Laura M.
About Laura M.
Laura M. is a Software Development Manager and Agile Leader with extensive experience in software engineering and product management. She has held various roles in notable companies and is recognized for her advocacy of active listening and empowering leadership.
Current Role at Aquent
Laura M. has been serving as a Software Development Manager and Agile Leader at Aquent since 2019. In this role, she oversees software development projects and leads Agile transformation initiatives. Her position is based in Boston, Massachusetts. Laura's responsibilities include managing teams, driving product management strategies, and ensuring effective collaboration among team members.
Previous Experience at SapientRazorfish
Laura M. worked at SapientRazorfish as a Software Engineer from 1998 to 2000. During her two years at the company, she contributed to various software development projects, gaining valuable experience in the tech industry. This role laid the groundwork for her future endeavors in software engineering and leadership.
Education and Expertise
Laura M. holds a Master of Science degree in Computer Science from Boston University. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Vermont. Her educational background provides a strong foundation in software engineering, which supports her leadership in Agile transformation and product management.
Career Progression and Roles
Throughout her career, Laura M. has held various positions that showcase her expertise in software development and Agile methodologies. She worked as a Senior Software Engineer at Palm, Inc. from 2000 to 2001, and later as a Consultant and Program Manager at Isobar from 2007 to 2009. Additionally, she served as a Solution Train Engineer and Agile Transformation Lead at Pearson from 2009 to 2018, and as a Digital Consultant at Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage from 2006 to 2007.
Authorship and Thought Leadership
Laura M. is an accomplished author, having written a perennial category bestseller and another book that has remained in print for 20 years, published by Simon & Schuster. Her writings reflect her insights into software development and leadership, contributing to her reputation as a thought leader in the industry.