Experienced
Professionals
Kristine Pettoni
Manager, Clarkston Steward since 2005
“Clarkston has allowed me to grow and learn at my own pace. I was able to work with key fortune 500 Consumer Products clients early on in my career, which allowed me to build my Consumer Products Industry knowledge, specifically around Demand Functions. At these clients, I’ve grown not only my industry and technical skills, but my leadership skills. Through leadership training and coaching, I’ve been able to quickly grow from a functional analyst into a project manager. In this role, I’m able to not only lead projects, but lead, coach and mentor other stewards in the firm.”
Derek Perry
Manager, Clarkston Steward since 2005
“A benefit of Clarkston for me has been the opportunity to get involved outside of client project work. I've been deeply involved in developing service and solution methodologies for Quality Systems Technologies, leadership development programs, internal projects to build future service offerings, and numerous firm building activities like recruiting. The opportunity to make a material impact at the firm builds my drive to participate in these efforts.”
Cara Ridenhour
Manager, Clarkston Steward since 1998
“Clarkston has given me the freedom and flexibility to set the pace of my own career over the last 10+ years. From the beginning, the company has invested in my growth along many different paths including technical, functional and managerial, primarily in the life sciences industry. I’ve also enjoyed being part of a culture where I’ve been able to share my experiences with my colleagues and participate in giving back to the community.”
Sebastian Valencia
Senior Manager, Clarkston Steward since 2006
“From the moment I joined Clarkston, my professional career development was a top shared priority; Clarkston has provided me with the tools either through internal training, on the job training, or outside top Ivy league training in order to advance my career. Clarkston has grown my already nurtured skills, but has also provided the right environment to test them and put them to good use, where it actually makes a difference to our clients. I have grown my supply chain skills, deepened my industry expertise, and enhanced my strategic and holistic perspective. With this extensive toolkit I have definitely become a more well-rounded professional and sought after advisor. I’m proud of the impact I’m able to make with the clients I serve, and how I’m able to make them more efficient.”
Roderick Anderson
Consultant, Clarkston Steward since 2007
“Working for Clarkston has helped me become a more well rounded professional. I’ve had the opportunity to grow my skills technically by working on projects in both the Life Sciences and Consumer Products verticals. I’ve worked on projects mainly focused on technology implementations. I’ve had the opportunity to work on CAS CRM, SAP ERP, Trackwise and LIMS implementation projects.”
Cynthia Lappe
Senior, Clarkston Steward since 2010
“In conjunction with my regular project work, I try to get involved in internal firm initiatives. One of the primary initiatives I am involved in is recruiting. I enjoy having the opportunity to interview people interested in Clarkston to assess where they may fit in the organization as well as share my experiences with Clarkston and its' unique culture. I find the Clarkston culture unique in its team approach, steward support and learning environment that I haven't seen in other consulting organizations.”
Keith Hyams
Senior, Clarkston Steward since 2010
“Clarkston has consistently placed me on projects that allow me to expand my SAP skillset. Additionally, Clarkston has invested in me by enrolling me in various training courses, including classes offered by SAP as well as internal training to help me grow as a consultant. My projects have included technology implementations, system support, and business process enhancement. ”
Lee Osborne
Senior, Clarkston Steward since 2011
“Clarkston is committed to the professional development of its stewards as evidenced by their investment in growing my skills as a subject matter expert in finance and controlling practices. Clarkston takes a multi-pronged approach which combines formal classroom training with practice labs and on-the-job training. Through their commitment and values, they have provided me with the necessary tools to deliver brilliant client service and become a highly sought after consultant in the Consumer Products Industry.”
At Clarkston, we utilize a small-team approach, leveraging our collective expertise and industry knowledge to solve our clients’ business challenges.
Clarkston Consulting differentiates itself through the caliber of its people and our approach to providing best-in-class services. As a valued member of our consulting practice you will:
- Engage directly with clients at all levels to guide complex projects and develop innovative solutions
- Focus on critical client initiatives, including business process engineering, technology enablement, strategic analysis, and regulatory compliance
- Earn trusted adviser status and build relationships that last beyond a project’s lifecycle
- Participate in internal R&D projects, helping build Clarkston through knowledge sharing, mentoring, and development of new service offerings
What makes Clarkston’s approach to service delivery result in a 97% client satisfaction rate?
- A commitment to Brilliant Client Service and providing an experience that makes our clients want to tell their industry peers about the success Clarkston has delivered
- The willingness to have challenging conversations with a client to get to the root of a solution rather than telling them what they expect to hear
- A focus on doing the right thing, even when it isn’t the easy thing
Consider joining Clarkston Consulting – a company with a proud culture, great people, and rewarding careers.
