Michele Nilsen

Michele Nilsen is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in program and project management, currently serving as Program Manager in People Technology at Lyft since March 2025. Michele has contributed to the University of California, Riverside as an Advisory Board Member for the Women in Leadership Program since March 2022, promoting leadership among women. Previous roles include Principal Program Manager at Atlassian and Manager of Managers at Stripe, where Michele established a new Project Management Organization. As Senior Director at Tala, Michele led a global team of Program Managers and enhanced their performance through strategic initiatives. Michele's career also includes significant positions at Ticketmaster, Equator, LLC, Nonfat Media, Userplane, and Dolphin Imaging, showcasing a blend of leadership, technical skills, and commitment to organizational success. Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management at Western Governors University, Michele's educational background includes an Associate's degree in Computer Software Engineering.