⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ''Tomas is a great team player, enthusiastic, focused on the task, ready to learn more and willing to go an extra mile to ensure that the project is on time and successful. He has exceptional people skills, and is fun to work with. I highly recommend him for any project management position.'' ➜ Ondrej Macko| 26House Odoo ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ''I had a pleasure to work with Tomas on two projects. He as a highly skilled professional, is great person to have in team. Tomas ability to handle multiple task and coordinate various teams is out standing. On top of that he is really willing to understand most of the details in order to better understand sequence of the task. He really know how to move things forward and help all the people in the project.'' ➜ Michal Filip| CSOB Bank I'm Tomas experienced Certified Scrum Master with 14+ Years in Software Development as a Freelancer. ⭐Here's what I can bring to your project ⭐ 🚫 No Structure for Scrum Events ➜ ✅ Clear Agenda and Timeboxing for All Ceremonies 🚫 Overcommitment in Sprints ➜ ✅ Realistic Sprint Planning with Capacity Awareness 🚫 Lack of Feedback During Retro ➜ ✅ Open, Constructive, and Actionable Feedback in Retro 🚫 Poor Task Prioritization ➜ ✅ Backlog Prioritized by Business Value and Team Input 🚫 Sprint Scope Creep ➜ ✅ Scope Control with Clear Definition of Done 🚫 Inconsistent Velocity ➜ ✅ Predictable Velocity with Balanced Workload 🚫 Lack of Ownership ➜ ✅ Increased Accountability Across the Team 🚫 Silence from Stakeholders During Reviews ➜ ✅ Active Stakeholder Involvement and Feedback in Sprint Reviews ⭐ Why Choose Me as Your Freelancer ⭐ ✅ Client Focus: My main goal is to deliver value and earn trust from every client. ✅ Exceeding Expectations: I always aim to go beyond what's expected, ensuring clients are satisfied. ✅ Clear Communication: I stay responsive and keep communication open to ensure smooth collaboration. ✅ Problem Solver: I tackle challenges quickly and effectively, always finding solutions. ✅ Care and Respect: I treat every project with care and respect, focusing on my clients’ needs and positive results ➥ Professional Links: 👥 LinkedIn Profile name: /in/bctomaskaraba/ ⭐ Visit me Website: tomaskaraba.com 📝 Scrum dot org profile: /user/402943 ➥ Certifications: ▪️ SAFe Scrum Master Certification (SSM) ▪️ Professional Scrum Master (PSM I) ▪️ Scrum Product Owner (PSPO I) ▪️ Scaled Professional Scrum Nexus (SPS) ➥ Tools Expertise: ▪️ Proficient in using Jira, Confluence, Asana, Trello, MS Teams, MS Office, MS Office 365, Google Workspace, Conceptboard. ➥ Methodologies: ▪️ Specialized in Agile, Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, and Nexus, to drive continuous improvement and deliver high-quality results. ➥ Education: ▪️ Bachelor's Degree in Applied Mathematics and Informatics ➥ What my clients say about me on LinkedIn Reviews: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Peter Vlcek, IBM ''Tomas is a goal-oriented Scrum Master interested in continuous improvement and constant progress of the team. He's able to adapt quickly and work towards the goal until achieved. '' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Dusan Karac, IBM ''Tomas is an effective Scrum Master who does very well at working with a distributed team. He is a quick learner and is keen to uncover gaps for team improvement. He is diligent and structured, takes ownership of tasks and projects globally.'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Ondrej Macko, Odoo ''Tomas is a great team player, enthusiastic, focused on the task, ready to learn more and willing to go an extra mile to ensure that the project is on time and successful. He has exceptional people skills, and is fun to work with. I highly recommend him for any project management position.'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Jan Sebek, Walmark Agile, hard worker, experienced in IT projects development, really good team member. Able to manage several teams and project at once. I can recommend him easily. ➥ Experience with: Scrum Framework, Agile Methodologies, Sprint Planning, Sprint Retrospective, Agile Coaching, Backlog Management, Facilitation, Cross-functional Teams, Stakeholder Engagement, Continuous Improvement, Agile Project Management, Time-boxing, Problem-Solving, Team Dynamics, Kanban, Agile Transformation, Product Owner Collaboration, Release Planning, Increment Delivery, Agile Metrics and Reporting, Risk Management, Quality Assurance in Agile, Team Empowerment, Agile Tools (e.g., JIRA, Trello), Velocity Tracking, Scrum Ceremonies, Impediment Removal, Remote Team Management, Agile Best Practices, Self-Organizing Teams, Change Management, Collaboration and Communication, Conflict Resolution.

