since 2021. In her role, she contributes to the company's operations remotely. Latch is known for its innovative approaches in the smart lock and access control industry. Behla's experience and skills are utilized in various capacities to enhance the company's operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at M9 Defense
Before joining Latch, Kirsten Behla worked at M9 Defense for seven months in 2011 and 2012. In her position in Research and Development Operations, she was involved in projects that aimed to advance defense technologies. This role provided her with foundational experience in the defense sector.
Experience at Schlumberger
Kirsten Behla held multiple positions at Schlumberger, a global leader in oilfield services. She served as a Field Engineer from 2017 to 2018 in Oklahoma City and later as a Lead Field Engineer from 2019 to 2020 in the Greater Denver Area. In these roles, she focused on driving innovative solutions and reducing failure rates within the oil and gas industry.
Education and Expertise
Kirsten Behla earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Petroleum Engineering from the University of Wyoming. Additionally, she studied Urban Planning and Business at Arizona State University, obtaining another Bachelor's degree. Her educational background supports her expertise in both engineering and business, equipping her with a diverse skill set.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
In addition to her corporate roles, Kirsten Behla is running a startup business in real estate. She focuses on learning the lifecycle of sales, which complements her technical background and enhances her business acumen. This entrepreneurial pursuit reflects her passion for developing new skills and exploring different industries.
Technical Skills Development
Kirsten Behla is self-teaching programming languages such as Python and SQL. This initiative demonstrates her commitment to continuous learning and technical troubleshooting, which are essential skills in today's technology-driven environment. Her ability to adapt and learn new technologies is a valuable asset in her professional endeavors.