Ellen Carnes
Solutions Architect
@life
A native Austinite, Ellen is excited to call Austin home again after a stint in New York. Outside of work, Ellen enjoys reading, running with her dog Sherwood, and following Longhorn basketball in a totally appropriate and non-obsessive way.
What cause are you passionate about?
I am most passionate about causes related to women – from education to healthcare to political engagement.
What traditionally adorns the top of your Christmas tree?
A Gandalf action figure. It’s a longstanding Carnes family tradition.
Who is your favorite movie action hero?
Indiana Jones!
What was your favorite childhood book?
The Westing Game by Ellen Raskin. To this day, I think it is the perfect book.
If you could ask your future self one question, what would it be?
How does “Mad Men” end?!!?!
@work
Ellen graduated from New York University with a B.A. in Classics & Classical Archaeology. Prior to joining Charity Dynamics, she worked as an editor, reporter, and copywriter for a variety of outlets, including the Texas Bar Journal. Most recently, Ellen was a project manager at a local Austin startup, where she focused on strategic communication and brand management. As a project manager at Charity Dynamics, Ellen is passionate about helping nonprofits achieve their philanthropic goals through efficiently executed initiatives.
