Leonard De Corte Pmp,Csm,Acp,Sa Fe 4 Scrum Master( Ssm), MBA
About Leonard De Corte Pmp,Csm,Acp,Sa Fe 4 Scrum Master( Ssm), MBA
Leonard De Corte is a Program Manager at BLUE ORIGIN with extensive experience in Agile transformations and project management across various industries.
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Leonard De Corte holds the position of Program Manager at BLUE ORIGIN, a role he has undertaken recently since 2022. His role encompasses leading extensive program initiatives and managing transformational projects at the company.
Current Role at BLUE ORIGIN
Since 2022, Leonard De Corte has been working as a Program Manager at BLUE ORIGIN. His responsibilities in this capacity involve overseeing significant project portfolios, driving strategic objectives, and ensuring the successful delivery of program goals. His role leverages his extensive experience in both project and program management.
Previous Work Experience
Leonard's career includes a variety of roles in project and program management. He worked as a Scrum Master at iMatch Technical Services in 2021-2022, and also held the same role at BLUE ORIGIN from 2019 to 2021. He served as a Project Manager at Providence St. Joseph Health for three months in 2019, and supported Blue Origin as a Scrum Master through TekSystems in 2019. Additionally, Leonard was a Scrum Master/Project Manager (Consultant) for Disney through NorthHighland from 2017 to 2019, and an IT Program/Project Manager (Consultant) at Esterline in 2016-2017. His early career includes roles at Boeing, where he was a Project Manager from 2010 to 2016 and a Portfolio Manager from 2003 to 2010.
Education and Expertise
Leonard De Corte obtained a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Seattle University. He also studied Software Engineering and has a Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of Hawaii at Manoa. He completed his high school education at Damien High School in Hawaii. He is currently enrolled in Seattle University's Software Engineering program. Leonard is knowledgeable in the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and specializes in transitioning organizations from Waterfall to Agile methodologies. His proficiency includes using project management tools like VersionOne and Jira, as well as handling technology insertions and COTS integrations.
Skills in Agile Methodologies
Leonard has substantial experience in implementing transformational change within organizations, particularly transitioning from traditional Waterfall methodologies to Agile frameworks. His roles have consistently involved leading teams in Agile practices, making use of tools like VersionOne and Jira to manage complex projects. His expertise also extends to technology insertions and COTS integrations, demonstrating his capability in adapting and managing technological advancements within project environments.
Leadership and Team Building
Throughout his career, Leonard has demonstrated strong leadership and team-building skills within the software development sector. His experience spans across various roles where he has successfully managed and led teams to meet project requirements and achieve organizational objectives. His hands-on approach in managing projects and his deep understanding of the SDLC have been central to his ability to build and lead effective teams in diverse project environments.