Customer-centric, energetic, self-motivated process and result oriented Senior Project Manager | Program Manager | Delivery Manager, | Scrum Master, Virtual Assistant, Operations Manager, Chief of Staff | PMP | CSM | Lean Six Sigma | Cloud Azure, AWS, GCP| Healthcare | BFSI | IT| SAP, Cyber Security, Insurance, AI. Are you a startup, mid-sized firm, or enterprise client looking for an experienced, results-driven Project Manager who can take ownership of your projects and deliver quality outcomes across teams, time zones, and tech stacks? You're in the right place — I’m Sitaram, a certified project and operations management expert with 15+ years of experience, managing complex global programs and delivering results across IT, healthcare, cloud, AI/ML, e-commerce, banking, and software development domains. 🔹 Certifications & Qualifications 🎓 MBA – Project & Operations Management 🏆 PMP | PRINCE2 | Certified Scrum Master (CSM) 🔐 Certified Cyber Security Professional | Leading SAFe Agilist 📊 ITIL | Lean Six Sigma Black Belt ☁️ Certified Cloud Practitioner – Azure, AWS, GCP Certified Click Up Expert 🔹 What I Bring to Your Project: ✅ End-to-end project delivery (scope, schedule, cost, quality) ✅ Agile, Waterfall, SAFe implementation & coaching ✅ Managed distributed teams of 40–60+ resources globally ✅ Successfully handled $20M+ budgets ✅ Vendor, client, and team management across regions ✅ Expertise in incident, change, problem management ✅ 100% client satisfaction in fast-paced delivery environments 🔹 Domain Experience: 🏥 Healthcare (Johnson & Johnson, Assumption Life) (SaaS, PaaS, IaaS) ☁️ Cloud Projects (Azure Virtual Desktop, AWS Migration, GCP Implementation) 🛍️ E-Commerce & Retail (Nykaa, Workday) 💳 Banking & Finance (HSBC, Microsoft BFSI teams) 💡 AI/ML (AIBridgeML) 🖥️ IT Application Development & Web Content Management 🔧 ERP & Support Projects (SAP, Application Maintenance) 🔹 Tools I Use: Project & Collaboration: Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps, Microsoft Project, Click Up, Trello, Asana, Monday.com, ServiceNow, Zoho, Notion, Miro, ChatGPT, Gemini, DeepSeek, other AI tools. Communication & Automation: Slack, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Zapier, Salesforce Documentation & Visualization: Draw.io, Confluence, Visio, Miro, OneNote, Microsoft Word 🔹 Scrum & Agile Expertise: Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Reviews & Retrospectives Backlog Grooming, Story Estimation, Velocity Planning Agile Coaching for teams & Product Owners Technical Refinement & Prioritization 🔹 Roles I Can Support: Project Manager / Program Manager Scrum Master / Agile Coach Delivery Manager / Operations Manager Services Manager / Incident Manager Virtual Assistant (Project Ops) / Chief of Staff 🔹 Key Competencies: Cross-functional Team Leadership Strategic Delivery Planning Risk & Compliance Management Incident Management, Change Management, Problem Management & RCA. Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement Stakeholder Communication & Executive Reporting Client Onboarding & Global Account Delivery Workflow Design & Change Management With a proven track record of delivering success for Fortune 500 clients including Amazon, Johnson & Johnson, HSBC, Microsoft, Insight, and Workday, I bring a combination of strategy, execution, and people leadership to every engagement. Delivered projects cost more than 20 million dollars. Accomplishments: Awarded as client champion for JNJ project. Customer obsession award, star performer and wall of fame in customer service in Amazon. Let’s connect and deliver your project with excellence. — Sitaram

Summary Certified Scrum Master and Agile Coach with 10 years of experience driving agile transformations, coaching teams, and enhancing project delivery in diverse environments. Proven track record of fostering collaboration, improving team performance, and aligning stakeholders to achieve organizational goals. Skilled in Agile frameworks, conflict resolution, and mentoring cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact results.

