Denise Walk
About Denise Walk
Denise Walk is an Agile Program Manager at Patterson Companies, where she has implemented agile methodologies to improve software delivery processes. With over a decade of experience in software development management, she previously served as a Software Engineering Manager and has a strong educational background in Computer Technology and Computer Management from Eastern Illinois University.
Work at Patterson Companies
Denise Walk currently serves as an Agile Program Manager at Patterson Companies, Inc., a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she has implemented agile methodologies to enhance software delivery processes. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Software Engineering Manager at Patterson Companies from 2014 to 2022, where she managed software development teams and projects. Her tenure at Patterson Companies spans a total of eight years, during which she contributed to the development of team backlogs to streamline project management processes.
Education and Expertise
Denise Walk holds a Master's degree in Computer Technology, which she earned from Eastern Illinois University between 2002 and 2005. She also obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Management from the same institution, completing her studies from 1989 to 1992. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in technology and management, which supports her extensive experience in software development and agile project management.
Background
Denise Walk has over a decade of experience in managing software development teams and projects. Before her time at Patterson Companies, she worked as a Programmer Analyst at Effingham Equity from 1992 to 1995. Additionally, she served as a Web Technology Instructor and Program Coordinator at Lake Land College from 2008 to 2013. Her diverse background in both corporate and educational settings contributes to her comprehensive understanding of software development and team dynamics.
Achievements
During her career, Denise Walk has successfully transitioned from a Software Engineering Manager to an Agile Program Manager role at Patterson Companies. This transition highlights her adaptability and commitment to improving software delivery processes. Her contributions to developing team backlogs have played a significant role in streamlining project management processes within her teams.