Lashandra Newton Span Ph.D., MS, SSM, CSM, Agilist's Linkedin Analytics

I started my career as a physical therapist, helping people regain their mobility and independence. Over time, I realized my passion wasn’t just in solving individual problems—it was in designing systems that empower entire teams to succeed. This realization led me to Agile delivery, where I now combine my background in healthcare, expertise in Agile coaching, and servant leadership philosophy to help organizations and teams thrive. As a results-driven Agile Delivery Lead, Program Manager, and Certified Scrum Master (SAFe 6 Agilist), I bring over 15 years of experience guiding cross-functional teams and organizations to achieve their goals through scalable Agile transformations. My journey has been defined by a commitment to fostering cultures of continuous improvement (Kaizen), delivering high-impact solutions, and mentoring teams to achieve operational excellence. One of my most rewarding achievements was at TiER1 Performance Solutions, where I successfully led the development and deployment of a Learning Management System (LMS) that serves over 4,000 clinics and 332,000 patients worldwide. Leveraging Agile frameworks and tools like Jira and ADO, I ensured seamless execution within timelines, resolved technical challenges, and aligned deliverables with stakeholder expectations. As a servant leader, I specialize in building cohesive, high-performing teams and mentoring individuals to define and achieve Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). My expertise extends to change management, process improvement, and innovation, enabling organizations to adopt automation and emerging AI strategies that drive efficiency and long-term success. Beyond Agile delivery, I’ve led strategic initiatives in diverse sectors. At the School District of Palm Beach County, I oversaw district-wide policies and health programs that impacted more than 187,000 students, demonstrating my ability to align organizational objectives with community needs. My technical toolkit includes Agile coaching, program analysis, cloud-based systems, and data-driven strategic planning. As a Certified Scrum Master and SAFe Agilist, I have a proven track record of managing large-scale projects and delivering transformative solutions that empower teams and improve organizational outcomes. Specialties: Agile Delivery & Coaching Program & Project Management Change Management & Process Improvement Stakeholder Collaboration & Communication Data Analysis & Strategic Planning Customer Success “Leadership is not about being in charge. It is about taking care of those in your charge.” —Simon Sinek