Kourtney Benda
About Kourtney Benda
Kourtney Benda serves as the Chief of Staff and PMO for People & Culture at PMG, bringing over a decade of experience in HR operations. She has previously held significant roles at Epsilon and Merrill Lynch, and she specializes in designing HR processes and developing talent programs.
Current Role at PMG
Kourtney Benda serves as the Chief of Staff and PMO for People & Culture at PMG. She has held this position since 2021 and operates in a remote capacity. In this role, she focuses on enhancing organizational effectiveness and fostering a positive workplace culture.
Previous Experience at Epsilon
Before joining PMG, Kourtney Benda worked at Epsilon as a Senior Manager in HR Operations from 2010 to 2021. During her 11 years at Epsilon, she was involved in designing and integrating various HR processes and programs, contributing significantly to the organization's HR strategy.
Background in Financial Services
Kourtney Benda began her career at Merrill Lynch, where she worked as a Client Associate from 2005 to 2009 across various offices in Texas. This role provided her with foundational experience in client relations and financial services.
Education and Expertise
Kourtney Benda earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Accounting and Finance from Texas Christian University, where she studied from 2002 to 2006. Her academic background supports her expertise in HR operations, particularly in designing high potential programs and contributing to learning and development initiatives.
Additional Professional Experience
In addition to her roles at Epsilon and PMG, Kourtney Benda worked as a Licensed Insurance Agent at AAA for one year in 2009-2010. This experience added to her diverse professional background and understanding of various operational frameworks.