Jessica Wood
About Jessica Wood
Jessica Wood is a Senior Technical/Agile Program Manager with extensive experience in Agile project management and coaching. She has held various roles in notable companies, including Young Living Essential Oils and Cox Automotive Inc., and currently works at Sorenson Communications, where she has contributed to enhancing Agile practices and team development.
Current Role at Sorenson Communications
Jessica Wood serves as a Senior Technical/Agile Program Manager at Sorenson Communications, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she has focused on enhancing the flow of value within the organization by assessing and improving DevOps and release on demand proficiency. Additionally, she has been instrumental in building the Agile Delivery team by defining roles, reviewing candidate qualifications, and overseeing the onboarding process for new hires. Her contributions have significantly impacted the Agile practices within the company.
Previous Experience at Young Living Essential Oils
Before joining Sorenson, Jessica Wood worked at Young Living Essential Oils as a Senior IT/Digital Project Manager and Agile Coach from 2021 to 2022. During her tenure, she also held the position of IT/Digital Project Portfolio Manager for a brief period in 2022. Her experience at Young Living involved managing digital projects and coaching teams in Agile methodologies, contributing to the company's digital transformation efforts.
Experience at Cox Automotive Inc.
Jessica Wood has extensive experience at Cox Automotive Inc., where she worked from 2017 to 2021. Initially, she served as an Agile Digital Project Manager, Agile Coach, and Scrum Master I for one year. She then progressed to the role of Agile Digital Project Manager, Agile Coach, and Scrum Master II for three years. In these roles, she focused on Agile project management and coaching, helping teams adopt Agile practices effectively.
Background in Project Management
Jessica Wood's career in project management began at NPS Pharma, where she worked from 2001 to 2006 in various roles, including Administrative Assistant, Corporate Event Planner, and Project Manager. She also served as a Receptionist for a brief period. Following her time at NPS Pharma, she spent over a decade at HARMAN International, where she held multiple positions, including Agile Project Manager/Coach and Executive Assistant. This diverse background has equipped her with a comprehensive skill set in project management and Agile methodologies.
Education and Qualifications
Jessica Wood earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Utah State University. Her educational background, combined with her extensive professional experience, has provided her with a solid foundation in project management and Agile practices. She has also developed training modules and playbooks for Agile adoption and the Atlassian suite at Sorenson, demonstrating her commitment to continuous improvement and team development.