Dave has been a transformative leader in technology projects for over 25 years,
pioneering innovative approaches to work management. With deep expertise in both
traditional project management and Agile frameworks, he envisions a future where
proficiency in both Agile and traditional approaches are essential for professionals. Since
2008, Dave has been a prominent voice in the Agile and Project Management
communities through his podcast, drunkenpm, and his blog, The Reluctant Agilist on
ProjectManagement.com. His podcasts have amassed over 1,000,000 listens.
As a Certified Scrum Trainer, Dave has taught PMP and PMI-ACP certification courses
and volunteered extensively, serving on the board of PMI’s IT & Telecom SIG and
contributing to PMI, the Agile Alliance, and the Scrum Alliance. He is a member of the
Scrum Alliance Trainer Approval Community, a faculty member at Modus Institute, where
he teaches a class in using The Art of War for Collaboration and Guided Personal Kanban
classes. He is also part of the core team behind The Agile Network. Dave’s multifaceted
contributions and unwavering commitment have made him a cornerstone in the
evolution of project management and Agile practices.