Overview
Margaret Scovern is the Chief Operating Officer at Pariveda, where she leads day-to-day operations and guides the execution of strategic priorities across the firm. With more than 15 years at Pariveda, Margaret is known for her ability to connect purpose with performance—championing both business excellence and people development. She brings a practical, people-first approach to leadership, focused on scaling impact through operational clarity, inclusive practices, and a deep belief in human potential.
Experience
Margaret’s career spans more than two decades across industries including manufacturing, aerospace, and technology. Prior to becoming COO, she served as National Vice President of Delivery Excellence and Customer Value, and also led the firm’s Social Justice, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (JEDI) initiatives. Her innovative leadership has earned industry recognition, including Consulting Magazine’s Technology Innovation Award and the creation of the Pariveda Resiliency Platform™.
Before joining Pariveda, Margaret held leadership roles at NCR, PTC, Cisco, and Oracle, where she built a strong foundation in value realization, product lifecycle management, and business agility. Her work consistently focused on helping clients navigate complexity and realize meaningful value through the clever application of technology and strategy.
Outside of the office
Margaret is married and the proud mother of two daughters. Her family enjoys traveling together and lingering over long dinners. Though they claim she’s an accomplished chef, Margaret is more likely to skip the cleanup and discover what the local chefs are cooking instead.
Education and service
Margaret graduated at the top of her class from the University of Wisconsin–Madison with a BBA. She also studied at the Sorbonne University in Paris, earning certifications in French Grammar and French Commerce. She is an active mentor for women in business and enjoys volunteering her time to help others grow—whether professionally or personally.
“Creating an environment for my team members to thrive is how I’ve been able to make a difference as a leader. I create a vision and empower team members to leverage their talents to reach our collective goals. Inspiration and appreciation goes a long way.”
– Margaret Scovern
