Kendra Raya

About Kendra Raya

Bringing diverse teams together to achieve common goals is my passion. I\'m a program management leader with 15+ years of experience driving success in various industries through strategic planning, operational excellence, & creative collaboration. I excel in creating scalable processes that consistently enable product & service organizations to surpass their growth goals. With a proven track record in managing multi-million dollar retail launches and leading strategic initiatives, I leverage my expertise in stakeholder management and data-driven decision-making to ensure flawless execution across complex programs. My relentless curiosity fuels my drive to innovate and identify hidden opportunities. During my childhood, I was that tenacious kid who would repeatedly inquire \"why\" and \"how come\" until I found the answer to the most pressing questions. Drawing from diverse industry experiences, I\'ve honed my skills to innovate with an unwavering entrepreneurial spirit. Whether working with teams or building strategies, I strive to identify pain points quickly and begin making an impact. Here are some of my areas of expertise: Program & Project Management Go-To-Market Strategy & Planning Cross-Functional Collaboration Brand Management & Activation Stakeholder Alignment Governance, Compliance & Risk Mitigation Retail Expert & Advocate Consumer Electronics / Consumer Packaged Goods Industry ExpertiseI am confident that my wide range of knowledge and talents will allow me to contribute to the success of your company. I am seeking new opportunities within the Tech/ Consumer Electronics/ CPG industry, Program & Brand Management sectors. You can reach out to me directly at k••••••••@gmail.com.

Experience

1. Program Management Office Manager

   7-Eleven

   Jul 2024 — Present

Education

• University of Houston, C.T. Bauer College of Business

  Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Management

• Tulane University - A.B. Freeman School of Business

  Executive Master of Business Administration - EMBA, Management/Global Strategy

Skills

• Close Attention to Detail
• Operations Management
• Client Retention Programs
• Negotiation
• Marketing
• Client Relations
• Account Management
• Market Planning
• Forecasting
• Cold Calling
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Marketing Strategy
• Sales Presentations
• Budgets
• Purchasing
• Team Building
• Management
• Pricing
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• New Client Acquisitions
• Microsoft Excel
• Strategic Planning
• P&L Management
• Positive Can-Do Attitude
• Training
• Logistics
• New Business Development
• Strategy
• Sales Operations
• Customer Service
• Team Leadership
• Leadership
• Advertising
• Sales Management
• Business Development
• Inventory Management
• Competitive Analysis