Nina Slaney
Nina Slaney, She/Her, is an accomplished IT Planning Specialist and Six Sigma Black Belt with extensive experience in process improvement, project management, and organizational optimization. Currently serving at the Office of Management and Enterprise Services in Oklahoma City, Nina leverages her expertise to enhance IT planning and streamline business processes, driving efficiency and measurable outcomes across state government operations. Her professional journey reflects a consistent commitment to operational excellence and innovative problem-solving.
Prior to her current role, Nina held several leadership positions within the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority, including Quality Program Manager and Administrative Programs Officer, where she oversaw quality initiatives and program operations to ensure compliance and continuous improvement. She also contributed her legal and administrative expertise as a Paralegal and Opinion Coordinator at the Office of the Oklahoma Attorney General and gained foundational experience in client relations and operations at Ford Audio-Video. Her diverse background demonstrates a rare blend of technical, operational, and strategic skills across multiple sectors.
Nina holds a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Behavior Studies from California Coast University and certifications as a Six Sigma Green Belt and Black Belt through the Council for Six Sigma Certification (CSSC). She is recognized for her leadership, analytical acumen, and ability to cultivate collaborative environments that deliver results. Outside of work, Nina is passionate about professional development and advancing workplace innovation, while actively contributing to communities focused on efficiency, accountability, and excellence.
• Certification, Paralegal
• Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB)
• Six Sigma Green Belt (CSSGB)
• Six Sigma Yellow Belt
• Six Sigma White Belt
• California Coast University - BS, Organizational Behavior Studies
• Columbia College - AA, General Studies
• YMCA
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to the example and guidance of my mother, a hardworking single parent who instilled in me a strong work ethic and the value of perseverance. In my role as an ITT Planning Specialist, I take pride in ensuring that new software rollouts are seamless and effective, reflecting my dedication to excellence in my field. I have worked my way up through multiple positions, continually learning and growing, and I remain committed to advancing my education to strengthen my skills and make a meaningful impact in my work.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received is simple but powerful: be kind and take notes. Being kind, treating everyone with respect, empathy, and generosity, builds lasting relationships and a strong professional reputation. Taking notes ensures that lessons, insights, and feedback are captured, helping me learn continuously and make thoughtful, informed decisions throughout my career. Together, these practices have shaped the way I work, grow, and lead.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Integrity, compassion, and purpose are the values that guide both my professional and personal life. In my work, I am committed to ethical leadership, accountability, and delivering high-quality results while fostering trust, collaboration, and respect. I value meaningful contributions that create positive impact and align with my principles. In my personal life, compassion and responsibility are equally important, reflected in my commitment to animal rescue and welfare. As the owner of two rescued corgis, I believe in giving back, caring for others, and living with empathy, consistency, and intention in all that I do.