Kathleen Swain (Kat)

Senior Director, Education at Space Center Houston

Kathleen "Kat" Swain, PMI-ACP has a diverse range of work experience spanning over two decades. Kathleen "Kat" currently serves as the Director of Experiential Learning Programs at Space Center Houston, where they are responsible for leading educational programs related to space exploration. Prior to this, Kat held the position of VP, Retail Experience at JSC Federal Credit Union, where they led various teams focused on delivering exceptional member service. Kathleen "Kat" has also worked as the Senior Director at AOPA, where they developed strategies and programs related to unmanned aircraft systems and traditional aviation. Additionally, they served as the Vice President of Insurance and Energy at Measure, a company specializing in aerial intelligence and drone operations. Kat's earlier career includes roles at USAA, where they held positions such as Staff Innovation Advisor/Director and Property Claims Service Manager. Kathleen "Kat" has also worked as an Instructor Pilot in the United States Air Force and as a Claims Adjuster at both USAA and Allstate. Throughout their career, Kat has demonstrated expertise in areas such as strategic planning, operational management, customer experience, innovation, and program development.

Kathleen "Kat" Swain, PMI-ACP, holds a Master's degree in Organizational Leadership, which they obtained from Grand Canyon University during the period of 2013 to 2015. Kathleen "Kat" also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Political Science, which they completed at Texas State University between 1990 and 2013.

In addition to their academic qualifications, Kat has obtained various certifications throughout their career. Kathleen "Kat" acquired the PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) certification from the Project Management Institute in July 2023. Kathleen "Kat" also obtained the FAA Remote Pilot Certificate from the Federal Aviation Administration in April 2017. Prior to that, they earned the USPA A-License from the U.S. Parachute Association (USPA) in 2009. Though not specified, they also hold the FAA certifications of CFI-MEI, AGI, and FAA Commercial Single Engine and Multi Engine Airplane with Instrument Rating. Furthermore, they have a Six Sigma-Green Belt certification, although the institution from which they obtained this certification is not mentioned.

Based on the provided information, it is clear that Kathleen "Kat" Swain, PMI-ACP, has a strong educational background and has acquired multiple certifications related to their field of expertise.

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Houston, United States

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The Manned Space Flight Education Foundation Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational foundation with an extensive science education program and a space museum. It is one of Houston’s top attractions, the area’s No. 1 attraction for international visitors, the Official Visitor Center of NASA Johnson Space Center and the first Smithsonian Affiliate in the greater Houston area. Space Center Houston has something for all ages. You can touch a Moon rock, see real spacecraft and go behind the scenes at NASA. Visitors come from all over the world to view the largest collection of space artifacts in the Southwestern United States. Since opening in 1992, Space Center Houston has welcomed more than 22 million visitors and currently hosts 1 million visitors annually in its 250,000-square-foot educational complex. The center earned a 2016 Top Workplaces Award by The Houston Chronicle and generates annually a $118.7 million economic impact, 1,710 jobs and $53.7 million in personal income in greater Houston, according to a 2018 economic study by Quanticon, LLC researchers Stephen Cotton, PhD, and Jason Murasko. Admission is one convenient price and includes access to all exhibits. Become a member today and receive advance notice on exhibitions, invitations to special events, free parking and much more. For more information, visit spacecenter.org.


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