Zac Smith
About Zac Smith
Zac Smith is a Product Owner with over 10 years of experience in Agile methodologies, dedicated to maximizing product value and collaborating with cross-functional teams. He has a diverse background in quality assurance and business analysis, having worked at several companies including The Wendy's Company and Redemtech.
Current Role as Product Owner
Zac Smith currently serves as a Product Owner at The Wendy's Company, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he focuses on maximizing product value through Agile methodologies. He collaborates with cross-functional teams to create and implement a vision that meets the needs of diverse customers. His experience in analytics and testing, combined with 'MVP thinking', allows him to optimize product returns effectively.
Experience at The Wendy's Company
Zac Smith has extensive experience at The Wendy's Company, where he has held multiple positions. He worked as a Quality Assurance Analyst for five months in 2015 and later served as a PSM I Certified Scrum Master from 2015 to 2020. His roles involved ensuring product quality and facilitating Agile processes. Additionally, he worked as a Software Quality Consultant from 2013 to 2015, contributing to quality assurance efforts in the Columbus, Ohio area.
Previous Employment History
Before his current role, Zac Smith gained valuable experience across various companies. He worked as a Quality Assurance Consultant at Redemtech for nine months in 2012-2013 and at Arrow Electronics for three months in 2013. He also held positions at Fahrenheit IT and Indecon Solutions as an IT Consultant, focusing on business analysis and quality assurance from 2013 to 2015 and 2012 to 2013, respectively.
Educational Background
Zac Smith earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) degree from Ohio University, where he studied Marketing and Management Information Systems. His education spanned from 2008 to 2012, providing him with a solid foundation in business principles and information systems that support his career in product ownership and quality assurance.
Professional Skills and Attributes
Zac Smith possesses over 10 years of experience in Agile methodologies, emphasizing the importance of maximizing product value. He actively seeks new contacts and opportunities for professional growth. His DiSC personality type is CD, indicating a blend of conscientiousness and dominance, which reflects his approach to work and collaboration within teams.