Karin Swanson
Rowley,MA
Summary
Technical Project Manager with 8+ years of experience delivering complex, cross-functional initiatives in Agile environments. Skilled in project planning, stakeholder management, risk mitigation, and driving execution across multiple teams. Proven ability to manage timelines, coordinate dependencies, and deliver business value in fast-paced enterprise settings.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technical Project Manager
Fidelity Investments
Merrimack, NH
01.2023 - Current
- Lead end-to-end delivery of multiple cross-functional technical projects aligned to business strategy
- Own project scope, timelines, milestones, and deliverables across Agile teams
- Manage risks, dependencies, and blockers to ensure successful delivery
- Facilitate Agile ceremonies while driving accountability and execution
- Coordinate scaled release planning across business and technology teams
- Track KPIs and provide regular status reporting to stakeholders
- Improve team efficiency and delivery predictability through process optimization
- Managed 4project teams in Agile environment, realizing success through application of SDLC methodologies and exceptional leadership skills.
Project Coordinator / Executive Assistant
Fidelity Investments
Boston, MA
01.2015 - 01.2023
- Coordinated many project schedules, meetings, and communications for 2 senior leadership executives
- Supported Agile delivery through planning sessions, demos, and coordination for 5 teams
- Managed logistics for large-scale meetings and enterprise events
- Created SharePoint and Teams sites to enhance collaboration
- Developed internal communications including newsletters and engagement materials
- Trained teams on collaboration tools and best practices
Executive Assistant / Office Manager
Limelight Networks
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Supported 2 senior executives across technical and business functions
- Coordinated multiple offsite meetings, executive events, and customer engagements
- Managed expense reporting and operational processes
- Edited and prepared presentations and communications materials
Project & Operations Coordinator
Novartis
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Coordinated projects, meetings, and travel for global teams
- Managed SharePoint sites and internal communication tools
- Organized large-scale events, conferences, and ERG initiatives
- Trained employees on enterprise systems and collaboration tools
Executive & Personal Assistant
Brigham & Women's Hospital
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Supported senior leadership and managed office operations
- Oversaw budgets, scheduling, and vendor coordination
- Implemented SharePoint solutions and trained staff
Education
Master’s in Education - Curriculum And Instruction
Gordon College
Wenham, MA05.2004
Bachelor of Arts - French And Spanish
Saint Anselm College
Manchester, NH05.2000
Skills
- Project Planning & Delivery
- Risk & Dependency Management
- Stakeholder Communication
- Agile & Scrum Methodologies
- Release Planning & Coordination
- Tools: Jira, Jira Align, Confluence, Microsoft Copilot, GitHub Copilot, SharePoint, Miro, Figma
Certification
- Certified Scrum Master (A-CSM)
- Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO)
- Scrum@Scale Practitioner
- ICAgile Certified Professional – Agile Team Facilitation (ICP-ATF)
Timeline
Technical Project Manager
Fidelity Investments
01.2023 - Current
Project Coordinator / Executive Assistant
Fidelity Investments
01.2015 - 01.2023
Executive Assistant / Office Manager
Limelight Networks
01.2014 - 01.2015
Project & Operations Coordinator
Novartis
01.2010 - 01.2014
Executive & Personal Assistant
Brigham & Women's Hospital
01.2007 - 01.2010
Master’s in Education - Curriculum And Instruction
Gordon College
Bachelor of Arts - French And Spanish
Saint Anselm College