Michael Vizdos

Strategic Advisor

Michael Vizdos is a prominent figure in the Agile and Scrum community, serving as the Managing Director at Vizdos Enterprises, LLC.1 He is recognized for his extensive experience and contributions to the field of Agile methodologies and Scrum practices.

Professional Background

Michael is one of the founding members of the Scrum Alliance, an international non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and supporting Scrum and Agile practices.1 He continues to serve the organization in various capacities, leveraging his expertise to further its mission.

Areas of Expertise

Agile and Scrum Leadership:: Michael is known for leading organizations and teams to create better business results while focusing on employee satisfaction.6 He describes himself as a system thinker and flow practitioner, emphasizing his holistic approach to organizational improvement.

Empowering Scrum Teams:: With his experience in leading Scrum teams in real-world scenarios, Michael has developed insights into effective Agile implementation.6

Collaboration and Decision-Making:: Michael emphasizes the importance of purposeful collaboration and data-driven decision-making in his professional approach.3 4

Content Creation and Thought Leadership

Michael actively shares his knowledge and insights through various platforms:

He maintains a YouTube channel where he regularly posts content related to his areas of expertise.5
He frequently shares posts on LinkedIn, offering actionable tips and reflections on topics such as decision-making, collaboration, and Agile practices.2 3 4

Philosophy and Approach

Michael's professional philosophy appears to be centered around:

Objective decision-making using data and evidence3
Purposeful collaboration rather than unnecessary meetings4
Continuous learning and improvement in Agile practices7
Empowering teams and creating positive work environments6

Through his work at Vizdos Enterprises, LLC, and his involvement with the Scrum Alliance, Michael Vizdos continues to be an influential voice in the Agile and Scrum community, helping organizations and individuals improve their practices and achieve better business results.

Experience

Managing Director at Vizdos Enterprises, LLC

Strategic Advisor at Blueprint Education Inc. (Jul 2014 - Present), Scrum Alliance Certified Scrum Trainer (Jan 2004 - Present), Scrum Master In Residence at Virginia Commonwealth University (Jun 2017 - Present), President at Ronin International, Inc. (Sep 2001 - Dec 2003), Senior Director Professional Services at Brience (May 2000 - Aug 2001), Manager, Consulting Division at TRACI Network Solutions (Aug 1999 - Apr 2000), Director, Midrange Systems at Eclipsys (Jan 1997 - Aug 1999), Systems Engineer at Electronic Data Systems (Jan 1991 - Dec 1996)