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Luke Dean

London Area

Summary

Dynamic Business Consultant with a proven track record at IBM, excelling as a Scrum Master and Product Owner. Spearheaded Agile transformations, driving over $1M in revenue on multiple engagements, by enhancing stakeholder and team collaboration. Expert in Agile delivery and leading diverse design, technical and AI delivery squads, fostering continuous improvement and strategic decision-making.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Business Consultant

IBM
09.2023 - Current
  • Led cross-functional Agile teams as Certified Scrum Master and Product Owner, delivering over $1M in revenue through successful digital transformation projects across Banking and Oil & Gas sectors.
  • Spearheaded Agile adoption for leading industry clients at IBM, increasing delivery velocity through implementation of Scrum best practices, backlog prioritisation, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.
  • Collaborated closely with senior stakeholders up to SVP and VP to define value and developed product roadmaps, ensuring alignment with business goals.
  • Experience of over 3000 hours on agile digital transformation engagements at IBM as a Scrum Master or Product Owner. Facilitating ceremonies, coaching teams on Agile principles and mastering Agile tools such as Azure Dev Ops and Jira.
  • Drove end-to-end Agile delivery lifecycle across a variety of engagements including Software Development, AI and Design projects.

Business Consultant - Internship

IBM
08.2021 - 08.2022
  • Supported Chief Operating Officer of IBM iX Digital Solutions in managing multi-million-dollar commercial portfolios, overseeing financial tracking, resource costing, and contractual signings to ensure revenue accuracy and operational efficiency.
  • Took on client-facing roles across Agile squads as Scrum Master, Business Analyst, and Service Designer, directly contributing to successful delivery of innovative digital solutions for major clients.
  • Facilitated Agile ceremonies, managed Azure DevOps boards, and resolved blockers, earning recognition from clients for driving team performance and stakeholder engagement through effective agile ceremonies.
  • Conducted market research and financial forecasting to uncover opportunities, applying strategic business frameworks that informed client decision-making and revenue modeling.
  • Granted IBM-funded external Registered Scrum Master certification, an endorsement typically reserved for graduate employees - reflecting impact and value delivered during the internship.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Studies

Bournemouth University
06-2023

Some College (No Degree) - International Trade And Logistics Diploma

South Essex College
Basildon, Essex
08-2019

Some College (No Degree) - 14 A* - C GCSEs

Beauchamps High School
Wickford, Essex
06-2016

Skills

  • Scrum Master
  • Product Owner
  • Agile Delivery
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Presentations & Communication
  • Teamwork & Collaboration

Accomplishments

  • Ran multiple Half Marathons for a variety of charities.
  • Raised over £1000 alongside University for Cancer Research in a charity boxing fundraiser.
  • One of the selected 4000 applicants during COVID-19 to obtain an internship at IBM iX.
  • A university alumni advocate, delivering sessions on a variety of topics to level 4-6 Bournemouth University Students.

Certification

  • Professional Scrum Master: Scrum.org
  • Registered Product Owner: Scrum inc.
  • Generative AI Advanced Consultant / PM: IBM
  • Certificate in Management and Leadership: Chartered Management Institute
  • Agile Advocate: IBM

Timeline

Business Consultant

IBM
09.2023 - Current

Business Consultant - Internship

IBM
08.2021 - 08.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Business Studies

Bournemouth University

Some College (No Degree) - International Trade And Logistics Diploma

South Essex College

Some College (No Degree) - 14 A* - C GCSEs

Beauchamps High School

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