Seasoned Agile Project and Product Management leader with 21+ years of experience driving innovation, revenue growth, and operational excellence across global enterprises and high-growth startups. Skilled in aligning business goals with user needs, delivering mission-critical projects on time, and scaling teams and products with precision. Known for operating at the intersection of technology, strategy, and execution to transform complex challenges into scalable, user-centric solutions. ________________________________________ Core Competencies • Product Strategy & Roadmapping (B2B, B2C, SaaS, AI-powered platforms) • End-to-End Project Delivery (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, Waterfall) • Agile Transformation & Coaching (scaling teams from 5 to 150+) • Stakeholder Management (C-Suite, cross-functional squads) • Pre-Sales & GTM Leadership (pitch decks, RFPs, revenue growth) • Data-Driven Decision Making (KPI optimization, product analytics) ________________________________________ Technical Expertise • Tools: Jira, Confluence, Asana, Power BI, ServiceNow, Azure DevOps, AWS, N8N • Technology: COBOL, JCL, DB2, Python • Methodologies: Agile - Scrum, Scaled Agile Framework, Kanban, Waterfall • Certifications: Agile Project and Delivery Management (ICP-APP), SAFe Program Consultant, Scrum Master, AWS Cloud Practitioner, Advanced Certified Scrum Product Owner ________________________________________ Industry Experience Healthcare | FinTech | Auto Lending | FMCG | SaaS | Enterprise Software | Retail | Blockchain | Gaming | E-commerce | Mobile Apps | D2C Brands ________________________________________ Key Achievements • Delivered $5.6M ARR managing 4 parallel enterprise projects • Secured $8M in SaaS contracts through AI-powered healthcare solutions • Boosted product revenue by $1.2M with lifecycle ownership in MedTech • Reduced process times by 40% through automation • Built operating systems for D2C brands, achieving 37% faster delivery cycles and 68% workload reduction via automation • Trusted by global brands (BoA,HSBC,Accenture) for enterprise-scale Jira and Atlassian architecture, saving clients 100+ hours/month ________________________________________ Leadership & Impact • Scaled teams from startup chaos to structured execution across web, mobile, and cloud platforms • Designed AI-powered dashboards, OKR systems, and automation frameworks for leadership visibility and operational efficiency • Delivered 50+ projects across startups and 7-figure D2C brands, consistently improving delivery speed and execution quality • Recognized for combining strategic vision with hands-on execution, ensuring products not only launch but thrive in competitive markets ________________________________________ Value Proposition Clients and employers choose me over others because: ✔️ I own outcomes, not just tasks ✔️ I combine strategic thinking with execution excellence ✔️ Apply thought process scale products and teams with precision ✔️ Deliver measurable ROI through automation, process optimization, and product innovation ✔️Efficient release management Thanks S K

Are you ready to unlock the full potential of you or your Business Agility with a seasoned Agile Transformation Expert? With over 24 years of unwavering commitment to excellence, I bring a proven track record of driving organizational success and enhancing business agility as an Enterprise Agile Coach. My expertise spans across Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, LeSS, and Scrum@Scale frameworks, combined with leadership enablement and process optimization skills. I am passionate about fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration, ensuring substantial business value and growth within the Information Technology industry. As a dedicated professional, I have the ability to lead, coach, mentor, and train teams and leaders, guiding them through successful Agile transformations and achieving remarkable results. Let's transform your organization and achieve extraordinary success together. * Experienced Agile Coach and Transformation Coach with over two decades of experience in the