Elizabeth Mc Combs
About Elizabeth Mc Combs
Elizabeth Mc Combs is an IT Project Manager at Great Minds, where she has led a digital platform accessibility project since 2021. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Western Illinois University and has extensive experience in project management and program development.
Work at Great Minds
Elizabeth Mc Combs has served as the IT Project Manager at Great Minds since 2021. In this role, she leads a digital platform accessibility project that focuses on creating equity through accessibility, addressing diverse accessibility needs in technology. Her responsibilities include managing the scope, planning, risk identification, resourcing, and timelines for a large-scale accessibility initiative. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Senior Business Analyst at Great Minds for nine months, from 2020 to 2021.
Education and Expertise
Elizabeth Mc Combs earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Western Illinois University. Her educational background provides a foundation for her work in project management and accessibility initiatives. She applies her knowledge of psychology to understand user needs and enhance the accessibility of digital platforms.
Background in Goodwill Industries International
Before joining Great Minds, Elizabeth Mc Combs held multiple roles at Goodwill Industries International. She worked as a Youth Program Specialist from 2014 to 2016, followed by a position as Youth Services Program Manager from 2016 to 2018. She then served as Project and Reporting Manager from 2018 to 2020. In these roles, she focused on program development and management, contributing to youth services and reporting initiatives.
Project Management Skills
In her role as IT Project Manager, Elizabeth Mc Combs oversees the implementation of event management software. This includes managing platform configuration, web configuration, middleware, and system integrations. Her experience in managing project scope, timelines, and resources is essential for the success of the accessibility initiatives she leads.