Tracy Strickland
About Tracy Strickland
Tracy Strickland is a Systems Implementation Specialist at the Yale Investments Office, with extensive experience in investment accounting and project management. She has held various roles at Yale University and Shawmut Bank, contributing to significant improvements in organizational performance and cost savings.
Current Role at Yale Investments Office
Tracy Strickland currently serves as a Systems Implementation Specialist at the Yale Investments Office. In this role, she has been instrumental in implementing new modules in the Eagle Investments System, specifically the Pricing Center and Recon Center. These implementations support both the Yale Investments Office and the Investment Accounting Departments. Additionally, she has taken on the role of Accounts Payable Project Lead for Workday Financials Conversion since 2015, contributing to the efficiency of financial operations.
Previous Positions at Yale University
Tracy Strickland has held multiple positions at Yale University over the years. She served as Director of Investment Accounting from 2005 to 2012, and prior to that, she worked as a Financial Analyst VII in the same department from 2000 to 2005. After her tenure as Director of Investment Accounting, she became the Director of Accounts Payable & Vendor Compliance from 2013 to 2017, and briefly held the position of Director of Business Systems and Process Improvement in 2012. Her extensive experience at Yale has contributed to her expertise in financial operations and systems management.
Experience in Banking and Consulting
Before her extensive career at Yale University, Tracy Strickland worked in various roles in the banking and consulting sectors. She was Vice President - Credit Card Settlement Manager at Shawmut Bank for one year and held the position of AVP, Trust Operations Specialized Accounts Manager for another year. Additionally, she worked as a Senior Consultant at Gemini Consulting for four years. Her background in banking and consulting has provided her with a strong foundation in financial management and organizational performance improvement.
Educational Background
Tracy Strickland studied at the Wharton Business School, where she earned her MBA in Strategic Planning from 1986 to 1988. Prior to that, she obtained her Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Economics from the University of Pennsylvania - The Wharton School from 1975 to 1979. Her education has equipped her with the skills necessary for her roles in financial management and systems implementation.
Expertise in Systems Conversion and Project Management
Tracy Strickland has extensive experience in systems conversion and management consulting. She is known for driving cost savings and improving service quality through innovative change management strategies. Her strong background in project management has enhanced business processes and leadership skills within organizations, making her a valuable asset in her current and previous roles.