Austen Tucker
About Austen Tucker
Austen Tucker is a Senior Scrum Master and Agile Coach at Arity, with a background in project management and business analysis. He advocates for accessible design practices and enjoys writing novels and playing pinball in his free time.
Work at Arity
Austen Tucker has been employed at Arity since 2020, serving as a Senior Scrum Master and Agile Coach. In this role, he focuses on facilitating agile methodologies and practices within teams to enhance productivity and collaboration. His work is based in Chicago, Illinois, where he has contributed to the company's initiatives for four years.
Current Position at Allstate
In 2023, Austen Tucker took on the role of Program Manager at Allstate, also located in Chicago, Illinois. This position marks a new chapter in his career, where he applies his extensive experience in project management and agile practices to oversee programs and drive organizational goals.
Previous Experience
Austen Tucker has a diverse professional background. He worked at the Chicago Housing Authority as a Business Analyst and Project Manager from 2012 to 2015. Prior to that, he was a Research Writer at AOTMP for seven months in 2008-2009 and served as a Business Analyst and Technical Writer at Technology Partnership Group from 2009 to 2012. Additionally, he held the position of Scrum Master at Guaranteed Rate from 2015 to 2018.
Education and Expertise
Austen Tucker earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Teacher Education from Wabash College, where he studied from 2003 to 2007. His educational background supports his roles in writing and communication, as well as his expertise in agile methodologies and project management.
Advocacy for Accessible Design
Austen Tucker advocates for accessible design practices, drawing from his personal experience with low vision. This advocacy informs his professional approach and commitment to inclusivity in design and project management.