Patty Buchanan
About Patty Buchanan
Patty Buchanan is a Senior Scrum Master at FM Global with over three decades of experience in the IT industry, holding multiple certifications and expertise in Agile Coaching and Facilitation.
Title
Patty Buchanan serves as the Senior Scrum Master at FM Global in Johnston, Rhode Island, United States. She has held this position since 2022.
Company
FM Global is a leading property insurance and loss prevention engineering organization. Patty Buchanan has been associated with FM Global in various roles, including Senior Scrum Master, Scrum Master, and Senior QA Analyst, demonstrating significant growth within the company.
Education and Expertise
Patty Buchanan holds a Master of Science in Information Technology from Florida Institute of Technology and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems from Rhode Island College. Additionally, she possesses certifications such as A+ Certification, Network+ Certification, Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE), Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP), ICP-ACC, and ICP-ATF, reflecting her advanced expertise in Agile Coaching and Agile Team Facilitation.
Background
Patty Buchanan boasts over three decades of experience in the IT industry, having worked in technical support, project management, and quality assurance. Her career includes roles at notable companies such as MEDfx Corporation, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island, Arcus, Signature Consultants, GE Security, Hewitt Associates, Scantron Corp, PowerSchool, ictp, CVS Caremark Corporation, and DefendNet Solutions across various locations including Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and California.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Patty Buchanan has demonstrated adaptability and growth by transitioning from technical support roles to senior management and project management positions. Her certifications and diverse roles highlight her commitment to professional development and mastery of Agile methodologies.