Hi I am a freelance Agile Coach and have coached around 25 to 40 teams . A certified Advanced Agile Scrum master with morethan 5 years of experience

Agile Delivery Leader with 16+ years of IT experience, including 9+ years as a Scrum Master, leading multiple distributed Scrum and Kanban teams to deliver predictable, high-quality outcomes. SAFe Agilist and ICAgile-certified Coach and Facilitator, recognized for driving Agile maturity, improving delivery flow, accelerating team performance, and removing systemic impediments. Proven success across Aviation, e-Commerce, and Healthcare domains, with strong stakeholder engagement and exceptional communication skills. Effective both as an individual contributor and a leader of cross-functional teams.

I am a certified Project Manager, Agile Scrum Master, and Agile Coach with over 10 years of experience leading cross-functional teams across finance, telecommunications, aviation, and IT. I specialize in delivering complex, enterprise-level initiatives including SaaS integrations, cloud migrations, and large-scale system modernization programs. My background blends strong delivery leadership with technical fluency in DevOps, Kubernetes, Terraform, Docker, and cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure. I also bring hands-on experience in IT Service Management, Release Management, SQL Server administration, and infrastructure monitoring using tools like CloudWatch, Prometheus, and Grafana. In addition to my Agile and DevOps expertise, I leverage AI-powered automation and multi-agent workflows to streamline operational processes, enhance team productivity, and introduce intelligent decision-support capabilities. My skillset includes designing and implementing autonomous AI agents using frameworks such as AutoGen, MCP, and multi-agent orchestration, enabling automation across Jira, APIs, databases, reporting systems, and cloud environments. Known for my ability to bridge the gap between business and technology, I excel in stakeholder engagement, Agile coaching, and driving teams toward high performance. I have led Agile transformations, integrated acquired business units, delivered critical CIT programs, and managed application enhancement portfolios using Azure DevOps, Jira, and ClickUp strengthened with AI automation techniques that reduce manual work and improve delivery flow.

Experienced Technical Project Manager with over 10 years of expertise in leading projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and stakeholder expectations. Proficient in managing project scope, timelines, risks, and vendor relationships, while keeping teams accountable and engaged. Skilled in driving discussions on business processes and system design and collaborating on data migration strategies. Strong communicator with PMP certification, adept at presenting project progress to executive teams and steering committees. SKILLS: • Tools: Microsoft Project Plan, Asana, Confluence, JIRA, Jira Align, Slack, Smartsheet, SharePoint, Wiki, Tableau, Qlik Sense • Project Management: SAFe 6.0 Agilist, Scrum, Kanban, Waterfall, Hybrid. • Leadership Skills: Cross-functional skills and negotiation, technical leadership, Project planning, Project execution, Stakeholder management, Resource management, Risk management, SWOT analysis, resource coordination, Supply chain management, Budget management, OKR’s, KPIs, DORA metrics. • Cloud Platform: AWS (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda) • Tech Stack: React.js, Node.js, SQL, Redis, RDBMS, PostgreSQL, Restful APIs, Python, Kafka, Jupyter Notebooks CERTIFICATIONS : • Project Management Professional (PMP) – 3/24 • AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner – Amazon 9/23-9/26 • Databricks Generative AI fundamentals – Databricks 04/24-04/26 • Certified SAFe 6 Agilist - Scaled Agile Inc -10/23 - 10/24 • Berkeley Haas: 3/24 – present - AI: Business Strategies and Applications • Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)- Scrum Alliance, Inc. - 1/20 - 2/22 AWARDS & SCHOLARSHIPS: • Key Contributor Award • 8x8 Action Award EDUCATION: • MS: Computer Science – Cal State East Bay • BS: Electrical and Electronics Engineering – Marathwada University

I help organizations accelerate product delivery, improve software quality, and scale Agile teams through AI-enabled delivery frameworks, product leadership, and quality engineering expertise. With 18+ years of experience across BFSI, payments, fintech, telecom, manufacturing, and SaaS environments, I have led globally distributed teams across the US, UK, Peru, Indonesia, and India, delivering complex digital transformation initiatives. My expertise spans Product Management, Scrum Mastery, Agile Coaching, Project & Delivery Management, SAFe implementation, QA Strategy, Release Governance, and stakeholder management. Key outcomes include reducing defect leakage by 30%, improving Agile maturity, strengthening release predictability, and accelerating time-to-market. Whether you need a Product Consultant to refine your roadmap, a Scrum Master to improve team performance, a Project Manager to drive execution, or a QA leader to strengthen release quality, I deliver measurable business outcomes with a quality-first approach. Services I Offer • Product Strategy, Roadmap & Backlog Management – Define product vision, prioritize features, refine backlogs, and align delivery with business goals. • Agile Coaching, Scrum Master & SAFe Implementation – Facilitate Scrum/SAFe ceremonies, coach teams, remove impediments, and improve Agile maturity. • Project & Delivery Management – Manage scope, timelines, risks, dependencies, and stakeholders to ensure predictable delivery. • Sprint Planning, PI Planning & Release Management – Plan and coordinate sprints, releases, and cross-team dependencies for on-time delivery. • User Story Mapping & Requirements Refinement – Translate business needs into clear user stories, acceptance criteria, and actionable backlogs. • QA Strategy, Test Management & UAT Leadership – Define test strategies, lead SIT/UAT activities, and improve release quality. • Test Data, Defect & Incident Management – Optimize test data, streamline defect triage, and drive rapid issue resolution. • Stakeholder Management & Cross-Functional Leadership – Align business, product, engineering, and QA teams around shared outcomes. • Delivery Governance, Risk & Dependency Management – Improve visibility, mitigate risks, and strengthen delivery predictability. • AI-Enabled Workflow Design for Agile Teams – Leverage AI tools and automation to enhance team productivity and delivery efficiency. • Production Support & Service Reliability – Drive incident resolution, root cause analysis, and continuous service improvement. • Delivery Health Assessments & Process Optimization – Evaluate delivery maturity, identify bottlenecks, and recommend improvements. Certifications • SAFe® 6 Scrum Master (SSM) • Certified Scrum Master (CSM) • Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) • SAFe 5 Practitioner • ISTQB Advanced Level Test Manager • AI for Scrum Master