IT industry. Ability to guide organizations through Agile transformations successfully, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture. * Expertise in various Agile methodologies, including Scrum,ScrumBan, ScrumXP, Kanban, and Scaled Agile Frameworks like SAFe,Large-Scale Scrum & Scrum@Scale coupled with a deep understanding of Lean principles. * Successfully coached and mentored teams at various levels, from developers to executives, on agile principles and practices. * Possess strong technical skills and experience with TDD, BDD, DevOps, and cloud computing, enabling effective guidance in technical excellence. * Proven ability to identify and resolve impediments, manage risks, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. * Adept at facilitating Agile ceremonies, conducting training sessions, and creating a collaborative and supportive team environment. * Experienced in working with distributed teams and managing stakeholders at all levels. * Passionate advocate for Agile values and principles, continuously seeking opportunities to improve processes and deliver exceptional customer value. * Proven ability to establish metrics-driven approaches to track progress, identify areas for improvement, and demonstrate the value of Agile methodologies. * Possess strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, enabling effective collaboration and stakeholder management. * Experienced in working with various tools, including JIRA, Confluence, ADO, Rally, to support Agile practices and track progress. * Adept at creating and maintaining process documentation, including agile playbooks and training materials. * Actively involved in the Agile community, continuously seeking opportunities to learn, grow, and contribute to the advancement of Agile principles and practices. * Proven track record of successfully delivering projects on time and within budget while adhering to Agile principles. * Played various roles in Agile platform like Developerm, Scrum Master, Product Owner, Release Train Engineer, Agile Coach and helped organization for their Business Agility * Holds multiple Agile certifications, including Leading SAFe, SAFe Program Consultant ( SPC ), Kanban Management Professional ( KMP ), ICAgile Certified Professional - Agile Coaching ( ICP-ACC ), Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) and Certified Scrum Master ( CSM ) "I had a pleasure to work with Raj for over 2.5 years. Raj is an enthusiastic Agile practitioner, technical savvy, and an easy-going guy. He always tried to impart knowledge, suggest better practices to people around him. Apart from regular work, he shows a keen interest in public activities like organizing tech events, scrum events, etc., He always indulges in keen discussions about improvising processes that yield to better productivity, improvising technical architecture, latest technologies. If you are looking for someone who can contribute to your organization's improvement in process, culture and technical aspects, Raj is the one I would recommend." - Praveen Vutukuri, Product Leader.

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION Professional Scrum Master ll, Scrum.org Agile Coaching, ICP-ACC Agile Team Facilitation, ICP-ATF Product Management Simulator, GoPractice Designing for Change, IDEO U Org Topologies: Designing Agile Ecosystems Systems Thinking, Co-actors The Art of Product Management, Aliaksei Minkevich Management School Kanban System Design, Kanban University Team Coach by David Clutterbuck Coaching&Mentoring International LTD Management 3.0 Scrum in the Large by Gunther Verheyen User Story Mapping workshop by Scrum.ua Certified LeSS Practitioner, Agilix Professional Scrum Master l, Scrum.org Professional Scrum Product Owner, Scrum.org Liberating Structures Training Course , Agilix With over 8 years of experience as a Scrum Master and Agile Coach, I help Product development teams deliver customer value and achieve business goals. I create a safe and collaborative environment, foster creative thinking and learning, and empower the teams to overcome challenges and deliver high-quality products.

