Keala M.
About Keala M.
Keala M. is a Transformation Program Manager and Lead Agile Coach at UBS, where they have worked since 2022, guiding over 40 teams in adopting Agile methodologies. With a background in various leadership roles across multiple organizations, Keala has significantly improved project completion rates and operational efficiency.
Work at UBS
Currently, Keala M. serves as the Transformation Program Manager and Lead Agile Coach at UBS, a position held since 2022. In this role, Keala has guided over 40 teams and more than 150 individuals in adopting Agile methodologies. This initiative has led to notable improvements in project completion times and customer satisfaction. Keala played a pivotal role in the Agile@UBS initiative, which transformed the operational approach within the organization. Through tailored coaching and strategic change management, Keala achieved a 25% faster project completion rate and a 15% decrease in defects.
Previous Experience
Before joining UBS, Keala M. held several significant positions in various organizations. At Quest Analytics, LLC, Keala worked as a Manager in the Agile Center of Excellence for five months in 2021. Prior to that, Keala was a Program Manager and Senior Agile Coach at Anthem, Inc. for four months. Keala also served as the Lead Agile Coach and Senior Development Project Manager at Cerner Corporation from 2017 to 2019. Other notable roles include Senior Information Technology Project Manager at Ciber and Lead Agile Coach at Anthology Inc.
Education and Expertise
Keala M. holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems from Northwestern State University and a Master of Science in Management Information Systems from Friends University. This educational background has provided Keala with a solid foundation in technology and management, which supports the implementation of Agile methodologies across various organizations. Keala has designed and facilitated tailored Agile training programs that have resulted in widespread adoption of Agile practices.
Agile Coaching and Transformation
Keala M. has extensive experience in Agile coaching and transformation across diverse industries. This includes implementing Agile methodologies that enhance operational efficiency and improve business outcomes. Keala's work has consistently focused on guiding teams through the adoption of Agile practices, leading to significant improvements in project delivery and quality. The ability to design customized training programs has been a key factor in the successful implementation of Agile transformations.
Career Timeline
Keala M.'s career spans several years with a focus on Agile coaching and project management. Starting as an Agile Team Coach at SAIC from 2011 to 2013, Keala progressed through various roles, including Senior Agile Coach at Velocity Staff and Senior Information Technology Project Manager at Experis. Keala's tenure at Louis Dreyfus Company as a Manager and Project Delivery Manager lasted from 2015 to 2016, followed by a significant role at Anthology Inc. from 2019 to 2021 before joining UBS.