Karissa Cummings
About Karissa Cummings
Karissa Cummings serves as the Associate Director of Program Management at The New York Times, where she has worked since 2019. She has a diverse background in project management and investment consulting, with previous roles at Segal Rogerscasey and Prudential Financial.
Current Role at The New York Times
Karissa Cummings serves as the Associate Director of Program Management at The New York Times, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she oversees various program management initiatives and contributes to the strategic direction of projects within the organization. Her leadership has been instrumental in managing team dynamics and ensuring the successful execution of key objectives.
Previous Experience at The New York Times
Prior to her current role, Cummings worked at The New York Times as a Senior Project Manager from 2018 to 2019. She also held the positions of Project Manager and Associate Project Manager from 2016 to 2018. During her tenure, she led significant initiatives, including the reorganization of the Storytelling Group and the transition to remote operations for the Features Group during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Experience at Segal Rogerscasey
Cummings worked at Segal Rogerscasey from 2011 to 2016, where she progressed from Associate to Senior Associate in Investment Consulting. Her experience in this role involved providing investment consulting services and contributing to client strategies in New York, New York.
Education and Expertise
Cummings holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance and Psychology from Seton Hall University. She furthered her education by obtaining an MBA from New York University - Leonard N. Stern School of Business, focusing on Global Finance, Economics, and Social Innovation and Impact. This educational background supports her expertise in program management and investment consulting.
Contributions to Diversity and Inclusion
At The New York Times, Cummings plays a vital role in advancing Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) efforts. She has coordinated with various teams to develop D&I questions for company surveys and has been part of the sounding board for the Communication and Conduct policy. Her contributions aim to enhance the organization's commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace.