I believe that the most profound transformations begin not with frameworks or processes, but with people. Over years, I have learned that when we lead with empathy and equip teams with the right mindset, extraordinary things happen — silos dissolve, innovation flourishes, and organisations discover a resilience they never knew they had.
True agility is not about adopting a framework — it is about cultivating a mindset where every individual feels empowered to lead, learn, and create lasting impact.
— Shaily RajwanshiMy path into Agile was never a straight line — and I think that is precisely what makes it meaningful. I began my career with a foundation in Physics, studying at CCS University in India, where I developed the analytical rigour and curiosity that would later shape how I approach complex organisational challenges.
The early years were spent understanding systems from the inside — first through facilitated project work, then through end-to-end testing at Quality Cloud UK, where I witnessed firsthand how software delivery could be transformed when teams embraced iterative thinking. It was there that the seed was planted: the realisation that the biggest bottleneck in any organisation is rarely technical. It is human.
That insight led me to Advance Agility, where for over six years I had the privilege of partnering with some of the world's most recognised brands — American Express, John Lewis, Barclays, Jumio, STC, and Pepsi. I designed and delivered over ten Agile training programmes spanning Scrum, XP, Kanban, SAFe, and DevOps, and led transformation programmes that didn't just change processes — they changed cultures.
As a Senior Agile Coach at QA, I deepened this work across the UK's most demanding industries — coaching teams at Sky TV & Broadband through a large-scale SAFe transformation, empowering Lloyds Banking Group to achieve a 42% improvement in team performance, and leading Agile transformation across Barclays' globally distributed teams, accelerating delivery by 60%.
Today, I am collaborating with the global teams at Infosys Consulting as a Senior Consultant, architecting resilient, Agile futures for enterprise leaders. This is not just a role — it is a mission. A mission to bring the depth of years of independent thinking and hands-on coaching to one of the world's most impactful consulting platforms, helping organisations not merely adopt Agile, but truly become Agile.
A selection of organisations where I've partnered with teams to drive meaningful transformation.
Senior Consultant collaborating with global teams to architect resilient, Agile futures for enterprise leaders. Bringing years of coaching expertise to one of the world's most impactful consulting platforms.
Supported Agile teams through a large-scale SAFe transformation, enabling seamless integration of new frameworks across multiple portfolios. Delivered transformation workshops and facilitated SAFe Lean Portfolio Management courses.
Coached teams, Scrum Masters, and Product Owners, leading to a 42% improvement in team performance. Delivered ICAgile-certified courses and facilitated Story Mapping Workshops for shared system understanding.
Led Agile transformation across globally distributed teams, accelerating delivery by 60%. Optimised dependency management using JIRA Align and coached Scrum Masters to strengthen cross-team collaboration through OKRs.
Led Agile transformation programmes for American Express, John Lewis, Jumio, STC, and Pepsi. Designed and delivered 10+ training programmes on Scrum, XP, Kanban, SAFe, and DevOps.
Started with end-to-end testing at Quality Cloud UK and facilitated project work at KIIT, building the technical foundation and systems thinking that would shape a career in Agile transformation.
A curated collection of books I return to again and again — each one has left a lasting mark on how I coach, lead, and think.
Reflections from the front lines of Agile transformation — leadership, culture, and the human side of change.
Agile Release Trains are more than a structural construct — they are the living, breathing engine of value delivery in scaled environments. Here's what I've learned from running ARTs at Sky, Barclays, and beyond.
The best leaders I've worked with share one trait: they lead by serving. After nearly two decades in Agile, here are the patterns I've seen in truly transformational leadership.
From GPT-powered retrospective analysis to AI-driven backlog prioritisation — the tools are evolving. But the human element of coaching remains irreplaceable. Here's how I see the intersection.
I share insights on Agile Transformation, leadership, and the evolving landscape of enterprise agility through video content. From deep-dives into SAFe implementation to reflections on what makes teams truly high-performing.
Read on MediumWhether you're navigating an Agile transformation, exploring new leadership approaches, or simply want to exchange ideas about building better teams — I'm always open to a thoughtful conversation. The best insights come from connection.