Luca Graziani
Secaucus
Summary
Dynamic Program Manager with 15+ years of experience, engineering background, and deep expertise in Agile and Waterfall methodologies. Proven track record of building and leading PMOs from the ground up, optimizing processes, and driving productivity improvements across complex projects. Successfully managed a $30M+ portfolio, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery. Known for mentoring and managing project managers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and collaborating closely with C-level executives to align strategy with execution. A results-driven leader with a passion for innovation, efficiency, and delivering exceptional outcomes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
Senior Program Manager
Neighborly
05.2023 - Current
- Delivered 100% On-Time Projects: Successfully led multiple cross-functional teams across concurrent initiatives, fostering collaboration and boosting team morale to ensure all projects were delivered on time and within scope
- Managed $30M+ Programs: Led a portfolio of high-value, large-scale projects, driving strategic resource allocation, meticulous budget oversight, and effective SteerCo governance to achieve organizational goals consistently
- C-Level & Executive Engagement: Regularly led meetings with C-level executives and Brand Presidents, effectively communicating project status, risks, and strategic recommendations
- Organization-Wide Process Improvement: Designed and implemented processes that earned executive praise as “the most successful and organized projects in company history”, driving significant operational enhancements
- Strategic Project Planning & Adaptation: Utilized multiple methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, hybrid) to create flexible, adaptable project plans that responded to evolving requirements and business needs
- Risk Management Expertise: Developed and executed risk mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions and ensure seamless project progression
- Product Launch Leadership: Coordinated product launches by aligning product, engineering, marketing, SEO, and content teams, ensuring high-quality deliverables and smooth deployments
- Operational Efficiency & Continuous Improvement: Streamlined workflows to increase efficiency, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation
- Technical & Business Communication Bridge: Facilitated clear communication between technical and non-technical teams, enabling smooth execution and alignment on project goals
Sr. Agile Program Manager
Bluecore
02.2020 - 01.2023
- Drove Agile Transformation: Implemented Agile best practices across the R&D organization, significantly boosting team velocity and productivity
- Led Company-Wide Scrum Adoption: Successfully managed the organization-wide transition to the Scrum framework, enhancing delivery efficiency and cross-functional collaboration
- Strategic Roadmap Development: Established comprehensive roadmaps and strategic frameworks for program planning, aligning initiatives with business objectives and long-term goals
- Executive & Board Collaboration: Partnered closely with executives and board members to drive program management strategies, ensuring alignment with organizational vision and priorities
- Built High-Impact PMO: Founded and managed the Program Management Office (PMO), leveraging KPIs to optimize team performance and directly contribute to the company’s growth, culminating in a $1B valuation
Sr. Technical Program Manager
Peloton Interactive
02.2018 - 02.2020
- Mentored High-Performing Teams: Trained and mentored program managers, fostering leadership development and driving team excellence across the organization
- Delivered Top User-Facing Features: Led programs for the company’s most impactful releases, including the Yoga/Meditation Program and the New Home Screen (2018–2019), enhancing user experience and engagement
- Spearheaded Major Hardware Launch: Directed the successful program delivery for the Peloton Tread (2018), ensuring on-time execution and seamless product rollout
- End-to-End Product & Beta Management: Planned, led, and managed the development and launch of new features, products, and beta programs, delivering high-quality outcomes that aligned with business goals
- Strategic Planning Expertise: Collaborated with cross-functional teams to organize and execute quarterly planning, driving alignment and prioritization of key initiatives
- Executive & Board-Level Engagement: Worked closely with C-level executives and board members to ensure strategic alignment and program success
- Cross-Industry Collaboration: Partnered with external software and hardware companies, managing relationships to deliver integrated solutions and meet critical milestones
Agile Manager / Scrum Master
Cox Automotive
03.2016 - 09.2017
- Led Agile Transformation: Enhanced SDLC processes for a satellite office by implementing Agile initiatives, driving efficiency and delivery improvements on multiple projects.
