Josh Pothier
About Josh Pothier
Josh Pothier is a Release Manager and Scrum Master with extensive experience in Agile methodologies, currently working at Unify Consulting and Sia Partners in Washington. He has transitioned from project-level to organizational-level Scrum implementation and has a background in IT project management across various companies, including Boeing and Liberty Mutual Insurance.
Work at Sia Partners
Josh Pothier currently holds multiple roles at Sia Partners, where he has been employed since 2018. He serves as a Digital Strategy Project Manager and has been a Release Manager since 2019. His tenure at Sia Partners spans over five years, during which he has focused on implementing Agile and Scrum methodologies at an organizational level. His work aims to enhance operational efficiency and drive project success.
Experience at Unify Consulting
Since 2021, Josh Pothier has worked at Unify Consulting as a Scrum Master. In this role, he has contributed to Agile project management practices for three years in Seattle, Washington. His responsibilities include facilitating Scrum ceremonies and ensuring that teams adhere to Agile principles to improve project delivery.
Background in Boeing
Josh Pothier has extensive experience with Boeing, where he worked in various capacities from 2008 to 2016. His roles included Scrum Master, IT Functional Analyst, and IT Project Manager. He also served as an Organization Agile Subject Matter Expert. His time at Boeing provided him with a strong foundation in Agile methodologies and project management.
Education and Expertise
Josh Pothier earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Central Washington University, where he studied from 2001 to 2005. Additionally, he obtained a Certificate in Agile Development from the University of Washington in 2015. His educational background supports his expertise in Agile methodologies and project management.
Transition to Organizational Agile Implementation
Throughout his career, Josh Pothier has transitioned his focus from project-level Scrum implementation to organizational-level Agile/Scrum implementation. He actively seeks efficient methods to set organizations up for success using Agile techniques, demonstrating his commitment to improving project outcomes and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.