BUSINESS OWNER // PMP // CSM // JIRA ADMIN
CHRIST⬡PHER
C⬡DESIST⬡
TRAVEL ENTHUSIAST // FOOD FANATIC // ALL-IN-ALL JUST A GOOD DUDE
BUSINESS OWNER // PMP // CSM // JIRA ADMIN
Chris DeSisto
TRAVEL ENTHUSIAST // FOOD FANATIC // ALL-AROUND GOOD DUDE
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OVERVIEW
Welcome to my world of transformation and unstoppable momentum! I’m Chris, a Certified Scrum Master (CSM) and Senior IT Project Manager with over 15 years of leadership expertise, including 8+ years driving Agile success. I’m passionate about delivering innovative tech solutions with precision and empowering teams to shine with infectious energy.
As President and co-owner of AROO CONSULTING, a boutique coaching and consulting firm, I blend expert project management, including Scrum, Kanban, and Waterfall, with a deep commitment to growth.
For businesses, I lead dynamic sprints, refine backlogs, and align stakeholders to deliver predictable, high-impact results.
For individuals, I spark breakthroughs using tools like hypnosis, NLP, and sound therapy.
Rooted in empathy and strategic vision, I turn complexity into clarity while fostering collaboration and continuous improvement. My leadership, honed as Vice President in title insurance, brings a bold, human-centered edge to every challenge.
Let’s get after it!
Hi, I’m Chris! I’m a Certified Scrum Master, Senior Project Manager, and passionate business owner who gets things done—with energy, focus, and a dash of flair.
As the President and co-owner of a boutique coaching and consulting firm, I help teams and individuals reach new heights through Agile leadership, strategic project management, and transformative coaching. I have a knack for turning big ideas into reality, and I bring dedication, collaboration, and a sprinkle of creativity to every project I touch.
Outside of work, I’m an adventurer at heart. Whether exploring new destinations with my wife, experimenting with Italian recipes in the kitchen, or soaking up nature, I believe in working hard, playing harder, and enjoying the ride. Let’s team up to elevate your projects, business, or personal goals, with focus, fun, and results that inspire!
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EXPERIENCE
Take a look at some of my past experiences where I’ve absolutely crushed it as an IT Professional and Senior Project Manager.
PRESIDENT & CO-OWNER | JAN 2021 - PRESENT
⬡ Lead end-to-end program and project delivery across Agile, hybrid, and predictive environments for client organizations
⬡ Establish performance frameworks, risk management models, and delivery governance for client engagements
⬡ Serve as product owner and lead tester for AROO-built applications, validating features against real-world use and field-testing with clients
⬡ Leverage AI tools to enhance delivery operations, streamline reporting, and support data-informed coaching and decision-making
⬡ Coach leaders and teams on scalable Agile practices and mindfulness-informed performance strategies
⬡ Partner with CEO on firm vision, growth strategy, and operational scaling
PROJECT MANAGER / SCRUM MASTER / AGILE COACH | AUG 2018 - FEB 2021
⬡ Managed 10+ concurrent projects as program manager and Scrum Master for a financial services technology client, successfully closing all engagements
⬡ Served as project manager, Scrum Master, and Jira administrator for a technology services client, interfacing directly with a multinational telecommunications and entertainment end-client across a multi-year Agile transformation
⬡ Led hybrid delivery of analytics, security, and infrastructure initiatives across multiple coordinated workstreams
⬡ Assessed and advocated closure of an off-track client portal project, preventing further resource loss while preserving organizational knowledge
⬡ Managed cross-functional delivery of a manufacturing process application, coordinating production, operations, QA, and IT teams
⬡ Supported internal Jira administration, PM/Scrum Master training, and process standardization
ASSISTANT TO THE DIRECTOR OF PROJECT MANAGEMENT | SEP 2014 - MAY 2018
⬡ Compiled project metrics across 10+ project management contractors managing approximately 200 projects, facilitating portfolio-level status reporting
⬡ Supported Jira project setup, administrative tasks, and delivery coordination as the PM function scaled
⬡ Planned and executed a project management summit including venue, travel, accommodations, and logistics
⬡ Earned Certified Scrum Master credential during this period, deepening formal Agile methodology knowledge
VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS | SEP 2009 - SEPT 2014
⬡ Introduced daily standups adapted from Scrum, improving pipeline visibility and cross-team coordination
⬡ Promoted through three roles to VP of Operations based on consistent performance and leadership impact
⬡ Drove sustained revenue growth through relationship-based client development and organizational brand-building
⬡ Managed 100+ complex transactions annually with near-perfect compliance across regulatory requirements
⬡ Hired, mentored, and developed staff, including coaching underperforming team members to sustained success
⬡ Named employee of the year five consecutive years
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SATISFIED CUSTOMERS
I’m thrilled to partner with organizations of every size, from startups to industry giants, delivering game-changing project management, Agile expertise, and transformative coaching. My work drives results that elevate businesses and spark growth, and it’s an honor to showcase a few of the incredible clients I’ve served below:
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SKILLS
Skills Unleashing Epic Results!
I’m fired up to bring my skills to the table, igniting projects, teams, and lives with unstoppable energy! From cutting-edge tech tools to game-changing leadership, I blend expertise and passion to deliver results that wow businesses and spark personal transformation.
Ready to see what’s in my toolbox? Let’s dive in!
TECHNICAL SKILLS
⬡ Project Management & Delivery: Jira, Confluence, MS Project, Asana, Trello, SharePoint
⬡ Methodologies: Scrum, Kanban, Waterfall, Hybrid, Lean, XP
⬡ AI & Automation: ChatGPT, Claude, Fireflies, Gemini, Grok, Otter
⬡ Jira Administration: Workflows, user management, permissions
⬡ Collaboration Platforms: Slack, Zoom, Microsoft Teams
⬡ Productivity Suites: MS Office, Google Suite
SOFT SKILLS
⬡ Lead high-performing remote teams with empathetic communication and collaboration
⬡ Navigate strategic planning and change to align projects with business goals
⬡ Engage stakeholders with clear, impactful communication strategies
⬡ Enhance user experiences through UX oversight and client relationship management
⬡ Champion process improvement for operational efficiency and sustainable growth
⬡ Empower teams and individuals through mindfulness-based coaching and facilitation
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CERTIFICATION & TRAINING
Skills Unleashing Epic Results!
I’m fired up to bring my skills to the table, igniting projects, teams, and lives with unstoppable energy! From cutting-edge tech tools to game-changing leadership, I blend expertise and passion to deliver results that wow businesses and spark personal transformation.
Ready to see what’s in my toolbox? Let’s dive in!
CERTIFICATIONS
⬡ Project Management Professional (PMP) – Project Management Institute (PMI)
⬡ AI for Scrum Masters (Scrum Alliance)
TRAININGS
⬡ Accredited Mindfulness Guide with Guided Meditation
⬡ Meditation Basics to Guide Others
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STELLAR FEEDBACK
REVIEWS
Still not quite convinced by all the hype? Well then I suggest you check out what others have to say.
You’ll soon realize that connecting with me is the best choice you’ll make today (or dare I say – this year?)!