Implementing SAFe® Exemplar

The Implementing SAFe® exemplar is a unique opportunity to learn SAFe directly from the Chief Methodologists 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!

February 21-24, 2024

Time:

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (GMT)

Location:

Grand Hyatt Rio De Janeiro

Av. Lúcio Costa, 9600 Barra da Tijuca

Rio de Janeiro, 22795-007

Taught in English with simultaneous translation in Brazilian Portuguese

Breakfast and lunch will be provided each day, as well as morning and afternoon refreshments. We will also host a social Wednesday evening.

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

What makes this an Exemplar?

  • Taught by SAFe Framework team members and SAFe Fellows
  • Testbed for new IP
  • SPCT Immersion week

Event Overview

Ready to lead a Lean-Agile transformation?

Need a deeper understanding of the Scaled Agile Framework?

Looking to teach SAFe courses yourself?

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

Roberto Argento
SAFe Strategic Advisor

Pós-Graduado pelo “Master of Science in Advanced IT and Business Management” da University of Wales. MBA em Marketing pelo IBMEC. Mais 30 anos no mercado de tecnologia aplicada a automação, BI, Engenharia de Software, PPM e Transformação Digital em empresas como IBM, CA, Planview e Accenture. Atualmente é SAFe Strategic Advisor e SPCT Candidate na Scaled Agile, empresa autora e proprietária do SAFe, framework lider de mercado de para Business Agility.

Graduated from the “Master of Science in Advanced IT and Business Management” at the University of Wales. MBA in Marketing from IBMEC. More than 30 years in the technology market applied to automation, BI, Software Engineering, PPM and Digital Transformation in companies such as IBM, CA, Planview and Accenture. He is currently SAFe Strategic Advisor and SPCT Candidate at Scaled Agile, author and owner of SAFe, the market leading framework for Business Agility.

Graduado de la “Maestría en Ciencias en TI Avanzada y Gestión Empresarial” en la Universidad de Gales. MBA en Marketing por IBMEC. Más de 30 años en el mercado de la tecnología aplicada a la automatización, BI, Ingeniería de Software, PPM y Transformación Digital en empresas como IBM, CA, Planview y Accenture. Actualmente es asesor estratégico de SAFe y candidato a SPCT en Scaled Agile, autor y propietario de SAFe, el marco líder en el mercado para Business Agility.

Joe Vallone
Agile Coach, SPCT, and SAFe Fellow at Scaled Agile Inc.

Joe Vallone is an experienced Agile Coach, SPCT, and SAFe Fellow at Scaled Agile Inc., and has been involved in the Lean and Agile communities since 2002. Listed in TechBeacon’s scaled-agile experts, Joe has implemented large-scale Agile transformations at several fortune 100 companies. Joe began his SAFe journey while working with Dean Leffingwell at Nokia in 2007. He is an effective leader and speaker with over 25 years of software development and leadership experience with certifications as a Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Certified Scrum Professional (CSP), and Certified SAFe Program Consultant Trainer (SPCT), and SAFe Fellow. Joe has executive leadership experience in startup companies as a CTO, CIO, and VP of Engineering. Joe Vallone received his Engineering undergraduate degree from the University of South Florida, in Tampa Florida, and his MBA from the prestigious Cox School of Business, Southern Methodist University in Dallas.

Adam Mattis
Principal, SAFe Fellow at Scaled Agile Inc.

Digital Transformation and Product Strategy Expert with a distinguished career in enhancing operational efficiency, steering digital integration, and executing robust enterprise strategies across diverse sectors and regions. Renowned for bolstering business agility, managing significant portfolios, pioneering innovative digital solutions, and leading high-impact teams. Skilled in the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), formulating growth blueprints, refining operational processes, and innovating intellectual assets. Esteemed brand ambassador at industry-leading events with a commendable background as a medically retired combat veteran. Passionate about business expansion, software engineering insights, architectural excellence, and guiding transformative efforts. Proud holder of an MBA and a Bachelor’s in Business Information Systems.