Michael Wishy, Pmp, Spc
About Michael Wishy, Pmp, Spc
Michael Wishy is a Software Development Manager at Travelport, with over 35 years of experience in software development and management. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics and Computer Science from Graceland University and is a certified Release Train Engineer in the Scaled Agile Framework.
Work at Travelport
Michael Wishy has held the position of Software Development Manager at Travelport since 2019, following an extensive tenure with the company that began in 2000. His work at Travelport spans a total of 23 years, during which he has contributed to various software development initiatives in both Kansas City, Missouri, and Denver, Colorado. In his current role, he oversees critical software development projects related to passenger name records, ticketing, credit card processing, and ticket settlement reporting for the Apollo, Galileo, and Worldspan global distribution systems.
Education and Expertise
Michael Wishy earned a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics and Computer Science from Graceland University, where he studied from 1977 to 1981. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his career in software development and project management. He is also a certified Release Train Engineer (RTE) in the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), managing an Agile Release Train that includes nine teams and 115 individuals across three continents.
Background
Prior to his current role, Michael Wishy worked as an Applications Developer at Travelport from 1983 to 2000, accumulating 17 years of experience in software development. His long-standing career at Travelport reflects his deep understanding of the company's operations and technology landscape. He has transitioned through various roles, ultimately leading to his current managerial position.
Achievements
In his role as Software Development Manager, Michael manages an annual investment of $4.5 million for the Agile Release Train at Travelport. He oversees significant software development projects that impact global distribution systems. His leadership emphasizes the importance of learning from mistakes and fostering trust-based relationships within the workplace and the community.
Professional Philosophy
Michael Wishy is committed to service to humanity and promotes individual development through thought leadership. He encourages a positive workplace culture characterized by a winning attitude and believes in using challenges as opportunities for growth. His approach to management focuses on building loyalty and trust among team members.