With years of experience as a Scrum Master, JIRA expert, Project Manager, and Agile Coach, I have successfully led cross-functional teams and managed large-scale projects I’ve played a key role in facilitating Agile ceremonies, customizing JIRA for optimal workflow management, and coaching teams toward self-organization and continuous improvement. As an Agile Coach, I’ve guided organizations through Agile transformations, creating a collaborative and high-performance culture. Experienced Scrum Master with experience in managing cross-functional, dynamic teams and handling large-scale projects As a Scrum Master, I am good at: ⭐ Facilitating Daily Stand Ups, Sprint Planning, Capacity Planning, Sprint Demo, Sprint Retrospective, and Backlog Refinement ⭐ Resolving impediments and blockers for team members to maintain smooth workflow ⭐ Helping Product Owners refine and prioritize the Backlog to ensure focus on delivering value ⭐ Assisting the team in managing the Backlog, User Stories, and estimation techniques ⭐ Ensuring Scrum Events are followed efficiently and Agile best practices are fully implemented ⭐ Ensuring quality deliverables are produced on time, meeting deadlines, and exceeding stakeholder expectations ⭐ Reporting and communicating with external stakeholders, maintaining transparency and visibility throughout the process ⭐ Maintaining clear and up-to-date project documentation for effective collaboration JIRA expert with experience in creating, managing and optimizing JIRA environments to meet the needs of cross-functional teams and organizations. As a JIRA expert, I am good at: ⭐ Administrative JIRA changes like creating projects, workflows, schemes, issue types like epics, user stories, tasks, bugs, and custom fields from the start ⭐ Setting up and managing Jira boards and tasks. ⭐ Workflow or custom field changes, dashboard creation, report creation, team management, and permission management within JIRA ⭐ Coaching teams on JIRA best practices ⭐ Generating reports corresponding to team metrics and organizational KPIs Agile Coach with experience in guiding organizations through Agile transformations and coaching teams to achieve high performance. As an Agile Coach, I am good at: ⭐ Coaching teams on Agile principles and practices ⭐ Mentoring leaders and stakeholders to embrace Agile mindsets ⭐ Facilitating Agile workshops and training sessions ⭐ Helping organizations scale Agile practices (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) ⭐ Fostering self-organization and continuous improvement within teams ⭐ Aligning team efforts with business goals to deliver value efficiently ⭐ Ensuring collaboration and transparency across teams and stakeholders ⭐ Supporting leadership in driving successful Agile transformations Project Manager with experience of leading large-scale projects and cross-functional teams, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with organizational goals. As a Project Manager, I am good at: ⭐ Developing project plans, defining scope, objectives, and deliverables, and ensuring alignment with stakeholders ⭐ Managing project timelines, resources, and budgets to ensure projects are completed within scope and on schedule ⭐ Coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution and timely delivery of milestones ⭐ Identifying project risks and issues, implementing mitigation strategies, and ensuring smooth problem resolution ⭐ Tracking project performance and providing regular updates to stakeholders on progress, risks, and changes ⭐ Ensuring effective communication across teams and with stakeholders to maintain transparency and collaboration ⭐ Facilitating meetings and workshops to keep teams aligned, motivated, and focused on objectives ⭐ Managing changes in project scope, schedule, and resources to ensure successful project outcomes ⭐ Ensuring post-project evaluations are conducted to identify areas of improvement for future projects

About Me: I am a Certified Agile Coach, Scrum Master, Product Owner, and Kanban Practitioner with more than 18 years of experience in the software industry. My career has been dedicated to helping organizations transform, optimize, and scale their delivery capabilities through a combination of Agile Transformation, Delivery Leadership, and Process Improvement. My Core Expertise: Agile Transformation: Designing and implementing Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, Hybrid models) that enable adaptability, faster value delivery, and improved stakeholder alignment. Delivery Leadership: Establishing governance frameworks, performance dashboards, and OKRs/KPIs to ensure delivery predictability, transparency, and alignment with business strategy. Process Improvement: Streamlining workflows, removing bottlenecks, and embedding quality practices across Development, QA, PMO, and Business Analysis functions. Consultancy Leadership: Providing strategic consultancy to startups and mid-sized tech firms, ensuring their delivery ecosystems are structured, efficient, and scalable. My Consultancy Experience: Through my consultancy, I have partnered with organizations across diverse industries to elevate performance and build sustainable delivery models. My consultancy engagements