Barton Creeth
About Barton Creeth
Barton Creeth is a Scrum Master and Agile Coach at Save the Children UK, where he has worked since 2021. He has a diverse background in project management, training, and organizational development, with extensive experience in Agile methodologies.
Work at Save the Children
Barton Creeth has been working at Save the Children UK since 2021 as a Scrum Master and Agile Coach. In this role, he focuses on implementing Agile frameworks to enhance team performance and project delivery. Previously, he held various positions within the organization, including Partnership Lead from 2020 to 2021, Programme and Project Manager from 2015 to 2019, and Organisational Change Lead for a brief period in 2019. His extensive experience at Save the Children UK spans over eight years, contributing to multiple facets of the organization's operations.
Education and Expertise
Barton Creeth holds multiple degrees, including a Master of Arts in Religion from Yale Divinity School and a Master of Arts in English Literature from San Francisco State University. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Creative Writing from the University of San Francisco. His educational background supports his expertise in Agile methodologies, including Kanban, Lean Startup, and SAFe. He advocates for psychological safety and transparency within teams, emphasizing continuous learning and self-management in organizational contexts.
Background
Barton Creeth has a diverse professional background that includes roles in education, media, and youth development. He worked as a Youth and Family Worker at the Church of Ireland in 2012 and served as a Writer for the Northern Ireland Foundation from 2012 to 2013. His early career included internships at KQED and Farallones Marine Sanctuary Association, where he gained experience in production and media. This varied background informs his approach to Agile coaching and team dynamics.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Barton Creeth has made significant contributions to team development and organizational change at Save the Children UK. His roles have involved training and mentoring staff, leading projects, and fostering an environment of psychological safety. He is recognized for his advocacy of continuous learning and self-management, positioning him as a leader in promoting Agile practices within the organization.