Barry Kurtz
About Barry Kurtz
Barry Kurtz is a Director at UBS, with extensive experience in agile coaching and transformation across various organizations, including Bank of America and Morgan Stanley. He specializes in enhancing business processes and project management techniques to improve operational efficiency.
Current Role at UBS
Barry Kurtz serves as a Director at UBS, a position he has held since 2023. His role is based in Weehawken, New Jersey, and operates in a hybrid work environment. In this capacity, he focuses on strategic initiatives and agile methodologies, leveraging his extensive experience in the financial services sector.
Previous Experience in Agile Coaching
Barry Kurtz has held various positions in agile coaching prior to his current role. He worked at Bank of America as a Senior Agile Coach and Process Architect from 2019 to 2020. He also served as a Lean Agile Infrastructure Coach at Express Scripts from 2017 to 2018. His experience includes roles at Morgan Stanley, TEKsystems, and several other organizations, where he contributed to agile transformations and process improvements.
Expertise in Agile Methodologies
Barry Kurtz is recognized for his expertise in agile methodologies, particularly in low-ceremony model-based system engineering practices and business process modeling. He has pioneered the Minimum Business Increment (MBI) approach to align business demand with available skill sets. His focus includes utilizing Critical Chain Project Management (CCPM) and Portfolio Management techniques to enhance dependency management.
Educational Background
Barry Kurtz studied at Stevens Institute of Technology from 1978 to 1980. His education laid the foundation for his career in technology strategy and agile coaching, equipping him with the skills necessary to lead transformation initiatives in various organizations.
Certifications and Professional Development
Barry Kurtz holds several professional certifications, including Kanban Management Professional (KMP), Scrum Master (CSM), and ITIL V3 Foundation. These certifications reflect his commitment to continuous learning and his proficiency in agile practices, enabling him to effectively lead teams and drive successful project outcomes.