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Tessa Griffin

Phoenix

Summary

Dynamic Project Manager with a proven track record at Agate Software, Inc., excelling in client collaboration and Agile facilitation. Skilled in Azure DevOps and data analysis, I drive operational improvements and enhance project outcomes through effective communication and strategic planning. Additional background in QA and business analysis.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Project Manager

Agate Software, Inc
12.2023 - Current
  • Collaborate with clients to analyze and prioritize tasks; maintain up-to-date project schedules to accurately display task priority, status, and timeline.
  • Facilitate collaboration between vendors and clients in the development and revision process documentation.
  • Maintain analytical Azure DevOps dashboards for reporting and coordination across multiple teams.
  • Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies in line with Agile principles, promoting collaboration and iteration.
  • Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.

Operations Analyst

U-Haul Corporate Office (WebSelfStorage)
11.2021 - 12.2023
  • Lead the submission and tracking of support requests for quality assurance teams.
  • Manage accounts, advising on operational improvements and revenue optimization.
  • Develop scope of work for training and implementing new systems and methodologies for current & new employees.

Quality Assurance Assistant

InnovaQuarts, LLC
10.2017 - 11.2019
  • Conduct thorough review and analysis of test results identifying defects and areas for improvement.
  • Support the creation and upkeep of quality documentation, procedures and manuals.

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Azure DevOps
  • Scrum facilitation
  • Visio
  • Advanced Excel skills
  • Experience with SQL
  • Project management
  • Communication
  • Client collaboration
  • Workflow documentation
  • Quality assurance
  • Technical writing
  • Reporting
  • Data analysis
  • Software business analysis

Projects

Grant Administration - Implementations 12/01/23 -  Present 

Direct traffic for a large scale implementations of grant administration software for a government agency clients. My role encompasses managing and reporting on development processes, quality assurance efforts, on-site kickoff meetings, and utilizing subject matter expertise on client processes to ensure the delivery of a high-quality product that meets client business needs. 

Policies and Procedure Development (QA, Training) 05/01/23 - Present

Work with leadership to develop and standardize the Quality Assurance test plan processes for regression/functional testing of software via Azure DevOps. Work with leadership to analyze and improve Project Manager and UI Specialist training curriculums. 

Certification

Business Analysis - Harvard Online

Timeline

Project Manager

Agate Software, Inc
12.2023 - Current

Operations Analyst

U-Haul Corporate Office (WebSelfStorage)
11.2021 - 12.2023

Quality Assurance Assistant

InnovaQuarts, LLC
10.2017 - 11.2019
Tessa Griffin