Kendall Pierce

About Kendall Pierce

I am an experienced and accomplished leader with a diverse range of expertise in technology consulting, PMO deployment, and project management delivery. Over the past 15 years, I have successfully achieved outcomes across various industries, solidifying my track record.My passion lies in maximizing company results by applying, planning, developing, implementing, and refining project management standards. I firmly believe that a well-executed project management approach is crucial to drive success and deliver exceptional results.One of my greatest strengths is my remarkable capacity for leading cross-functional teams. I have consistently achieved success for both established businesses and new ventures by leveraging my expertise in this area. By adopting a technology-driven and strategic approach, I am able to evaluate organizational needs, challenge conventional wisdom, and address bottlenecks effectively.I am a steadfast supporter of team growth and firmly believe in the power of peer cooperation. By fostering an environment of collaboration and constant learning, I enable my teams to thrive. I find great satisfaction in coaching and mentoring individuals, offering them guidance and support to help them reach their full potential and achieve their goals.I am proud to hold a PMP certification, which demonstrates my expertise in project management. Additionally, I have obtained three additional certifications from the Project Management Institute (PMI): PgMP, PMI-SP, and PMI-RMP. These certifications further validate my skills and knowledge in program management, scheduling, and risk management.In addition to my PMI certifications, I have also acquired five certifications in the SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) methodology. These certifications include SPC (SAFe Program Consultant), SA (SAFe Agilist), SSM (SAFe Scrum Master), SP (SAFe Practitioner), and POMP (Product Owner/Product Manager). These certifications signify my proficiency in implementing and scaling Agile practices within organizations.Furthermore, I hold the PSM (Professional Scrum Master) certification, which showcases my expertise in Scrum methodology. Additionally, I have earned the ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) certification, which signifies my knowledge of IT service management best practices.These certifications demonstrate my commitment to professional growth and continuous learning in the field of project management. I continually strive to enhance my skills and stay up to date with the latest industry practices to deliver successful outcomes.

Experience

1. Release Train Engineer - Rte and Agile Coach

   Amgen

   Jan 2024 — Present

   Serve as the SAFe Release Train Engineer and leader in the Agile Center of Excellence (CoE) to drive Agile transformation and adoption across global operations. Establish, scale, and continuously improve Agile frameworks and practices to align with strategic goals, enhance operational efficiency, and foster innovation. Coordinate key planning and execution processes while driving a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration, including leading AI development initiatives to design and implement innovative solutions.• Actively lead and mentor the Agile Release Train (ART), utilizing Jira Align to its full capacity for planning and execution. Organize and manage key SAFe events, such as PI Planning, retrospectives, system demos, and ART syncs, ensuring effective collaboration and alignment across teams. • Lead AI development teams to support enterprise goals and drive innovation in data analytics and technology solutions. • Develop and maintain schedules, manage release and risk plans, resolve impediments, and utilize reporting tools to provide transparency on work progress. Actively identify and address bottlenecks to maintain smooth program operations. • Cross-functional team coordination and alignment, leveraging Jira Align for efficient backlog management and delivery tracking. Drive performance improvements by analyzing metrics and ensuring ART results align with organizational goals.

Education

• Stephen F. Austin State University

  MBA, Business

• Abilene Christian University

  BBA, Double Major: Information Systems and Quantitative Studies and Accounting