Angela Kletzok
About Angela Kletzok
Angela Kletzok serves as the Director of Strategy & Planning at The Standard, where she has worked since 2014. With extensive experience in business systems analysis and change management across various industries, she specializes in aligning business needs with technological solutions.
Current Role at The Standard
Angela Kletzok serves as the Director of Strategy & Planning, PMO at The Standard, a position she has held since 2014. In this role, she focuses on aligning business strategies with operational planning to drive organizational success. Her responsibilities include overseeing project management processes and ensuring that strategic initiatives are effectively implemented within the company.
Previous Experience at The Standard
Angela Kletzok has held multiple positions at The Standard prior to her current role. She worked as the Lead Systems Analyst in Business Solutions from 2005 to 2006, where she contributed to system analysis and solution design. Following this, she served as Manager of Business Solutions from 2006 to 2007 and later as Director of Business Process in Business Solutions from 2007 to 2009, focusing on optimizing business processes.
Professional Background
Angela Kletzok has a diverse professional background with experience in various industries, including Child Care, Education, Hospitality, Insurance, and Retail. She worked at Columbia Sportswear as Claims Manager from 1990 to 1994 and later as Senior Business Systems Analyst in Information Technology from 1994 to 1996. Her tenure at Electric Lightwave included roles such as Manager of Network Cost Management from 2001 to 2005 and Manager of Business Process from 1999 to 2001.
Education and Certifications
Angela Kletzok studied at Portland State University and graduated from Astoria High School. She is an Agile SAFe Program Consultant SPC 5, which signifies her expertise in implementing SAFe methodologies and Lean Portfolio Management. Her educational background and certifications support her roles in strategic planning and process optimization.
Specializations and Skills
Angela Kletzok specializes in Business Capability and Solution Design, focusing on aligning business needs with technological solutions. She has a strong background in Change Management and Communications, facilitating organizational change and ensuring effective communication strategies. Additionally, she has expertise in Lean Management and Process Methods, aimed at optimizing processes to improve efficiency and reduce waste.