Michael Kirby
About Michael Kirby
Michael Kirby is a Program Manager, Agile Coach, and Scrum Master at WPS Health Solutions, where he has worked since 2018. He has a background in the US Army and holds degrees in Management and Analytics, along with certifications in Lean Six Sigma.
Work at WPS Health Solutions
Michael Kirby has been employed at WPS Health Solutions since 2018, where he serves as a Program Manager, Agile Coach, and Scrum Master. In this role, he leads the organization through Agile transformation, coaching operational leaders and IT management. He manages the TRICARE program, overseeing seven scrum teams comprising 96 team members. Kirby also established the Enterprise Scrum Master Community of Practice, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing among Scrum Masters within the organization. His previous positions at WPS include Senior Project Manager/Scrum Master and Project Manager/Scrum Master.
Education and Expertise
Michael Kirby holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Management from Cardinal Stritch University, which he completed from 2008 to 2012. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Analytics from American Military University between 2015 and 2016. Additionally, he studied Lean Six Sigma at Villanova University, achieving both Green Belt and Black Belt certifications from 2018 to 2019. His educational background supports his expertise in Agile methodologies and project management.
Background
Before joining WPS Health Solutions, Michael Kirby served in various roles within the US Army. He worked as an Operations Manager in Okinawa, Japan, for one year and in Milwaukee, WI, for two years. He also held the position of Recruiting Manager and Army Recruiter in Greenfield, WI, for a total of five years. His military experience provided him with leadership and operational management skills that he applies in his current role.
Achievements
Michael Kirby has made significant contributions to WPS Health Solutions, particularly in the area of Agile coaching and transformation. He provides multi-day enterprise-wide training, aligning the Product Vision of seven Product Owners with the strategic direction of three separate lines of business. His establishment of the Enterprise Scrum Master Community of Practice has enhanced collaboration and best practices among Scrum Masters at WPS. His management of the TRICARE program demonstrates his capability in overseeing complex projects with multiple teams.