Sam Ervin, Spc6
About Sam Ervin, Spc6
Sam Ervin is a Release Train Engineer at Scaled Agile, Inc., where he has worked since 2023. He has a diverse background in agile coaching, team facilitation, and analytics, with previous roles at TIBCO Software Inc., PMX Agency, and the US Navy.
Work at Scaled Agile
Sam Ervin has been employed at Scaled Agile, Inc. as a Release Train Engineer since 2023. In this role, he operates remotely from Kailua, Hawaii. Prior to this position, he worked at the same company as a Scrum Master and Team Coach for five years, from 2018 to 2023, while based in Boulder, Colorado. His experience in these roles includes facilitating team formation and guiding teams through developmental phases.
Previous Experience
Before joining Scaled Agile, Inc., Sam Ervin held various positions in different organizations. He worked at TIBCO Software Inc. as a Subscription Analyst for one year in the Greater Denver Area. Additionally, he served as SEM Manager and SEM Coordinator at PMX Agency in 2017, with a total of approximately 11 months of experience in Columbia, South Carolina. His earlier experience includes a role as an Internal Consultant for Supply Chain Strategy at BASF in Germany and as a Research Analyst at the South Carolina Department of Commerce.
Education and Expertise
Sam Ervin studied at the University of South Carolina Darla Moore School of Business, where he earned an International MBA with a focus on the German Track from 2014 to 2016. He also attended Furman University, achieving a Bachelor of Arts in French Language and Literature from 2006 to 2010. In 2015, he studied German Language at the University of Mannheim for 11 months. His educational background supports his expertise in team coaching and agile methodologies.
Leadership and Facilitation Skills
In his professional roles, Sam Ervin has demonstrated strong leadership and facilitation skills. He served as the lead facilitator for an Inspect and Adapt workshop that included over 150 team members, employing a comedic theme inspired by the book 'Humor, Seriously' by Aaker & Bagdonas. He emphasizes the importance of building trust within teams and prefers to listen first and speak last, promoting open discussions about team metrics.
Military Background
Sam Ervin served in the US Navy as a Gunner's Mate Petty Officer Second Class, specializing in Surface Warfare from 2010 to 2014. This experience contributed to his leadership abilities and understanding of teamwork in high-pressure environments.