Geoff Drummond (Cspo, Agile Coach, Csm)
About Geoff Drummond (Cspo, Agile Coach, Csm)
Geoff Drummond is an Engineering Team Manager with extensive experience in agile methodologies and team management. He has a background in product management and project management, having worked at various organizations including Mind Tools and InCrowd.
Current Role at InCrowd
Geoff Drummond serves as the Engineering Team Manager at InCrowd since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for managing the overall people operations of a 60+ person engineering team. His leadership focuses on fostering an environment that promotes engineering and operational excellence. He implements metrics and processes for regular assessment and improvement, ensuring the team operates efficiently and effectively.
Previous Experience at Mind Tools
Prior to his current position, Geoff Drummond worked at Mind Tools as the Head of Product from 2014 to 2022. During his tenure, he was part of a leadership team that developed a vision, strategy, and culture that resulted in a significant revenue growth, tripling the company's performance and surpassing industry benchmarks. His role contributed to the overall success of the organization.
Career Background and Early Roles
Geoff Drummond has a diverse background in project management and development. He worked as a Technical Project Manager at Epic Learning for five months in 2014 and as a Project Manager/Scrum Master at Charanga LTD from 2012 to 2013. Earlier in his career, he served as Lead Developer at ADVFN from 2000 to 2002. These roles provided him with a solid foundation in technical project management and agile methodologies.
Education and Qualifications
Geoff Drummond studied at the University of North London, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Geography & Environmental Science. He has been a Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) since 2016, which reflects his commitment to agile practices. His educational background and certifications support his expertise in agile transformation and team management.
Expertise in Agile Transformation
With over 12 years of experience in team and organizational agile transformation, Geoff Drummond specializes in methodologies such as Scrum, Kanban, and Shape Up. He focuses on systems thinking to establish processes that motivate and empower technical teams while minimizing waste. His approach emphasizes continuous improvement and operational excellence within engineering teams.