Most consultants will tell you what you want to hear. I will tell you what you need to know. That is not a pitch. It is how I have worked for 21 years — and it is why the organisations I have worked with keep coming back. Whether I am coaching a Scrum Master who has been running ceremonies for two years but never actually fixed a systemic problem, or advising a leadership team on why their AI rollout is not landing the way they expected, my value is in seeing clearly and saying it directly. I have worked across the full spectrum of delivery — from coaching individual teams in two-week sprints to managing $10M+ programmes serving 25,000 users across 5,000+ concurrent projects. I have built agentic AI platforms from architecture selection to production adoption, transformed 2,500-person IT support functions using GPT and ServiceNow, deployed hybrid workplace platforms across 40+ global offices, and facilitated Lean and Kaizen workshops across three continents that delivered 40% improvement in resolution times and 60% reduction in issue hop count within six months. Here is what that breadth means for you: I do not bring a single hammer and treat every problem like a nail. I bring the right tool for your specific situation — whether that is Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, Lean, a structured AI adoption roadmap, or a direct conversation with your leadership team about why the real problem is not what they think it is. What I can help you with: — Agile coaching and team transformation: helping Scrum Masters become system thinkers, teams become self-organising, and leaders become enablers rather than bottlenecks — Programme and project management: scoping complex work, managing dependencies, keeping delivery on track, and making sure stakeholders always know exactly where things stand — AI product strategy and delivery: evaluating AI architectures, defining adoption roadmaps, building the governance frameworks that keep AI trustworthy, and measuring whether it is actually working — Lean and continuous improvement: designing and facilitating Kaizen workshops, Value Stream Mapping, and A3 problem solving for organisations that want to eliminate waste and move faster — Leadership coaching and organisational transformation: helping senior leaders transition from status reporting to value steering, from controlling to enabling My credentials include Accredited Kanban Trainer (AKT — one of fewer than 300 globally), Certified Scrum Professional (CSP-SM and CSP-PO), SAFe Agilist, Agile Certified Coach (ACC), and OKR Practitioner, among others. I have worked across India, Europe, and the US in multicultural environments ranging from fast-growing startups to global enterprises. I am based in Prague, Czech Republic, and work with clients globally. If you are not sure whether your problem is something I can help with — send me a message. I would rather spend five minutes figuring that out together than have you hire someone who is not the right fit. Honest conversations save everyone time.

CAREER PROFILE * Experienced Engineering/Program Manager with 19 years of expertise in managing large-scale projects across finance, retail, and technology sectors, including the management of projects with a total contract value (TCV) of $9.73 million. * Proven ability to build strong client relationships, manage stakeholder expectations, and ensure seamless project delivery with a client satisfaction NPS of 9 and a CSAT score of 95%. * Strategic leader focused on aligning teams, processes, and technology to deliver measurable business outcomes in dynamic environments. Successfully set up and managed enterprise programs for major accounts such as Albertsons and The Children's Place. * Skilled in overseeing 4 Scrum teams simultaneously, delivering high-quality results with a score of 9.5/10. * SAFe-certified Scrum Master and Product Owner , proficient in facilitating Agile ceremonies, optimizing team

