Agile Software Development Expert & Scrum Co-Creator; Founder of Scrum.org; Co-Author of the Scrum Guide

Lexington, MA, USA
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Ken Schwaber Biography

Ken Schwaber is a software developer, product manager, and industry consultant recognized as the co-creator of the Scrum framework, a widely adopted methodology in project management and software development. Schwaber co-developed Scrum with Jeff Sutherland to address challenges faced by organizations managing complex development projects. Together, they formulated the initial versions of Scrum and presented it as a formal process at OOPSLA 95. Schwaber introduced empiricism as a foundation for agile project management, emphasizing transparency, inspection, and adaptation to encourage teams to base decisions on observed reality.

Schwaber and Sutherland are among the 17 original signatories of the Agile Manifesto. Schwaber is a founder of the Agile Alliance and established the Scrum Alliance, creating the Certified Scrum Master programs and related certifications. He expanded the application of Scrum beyond software and product development to industries such as finance, healthcare, higher education, and telecommunications. Scrum has been adopted by numerous software development companies globally and is recognized as a leading framework for agile software development.

Following his departure from the Scrum Alliance, Schwaber founded Scrum.org, where he led the development of courseware, assessments, and partnerships to enhance the quality and effectiveness of Scrum. Scrum.org offers resources, training, assessments, and certifications for Scrum Masters, Scrum Developers, Scrum Product Owners, and organizations implementing Scrum. Schwaber and Sutherland are also co-authors of the Scrum Guide, a definitive reference for the framework, which they have updated to reflect the evolving needs of practitioners.

Schwaber has authored several books on Scrum, including "Agile Software Development with Scrum," "Agile Project Management with Scrum," "The Enterprise and Scrum," and "Software in 30 Days." Throughout his career, Schwaber has contributed to the agile movement through publications, training organizations, and advocacy for Scrum as a tool for teams and businesses. His experience spans all levels of the software industry, and his work has influenced agile leadership, organizational transformation, and project management practices worldwide.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/09/2026.

Ken Schwaber Videos

2017 Scrum Guide Update with Ken Schwaber and Jeff Sutherland

2017 Scrum Guide Update with Ken Schwaber and Jeff Sutherland

Ken Schwaber - The State of Agile - 2014 The Path to Agility Conference

Ken Schwaber - The State of Agile - 2014 The Path to Agility Conference

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