- Mentored Leaders and Teams: Coached new managers and global teams in Agile best practices, fostering alignment and skill development across the organization
- Optimized Team Performance: Improved team productivity and streamlined resource allocation, ensuring optimal delivery of key projects
Agile Project Manager
Jibe
02.2015 - 01.2016
- Led Project Management for SaaS Development: Directed project management efforts for multiple teams of software engineers, delivering high-quality, robust SaaS products supporting Jibe’s mobile recruiting and big data analytics solutions
- Scrum Leadership: Organized and facilitated Scrum ceremonies, ensuring engineering teams adhered to Agile practices and delivered consistently
- Agile Excellence: Successfully implemented and optimized Agile Project Management methodologies in a complex development environment, balancing competing priorities while maintaining high productivity and efficiency
- Stakeholder Collaboration & Budget Oversight: Acted as the primary liaison with stakeholders on infrastructure and project progress while overseeing financial management and budgeting for all engineering initiatives
- Resource & Time Management: Strategically managed critical resources and timelines, ensuring engineering teams consistently met project milestones and deadlines
- SAFe Implementation: Coordinated the successful adoption of the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) across the organization, driving alignment and scalability in project delivery
Scrum Master and Producer
High 5 Games
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Led Multi-Platform Feature Development: Managed end-to-end feature development across multiple platforms, including Android, iOS, Facebook, High5Casino.net, and Shaketheskycasino.com, balancing product scope with delivery timelines
- Scrum Implementation & Coordination: Introduced and facilitated Scrum practices, coordinating sprints for 60+ team members, driving alignment and improving delivery efficiency
- Lifecycle Management: Oversaw the full software development lifecycle, enhancing the product backlog in collaboration with stakeholders by prioritizing tasks to optimize bug resolution, monetization-focused features, and UX improvements for players
- Strategic Scope Negotiation: Leveraged deep technical expertise to negotiate product scope and requirements with design, engineering, and leadership, maintaining product integrity while achieving aggressive delivery timelines
Scrum Master and Lead Software Engineer
Snap Mylife Inc.
10.2010 - 12.2012
- Directed Development Teams: Led teams building Facebook applications and mobile software, leveraging Agile methodologies to drive efficient development and deliver
Software Engineer Researcher
Siemens Building Technologies
05.2008 - 08.2010
- QA Engineer for a large-scale, multi-team project involving 15 teams (100+ engineers) across 3 continents, following Agile methodologies and Scrum practices.
- Developed and tested an algorithm for test case generation using combinatorial methods, analyzing Mechatronic Systems and applying various testing techniques.
- Created Java-based algorithms for efficient test case generation.
- Developed a web-based financial tool, utilizing Flex, AS3, Java, Microsoft Visual Studio, and Microsoft SQL Server.
Education
Master of Science - Computer Science
Università Degli Studi Di L'Aquila
L'Aquila, Italy01.2010
International Exchange Program - Computer Science
University of Miami
Miami, FL, USA01.2007
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Cross-functional Leadership
- Scope management
- Stakeholder Management
- Change Management
- Risk Management
- Financial Management
- Data-Driven Decisions
- Conflict Resolution
- Technical Acumen
- Digital Transformation
- Effective Communication
- Agile
- Scrum
- Waterfall
- JIRA
- Smartsheet
- Microsoft 365
- Google Suite
Certification
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM) : A globally recognized credential from Scrum Alliance that demonstrates expertise in the Scrum framework and Agile methodologies.
- Six Sigma Green Belt : Professional certification that demonstrates expertise in Six Sigma methodologies for process improvement.
- Advanced Project Management, Champlain College, Focused on advanced project management techniques, enhancing my ability to plan and execute complex projects strategically.
Timeline
Senior Program Manager
Neighborly
05.2023 - Current
Sr. Agile Program Manager
Bluecore
02.2020 - 01.2023
Sr. Technical Program Manager
Peloton Interactive
02.2018 - 02.2020
Agile Manager / Scrum Master
Cox Automotive
03.2016 - 09.2017
Agile Project Manager
Jibe
02.2015 - 01.2016
Scrum Master and Producer
High 5 Games
01.2013 - 01.2015
Scrum Master and Lead Software Engineer
Snap Mylife Inc.
10.2010 - 12.2012
Software Engineer Researcher
Siemens Building Technologies
05.2008 - 08.2010
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM) : A globally recognized credential from Scrum Alliance that demonstrates expertise in the Scrum framework and Agile methodologies.
- Six Sigma Green Belt : Professional certification that demonstrates expertise in Six Sigma methodologies for process improvement.
- Advanced Project Management, Champlain College, Focused on advanced project management techniques, enhancing my ability to plan and execute complex projects strategically.
Master of Science - Computer Science
Università Degli Studi Di L'Aquila
International Exchange Program - Computer Science
University of Miami
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