Jason Blake Email & Phone Number

I am an experienced SAFe-Agile Coach and Program Manager that has spent the last 8+ years spearheading the adoption of the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) and CI/CD toolsets within the Digital Aviation Solutions (DAS) division. My role focuses on driving efficiencies, enhancing quality, and accelerating speed to market for Boeing's DAS software development and product delivery teams.With over twelve years of dedicated experience, I have honed key skills in strategic planning, stakeholder management, and the adept use of Agile development practices, including the expert application of tools like Jira and Confluence from the Atlassian Suite, as well as collaboration & communication tools. My comprehensive approach includes rigorous assessment skills, such as data and risk analysis and business process gap analysis, which facilitate tailored solution implementation.As a seasoned SAFe Agile Coach, I am deeply involved in guiding organizations through their Agile journey, beginning with foundational "As-Is" assessments and progressing through the strategic design and execution of transformation initiatives. This includes defining role-specific Agile training and development programs for critical roles like Scrum Masters and Product Owners, significantly boosting team capabilities and alignment with Agile methodologies.My expertise extends to crafting multi-year strategic Agile plans, facilitating the migration of teams to optimized Agile environments, and leading change by engaging with senior executives to secure buy-in for transformative strategies. I am also skilled in metric-based management, regularly producing metrics reports to track progress and refine processes. My efforts consistently result in measurable improvements in operational excellence and client satisfaction, underscoring my commitment to team collaboration and communication across diverse business and technical groups.In summary, my career is marked by a proven track record of strategic agility, effective team mentorship, and a robust understanding of both the theoretical and practical applications of SAFe Agile principles, making me a pivotal asset in any enterprise aiming to harness the full potential of Agile methodologies.

Listed skills include Program Management, Leadership, Management, Team Building, and 46 others.