Keaton Branch

About Keaton Branch

I operate at the intersection of strategy, operations, and communications-serving as a trusted partner to senior leaders, aligning teams, and driving execution across complex, high-visibility initiatives.In my current role supporting Microsoft\'s Small Medium Enterprises and Channel leadership, I translate vision into tangible outcomes by building operating rhythms, architecting executive narratives, orchestrating high‑stakes moments, and ensuring the systems behind them scale. I keep leaders focused on priorities while making the organization feel connected, informed, and engaged.I bring a toolkit that spans strategic planning, cross‑functional program management, change leadership (Prosci‑certified), and executive communications. Whether navigating transformation, standing up new programs, or sustaining momentum, I deliver clarity, structure, and trust.Not that long ago, I was a professional musician—a discipline that honed my ear for nuance and my commitment to craft. That same attention shapes how I lead: I listen deeply, execute precisely, and deliver work that feels effortless because it’s designed to be.

Experience

1. Senior Business Program Manager Employee Experience

   Microsoft

   Mar 2023 — Present · Redmond, WA, US

   I support global business programs and employee experience initiatives for Microsoft\'s Small Medium Enterprises and Channel organization. Part of the office of the president, I provide end-to-end strategy, executive communication, and program management for projects at the core of our company\'s culture.

Education

• Texas A&M University

  Communications, Marketing

  2003 — 2007

Skills

• Leadership
• Customer Experience
• Organization
• Digital Media
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Social Media
• Ios
• Retail
• Employee Training
• Team Leadership
• Mac Os
• Windows Phone
• Os X
• Mac Os X
• Driving Results
• Keynote
• Ipad
• Iphone
• Project Management
• Competency Based Interviewing
• Career Development
• Iwork
• Social Media Marketing
• Motivation
• Customer Satisfaction
• Training
• Time Management
• Customer Service
• Social Networking
• Recruiting
• Mac
• Management
• Sales Management
• Blogging
• Windows