Paul Farris
About Paul Farris
Paul Farris serves as the Head of GTM Strategy & Ops at Faire since 2022, bringing extensive experience from roles at companies like Uber, Verizon Media, and Yahoo. He holds an MBA from Columbia Business School and a B.S. in Business Administration from Carnegie Mellon University.
Work at Faire
Paul Farris serves as the Head of GTM Strategy & Ops at Faire, a position he has held since 2022. His role focuses on developing and implementing go-to-market strategies that enhance operational efficiency and drive business growth. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, he has contributed to the company's strategic initiatives for two years.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current role, Paul Farris held several significant positions in various companies. He worked at Uber as Head of Business Strategy and Operations for Uber for Business from 2019 to 2022. Before that, he served as VP of Business Operations & Sales Strategy at Verizon Media from 2017 to 2019. His experience also includes roles at Yahoo, where he held multiple VP positions, and a tenure at McKinsey & Company.
Education and Expertise
Paul Farris earned his MBA from Columbia Business School, where he studied from 2009 to 2011. He also holds a B.S. in Business Administration with a concentration in Computers and Information Technology from Carnegie Mellon University, completed in 2003. His educational background supports his expertise in digital strategy, ad tech, strategic planning, and business operations.
Consulting Background
During his time at McKinsey & Company, Paul Farris worked as an Engagement Manager and Associate, where he counseled senior management and C-level executives. His consulting work focused on technology, telecom, and retail sectors, addressing topics such as growth strategy, digital/data strategy, and operational transformation.
Career Progression
Paul Farris began his career at Wachovia, where he held various analytical roles from 2003 to 2007. He transitioned to Alloy Media + Marketing as Director of Search Strategies in 2009. His career has been marked by a steady progression through leadership roles in business strategy and operations across multiple high-profile companies.