David Russell
About David Russell
David Russell is a Senior Project Manager and Scrum Master with over 15 years of experience across various sectors, including healthcare and retail. He currently manages projects in an Agile/Scrum hybrid environment and has consulted for approximately 60 companies globally.
Work at Confidential
Currently, David Russell serves as a Senior Project Manager and Scrum Master at Confidential, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he manages enhancements to the BCBSMA MyPBM project within an Agile/Scrum hybrid environment. His responsibilities include overseeing project progress, identifying risks, addressing blockers, and implementing solutions. He also focuses on team metrics, key performance indicators (KPIs), levels of effort (LOEs), and project artifacts.
Previous Experience
David Russell has a diverse professional background with over 15 years of experience in various sectors. He worked as a Senior Project Manager at Unimin Corporation for nine months in 2014, based in Stamford, CT. Prior to that, he spent five years as a Project Manager and Business Analyst at Sid Wainer and Son Produce in New Bedford, MA, from 2007 to 2012. His experience spans healthcare, EPIC, ERP, WMS, SDLC, manufacturing, supply chain, and retail.
Education and Expertise
David Russell studied at Northeastern University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from 1982 to 1987. His educational background supports his extensive experience in project management and business analysis. He has consulted with approximately 60 companies worldwide, applying his expertise in managing projects and analyzing business needs.
Project Management Skills
David Russell is skilled in managing project progress, risks, and blockers. He is adept at developing solutions and ensuring that team metrics and KPIs are met. His experience includes working in Agile/Scrum environments, where he applies methodologies to enhance project outcomes. He is knowledgeable in creating and managing project artifacts, which are essential for tracking project performance and progress.