The Scrum Whisperer: Client Journeys and Testimonials

At the time of this writing, I have been working with Emmanuel for 3 years. He has served us as Scrum master during this time. He joined our company when there was quite a severe case of misunderstanding between the developers and business partners, with trust between the parties breaking down.

Over the first year, he worked tirelessly with us to refine our processes and embrace the principles of SCRUM. During this time, he soothed the relationship between all parties and built trust.

Over time, our entire team (business and developers) has become closely aligned and has a much better understanding of each other. He also assisted in refining our team practices and helped create confidence in our fellow team members.

It is a joy to work with Emmanuel, who is always honest, open, and, above all, friendly. He thrives on helping and supporting his colleagues, is always willing to listen, and offers sage advice. Emmanuel would be an asset to any team.

I met Emmanuel during a multi-million IT development project in 2010.

We were developing a web application for clients who deposit large amounts of cash.

Emmanuel facilitated all the JAD sessions, and his passion and attention to detail were evident in each session.

He managed a multi-cultural, multinational team across the world, which was highly successful.

His calm and professional management style contributed to the project’s success. I will never forget him saying, after a heated discussion around requirements and timelines, “We kicked up a lot of dust,” and then very calmly bringing the audience back to the actual point. Even after we implemented the project, he continued providing support.

It was a pleasure working with Emmanuel during this project.

Emmanuel and I have collaborated in the IT industry since 2011.

He is a natural leader and team builder, known for his communication skills and a positive attitude that motivates people of all ages and skill levels.

His expertise spans organizing and leading technical teams, educating team members, and actively participating in projects.

Over the years, he has successfully established teams both onshore and offshore in various work setups to deliver complex IT projects.

Additionally, he has created training centers to educate IT stakeholders on new technologies and architectural standards, covering everything from curriculum design to certification processes, ensuring staff graduates contribute effectively from day one.

Emmanuel has an open mind that embraces learning, growth, and change. I highly recommend Emmanuel for any position or endeavor that he may seek to pursue. He is self-motivated, competent, and dedicated, and would be a valuable asset in any endeavor.

Emmanuel has been an important part of our team, helping us stay organized and work better together. He has a clear way of explaining things and making sure everyone is on the same page. Whether it’s during stand-ups, sprint planning, or retrospectives, he keeps the meetings productive and focused, which helps us stay on track and improve as a team.

His ability to guide discussions and break down tasks makes it easier for us to tackle even the most complex challenges.

One of the things I really appreciate about him is how much he supports us. If there’s ever a roadblock or challenge, he steps in quickly to help solve it so we can keep moving forward.

He’s also great at making sure that no one feels left out or overwhelmed. He always encourages collaboration and ensures that everyone’s input is valued, which creates a more inclusive and balanced environment. His approach makes the team feel more confident and ready to handle any challenges that come our way.

What stands out most to me is how approachable and easy-going he is. He always makes time to listen to us, whether it’s about work or anything else we might need to share. This makes the work environment much more positive and shows that he genuinely cares about us, not just the tasks we’re working on.

It’s clear that he wants us to grow and succeed, both individually and as a group. 

He’s not only a great leader but also someone who inspires trust and respect through his actions.

Overall, I think he’s done an excellent job as a Scrum Master. He keeps us organized, motivated, and focused, while also making sure we’re improving with every sprint. His leadership and support have made a big difference for the team, and I feel like we’ve all grown stronger because of his efforts.

I’m grateful for the role he plays in helping us reach our goals, and I’m confident that the team wouldn’t be the same without his guidance and expertise.

Emmanuel van der Meulen has served as our Scrum Master at Otomys Software Solutions for four years, during which he has been an invaluable asset to both our team and the company as we developed a SaaS system that replaced our legacy Practice management software.

His positivity and realism create a balanced sense of optimism within the team. This helps the team to remain grounded and motivates us to push forward through any challenges. Emmanuel’s management and communication skills are exceptional; he ensures that team members and stakeholders are aligned with our goals, creates clarity and transparency, increases focus, and minimizes misunderstandings and context-switching.

As a key pillar in our organization, Emmanuel helps the team focus on top priorities, guiding us through sprints and keeping morale high even during challenging phases. His problem-solving abilities are exceptional; thanks to his extensive experience in developing Enterprise Applications, he brings thoughtful solutions and often suggests improvements that enhance our processes and workflows. Emmanuel’s dedication and expertise have undeniably driven significant growth, making him a cornerstone of our success.

Emmanuel and I have been working for the same company for many years, in various areas, working with a range of technologies.

 Emmanuel is an excellent leader and teacher, with outstanding people skills. He was responsible for the training center while I was development manager, and trainees graduated, was definitely ready. His success came from a deep technical knowledge and understanding of the content of the course material and the ability to apply it in a practical manner.

He was involved in various development projects, mostly JEE and he is thorough, diligent and focused on finding the most sensible solution for any requirement, applying his experience. He is continually learning and training himself in different technologies. 

It always was a privilege to work with Emmanuel.