
Katy Harper
@katyharper
Strategic Operations & Partnership Lead at Samsung Electronics America, aligning teams across 10+ product categories.
What I'm looking for
At Samsung Electronics America, I lead collaboration across product, UX, supply chain, and operational teams to maintain consistent execution and unified brand goals across 10+ product categories. I also designed standardized communication and strategic frameworks to replace ad-hoc execution with repeatable processes.
At Kimberly Clark Professional, I managed a $300K global study that shaped marketing and product positioning across NAMER, APAC, and EMEA. I'm intentionally translating my consumer marketing experience into the workforce space, treating organizational culture as the product and talent as the audience.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Strategic Operations & Partnership Lead
Jul 2022 - Present (4 years 3 months)
Led cross-functional collaboration across product, UX, supply chain, and operations to maintain consistent execution and unified brand goals across 10+ product categories. Designed standardized communication and strategic frameworks to streamline workflows and foster a collaborative culture.
Global Strategic Program Manager
Kimberly Clark Professional
Nov 2021 - Mar 2023 (1 year 4 months)
Managed a $300K global study delivering insights that shaped marketing and product positioning across NAMER, APAC, and EMEA. Ensured FDA and safety compliance for international programs and led diverse global teams to streamline operational processes.
Led strategic migration projects during a major corporate merger, ensuring operational continuity and brand consistency. Developed KPI dashboards and performance reports that influenced senior leadership's strategic decision-making.
Advised leadership on long-term partnership programs for sustainable growth and alliance strength. Spearheaded initiatives to optimize processes, foster cross-department collaboration, and conducted market analysis for data-driven growth approaches.
Partnered with cross-functional leadership to expand institutional reach through optimized distribution channels. Designed and executed data-driven retention strategies, achieving a 95% retention rate for key institutional accounts.
Regulatory Compliance & Program Lead
Synchrony Financial
Nov 2017 - Apr 2018 (5 months)
Managed rigorous compliance audits for a CFPB/OCC-regulated financial enterprise, ensuring 100% adherence to federal standards. Oversaw legal, surveillance, and document retention protocols for high-stakes financial programs.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Employer Value Proposition
Employer Value Proposition | Workplace Branding | Candidate Experience Journey Certification, Employer Value Proposition
Certification in Employer Value Proposition, Workplace Branding, and Candidate Experience Journey, currently in progress.
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Master of Business Administration, Business Administration
MBA degree with a focus on business administration.
Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Science, Science
Bachelor of Science degree.
AI & Operations, AI and Operations
2025 - 2026
Training in AI and Operations, including Google Gemini AI, Claude AI, ChatGPT, Jasper AI, and AI in Project Management.
Leadership Development
Executive Leadership, Leading Diverse Personalities, Team Coaching & Development, Leadership Development
Training in Executive Leadership, Leading Diverse Personalities, and Team Coaching & Development.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
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