MWAFAQ ABUSHANAB
SCRUM MASTER | AGILE COACH
Hanau
Summary
Offering strong foundation in Agile principles and passion for fostering team collaboration and growth. Brings solid understanding of Agile methodologies and project management, ensuring delivery of high-quality results. Ready to use and develop communication and facilitation skills in Agile Coach role.
Developed skills in team facilitation and project management within high-paced, collaborative environments. Focused on effective communication and continuous improvement, driving team success and operational efficiency. Seeking to leverage these transferable skills in new, dynamic field to achieve impactful results.
Knowledgeable Agile Coach with proven track record of fostering agile transformations in diverse environments. Leveraged expertise to streamline processes and enhance team productivity. Demonstrated proficiency in agile methodologies and effective facilitation skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
16
16
Certifications
5
5
Languages
Work History
Agile Coach
SELF-EMPLOYED
11.2022 - Current
- Spearhead multiple enterprise-level SAFe transformations, providing strategic guidance in planning, execution, and continual enhancement processes
- Coach executives, managers, and cross-functional teams in SAFe principles and methodologies, fostering collaboration, transparency, and perpetual learning
- Drive the implementation of Lean-Agile metrics, AI integrations, and automation, empowering stakeholders with actionable insights for data-driven decision-making and improving delivery predictability
- Achieve a notable 30% reduction in release cycle time through the implementation of streamlined Lean-Agile metrics, resulting in a significant enhancement of delivery efficiency
SAFe Practice Consultant
AL-NOMAN FOUNDATION
06.2021 - Current
- Leading multiple enterprise-level SAFe transformations, providing strategic guidance and overseeing planning, execution, and continuous improvement processes and innovation
- Coaching executives, managers, and teams in SAFe principles and practices, fostering a culture of collaboration, transparency, and relentless improvement
- Implementing Lean-Agile metrics and tracking mechanisms to enable data-driven decision-making and enhance delivery predictability
- Orchestrating a significant 30% reduction in release cycle time through streamlined Lean-Agile metrics, resulting in enhanced delivery efficiency
RTE
ROSE PARK
02.2018 - 12.2019
- Led multiple successful Agile Release Train (ART) transformations, driving alignment and enhancing delivery efficiency
- Coached executives, managers, and Agile teams in Lean principles and practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and optimize flow
- Facilitated Program Increment (PI) Planning sessions, ensuring strategic alignment and predictability in delivery
- Enabled a notable 20% reduction in time-to-market by facilitating Agile Release Train (ART) transformations and promoting cross-team collaboration
Agile Business Analyst
RED PERIT
02.2018 - 12.2019
- Conducted data prescriptive analytic techniques and specifications to support strategy initiatives, roadmaps, and presentations, mitigating future risks through proactive measures
- Revamped vendor management protocols to mitigate risks, reduce costs, and foster loyal relationships, resulting in improved vendor performance and operational efficiency
- Enhanced the development and reporting process for line managers, leading to increased standardization of business processes and improved organizational efficiency
Scrum Master
COGNIZANT
10.2017 - 12.2019
- Guided multiple Agile teams in adopting Scrum practices, facilitating sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
- Identified and eliminated impediments and bottlenecks to maximize team efficiency and ensure the delivery of high-quality products
- Cultivated a culture of innovation and continuous learning within Agile teams, resulting in a significant 15% increase in on-time project delivery
- Drove a notable 20% increase in on-time project delivery by proactively addressing impediments and promoting a culture of continuous improvement
SAFe Transformation Lead
ITUTOR GROUP
12.2017 - 11.2019
- Collaborated with the team to continuously improve its internal practices and processes to build predictability and efficiencies
- Determined team capacity (velocity) from historical data, promote CI/CD, corporate compliance
- Communicated the progress to senior management thru 'Burn-down Charts'
- Monitored the Quality thru metrics and mentored and coached the team
- Researched and prepared presentations for C-level suite regarding profitability reports, policies, internal operating inefficiencies, and industry trends
- Manage client engagement services and solution implementation (e.g
