About Mike

 I am a seasoned IT professional with over 25 years of experience in management roles across diverse industries such as Financial Services, Payment Processing, Health Care, and Global Services. 

I have successfully led global teams ranging from 5 to 80+ members, overseeing project delivery and driving process improvements. 

Some of my expertise lies in developing testing strategies, implementing SDLC tool chains, delivering functional automation and promoting collaboration among QA, Development, Operations, and Audit/Compliance teams. 

I also played a pivotal role in transitioning organizations from manual testing to widespread adoption of automated tools and techniques. 

 As a Certified Scrum Master (CSM) and Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), I have extensive experience in implementing Agile methods across various organizations, including mid-sized to Fortune 500 companies. 

Through my expertise, I have facilitated successful Agile transformations that fostered integration among Infrastructure, Development, QA, DevOps, and Security teams. 

These implementations have driven real change, empowering clients to embrace Agile practices, enhance collaboration, and deliver high-quality products efficiently. 

With a track record of enabling cross-functional teamwork and aligning diverse stakeholders, I am passionate about driving Agile adoption and achieving tangible results. 

 Throughout my IT career, I have embraced diverse opportunities as both a Full-Time Employee and a Contractor, experiencing the fulfillment and enjoyment that each engagement brings. The durations of my service at various organizations are a testament to the satisfaction I have found in both short and long-term roles.

 
With a proven track record in team building, I have fostered strong professional relationships with my collaborative management style and that has led to repeat engagements with former associates. 

These connections grant me ready access to a diverse pool of highly qualified IT professionals whom I have personally worked with and trust. 

Over the years, many organizations have benefited from tapping into this talent pool, and your organization can also leverage this valuable resource. 

By engaging with me, you gain access to a network of skilled professionals who can contribute their expertise and collectively drive success in your projects and initiatives. 

In today's rapidly evolving landscape of software automation, new programming languages dedicated to automation are constantly emerging. While this may seem daunting to many, for seasoned professionals like me with years of experience in QA automation testing, the journey to learning these new languages is significantly shorter. 

With a strong foundation in QA testing and automation principles, familiarity with various testing frameworks, and a deep understanding of software development concepts, adapting to and mastering these new languages becomes a natural progression. 

Embracing the challenge of learning these emerging automation languages enables me to stay at the forefront of the industry and continue delivering high-quality automation solutions efficiently and effectively.