have included: Comprehensive Audits – Conducting deep-dive evaluations of delivery, QA, and PMO practices to uncover inefficiencies, followed by actionable recommendations and roadmaps for improvement. Process Maturity & Optimization – Helping organizations move from reactive, ad-hoc practices to structured, metrics-driven delivery with predictable outcomes. High-Performing Teams – Coaching and mentoring cross-functional teams to foster ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement, resulting in stronger team dynamics and productivity. Structure & Governance – Setting up PMOs, risk registers, stakeholder registers, and RACI frameworks to build clarity, accountability, and alignment across teams. Leadership Coaching – Developing Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and Project Managers into effective leaders capable of driving sustainable Agile practices. Client Impact & Outcomes: Clients I’ve worked with have seen measurable improvements such as: Predictability – Achieving 90–95% sprint commitments met and reduced delivery variance. Quality Assurance – Fewer than 3 critical defects per release, with 70%+ automated test coverage in core modules. Governance & Alignment – Clear reporting structures, quarterly plans, and KPIs that ensure delivery is aligned with strategic objectives. Efficiency Gains – Reduced feature release cycles and faster time-to-market for key products. Stronger Teams – Cross-functional teams evolving into high-performing, self-organized units with improved collaboration and accountability. My Approach: I bridge strategy with execution. Every engagement follows a clear, structured flow: Audit & Assess – Analyze current delivery, process, and organizational maturity. Design & Recommend – Provide practical, tailored solutions aligned with business needs. Implement & Coach – Work closely with teams and leadership to embed change. Measure & Scale – Establish KPIs, OKRs, and dashboards to track progress and enable sustainable scaling. Why Clients Choose Me: Organizations choose to work with me because I offer a rare balance of strategic consultancy and hands-on delivery leadership. My focus is not just on solving immediate challenges but also on building the right structures, practices, and culture for long-term success. If your organization is looking to: Transform delivery processes, build high-performing Agile teams, introduce structure and governance without losing agility, Align delivery outcomes with ROI and business value, …I can help you achieve these goals with precision, clarity, and measurable impact.

Certified Scrum Product Owner® (CSPO) with 4+ years of experience in Agile, Scrum, and Product Management, working across AI-driven and digital products. I have hands-on experience managing and supporting AI product lines, including Ask Walee, THA App, and THM, where I worked closely with stakeholders, engineering teams, and business leadership to transform data and insights into actionable product decisions. 📈 Key Achievement: Contributed to ~30% revenue growth through: AI-based reporting & insights Product backlog prioritization aligned with business value Data-driven feature planning and release support 💡 What I bring: Strong product ownership mindset Ability to bridge business, AI, and engineering Clear communication with stakeholders Focus on measurable outcomes, not just delivery 🎯 Actively exploring roles in: Product Owner | Agile Product Manager | AI Product Manager | Scrum Product Owner Let’s connect to build impactful, value-driven products. I’ve trained and coached over 15+ development teams across startups and mid-sized companies, guiding them from waterfall to Agile maturity through hands-on training, workshops, and real-time coaching. I specialize in creating servant-leader environments, removing impediments, and continuously improving team velocity and delivery outcomes. 🎯 What I Bring to the Table: Expert facilitation of all Scrum events Agile mindset coaching for teams and stakeholders Scrum implementation from scratch Conflict resolution and stakeholder alignment Real-world Agile practices tailored to team maturity 📘 I’ve also delivered Scrum & Agile training sessions for the past 5 years, helping aspiring Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and development teams build strong foundational knowledge and practical skills. 🛠️ Certifications: Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO)- Scrum Alliance Certified Scrum Master (CSM) – Scrum International And many more 🌍 Let's Connect: If you're looking to build high-performing Scrum teams or want to improve Agile adoption in your organization, let’s have a conversation. I’m passionate about enabling transformation and delivering lasting impact through Agile. If you're looking to streamline your project management and empower your team to achieve more, let's connect and discuss how I can help."

Experienced Scrum Master with a demonstrated history of working in the Software development. Skilled in Agile, Scrum, Requirements Analysis, and Software Project Management. Has experience in both JIRA Cloud(including administration) and JIRA Server, Atlassian Confluence, and test automation tools like Selenium and SAHI