Jason Laxdal
About Jason Laxdal
Jason Laxdal is a Practice Manager and Senior Consultant at Unify Consulting in Kirkland, Washington, where he has worked since 2019 and 2021, respectively. He has extensive experience in software development and project management, having held various roles at ACS Technologies and other companies over the past two decades.
Work at Unify Consulting
Jason Laxdal has been employed at Unify Consulting since 2019, initially serving as a Senior Consultant and transitioning to the role of Practice Manager in 2021. In his current position, he focuses on leading solution and delivery excellence initiatives across multiple markets and delivery centers. He collaborates with other practices and account leaders to develop solution offerings tailored to client needs. His work emphasizes coaching delivery teams and consultants in adopting Agile methodologies, promoting a mindset shift rather than merely following processes.
Previous Experience in Technology and Consulting
Before joining Unify Consulting, Jason Laxdal held various roles in technology and consulting. He worked at ACS Technologies for six years, where he served as a Live Events Producer, Senior Scrum Master, and Scrum Master & Senior Software Developer. His experience also includes a position as a Senior Software Developer at Society Consulting and a Software Engineer/Scrum Master at Classmates.com. His diverse background in software development and project management has equipped him with a strong foundation in Agile practices.
Education and Expertise
Jason Laxdal studied at the University of Washington, where he earned both a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Visual Arts and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Communications Design, completing his studies from 1995 to 2001. His educational background supports his expertise in design and technology, allowing him to bridge the gap between creative and technical teams. Additionally, he has developed skills in Agile methodologies, Lean services, and team coaching, which he applies in his current role.
Background in Production and Design
Jason Laxdal has a background in production and design, having worked at Mars Hill Church as part of the Production Team Leadership from 2008 to 2014. He also gained experience as a UI/Front-End Developer at Filter, A Merkle Company, and as a Designer III-Web at Xeriton Corporation. His early career included roles that combined design and technology, which have influenced his approach to project management and team leadership in his later positions.