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Amanda Masters
IT Program Manager, Senior Project Manager and Senior Scrum Master at Vizient Inc.
Amanda Masters is a seasoned IT Program Manager with a strong background in overseeing legacy platform revitalization and implementing new technologies for enhancing data analysis tools.
She has successfully managed critical product launches, platform migrations, and technology upgrades, ensuring project completion on time by working closely with cross-functional teams.
Amanda also serves as an Application Build Scrum Master for healthcare analytics software, excelling in facilitating teams and coaching them on various agile methodologies such as Scrum, XP, Kanban, and Lean.
Her past experience includes project management roles in IT webservices, payment processing platforms, eComm/POS software, and responsive web portal design, demonstrating expertise in root cause analysis and project lifecycle management.
She is skilled in agile transformation, stakeholder relationship management, and conflict resolution, with a proven track record of driving successful agile adoptions and leading new team initiatives.
Amanda holds various certifications including SAFe Agilist, Certified Scrum Master, Certified Scrum Product Owner, and Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt, highlighting her commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Her educational background includes a B.A. in History from Xavier University and additional studies in project management, agile methodologies, and scaled agile frameworks from reputable institutions.
Throughout her career, Amanda has held key positions in renowned organizations such as Vizient Inc., Vantiv, IP Commerce, and Sybase, showcasing her versatility in managing complex IT projects and fostering team collaboration.
She has also contributed to the IT community by training over 340 professionals in agile practices, facilitating workshops, and mentoring scrum masters on transformation techniques.
Amanda's expertise in facilitating Scrum and SAFe ceremonies, removing development blockers, and driving legacy integration projects makes her a valuable asset in the IT industry.