Gracie Farris, MBA, Csm
About Gracie Farris, MBA, Csm
Gracie Farris is a Scrum Master with extensive experience in project management and data analysis. She currently works at The New York Times and has previously held positions at GEICO, Capital One, and CohnReznick LLP.
Current Role at The New York Times
Gracie Farris currently serves as a Scrum Master at The New York Times, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she facilitates Agile project management practices, ensuring that teams work efficiently and effectively to meet project goals. Her experience in this capacity contributes to the organization's ability to adapt to changing demands and deliver quality content.
Previous Experience at GEICO
Gracie Farris worked at GEICO as a Data Analyst and Scrum Master for seven months in 2017. During her time in Chevy Chase, MD, she was involved in data analysis and Agile project management, which provided her with foundational skills in both data-driven decision-making and team facilitation.
Education and Expertise
Gracie Farris earned a Dual Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) and IT Project Management from the University of Alabama's Manderson Graduate School of Business, completing her studies from 2013 to 2015. She also holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from the University of Alabama, which she obtained from 2009 to 2012. This educational background equips her with a strong foundation in business principles and project management methodologies.
Career Progression
Gracie Farris has a diverse career trajectory that includes roles in various companies. She worked as a Tax Intern at CohnReznick LLP in 2013 and as a Business Intelligence Intern at the Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta in 2014. Additionally, she served as an Agile Delivery Lead at Capital One from 2017 to 2020, where she further honed her skills in Agile methodologies before transitioning to her current role.
Tutoring Experience
Before her professional career, Gracie Farris worked as an English Language Institute Tutor at the University of Alabama from 2011 to 2012. This role involved assisting students in improving their English language skills, showcasing her ability to communicate effectively and support learning in an educational environment.