Kelly Padera

About Kelly Padera

Kelly is obsessed with helping people and teams achieve their most meaningful goals and finds joy in building systems, processes, and partnerships that make those goals possible. With nearly two decades of experience in online education and learning design, she has led the launch of over 50 academic programs, stood up new services, and driven strategic, scalable operations across global teams. She is a proud Auntie, lifelong learner, avid adventurer, and is constantly curious. Kelly\'s Gallup StrengthsFinder Top 5 Themes:1. Positivity2. Empathy3. Developer4. Includer5. Adaptability

Experience

1. Manager, Global Project Management

   Boundless Learning

   Jul 2023 — Present

   Lead and mentor a global team of project managers, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous growth.• Create processes and experiences that maximize ROI by aligning project outcomes with strategic goals and learner impact.• Drive course development and production workflows in partnership with Learning Designers across North America, the U.K, and Australia.• Launch strategic projects and services to support academic excellence, including program revamps, new offerings, and stakeholder-aligned support models.• Develop and implement PMO best practices, templates, and scalable frameworks that increase transparency, consistency, and alignment across teams.• Leverage Smartsheet and related technologies to enhance visibility into workstreams and resourcing, ensuring data-driven decisions and clear ownership.• Champion change management initiatives by aligning teams around goals and adapting plans to meet evolving priorities.• Actively engage in culture-building efforts that foster inclusivity, connection, and professional growth across the organization.

Education

• Illinois State University

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Psychology

  2005 — 2009

• University of Leicester

  Study Abroad Program, General Studies

  2009 — 2009