Ryan Finkbiner
About Ryan Finkbiner
Ryan Finkbiner serves as the Director of the Agile Center of Excellence at Amherst, a position he has held since 2023. With a diverse background in project management and agile coaching, he has previously worked at Jeppesen, a Boeing Company, and the United States Air Force.
Work at Amherst Holdings
Ryan Finkbiner has been serving as the Director of the Agile Center of Excellence at Amherst since 2023. In this role, he focuses on enhancing agile practices within the organization. Additionally, he has held the position of Senior Project Manager at Amherst since 2022, where he oversees project management initiatives. His experience at Amherst reflects a commitment to improving operational efficiency and project delivery through agile methodologies.
Previous Experience at Jeppesen
Prior to his current roles, Ryan Finkbiner worked at Jeppesen, a Boeing Company, from 2015 to 2019. During his tenure, he held multiple positions including Software Release Manager, Certified Scrum Master, and SAFe Agile Coach. His responsibilities included managing software releases and coaching teams on agile practices. This experience contributed to his expertise in agile methodologies and project management.
Military Background
Ryan Finkbiner served as an Officer in the United States Air Force from 2001 to 2006. His military service provided him with leadership experience and skills that are applicable in his subsequent roles in project management and agile coaching.
Education and Expertise
Ryan Finkbiner studied at Lebanon Valley College, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Psychology from 1997 to 2001. He furthered his education at Metropolitan State University of Denver, achieving a degree in Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology from 2007 to 2009. His educational background supports his expertise in both technical and management fields.
Project Management Experience
Before joining Amherst, Ryan Finkbiner worked as a Project Manager at FitechGelb from 2019 to 2021. In this role, he managed various projects, applying his knowledge of agile methodologies and project management principles to ensure successful project outcomes.