Al Gross, PMP, CSM, CSPO, SAFe 6 POPM

Al Gross, a highly experienced IT professional with a strong background in IT project management, Agile methodologies, and healthcare IT systems. Holding certifications such as PMP, CSM, CSPO, and SAFe 5 POPM, Al specializes in leading complex projects involving global virtual cross-functional teams and system integration.

Al's expertise lies in IT operations, technical project management, Agile delivery, and transformation. With a track record of delivering projects on time and within budget, he possesses excellent executive-level presentation and communication skills.

Having managed virtual teams and engaged in extensive international business travel to countries like the UK, Australia, Singapore, and Brazil, Al brings over 20 years of sales and marketing experience to the table. He is fully fluent in spoken and written Japanese at an advanced business level.

Al's educational background includes a Bachelor's degree from Rutgers University and participation in programs like the Japanese Semester Exchange Program at Princeton University and Monbusho Year Abroad Scholarship at Waseda University.

Throughout his career, Al has held key positions at reputable organizations such as Tillys, Pacific Dental Services, Cognizant, HP, British American Tobacco, Shell Services International Japan, Cisco Systems, and American Creative Concepts, Inc. Additionally, he has experience as a CEO and consultant at NRL International.