City of St. Petersburg
Christine West has a diverse work experience in the field of technology and software. Christine started their career in 2001 as an Oracle eBusiness Solutions Manager at Florida OAUG. In 2009, they became the Past President of Florida OAUG and held this position until an unspecified date. In 2012, they joined the Oracle Applications User Group GEO/SIG Committee and served as a Past Board Member until 2014.
Christine West earned a Bachelor's Degree in Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management from St. Petersburg College, which they attended from 1980 to 2007. Christine later pursued two Master's Degrees: one in Executive Leadership and another in Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General, both from Webster University. Christine completed their Master's Degree in Executive Leadership from 2012 to 2013, and their Master's Degree in Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General from 2013 to 2014.
City of St. Petersburg
As the 5th largest city in Florida and the second largest in the Tampa Bay Area (which has more than 3 million residents), St. Pete is a city on the rise. Located on Florida’s Gulf coast and nicknamed “The Sunshine City,” St. Pete offers a vibrant mix of tropical weather, arts and culture, shopping, dining, sports and outdoor recreation all along a stunning shoreline that features some of the nation’s top-ranked beaches. With weather that sees averages of 74°F and 361 days of sunshine per year, St. Pete attracts tourists, new residents and investments from across the country and beyond. In recent years, the City was named one of the ‘Best U.S. Cities’ by Conde Nast Traveler, ‘4th Best City for Women Entrepreneurs’ and the ‘Best Place to Visit in Florida’ by Travel and Leisure. Visit stpete.org/aboutstpete to learn more.