Brandon Parrish
About Brandon Parrish
Brandon Parrish is a Product Owner at Travelport, where he has worked since 2015, initially as a Software Developer and later as a Software Development Engineer II. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology from Southern Polytechnic State University and is certified in SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager methodologies.
Work at Travelport
Brandon Parrish has been employed at Travelport since 2015. He initially served as a Software Development Engineer II from 2018 to 2021, where he contributed to various software development projects. In 2021, he transitioned to the role of Product Owner, where he has been for the past three years. In his current position, he acts as a liaison between stakeholders and agile teams, ensuring alignment of business objectives with project deliverables. He is responsible for translating features into user stories and managing the team's backlog to prioritize stakeholder requirements.
Education and Expertise
Brandon Parrish studied at Southern Polytechnic State University from 2010 to 2015, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in software development and product management. He is certified in SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager methodologies, which enhances his expertise in agile project management and product ownership.
Background
Before joining Travelport, Brandon Parrish worked at Ameripark LLC as a Valet from 2014 to 2015. This role provided him with customer service experience. Additionally, he served as a Resident Assistant at Southern Polytechnic State University from 2012 to 2013, where he developed skills in communication and leadership. His diverse work history contributes to his capabilities in managing teams and projects effectively.
Responsibilities as Product Owner
In his role as Product Owner at Travelport, Brandon Parrish is responsible for developing and maintaining the solution vision and roadmap throughout the project lifecycle. He ensures that the agile teams deliver on stakeholder requirements by prioritizing tasks and managing the backlog. His role is critical in aligning project deliverables with business objectives, facilitating effective communication between stakeholders and development teams.