Austin Upton

Austin Upton has a diverse work experience, starting with their role as a Student Coordinator at the University of Washington, where they led parking operations and implemented cost-saving staffing software. Austin then worked at Russell Investments as an Associate in Global Sourcing and Procurement, where they were responsible for purchase negotiations, contract renewals, and facilities management. During their time at Russell Investments, they saved the company over $200k through contract reassignments and played a key role in managing corporate real estate and optimizing global facilities. Currently, Austin serves as a Vice President at CommonWealth Partners, supporting various projects and operations related to capital, energy, ESG, and property management in a large office building portfolio. Austin previously held positions as a Manager of Property Operations and Property Manager, where they actively managed a multi-tenant office tower in Seattle's central business district.

Austin Upton received a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree with a focus in Supply Chain and Operations Management from the University of Washington - Michael G. Foster School of Business. Austin attended this school from 2014 to 2016. Prior to that, from 2012 to 2016, they also attended the University of Washington where they studied Business Administration, Management, and Operations. Austin completed their high school education at Shorecrest High School from 2008 to 2012, earning a High School Diploma.