Aaron Thompson
About Aaron Thompson
Aaron Thompson is a Release Manager with extensive experience in software development and project management. He has held various roles in different companies, including serving as a SCRUM master and coordinating with QA and development teams.
Work at Inspire
Aaron Thompson has been serving as a Release Manager at Inspire Brands via STAR Collaborative since 2018. In this role, he has been responsible for managing communications regarding release readiness to Senior Management. He ensures alignment and transparency throughout the release process, which is critical for the success of software development projects. His responsibilities also include managing the intake process for new development requests to support various initiatives.
Previous Experience in Software Development
Prior to his current role, Aaron Thompson worked at cxLoyalty via Harbinger Partners as a Senior Business Systems Analyst from 2015 to 2018. During this time, he played a principal role in architecting remediation plans for software development projects. He also coordinated with QA and development teams on code delivery timing and bug fixes. His earlier experience includes positions at Vital Images as a Vitrea Upgrade Specialist for 7 months in 2010, and at BI Worldwide, where he served as a Business Analyst from 2011 to 2015 and as a Lead QA Specialist from 2010 to 2015.
Education and Expertise
Aaron Thompson studied at Brown College, where he achieved a Bachelor of Science in Applied Computer Science from 2001 to 2003. He also attended Brown Institute, earning a PC/LAN certification from 2001 to 2002. His educational background has equipped him with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in various roles within software development and project management.
Role as SCRUM Master
In his professional career, Aaron Thompson has served as a SCRUM Master, where he managed development ceremonies such as Backlog grooming, Sprint planning, and Release planning. This role involved facilitating team collaboration and ensuring that development processes were followed effectively, contributing to the overall efficiency of the software development lifecycle.