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In my role as Engagement Manager in North America I lead the efforts of our Solution Expansion team to scope and deploy highly technical projects in the world of conversational messaging. I work closely with the development team and conversational designers to create unique and powerful chat experiences that change the way users interact with businesses. This role also require close collaboration with clients and other internal teams as we win business and nurture our… Show more In my role as Engagement Manager in North America I lead the efforts of our Solution Expansion team to scope and deploy highly technical projects in the world of conversational messaging. I work closely with the development team and conversational designers to create unique and powerful chat experiences that change the way users interact with businesses. This role also require close collaboration with clients and other internal teams as we win business and nurture our relationship with clients. Show less

Greater Seattle Area

As Program Manager, I oversee the program focused on new business from a leading technology company I have had the pleasure of working with since the beginning of my career at Appen. The program consists of Arrow Butler and other projects and pilots aimed at improving AI technology within areas such as video, virtual assistance, safer internet and much more. This role includes managing a global project management team in 4 different time zones to ensure our projects are meeting… Show more As Program Manager, I oversee the program focused on new business from a leading technology company I have had the pleasure of working with since the beginning of my career at Appen. The program consists of Arrow Butler and other projects and pilots aimed at improving AI technology within areas such as video, virtual assistance, safer internet and much more. This role includes managing a global project management team in 4 different time zones to ensure our projects are meeting or exceeding expectation while fostering a people centered work environment that celebrates each other and our accomplishments while striving to deliver a customer experience we can all be proud of. Show less

Greater Seattle Area

As Project Manager, I manage a portfolio of projects for a major US tech company focused on data collection and annotation in a variety of areas such as text and video. Helped build program for new business from said client, including bringing project Arrow Butler from a small pilot to a large program with five different task types in almost 40 markets. Arrow Butler is focused on improving AI for a virtual assistant by engaging skilled raters from all over the world to contribute with… Show more As Project Manager, I manage a portfolio of projects for a major US tech company focused on data collection and annotation in a variety of areas such as text and video. Helped build program for new business from said client, including bringing project Arrow Butler from a small pilot to a large program with five different task types in almost 40 markets. Arrow Butler is focused on improving AI for a virtual assistant by engaging skilled raters from all over the world to contribute with language data and annotations. My responsibilities and regular tasks include:- Co-manage international team of project managers and delegating tasks and responsibilities across a portfolio of projects based on needs- Preparing and leading client meetings including QBRs- Creating frame-work for projects that include designing project homepage and FAQ documents that is accessed by independent contractors (IP) working on the project- Communicating with IPs through chat or over email to discuss their work and identify opportunity for improvement on tasks and processes- Work closely with linguists both internally and on the client's end to improve guidelines and tasks used to train and improve the data- Code tasks in CML/HTML that is used to collect and validate data and working closely with software engineers to build and improve the tasks- Familiar with running SQL queries and python scripts to pull reports- Create project tracking systems to keep everything organized and projects running smoothly- Invoice client based on SOW and PO- Process invoicing for all IPs on a monthly basis- Participate in two company committees as a 'change champion' and 'engagement ambassador.' Representing other colleagues from the same department in work that has included merging two major company divisions and general advisory to the executives Show less

Was responsible for quality on an ads project for a U.S. search client in addition to leading a project for the same client focused on smart home data collection. We provide annotated data our clients use to improve machine learning so we all get a better online experience. My job is to help our raters succeed so the client receives the best data possible and in line with their guidelines and instructions.

Redmond, Washington

Localization Associate with responsibility for Norwegian. - Detect and report localization issues to make improvements.

Riverside, California

In this position, I assisted various university departments with questions and transfers related to the current budget. I also conducted financial analysis of La Sierra University (LSU) and other universities in order to identify strengths and weaknesses as well as opportunities and threats. In this job, attention to detail is essential and the ability to analyze complex information is important. I would also keep the office running smoothly through organized filing, respond to phone… Show more In this position, I assisted various university departments with questions and transfers related to the current budget. I also conducted financial analysis of La Sierra University (LSU) and other universities in order to identify strengths and weaknesses as well as opportunities and threats. In this job, attention to detail is essential and the ability to analyze complex information is important. I would also keep the office running smoothly through organized filing, respond to phone calls and emails, and schedule for the CFO and Associate VP of Finance. Show less

Oslo, Norway

At the Oslo headquarters of KrFU (a Norwegian political party), I functioned as the communications manager for the organization. My position included responsibility for the organization's website, social media and membership data and inquiries. I would also on a daily basis assist and advise leaders of the party on matters of media and communication, Regular tasks included:- Handled all communications for a Norwegian political party’s youth division. - Used Facebook and Twitter… Show more At the Oslo headquarters of KrFU (a Norwegian political party), I functioned as the communications manager for the organization. My position included responsibility for the organization's website, social media and membership data and inquiries. I would also on a daily basis assist and advise leaders of the party on matters of media and communication, Regular tasks included:- Handled all communications for a Norwegian political party’s youth division. - Used Facebook and Twitter to share updates on the party's work, as well as engaging in discussions and answering questions from the public.- Planned and managed social media campaigns that included producing material with Adobe Photoshop and using metrics to narrow down target audience.- Managed projects that included designing and ordering promotional material, creating an informative video on budgeting to be sent to all local leaders, and setting up e-commerce on the organization’s website. - Served as editor of the organization's website which included updating all information, writing articles and assisting local and regional chapters of the organization in managing their sites.- Stayed updated on the latest news and recognized opportunities in the media from which KrFU could benefit that resulted in tens of news stories including national headlines.- Wrote press releases and contacted journalists when needed.- Drafted speeches for major party politicians. - Advised politicians before TV, radio and newspaper debates or interviews.- Met with other party politicians and Members of Parliament daily to discuss current events and our opportunities to create a media presence.- Updated member information in a database and collected and analyzed useful membership data. Show less

Tacoma, Wa

In my position as student supervisor I helped train new safety employees of the university and assisted the shift supervisor with dividing tasks between employees as needed.

Seattle, Wa

In this position, I maintained day-to-day operations including Norwegian citizen requests and Norwegian travel information. In this position I also:- Researched, translated, wrote and edited articles and communications for in-house publication, the Norwegian American Weekly newspaper- Assisted in social media communications for active Facebook community

Sola, Rogaland, Norway

I took part in a government-run entrepreneurship program where I had the opportunity to start a company with five other people with the guidance of experienced and knowledgeable business mentors. I functioned as the CEO of the company and led the product development process of bringing our KROTA beanie and T-shirt collections from idea to market. Our company was profitable both years, and we received a regional award for best design for our beanies.

Norway

I was part of a duo that was given the task of driving around the southern part of Norway in a car specially designed for the 2009 fall election. We visited over a dozen festivals and events where we organized and managed kiosks for the party. By listening to and speaking with people from different parts of the country, we wanted to inform people of our politics, recruit new members as well as giving anecdotal reports back to the party.

Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Marketing Management

Bachelor, Political Science And Religion