Implementing SAFe® Exemplar

The Implementing SAFe® exemplar is a unique opportunity to learn SAFe directly from Framework team members and SAFe Fellows while being supported by best-in-class SAFe coaches and consultants from around the world. If you have been waiting to get your SPC, or you know someone who would benefit from this unique opportunity, register today!

March 26-29, 2024

Time:

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (MST)

Location:

Scaled Agile Inc.

5400 Airport Blvd. Suite #300

Boulder, CO 80301

Breakfast and lunch will be provided each day, as well as morning and afternoon refreshments.

Be sure to check out additional course offerings provided by our Partner Community on the Training Calendar.

What makes this an Exemplar?

Event Overview

Join us at the Scaled Agile Headquarters in Boulder, Colorado for a uniquely SAFe experience.

  • Dive deep into the intricacies of SAFe from those who create the framework.
  • Master the art of planning and steering a SAFe transformation with confidence and clarity.
  • Identify and leverage value streams, launch Agile Release Trains, enhance flow efficiency, and implement OKRs effectively.
  • Sharpen your skills in Agile product management and delivery – principles that drive real-world success.
  • Network and learn about AI during a post-class happy hour Meetup, provided by Scaled Agile.
  • Meals and refreshments will be provided daily

Implementing SAFe® offers attendees the broadest level of insight into each layer of a SAFe implementation. This course is for those who want to be a leader in a Lean-Agile transformation. This course and resulting certification will help you understand the roles of each person in SAFe organization and then plan and guide a SAFe transformation.

You’ll learn how to identify value streams, launch agile release trains, optimize flow, and apply OKRs to Strategic Themes that define the targeted outcomes for the SAFe transformation. You’ll also practice the principles of Agile product management and product delivery. If you’re looking for a comprehensive and practical understanding of how to help an organization achieve business agility effectively, Implementing SAFe® is the right course for you.

Instructors

Andrew Sales
Chief Methodologist and SAFe Fellow (Scaled Agile, Inc.)

Andrew Sales is an experienced Agile Consultant and previously led the Agile Services Practice across EMEA for CA Technologies (formerly Rally). Drawing on his diverse range of skills and experiences from project management, software development, product management and sales, Andrew has worked with many organizations to help them successfully establish better ways of working. He is passionate about continuous improvement and provides coaching to teams and leaders, supporting them in achieving improved outcomes for their business and their customers.

Rebecca Davis
SAFe Methodologist and SAFe Fellow (Scaled Agile, Inc.)

Rebecca Davis has been leading Agile teams, trains, and leaders for over 15 years within startups, mid-size, and Fortune 100 enterprises. Davis brings her experience as a former Release Train Engineer, Scrum Master, Portfolio Lead, Quality Director, and LACE Director into her current activities.  Rebecca is a SAFe Fellow, Methodologist, and SPCT on the Scaled Agile Framework Team who highlights joy and energy within her work.  Most recently, Rebecca led the Agile Transformation as Director of Scaled Agile Practices and Leader of the Digital LACE within the Fortune 4 and Global 7, where over 4 years, she expanded Scaled Agile Practices from 300 to over 10k working within a Scaled Agile model across the organization, including IT, Marketing, Digital experiences, and Retail business