Alissa Valdenassi
About Alissa Valdenassi
Alissa Valdenassi is a Senior Product Specialist at Thomson Reuters, where she has worked since 2021. She has extensive experience in product lifecycle management and Agile methodologies, having held various roles in the technology and media sectors.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Alissa Valdenassi has held multiple roles at Thomson Reuters, starting as a Software Tester for Contract Express from 2014 to 2017. She then transitioned to the role of Product Specialist for Contract Express from 2018 to 2021. Currently, she serves as a Senior Product Specialist, a position she has held since 2021. Throughout her tenure, she has been involved in various aspects of product development, including requirement gathering, planning, scheduling, and providing training support on new features.
Education and Expertise
Alissa Valdenassi studied at Ryerson University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Radio and Television Arts. She possesses a strong background in Agile methodologies, which has contributed to her effectiveness in developing digital products. Her expertise spans all phases of the product lifecycle, emphasizing collaboration and problem-solving to enhance business and user value.
Background
Before her extensive experience at Thomson Reuters, Alissa Valdenassi worked in various roles that contributed to her professional development. She served as a Performance Technologist at the Canadian Olympic Committee for two months in 2012. Additionally, she worked as a QA Technician at Deluxe Media from 2012 to 2014 and held a position as a Videographer/Editor and Archivist at Sony Music Entertainment from 2007 to 2010. Earlier in her career, she worked as a Barista at Starbucks Coffee Company from 2005 to 2008.
Achievements
Alissa Valdenassi has demonstrated a commitment to delivering business and user value through her work in product development and testing. Her experience in Agile methodologies and her involvement in various phases of the product lifecycle highlight her contributions to the organizations she has worked with. Her roles at Thomson Reuters, particularly, reflect her growth and expertise in the field.