Katarina Pantelic-Orb
A Business Transformation Leader
- Role
- Sr Manager - Product Owner - Discover Global Payments Network (Acquisition) at Capital One
- Location
- Chicago, IL, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Katarina Pantelic-Orb
Strategic and results-driven leader with 25+ years of experience driving business transformation, operational excellence, and product innovation across many industries including financial services, manufacturing, education. Proven success in leading large-scale initiatives, implementing Lean and Agile methodologies, and delivering measurable impact—including multimillion-dollar cost savings, revenue growth, and efficiency gains. Recognized for building high-performing teams, mentoring emerging leaders, and guiding organizations through cultural change, integrations, and brand repositioning. Thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure environments with the ability to influence across functions, align stakeholders, and translate strategy into execution that drives sustainable business outcomes.Key Skills:Leadership – Skilled at identifying business opportunities and developing strategies that drive transformation, growth, and operational excellence.Team Empowerment – Experienced in inspiring, coaching, and enabling teams to problem-solve, innovate, and deliver on strategic objectives.Change Management – Proven track record of leading cultural and process transformations that improve efficiency, engagement, and business outcomes.
Experience
Sr Manager - Product Owner - Discover Global Payments Network (Acquisition)
May 2025 — Present
Education
College of DuPage
Associate's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
University of Illinois Chicago
LAS, Psychology
1996 — 1999
Northwestern University
Masters, Integrated Marketing
2003
University of Michigan College of Engineering
Lean Office Certification
2011 — 2011
Skills
- Integrated Marketing
- Leadership
- Marketing Communications
- Social Media
- Project Management
- Marketing Strategy
- New Business Development
- Marketing
- Competitive Analysis
- Strategic Planning
- Direct Mail
- Lead Generation
- Direct Marketing
- Account Management
- Strategy
- Process Improvement
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