Celebrating New Leaders: Three Experts Join the SAFe Fellow Program

Scaled Agile Welcomes New Leaders

Scaled Agile, Inc. (SAI) has taken a significant step forward in the field of enterprise agile transformation by recently inducting three new thought leaders into its esteemed SAFe® Fellow Program. This prestigious program is designed to recognize individuals who possess exceptional expertise and insight into driving digital transformations at the highest levels of complexity in large organizations. The latest inductees are Cynthia Ferreira, Eduardo Alvim, and Wolfgang Brandhuber, each bringing a wealth of experience and a proven track record of contributing to business agility worldwide.

Who are the New SAFe Fellows?

The SAFe Fellow Program comprises a select group of experts who are instrumental in facilitating business agility across some of the world's largest enterprises. According to Andrew Sales, Chief Methodologist at Scaled Agile, these new fellows not only represent the pinnacle of mastery in the SAFe methodology but crucially extend the organizational expertise needed to evolve the framework in response to global business challenges.

Cynthia Ferreira - A Strategic Mind in Digital Transformation

As a Federal Strategic Advisor at Scaled Agile, Cynthia Ferreira has dedicated over 25 years to promoting digital transformation and enhancing organizational agility within government sectors, both in the USA and internationally. Her work primarily focuses on Lean-Agile methodologies for acquisitions and systems engineering practices. Cynthia's extensive knowledge allows her to effectively coach executives and mentor teams aimed at achieving mission-critical goals.

Eduardo Alvim - The Agile Transformation Leader

Eduardo Alvim, a globally acknowledged Agile transformation authority, serves as the Principal Business Agility Consultant at Gladwell Academy. Over his impressive career, Eduardo has orchestrated large-scale Agile transformations in more than 40 countries across various industries, including aviation, healthcare, banking, and media. He is recognized for his unique ability to bridge strategic vision with practical execution, empowering organizations to achieve sustainable agility.

Wolfgang Brandhuber - Engineering Expertise Meets Agile

Wolfgang Brandhuber, with a doctorate in electrical engineering, has more than two decades of IT consulting and Agile transformation under his belt. Having worked in diverse sectors like medical technology, logistics, and financial services, he is one of the pioneering SAFe Program Consultants (SPCT) in the German-speaking world. His specialization in steering sizable transformations and formulating efficient Agile frameworks has made him a sought-after consultant in complex enterprise environments.

Advancing Business Agility with SAFe

Scaled Agile, Inc. offers SAFe®, the premier framework for achieving business agility, enabling organizations to adapt to changing market landscapes rapidly. With an extensive network of partners and a commitment to innovation, Scaled Agile facilitates the implementation of advanced Agile practices, which has become vital for businesses looking to thrive in today’s fast-paced marketplace.

The induction of Cynthia, Eduardo, and Wolfgang into the SAFe Fellow Program enriches the program’s leadership capabilities and underscores Scaled Agile’s commitment to empowering organizations on their journey toward business transformation. As markets evolve and challenges mount, the experience and insights shared by these new fellows will play a crucial role in supporting organizations to navigate their Agile journey successfully.

In conclusion, as the digital landscape continues to shift, leaders like Ferreira, Alvim, and Brandhuber will be at the forefront, influencing the evolution and application of Agile methodologies and fostering a culture of continuous improvement across various sectors. Scaled Agile is excited to have these distinguished professionals as part of our community.