William Wheeler
About William Wheeler
William Wheeler is the SAFe Transformation Lead at RELI Group, Inc., with a background in project management and software development. He has held various roles in organizations such as NewWave Telecom & Technologies, Inc. and Legg Mason, contributing to significant compliance and process improvements in the field.
Current Role at RELI Group
William Wheeler serves as the SAFe Transformation Lead at RELI Group, Inc. since 2020. In this role, he focuses on implementing the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) to enhance project management and delivery processes. His responsibilities include guiding teams through the transformation process and ensuring alignment with agile principles.
Previous Experience at NewWave Telecom & Technologies, Inc.
Before joining RELI Group, William Wheeler worked at NewWave Telecom & Technologies, Inc. as an Agile Release Manager from 2016 to 2020. During his tenure, he played a crucial role in navigating the XLC gate reviews at the Center for Medicaid and Medicare Services, contributing to the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) activities for the Renal Management Information System.
Background in Project Management
William Wheeler has extensive experience in project management, having worked at Legg Mason as an IT Project Manager from 1997 to 2007. His decade-long experience in this role equipped him with skills in managing complex IT projects and leading teams to achieve organizational goals.
Educational Qualifications
William Wheeler earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Computer Science from the University of Maryland Baltimore County, completing his studies from 1983 to 1988. This educational background provided him with a solid foundation in computer science principles and practices.
Contributions to CMMI Compliance
At NewWave, William Wheeler assisted in achieving CMMI Level IV compliance in development and services. He contributed by improving the Organizational Set of Standard Operating Procedures, demonstrating his commitment to quality and process improvement in software development.