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Rebecca  Robinson, SPC RTE

Rebecca Robinson, SPC RTE

Summary

Motivated Enterprise Project Delivery Manager  and expert problem-solver with advanced SAFe and Agile knowledge and implementation capabilities. Seeking to apply expertise and extensive experience as a SAFe Program Consultant (SPC) to take on a challenging new role with a growing team.


As a Enterprise Project Delivery Manager, I am adept at working with Agile and Scrum methodologies to achieve value and achieve Program Goals.  Able to implement applications developed in  C, C#, Java, JavaScript, HTML, XML and other programming languages. 


In summary, my value add to any organization comes with over 15 years of Professional Project Delivery experience. This experience has helped me become a highly organized and detail-oriented professional that is self-motivated and able to manage all levels of large-scale projects, including budgeting and administration.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
4
4

Agile Certifications

Work History

Enterprise Agile Coach

PG Consulting (UMN)
Minneapolis
07.2022 - Current

- Coached RTE and Leadership Team

- Created Action Plans for RTEs

- Provided role based SAFe Training for Agile Teams

- Devised Strategy for Portfolio Implementation

- Devised Strategy for Large Solution Implementation

- Curated and executed Participatory Budgeting Workshop

- Coached ARTs through Role Clarification Workshops

- Outlined ongoing Value Stream and ART Strategy

- Coached and mentored Scrum Masters and Product Owners

- Improved efficiencies with virtual PI Planning for ARTs by making recommendations that allowed a more efficient flow.

Enterprise Agile Coach

PG Consulting (Edward Jones Consultant)
St Louis
08.2021 - 07.2022
  • Agile Framework implemented - SAFe
  • Launched 6 Agile Release Trains Simultaneously
  • Implemented Lean Portfolio Management across the Operations Portfolio
  • Led LPM Training
  • Worked with Portfolio Leader to implement basic portfolio structure (Epic writing, prioritization and Strategic alignment)
  • Assessed Products Team to ensure value alignment
  • Setup collaborative forums across the Enterprise that helps support continuous improvement of Agile processes and understanding.
  • Developed individualized training plans to achieve staff readiness.
  • Supported productivity increase and business growth through new hire training and mentoring.
  • Created metric strategy to measure value of Agile Transformation across the firm.
  • Improved TTM of value delivery across the Operations portfolio by 30% since agile transformation activities began.
  • Our efforts also indirectly impacted the Branch Satisfaction metrics. The Branches are seeing value delivered sooner, with higher quality which improves their trust with the Product Teams.
  • Recruited and trained new members of guest service team.

Sr Agile Coach & Trainer

Eliassen Group
Atlanta
05.2019 - 08.2021
  • Agile Framework implemented - SAFe and Kanban
  • Participated in over 20 Agile Release Train launches across ATT in various capacities
  • SAFe Training Classes delivered to over 1500 participants: LPM, DevOps, SM, POPM, ASM and Leading SAFe
  • Liaised between executives and mid-level workers, facilitating smooth communication and successfully achieving agile adoption across 30% of The organization in the first year.
  • Trained Finance and Executive Teams for the Agile Transformation at ATT.
  • Created curricula, instructions, documents and written tests for various types of training courses.
  • Developed curricula, instructions, documentation and written tests for Agile Workshops.
  • Verified long-term Agile adoption by implementing updated and continuous training initiatives such as online modules and Instructor led Workshops at ATT.
  • Trained and mentored over 1500 personnel involved in the Agile transformation at ATT.
  • Analyzed company training methods and made adjustments to rectify issues, increase efficiency and exceed training goals, resulting in the development and implementation of our online training practice.
  • Developed written practice tests for the following SAFe Agile Certification courses: Leading SAFe, SAFe Scrum Master, Adv Scrum Master, SAFe POPM and SAFe Release Train Engineer training courses.

Enterprise Agile Coach

Gebbs Consulting
Dunwoody
10.2018 - 05.2019
  • Agile Framework Implemented- SCRUM and Kanban
  • Created multimedia presentations including video and text- for training and development .
  • Developed new process for Agile Project Delivery which resulted in marked performance improvements.
  • Achieved Enterprise Agility goals by training teams and refining processes.
  • Liaised between executives and entry-level workers, facilitating smooth communication and successfully achieving Agile adoption across the organization.
  • Trained and mentored 100 employees on Agile principles.
  • Coordinated workshops and coached leadership to help promote Agile values across the organization.
  • Created and implemented new training initiatives such as online modules, interactive software, language labs and online programs, assuring continuous training to employees to promote long-term excellence.

Agile Consultant

TEKsystems Inc.
West Palm Beach
03.2018 - 10.2018
  • Agile Framework implemented- SAFe
  • Achieved Team Agile objectives by Coaching the Team and increasin Team productivity from 20pts per sprint to 80pts.
  • Worked directly with management, Scrum Masters, and Coaches to brainstorm, discuss strategy and mitigate Agile Transformation issues.
  • Created multimedia presentations including video and text- for Agile Training and Development.

Sr Project Manager

Delta Global Staffing
Hapeville
08.2015 - 01.2018
  • Agile Framework implemented- SCRUM, SAFe and Kanban
  • Implemented Java-based-based web applications that was projected to increase revenue by $10M over 5 years.
  • Developed new processes which resulted in performance improvements.
  • Worked directly with management, Project Managers, and the Agile Transformation Team to brainstorm, discuss strategy and mitigate Agile Transformation issues.

Program Manager

Turner Broadcasting System Inc.
Atlanta
01.2012 - 08.2015
  • Oversaw development, implementation and maintenance of the Digital Video Program within the CNN Digital.
  • Planned, created, tested, and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.
  • Managed senior-level Developers working across all functions of the program.

Education

Bachelor of Applied Science - Computer Science

Wayne State University
Detroit, MI
2006

Skills

  • Conflict resolution
  • Self-motivated
  • Staff development
  • Project Management
  • Strong verbal communication
  • Public speaking
  • Budgeting and finance
  • Product testing
  • Team liaison
  • Extremely organized
  • Process implementation
  • User interface understanding
  • Skilled in Jira, VersionOne and MS Project
  • Team leadership
  • Methodology implementation
  • Risk management processes and analysis

Timeline

Enterprise Agile Coach

PG Consulting (UMN)
07.2022 - Current

Enterprise Agile Coach

PG Consulting (Edward Jones Consultant)
08.2021 - 07.2022

Sr Agile Coach & Trainer

Eliassen Group
05.2019 - 08.2021

Enterprise Agile Coach

Gebbs Consulting
10.2018 - 05.2019

Agile Consultant

TEKsystems Inc.
03.2018 - 10.2018

Sr Project Manager

Delta Global Staffing
08.2015 - 01.2018

Program Manager

Turner Broadcasting System Inc.
01.2012 - 08.2015

Bachelor of Applied Science - Computer Science

Wayne State University
Rebecca Robinson, SPC RTE