BenchSci

Project Manager

-Independent Consultant-

- Work with individuals, particularly in high-stress industries like IT and tech, helping them to create strategies to maintain a balance between their personal and professional lives, boosting overall well-being
- I help IT leaders (team leaders and middle management) to enhance their emotional intelligence, decision-making and leadership development through personal coaching based on ICF principles.

Coach ICF ACC

As an experienced Agile coach, I guide organizations through the process of adopting and refining Agile delivery to foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. My work involves coaching teams, managers, and executives on how to apply Agile approaches such as Scrum framework and Kanban method to their specific contexts.

Agile Coach / Management Consultant

K&C (Krusche & Company)

While working in this position, I collaborated with numerous customers and assumed various roles. The clients included Nestle Switzerland, Informa Connect UK, Bosch Group, HSBC Germany. My responsibilities were diverse, as detailed below:

As a Portfolio Manager:
- Oversaw the company's entire project portfolio.
- Ensured the successful delivery of all portfolio components, involving 150+ people.
- Designed PMO processes and templates to support Delivery.
- Maintained the operational profit margin within the agreed target.
As a Program Manager:
- Managed two programs for the company’s key customers (team 50+ people).
- Implemented strategies that exceded to expected YoY accounts growth.
As a Project Manager:
- Managed predictive and adative projects with various types of customers, including startups, mid-size companies, global enterprises, and government organizations.
- Handled delivery with different contract types, including fixed-price, managed service, delivery team, and dedicated team arrangements.
As an Agile Coach:
- Guided teams in adopting the Agile culture and principles, while supporting several customers through their Agile transformations.
- Acted as Scrum Master for different customer and setups, including in SAFe.

Head of Delivery (customer-side roles: Project Manager / Program Manager)

I managed client-oriented software development projects, leading all stages of development process from pre-sale to completion. I ensured timely project delivery for customers such as Societe Generale, Informa, Burda, Puma, Avalgon, Solar-Log.

As the Head of the Business Unit, I was responsible for overseeing the project delivery excellence for the Business Unit Ukraine (BU UA). I served as the focal point for daily operational activities and organizational growth, maintained the agreed net profit for the BU.

Delivery Manager / Project Manager / Head of BU Ukraine

Bosch

As a Scrum Master I helped to establish a healthy Scrum cycle with predictable deliverables, reduced cycle time and lead time.

Scrum Master (via K&C)

SvitSoft

As a Project Manager, I managed client-oriented web development projects on schedule and achieved milestones for notable clients including Microsoft Ukraine, The American Chamber of Commerce, Ukrbud and Osvitoria.  Actively participated in planning, managing change requests, budgeting and stakeholder management.

As a Scrum Master, I oversaw the software development activities for the AdSaver product, a dynamic call-tracking software. Facilitated Scrum ceremonies, improving the team's productiviry to deliver reliable software with a 99.8% uptime.

Project Manager / Scrum Master

Indus Valley

Head E-commerce / Product Manager

JCDecaux

System Administrator

I’m a Project Manager and Agile Coach with over 10 years of experience helping distributed product teams deliver complex software development projects across a variety of environments - from startups and scaleups to Fortune 500 enterprises and government organizations.

What sets me apart is the ability to blend structured project delivery (PMP, PfMP) and Agile expertise (CSP, KMP, ICP-ACC) with coaching mastery (ICF ACC). This combination enables not just timely results, but sustainable team growth and human-centered leadership.

Currently, I’m working in the GenAI space, contributing to the development of frontier product. It’s a space full of ambiguity, experimentation, and rapid shifts - where my coaching mindset and delivery discipline help teams stay focused and resilient.

Dmytro Salo

Azercell Telecom LLC

• BSS Stream Lead for Telecommunications: Lead the Business Support Systems (BSS) stream for the SelfCare application "Azercell Kabinetim," driving end-to-end solution planning and execution of the program.
• Solution Verification & Development: Fully responsible for overseeing and planning solution verification, development, and comprehensive testing of microservices.
• Cross-Platform Deployment: Ensure the successful development, testing, and release of applications across iOS, Android, and Web (Angular) platforms.
• Technical Leadership & Strategy: Actively engage in the technical aspects, including gathering and analyzing requirements, understanding APIs, and designing user interfaces.
• Technical Team Collaboration: Lead and collaborate with technical teams to provide innovative solutions, make key decisions, and optimize app performance for both mobile and web platforms.
• Documentation & Compliance: Ensure that all documentation and planning are meticulously completed, catering to the needs of both prepaid and postpaid customers.
• Catalogue Configuration Management: Work closely with configuration teams to guarantee the accurate setup and maintenance of service catalogues.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Collaborate with the PMO and other stakeholders to align project goals and deliverables, ensuring smooth project execution and adherence to business objectives.

