Chris Ogden
About Chris Ogden
Chris Ogden is a Group Scrum Master and Technical Project Manager at Ideagen, where he has worked since 2015. He promotes Agile practices and lean principles across multiple teams globally, leveraging his extensive experience in software development and project management.
Work at Ideagen Plc
Chris Ogden has been with Ideagen since 2015, serving as a Technical Project Manager and Group Scrum Master. In this role, he has been instrumental in guiding multiple teams across various global offices. Since 2018, he has specifically held the position of Group Scrum Master, focusing on promoting Agile methodologies within the organization. His responsibilities include advising other Scrum Masters to enhance their understanding of Scrum practices and incorporating lean working principles to improve team efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Chris Ogden studied at Nottingham Trent University from 1997 to 2001, where he earned a BSc (Hons) in Computer Studies. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in software development and project management. He leverages his expertise as an Agile coach, promoting an Agile mindset and facilitating the adoption of Agile practices across teams within Ideagen.
Background
Before joining Ideagen, Chris Ogden worked at Press Association as a Software Development Manager from 2006 to 2014. He also has experience as a Software Developer at Greenhat Interactive Ltd from 2001 to 2006. Earlier in his career, he served as Chief Cashier at Nat West from 1987 to 1995. This diverse background has contributed to his comprehensive understanding of both technical and managerial aspects of project execution.
Achievements
In his role at Ideagen, Chris Ogden has focused on creating optimal working environments that enable teams to produce high-quality products. He guides and advises other Scrum Masters, enhancing their implementation of Scrum practices. His commitment to promoting Agile methodologies and lean principles has positively impacted team productivity and efficiency across the organization.