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Kymea Staten

@kymeastaten

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Results-driven Product Owner and Technical Trainer with expertise in innovation.

Zimbabwe

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role where I can leverage my skills in product management and training to drive innovation and enhance team performance in a collaborative environment.

I am a results-driven Product Owner, Technical Trainer, and Business Analyst with a strong focus on driving product innovation, improving operational efficiency, and leading cross-functional teams. My experience includes managing complex projects from product development to vendor evaluations, ensuring alignment with business goals. I have successfully created training programs for adult learners, enhancing knowledge retention and team performance.

Throughout my career, I have been recognized for optimizing workflows, reducing costs, and fostering client relationships, which has resulted in a 20% boost in customer satisfaction. I am passionate about leveraging my technical and strategic expertise to deliver scalable business solutions that meet user needs and drive impactful results.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Technical Trainer/Product Owner

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Deloitte

Aug 2022 - Present (2 years 10 months)

Spearheaded the development and execution of a comprehensive internal software learning program, collaborating with key stakeholders to define user needs, design content, and ensure high engagement and adoption. Conducted in-depth vendor evaluations, assessing strategic value and cost-benefit, leading to operational improvements and more efficient resource allocation.

Project Management Stakeholder Engagement Vendor Management Workflow Optimization Client Relationship Management Market Research Product Development Business Analysis Technical Training Strategic Planning

Project Coordinator

Starbucks

May 2022 - Present (3 years 1 month)

Managed end-to-end project cycles, overseeing roles from job posting to final hiring decisions within tight deadlines. Coordinated candidate scheduling and interview logistics, ensuring seamless communication between hiring teams and applicants.

Project Coordination Workflow Optimization Data Tracking Communication Logistics Process Improvement Time Management

UX Project Coordinator

User Research International (URI)

Aug 2021 - Present (3 years 10 months)

Spearheaded comprehensive UX research project lifecycles, including participant recruitment, study design, and data collection. Developed and maintained detailed project schedules across workstreams, ensuring 100% on-time delivery of content and seamless team integration.

UX Research Project Management Workflow Optimization Risk Mitigation Team Collaboration Process Improvement Qualtrics SharePoint Data Collection

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Western Governors University

Bachelor of Science, Science

Completed a Bachelor of Science degree at Western Governors University. The curriculum focused on providing a comprehensive understanding of scientific principles and applications.

El Paso Community College

Associate of Arts, Arts

Obtained an Associate of Arts degree from El Paso Community College. This program provided foundational knowledge across various liberal arts disciplines.