Senior Information Technology Project Manager

• Managing and controlling changes within a project's scope.
• Efficiently planning and managing to attain desired outcomes.
• Developing comprehensive implementation and work plans for project requests or modifications, and tracking progress.
• Coordinating meetings with stakeholders to facilitate negotiations on project matters and decisions.
• Identifying potential risks and resolving issues related to projects and changes.
• Maintaining constant communication with the team and updating all Project Owners/Leaders about project details.
• Regularly informing relevant partners about new progress and project implementation.
• Creating documentation for each project or change initiation, as well as reports for management presentations.
• Ensuring compliance with all objectives, including customer quality, safety, quality, and team member performance.

Information Technology Project Manager

Mars Academy

• Establish and communicate a clear vision and mission for the organization, and develop strategies and goals to achieve that vision.
• Provide overall leadership and management of the organization, including setting priorities, making strategic decisions, and overseeing day-to-day operations.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including investors, customers, partners, and regulators, to build support and drive success for the organization.
• Identify and pursue growth opportunities, such as new products, services, or markets, that align with the organization's mission and strategic priorities.
• Ensure that the organization's culture, policies, and practices promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and that they align with the organization's values and goals.
• Develop and manage project plans and timelines, ensuring that they are aligned with project goals and priorities, and that they incorporate input from stakeholders and team members.
• Manage project budgets, resources, and risks, ensuring that they are allocated effectively and efficiently, and that they are aligned with project goals and priorities.
• Use data and feedback to evaluate project impact and outcomes, and to guide ongoing improvement and innovation, ensuring that the project aligns with the broader goals and priorities of the education field.

Chief Executive Officer

• Develop and deliver engaging lesson plans that integrate science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics concepts.
• Incorporate project-based learning approaches to help students apply STEAM principles in hands-on activities.
• Assess student learning through a variety of assessment methods, such as quizzes, projects, and presentations.
• Provide differentiated instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners, such as gifted and talented students, and students with
disabilities.
• Maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment that fosters curiosity, critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration.
• Participate in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices in STEAM education and to continue to improve teaching practice.

STEAM specalist

Identify and implement best practices and innovations in STEAM education, and develop and maintain relationships with
external partners and organizations, specifically, ministries and schools to facilitate these efforts.
• Analyze data and assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of STEAM programming and initiatives, and use this information
to drive continuous improvement and better outcomes for students.
• Develop and manage budgets, resources, and staffing to support high-quality STEAM education, and ensure compliance with
relevant policies, regulations, and guidelines.
• Collaborate with other education leaders and policymakers to advocate for STEAM education and to shape policies and
regulations related to STEAM education.

Head of Education

Manage and oversee the development, implementation, and assessment of curriculum and instructional materials across all
subject areas such as programming, robotics and engineering, ensuring that they align with district and state standards and
meet the needs of all students.
• Support and mentor teachers to help them develop effective instructional practices, design engaging lesson plans, and
incorporate technology and other tools to enhance student learning.
• Conduct regular classroom observations and evaluations to assess teacher performance and provide feedback and support to
help teachers improve their practice and meet performance goals.
• Develop and deliver ongoing professional development programs and workshops for teachers to promote continuous learning and growth in key areas such as curriculum design, assessment, and technology
• Collaborate with other administrators, teachers, and stakeholders to develop and implement policies and practices that promote student learning, safety, and well-being, and to foster a positive and inclusive school culture.

Teaching Supervisor

Bright Network

IT Project Manager

Statistical Analysis and Data Visualization

GTSolutions

Software Engineer

 Elektron Hökumətin İnkişafı Mərkəzi / e-Gov Development Center

Machine Learning Engineer

As a Senior IT Project Manager at Azercell Telecom LLC, my focus is on steering the BSS stream for our Azercell Kabinetim application, ensuring meticulous planning and execution across various platforms. With a Master of Science in Computer Science and Data Analytics from The George Washington University, I leverage my education to drive innovation and technical excellence.

I possess strong skills in technical project management, business analysis, and product ownership, with a sharp focus on detail. These competencies have been essential in delivering seamless solutions across iOS, Android, and Web platforms. My aim is to further promote strategic IT leadership that drives transformative solutions in the telecom sector.

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