I’m a professional coach and transformation consultant expert in helping people achieving clarity performance and success. I’ve coached individuals and orgs across a wide range of industries, countries and contexts. My private clients include professionals from organisations such as PayPal, Mastercard, Accenture, ServiceNow, TUSLA, the UN, and others. I’ve helped clients overcome challenges, clarify goals, and grow at every stage of their journey, from emerging entrepreneurs to executives, employees, teams, and fellow coaches. I foster an inclusive environment where clients of all genders, backgrounds, and neurotypes feel seen, heard, safe and supported. With 20+ years of experience, I bridge structure and intuition combining performance coaching, and creative insight to drive human-centered transformation. My approach blends innovation with deep empathy, helping clients adapt and thrive in complexity. I create high-performing, resilient teams and design initiatives that honor each organization’s culture while fostering continuous improvement and sustainable growth. I hold an ICF-ACC certification from the International Coaching Federation and am a Certified ScrumMaster with the Scrum Alliance. 🌟 Areas of Expertise - One-to-one coaching, career and leadership coaching & mentoring, executive presence - Team coaching and facilitation, business coaching - Performance coaching and transformation consulting - Organizational development and change management - Lean and Agile coaching, vocational training program design and delivery - Management and leadership training design, delivery, and oversight - Implementation of continuous improvement practices (Kaizen) - Coaching in regulated environments (IT, healthcare, legal, finance, public administration) 🎯 What I Deliver: - Lean, Agile, Scrum Coaching: Transform teams into high-performing, autonomous units. - Leadership Development: Reduce management stress through effective frameworks. - Irish Lean & Agile Grants: Help companies access government funding for transformation projects - Organizational Wellbeing: Create psychologically safe, inclusive workplaces. - Innovation and leadership: vocational training program design and delivery - Kaizen: Implementation of continuous improvement practices - Consulting in regulated industries (IT, healthcare, legal, finance, public administration) - Employees and HR support: goals and performance reviews, PIPs, support during reorgs 🏆 Recent Achievements: - I served on the international Agile team curating the Scrum Alliance’s Global Scrum Gathering 2025. - I hosted "Future-Ready Coaching: Empowering the NextGeneration of Leaders" and the annual "Coaching for Collective Impact" events during ICF International Coaching Week 2025. - Coached geo-distributed cross-functional teams at Trūata (Mastercard/IBM joint venture). - Designed training programs reaching hundreds professionals across healthcare, fintech, legal and public sectors. - Led digital transformation for 75+ Italian Chambers of Commerce. - Published author of "MEET the Meeting Model" and "Beyond the Sprint". 🎓 Core Qualifications: ICF: Associate Certified Coach (ICF-ACC) Six Sigma Academy Amsterdam: Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Microsoft Certified Trainer for: Azure Solution Architect; DevOps Engineer; Security Engineer; Az Developer. Security Engineer Associate; Az Developer Associate. SCRUM Alliance: Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) ICAGILE: Certified Professional in Agile Coaching (ICP-ACC) & Team Facilitation (ICP-ATF) EDX: TU Delft – Leadership for Engineers EDX: University of Michigan – Data Science Ethics EDX: ETH Zürich – Agile Software Development EDX: Univ. Carlos III de Madrid – The Software Architect Code EDX: University of Washington – Leadership and Management for PM Practitioners in IT PMI: Coaching Skills for Leaders and Managers Coursera: University of Virginia – Managing Agile Teams ILI – Irish Life Coach Institute: Advanced diploma in Personal and Business Coaching (ICF-ACSTH) ILI – Irish Life Coach Institute: Diploma in Personal, Business and Executive Coaching (ICF-ACSTH) EDX: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne – Space Mission Design and Operations EDX: MIT – Astronautics and Human Spaceflight EDX: Harvard University – Super-Earths and Life Alison: Diploma in the Symptoms, 🌍 Unique Value: My approach combines technical expertise with human-centered coaching—perfect for organizations wanting sustainable change without burnout. The future doesn’t wait. Neither should you.

As a Senior IT Project Manager and Certified Scrum Master (PSM I), I specialize in delivering complex software solutions by bridging the gap between business goals and technical execution. With a proven track record at industry leaders like SoftServe and HRS Group, I have successfully managed cross-functional teams and simultaneous Scrum streams in highly coordinated environments. What I bring to your project: ✦ Agile Leadership: Experience managing multiple teams simultaneously, ensuring seamless delivery of complex B2B and B2C products. ✦ Stakeholder Alignment: Expertise in commanding varied stakeholder audiences and ensuring all parties are aligned with the product vision. ✦ Proven Reliability: My approach is built on integrity and a "fearlessness in standing up for what is right," ensuring projects stay on track even in challenging situations. ✦ Certified Expertise: Deep knowledge of Scrum frameworks backed by Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) certification. My previous colleagues and clients often highlight my ability to maintain a positive team atmosphere while delivering innovative solutions under tight deadlines. I am dedicated to fostering an environment where developers can perform at their best and stakeholders feel confident in the results.

- 10+ years of experience in Software Testing and QA. - Solid expertise in Manual Testing and Test Automation. - Vast experience in Functional, Integration, System, Compatibility, Cross-browser testing of Web and Mobile Apps. - Proficient in defining requirements, test planning, reporting issues. - Can work with teams following Agile or Waterfall approaches. - Experienced in leading teams and working with remote teams. - Clear and concise status reporting and metrics. - Proactively communicate issues and share ideas/thoughts on improvements. - Quick learner, coach and mentor. Tools: Selenium | WebdriverIO | Appium | Locust | Jira | Confluence | Quality Center | Frameworks: JUnit | TestNG | JBehave | Python PY Framework Languages: Python | Java | IBM Host On-Demand Macro Scripting Certifications: - Certified Scrum Master and AWS Certified Solution Architect. - IBM Certified DB2 Professional and TOGAF certification in 2007.