Preetha A G

About Preetha A G

In my 17+ year career across global corporations, I\'ve thrived in diverse software delivery models and mastered various technologies. Shifting to a product-centric mindset, I led the successful organization-wide adoption of Agile methodologies, including Safe and the Less Huge framework. As a key member of the COP, I spearheaded the redesign of our operating structure, implemented a new Product Operation Model, and aligned products to value streams. This, along with streamlining ideation cycles and modernizing the tech stack, fostered a customer-centric culture and faster delivery of high-quality products. A seasoned expert in Product Management, Agile Coaching and digital transformation initiatives, renowned for leading transformative initiatives and guiding teams through complex transitions. Possesses deep expertise in Agile methodologies and frameworks, including LeSS (Large Scale Scrum) and SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework), with a proven ability to navigate shifts from traditional practices to Agile approaches. Demonstrates exceptional strategic skills in managing cross-functional dependencies, optimizing processes, aligning product development with business goals, driving product-centric strategies, and implementing best practices to improve team performance and productivity. Possesses a strong ability to foster a collaborative environment, nurture continuous improvement, and drive innovation through effective mentorship and leadership. Skilled in enhancing team dynamics, facilitating effective communication, and promoting a culture of adaptability and resilience. Known for delivering high-quality results by advancing Agile maturity, achieving outstanding outcomes in product development, and ensuring alignment with overarching organizational objectives. Consistently leverages deep insights and dedicated support to drive sustained success and organizational growth.

Experience

1. Vice President

   JPMorganChase

   Dec 2018 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

   Successfully launched multiple products, driving a 40% increase in revenue and improving the Customer Satisfaction (CSAT) score from 6 to 8. Collaborated closely with Product Owners and cross-functional Scrum teams to ensure timely delivery and alignment with market demands. Led technology modernization initiatives, reducing cycle times and implementing continuous integration, resulting in faster product delivery and reduced manual processes. Fostered adaptability, customer focus, and iterative improvement, promoting Lean and Agile principles. Identified potential risks to Agile adoption and product delivery, developed strategies to mitigate them, promoted a culture of continuous learning, and implemented Agile coaching and mentoring programs to upskill teams and ensure sustainability. Engaged with stakeholders to align Agile initiatives with business objectives, facilitated regular updates, and built trust. Established and maintained Agile metrics, KPIs, and performance data for data-driven decision-making and process optimization. Experience in conducting workshops on Product Management, Agile methodologies, and Business Innovation. As a Product Coach, trained over 40+ professionals in Design Thinking for Business Innovation in Bangalore. Provided strategic direction, leadership, and mentorship, empowering team members to embrace Agile practices and contribute to continuous process improvement. Successfully transitioned a large Quad from Waterfall to Agile methodologies, enhancing customer centricity, digital footprints, and team collaboration. Also led a product-centric operating model, reducing time-to-market, improving customer satisfaction, and enhancing business agility by focusing on value-driven outcomes. Played a pivotal role in implementing Agile practices across the organization, adapting frameworks to various teams and projects, and managed Agile initiatives, collaborating with finance and HR teams.

Education

• Manipal Institute of Technology

  Master of Computer Applications - MCA, Computer Science

• Great Lakes

  Postgraduate Program in Product Management

  2023

• International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore

  Master's degree, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning