September 26th, 2024 | @ Hyatt Regency Rochester
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Agile Connect Rochester is a one-day event focused on learning and sharing Agile best practices across the Rochester software community. Attendees will engage in interactive breakouts and thought-provoking discussions to explore successful Agile implementations and learn how to address common challenges.
There’s something for everyone, with sessions geared toward Scrum Masters, Project Managers, Product Owners, and Tech Leads alike. Team leaders and managers are sure to realize value, as well, while watching their teams learn and grow.
Our Partners
Rochester Agile Stories
Sharing and learning from one another is a cornerstone goal for the Agile Connect Conference. Come expecting to hear from companies big and small as they share the stories of their Agile journeys to kick off the day. And please plan to share your own if you feel so inclined!
Rochester Agile Stories
Sharing and learning from one another is a cornerstone goal for the Agile Connect Conference. Come expecting to hear from companies big and small as they share the stories of their Agile journeys to kick off the day. And please plan to share your own if you feel so inclined!
Breakout Sessions
Interactive breakouts designed for every role, every level of the organization, and every stage of the Agile journey.
Breakout Sessions
Interactive breakouts designed for every role, every level of the organization, and every stage of the Agile journey.
Wave 1 Breakout Sessions:
For Product Owners
The Vision Stack: Organizing Teams Around Purpose and Value Delivery
Sean Murray, ITX
Gain understanding of the hierarchical relationship of strategic plan elements and learn connect them to your team’s actionable plans.
For Scrum Masters/Project Managers
Uncovering the Roots: Interactive Root Cause Analysis for Agile Teams
Darian Rashid, Protek IT Systems
Gather comprehensive knowledge of root cause analysis (RCA) tools and techniques to tackle underlying issues more effectively.
For Tech Leads
Enhancing Agile Engineering: Innovations and Best Practices for the Enterprise
Brad Hovinga, Mindex and Gordon Simpson, Paychex
Learn how Paychex and Mindex are working together as partners to maximize coordination, progress, and predictability in engineering.
Wave 2 Breakout Sessions:
For Intro-Level Agilists
Overcoming Early Hurdles in Implementing Agile
Brad Johnson, ITX
Implementing Agile is no easy task. Many organizations, get caught in the transition. Join to listen and share; walk away with tips from the voice of experience.
For Intermediate-Level Agilists
Learning More from Each Sprint: A Retro on Retros
Greg Kauffman and Sherry Hart, Paychex
Reflect on the philosophy behind effective retrospectives and outcomes. Plan to discuss industry trends and share effective retro approaches as well as past successes.
For Advanced Agilists
Maximizing Your Agile Team in an AI-Driven World
Chris Diaz and Mark Chadbourne, Solü Technology Partners
Learn how and when to leverage Artificial Intelligence to increase efficiency and allow your team to focus on what matters most.
Panel Speakers
Overcoming Adversity in Agile
Panel Speakers
Overcoming Adversity in Agile
Sheila Greenhill, Senior Product Owner, Paychex
Deb Patrie, Senior Director of IT, Centene
Sheila Herbert, Vice President, Butler/Till
Lori Gacioch, Agile Coach, URMC
Sheila Greenhill, Senior Product Owner, Paychex
Deb Patrie, Senior Director of IT, Centene
Sheila Herbert, Vice President, Butler/Till
Lori Gacioch, Agile Coach, URMC
Schedule
Registration & Continental Breakfast Opens at 8:30am, Conference Begins @ 9:30am
9:30am – 9:45am | Conference Kickoff
9:45am – 10:30am | Rochester Agile Stories
10:30am – 11:00am | Break / Networking
11:00am – 12:00pm | Interactive Breakouts Wave 1 (choose 1 to attend):
– The Vision Stack: Organizing Teams Around Purpose and Value Delivery
– Uncovering the Roots: Interactive Root Cause Analysis for Agile Teams
– Enhancing Agile Engineering: Innovations and Best Practices for the Enterprise
12:00pm – 1:00pm | Lunch Buffet and Networking
1:00pm – 2:00pm | Interactive Breakouts Wave 2 (choose 1 to attend):
– Overcoming Early Hurdles in Agile Implementation
– Learning More from Each Sprint: A Retro on Retros
– Maximizing Your Agile Team in an AI-Driven World
2:00pm – 2:30pm | Break
2:30pm – 3:30pm | Panel Discussion and Closing Remarks
3:30pm – 5:00pm | Networking and Happy Hour
Registration & Continental Breakfast Opens at 8:30am, Conference Begins @ 9:30am
9:30am – 9:45am | Conference Kickoff
9:45am – 10:30am | Rochester Agile Stories
10:30am – 11:00am | Break / Networking
11:00am – 12:00pm | Interactive Breakouts Wave 1 (choose 1 to attend):
– The Vision Stack: Organizing Teams Around Purpose and Value Delivery
– Uncovering the Roots: Interactive Root Cause Analysis for Agile Teams
– Enhancing Agile Engineering: Innovations and Best Practices for the Enterprise
12:00pm – 1:00pm | Lunch Buffet and Networking
1:00pm – 2:00pm | Interactive Breakouts Wave 2 (choose 1 to attend):
– Overcoming Early Hurdles in Agile Implementation
– Learning More from Each Sprint: A Retro on Retros
– Maximizing Your Agile Team in an AI-Driven World
2:00pm – 2:30pm | Break
2:30pm – 3:30pm | Panel Discussion and Closing Remarks
3:30pm – 5:00pm | Networking and Happy Hour
Sponsorships
For all sponsorship inquires please email sponsoragileconnect@gmail.com
Sponsorships
For all sponsorship inquires please email sponsoragileconnect@gmail.com
Emerald Event Sponsor - Breakout Sponsor
Emerald Event Sponsor - Breakout Sponsor
Sapphire Event Sponsor - WiFi Sponsor
Community Event Sponsor
Emerald Event Sponsor - Breakout Sponsor
Emerald Event Sponsor - Happy Hour Sponsor
Community Event Sponsor
Community Event Sponsor
