Sammye brings a unique blend of cross-industry expertise to her role as Program Manager at IA. During her career, Sammye has developed a keen understanding of business operations, technology and organization development. Sammye worked for a number of years at Cherokee Nation, where she led critical IT implementation initiatives and program management efforts.

The Biggest Project Risk You’re Ignoring

By Sammye Walton / Aug 12, 2025

When companies bring us in to lead a project or program, it’s often because something is stuck. The strategy is sound, resources are in place, and people are working hard, but progress is slow, inconsistent, or stalling altogether. Nine times out of ten, the issue isn’t commitment or capability. It’s clarity. Clarity of scope and […]

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Making it work – why great ideas need great execution

By Sammye Walton / Jul 24, 2025

When navigating digital disruption, shifting customer expectations, and complex operations, I’ve come to one conclusion – great execution is just as important as great strategy. And yet, this crucial component is often overlooked. I’ve seen strategic initiatives stall, change efforts drag on, budgets balloon, and timelines stretch; not because the ideas or the people weren’t […]

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Coming Home: From IA Client to IA Team Member

By Sammye Walton / Jul 14, 2025

It feels like both a homecoming and a new adventure to introduce myself as the newest member of IA, where I will be leading Project and Program Management both internally and in support of our clients. My career has taken me through industries, disciplines, and geographies, all of which have shaped my approach to program […]

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