Graham Porter
About Graham Porter
Graham Porter is a Delivery Lead with over 25 years of experience in the IT industry, specializing in Agile Project Management and Agile Coaching. He has held various roles at notable organizations, including MoneySuperMarket.com, AstraZeneca, and Barclays Bank, and currently works at Equal Experts since 2018.
Current Role at Equal Experts
Graham Porter has been serving as a Delivery Lead at Equal Experts since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing project delivery and ensuring that Agile methodologies are effectively implemented. His work spans both the Manchester and London offices, where he leads teams in delivering high-quality software solutions.
Previous Experience in Agile Delivery
Before joining Equal Experts, Graham Porter held various positions that contributed to his expertise in Agile delivery. He worked as a Contract Agile Delivery Lead at MoneySuperMarket.com from 2016 to 2017 and as an Agile Delivery Coach at Transport for Greater Manchester in 2018. His background includes roles at BBC and Trader Media Group, where he further honed his Agile project management skills.
Education and Qualifications
Graham Porter studied at the University of Sunderland, where he earned a B.A. Honours degree in Business Computing from 1987 to 1991. He also attended Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College from 1985 to 1987. His educational background has provided a strong foundation for his extensive career in the IT industry.
Career Background in IT
Graham Porter has over 25 years of experience in the IT industry, with a diverse career spanning various roles and organizations. He began as a Project Leader/Senior Engineer at BAE Systems and later transitioned into project management and delivery roles at AstraZeneca, Trader Media Group, and Barclays Bank, among others. His extensive experience includes implementing Scrum, Kanban, and Lean delivery practices.
Leadership and Team Management Skills
Graham Porter possesses strong leadership capabilities and exceptional team motivational skills. He has successfully delivered numerous high-profile projects across different industry sectors, showcasing his ability to lead teams effectively and drive project success. His specialization in Agile Project Management and Agile Coaching further enhances his leadership profile.