- When releasing new updates) by executing industries best business practices and ensuring effective and efficient solution resources are in place
Enterprise Coach
SPEEXX
06.2018 - 09.2019
- Coached Scrum teams in Agile methodologies, fostering self-organization, continuous improvement, and value delivery
- Collaborate with Product Owners to refine and prioritize backlogs, ensuring alignment with business priorities and objectives
- Conducted Agile maturity assessments and proposed process improvements, resulting in a notable 20% increase in productivity
- Achieved a significant 15% improvement in team throughput by conducting Agile maturity assessments and implementing targeted process enhancements
Business Analyst
MATTRESS FIRM
07.2016 - 10.2017
- Applied data prescriptive analytic techniques and specifications to support strategy initiatives, roadmaps, and presentations, mitigating future risks through proactive measures
- Revamped vendor management protocols to mitigate risks, reduce costs, and foster loyal relationships, resulting in improved vendor performance and operational efficiency
- Enhanced the development and reporting process for line managers, leading to increased standardization of business processes and improved organizational efficiency
- Achieved a notable 15% reduction in operational risks by implementing data-driven prescriptive analytics, enhancing decision-making for strategy initiatives and mitigating potential risks
Agile Project Manager
INSTITUTE OF HYALUAL OF SWITZERLAND
04.2014 - 06.2016
- Assisted in Agile development, project planning, IT project management, and project documentation, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and timelines
- Collaborated with finance processes management and stakeholders to identify and implement changes to transactions, improving efficiency and accuracy in financial processes
- Utilized a CRM system to explore new revenue opportunities and re-establish relationships with internal customers, enhancing revenue generation and customer satisfaction
- Conducted regular team meetings and provided project updates to stakeholders, fostering communication and transparency throughout project lifecycles
- Led a successful transition to Agile methodologies and improved project documentation, resulting in a significant 30% decrease in project completion time
Business Trainer
BOSCH
10.2013 - 03.2014
- Managed the development, education, and improvement of training programs, fostering ongoing learning and skill enhancement among employees
- Provided committed coaching using various methods such as coaching, consulting, and influencing, to facilitate professional growth and development
- Analyzed and identified highly motivated and disciplined employees with excellent analytical skills, leveraging their potential to drive organizational success
- Designed effective teaching programs for teams and subcontractors, including presentations and curriculum specifications, to ensure comprehensive skill development
- Enhanced employee performance by 25% through personalized coaching and tailored training programs, resulting in increased productivity and skills development
Education
Bachelor of Science - International Business
University of South Carolina
Columbia South Carolina 04.2001 -
Skills
Servant leadership
Scaling agile
User story creation
Adaptive planning
Sprint planning
Backlog grooming
Agile risk management
Agile tool proficiency
Agile metrics analysis
Agile training
Proficient in JIRA, Azure DevOps, PowerBI
Leadership development
Certification
Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) - Scrum Alliance.
Timeline
Lean Portfolio Management
02-2024
Leading SAFe
01-2024
Certified SAFe Scrum Master
09-2023
Certified SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager
09-2023
Agile Product Management
09-2023
DevOps Leader (DOL)
03-2023
Certified SAFe 6 Practice Consultant
03-2023
ICAgile Certified Professional -Enterprise Agile Coaching
02-2023
SAFe Advanced Scrum Master
02-2023
Agile Coach
SELF-EMPLOYED
11.2022 - Current
Salesforce Certified Administrator (SCA)
05-2022
Salesforce Certified Platform Developer 1
04-2022
SAFe Practice Consultant
AL-NOMAN FOUNDATION
06.2021 - Current
Scrum Product Owner Certified (SPOC)
05-2021
ITIL Foundation
04-2021
DevOps Foundation
09-2020
Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) - Scrum Alliance.
08-2018
Enterprise Coach
SPEEXX
06.2018 - 09.2019
RTE
ROSE PARK
02.2018 - 12.2019
Agile Business Analyst
RED PERIT
02.2018 - 12.2019
SAFe Transformation Lead
ITUTOR GROUP
12.2017 - 11.2019
TEFL
10-2017
Scrum Master
COGNIZANT
10.2017 - 12.2019
Business Analyst
MATTRESS FIRM
07.2016 - 10.2017
Agile Project Manager
INSTITUTE OF HYALUAL OF SWITZERLAND
04.2014 - 06.2016
Business Trainer
BOSCH
10.2013 - 03.2014
Bachelor of Science - International Business
University of South Carolina
04.2001 -
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