Kate Nelson

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About Kate Nelson

I help turn big ideas into reality. With 5+ years of project management experience across education, nonprofit, and community programs, I specialize in bringing people together to achieve ambitious goals. As a PMP-certified project manager with a PhD, I thrive on servant leadership and organization (which were also my favorite parts of my 15+ years in higher education).WHAT I BRING TO THE TABLE:• An organized motivator who loves creating environments where everyone succeeds• Experience taking projects from concept to completion, even with limited resources• Skills in leading cross-functional teams and building bridges between departments• Ability to make complex processes simpler and more efficient• Expertise in both Agile and Waterfall methodologies using Jira, Asana, and other tools• A talent for finding creative solutions to tricky problems• Finding the right way to communicate for everyone.Most recently at UT Austin's Office of Career and Life Design, I managed multiple stakeholder initiatives simultaneously, standardizing workflows and achieving 60-100% of participation KPIs. I've also led organizational culture audits, developed training programs, and coordinated global operations— finishing on time and under budget.My background spans higher education and program development, giving me a unique perspective on navigating complex systems, communicating clearly, and building consensus among diverse stakeholders. I'm particularly passionate about community building, equity, and data-informed program design.Looking to connect with others who are passionate about leading teams and making things happen. Let's talk about how we can work together to turn your next big project into a success story!HARD SKILLS: Agile & Waterfall methodologies, Project Management Tools (Jira, Asana, Monday.com, ClickUp), Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, Remote Workspaces (Slack, Zoom, Teams, Meet), Qualtrics, Instructional Design, Adult Learning PracticesSOFT SKILLS: avid learner, curiosity, communication, leadership, motivation, coaching, organization, public speaking, teamwork, digital literacy, intercultural communications, collaboration, autonomy, planning, flexibility, critical thinking and analysis, conflict resolution, HOBBIES: anything that takes me outdoors or to good food!#ProjectManagement #Leadership #Innovation #TeamBuilding #ProgramDevelopment #DataDrivenStrategy #CommunityImpact