About
As a seasoned Senior Agile Management Specialist at Ally Financial, Mashia Tate brings over six years of unparalleled expertise in the dynamic realm of Agile methodologies. Currently serving as the Scrum Master for three pivotal teams in the Auto, Insurance, and Product Delivery space, Mashia orchestrates seamless collaboration to drive innovation and excellence.
Mashia's journey at Ally has been marked by outstanding performance and recognition. In 2021, her exceptional contributions were honored with the prestigious LEADing the Way award, a testament to her leadership and impact.
A trailblazer and a member of the founding team of Ally's first Black, Hispanic, and Latino in Technology community, Mashia is on a mission to empower underrepresented groups in the tech industry. As the co-lead for the program and events pillar, she channels her passion for mentoring and provides access to technology, equipping individuals with the skills to pursue thriving tech careers.
Mashia's influence extends across global teams of software developers, seamlessly managing distributed teams in both the United States and India. Her expertise spans the entire Software Development Life Cycle and DevOps, offering a holistic perspective on the ever-evolving tech landscape.
A dynamic force in tech education, Mashia leads workshops on diverse topics, including Emotional Intelligence, Design Thinking, Agile methodologies, Mediation, and beyond. Her commitment to knowledge-sharing enhances the professional growth of her peers.
With over six years of dedicated service at Ally, Mashia Tate is not just a leader in Agile Management; she is a champion for diversity and inclusion, contributing significantly to Ally's commitment to fostering an inclusive and innovative workplace.
Side Projects
Speaking
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Workshop Highlights:
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Awards
The LEADing the Way award is among the highest recognitions an employee can receive at Ally Financial. This award celebrates the top 1% of employees who are customer-focused and champion the Ally culture.
This award celebrates Ally employees who display the Ally LEAD core values and create measurable, meaningful change within the organization.
The award celebrated my leadership as president of the National Society of Black Engineers and Lawrence Technological University Alternative Spring Break.
Certifications
This is to certify that I can do the following:
- Empower and lead an Agile team.
- Facilitate Agile events like iteration planning, team sync, and iteration retrospectives.
- Help teams plan and complete their work.
- Execute the principles of servant leadership, which are crucial for key SAFe team roles. These skills will enable you to develop high-performing, engaged, and continuously improving teams in your own organization.