Allyson Helms, Psm, Cpasm
About Allyson Helms, Psm, Cpasm
Allyson Helms is a Principal Engineering Operations Manager with a strong emphasis on continuous learning and adaptation. She has extensive experience in project management and operations across various companies, including Loop and NSA Media, and has worked with numerous Fortune 50/100/500 companies.
Current Role at Loop
Allyson Helms serves as the Principal Engineering Operations Manager at Loop, a position she has held since 2024. In this role, she focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and driving engineering initiatives within the organization. Her responsibilities include overseeing project management and ensuring that engineering operations align with the company's strategic goals. Helms emphasizes continuous learning and adaptation in her approach to leadership, fostering a culture of growth and improvement among her team members.
Previous Experience
Allyson Helms has a diverse professional background with significant roles in various organizations. She worked at NSA Media as a Senior Buying Coordinator and later as an Account Executive, accumulating experience in media buying and client relations. At Evoke Productions, she served as a Producer, managing projects for Sears Holdings Corporation. Her tenure at eLearning Mind as a Senior Client Experience Manager and Project Manager further developed her project management skills. Additionally, she held positions at BVAccel and RedFlash Group, where she contributed to project management and team leadership.
Education and Certifications
Allyson Helms holds a Bachelor of Arts and Sciences degree in English from Northern Illinois University, which she obtained from 2003 to 2007. Her educational background supports her strong communication skills, both written and verbal. She also possesses dual certifications as a Professional Agile ScrumMaster (PSM) and Certified Professional Agile ScrumMaster (CPASM). These certifications enhance her capability to lead self-organizing teams and implement agile methodologies effectively.
Project Management Expertise
Allyson Helms has extensive experience in project management, having worked on various large-scale projects across multiple industries. She has collaborated with Fortune 50/100/500 companies, including Tesla Motors, Google, and General Electric. Her strong background in Shopify complements her project management skills, allowing her to streamline processes and build infrastructure effectively. Helms is passionate about scaling teams and improving operational efficiencies, which has led to significant improvements in client outcomes.
Professional Philosophy
Allyson Helms emphasizes the importance of building trust and relationships in her professional philosophy. She believes that fostering strong connections within teams and with clients is essential for producing high-quality deliverables. Her approach to leadership includes a commitment to continuous learning and adaptation, ensuring that her teams remain agile and responsive to changing project demands. Helms is dedicated to streamlining processes and enhancing team performance to achieve optimal results.