Mara Connolly

Mara Connolly is a seasoned professional in people operations and project management, currently serving as a Senior People Operations Manager at Thesis since August 2022. Previously, Mara held the position of People + Operations Manager at Hovercraft, where responsibilities included leading HR and business operations in a dynamic creative environment. With a background in project management at Gensler, Mara managed multiple design projects for a global technology client. At DevelopmentNow, Mara contributed significantly to agency operations in various roles, including Operations Manager and Project Manager, overseeing payroll, recruitment, and project budgets. Early career experiences include positions at PortfolioProductions and Symbeo, supporting production and sales efforts. Mara holds a Bachelor of Arts in Art History and Graphic Design from Portland State University.