Katherine Johnson

IT Program Manager - IT Strategy & Planning | IT Management Operations at Medtronic

Role
IT Program Manager - IT Strategy & Planning IT Management Operations at Medtronic
Location
Buffalo, MN, US
LinkedIn followers
500 followers
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About Katherine Johnson

I’m a Prosci® Certified Change Management Practitioner and an IT Program Manager with over 20 years of experience leading complex global technology initiatives across the healthcare, medical technology, and device manufacturing industries.My background blends a strong technical foundation with a passion for helping organizations navigate change successfully. I’ve led global implementations, upgrades, and transformation programs that not only deliver technology outcomes but also create lasting business impact through effective change adoption.What drives me is seeing people and organizations thrive through transformation. I believe true success lies in aligning strategy, systems, and culture—ensuring every change is understood, embraced, and sustained.Colleagues know me for building trusted partnerships, fostering collaboration across global teams, and maintaining a steady, solutions-focused approach in complex and highly regulated environments.Core Expertise: Change Management | IT Program Leadership | Global SAP Implementations | Digital Transformation | Stakeholder Engagement | Organizational Readiness | Healthcare & MedTech ITI’m always open to connecting with professionals who are passionate about driving meaningful, people-centered change in technology-driven organizations.

Experience

  1. IT Program Manager - IT Strategy & Planning IT Management Operations

    Medtronic

    Feb 2022 — Present · Minneapolis, MN, US

Education

  • University of Minnesota Crookston

    BS, Information Network Management, Information Technology Management eLearning

  • University of the Sunshine Coast

    Information Technology

    2002 — 2002

Skills

  • Software Documentation
  • Vendor Management
  • Business Process Improvement
  • Organizational Development Certificate - University of Minnesota
  • Master's Certificate in Business Analysis - Esi_George Washington University
  • Integration
  • Change Acceleration Process (Cap)
  • Associate's Certificate in Business Analysis - Esi_George Washington University
  • Change Management
  • Technical Support
  • Business Analysis
  • Itil
  • Medical Devices
  • Windows 7
  • Train-the-Trainer Certificate - University of Minnesota
  • Business Process
  • Change Management Certification - Prosci and the Change Management Learning Cent
  • Process Improvement
  • IT Management
  • Leadership
  • Visio
  • Cross-Functional Team Leadership
  • Business Analyst Certification - Esi_George Washington University

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