Greg Sypolt
About Greg Sypolt
Greg Sypolt serves as the Senior Director of Technology at FINRA, focusing on integrating quality into software development processes. He has extensive experience in quality engineering and automation, having held various roles at organizations such as Gannett, Blackboard, and EVERFI.
Work at FINRA
Greg Sypolt has been serving as the Senior Director of Technology at FINRA since 2024. In this role, he focuses on enhancing technology strategies and ensuring quality in software development processes. His leadership emphasizes integrating quality assurance practices throughout the development lifecycle.
Previous Experience at Gannett
Greg Sypolt worked at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK in various capacities. He served as the Test Automation Architect/Manager from 2014 to 2018, followed by a role as Director of Quality Engineering from 2018 to 2020. His work involved coaching development teams to embed quality into their processes and advocating for quality software development.
Career at Blackboard, Inc.
Sypolt was employed at Blackboard, Inc. as a QA Automation Architect from 2005 to 2014. During his nine years there, he contributed to the development of automated testing frameworks and quality assurance processes, enhancing the overall software quality within the organization.
Educational Background
Greg Sypolt studied at DeVry University, where he earned a Bachelor of Computer Information Systems from 1996 to 2000. His education provided a foundation in computer science and information systems, which he has applied throughout his career in technology and quality engineering.
Community Engagement and Advocacy
Greg Sypolt actively engages with the community on topics related to quality excellence, testing, and technology. He shares insights and knowledge through platforms like X and LinkedIn. He advocates for a culture where all members of an organization take responsibility for quality, promoting shared ownership of quality initiatives.