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Overview:

A lot of organizations and teams are striving to become agile but might not have the right tools. There are several different agile methodologies, and sometimes people can get lost trying to understand what they need to keep their project moving. This session will provide an overview of agile and review different agile methodologies, examine several common tools agile teams leverage for estimates, organizing work and lessons learned, and share experience from successfully applying agile tools at work.

Speaker Biography:

Zac Jarrard is the President of Jarrard Consulting, LLC. The company is dedicated to bringing out the best in people through team building activities, project management training, and workshops to improve intergenerational communication at work. Zac holds three master’s degrees from Park University and several certifications. His research interests include gamification, project management, and working across different generations. Outside of his company, Zac is heavily involved in the community. He is a proud ASQ senior member who serves as the Past Chair of the Kansas City Section. Zac is an Eagle Scout who aspires to make the world a better place for everyone.