Tom Blades

Tom Blades is a seasoned Agile Leader and Coach with extensive experience in program and portfolio management. Currently serving as the Director of Program Management at Fidelity Investments, Tom oversees organizational Agile transformations and product-driven portfolio models. They hold an MBA and several certifications, including SAFe 6 and ICP-ATF, demonstrating expertise in scaling Agile practices and operational efficiencies. Tom's past roles include management positions in various sectors such as IT, telecom, and medical technologies, where they successfully led large-scale projects and initiatives. Educated at Northern Kentucky University and Thomas More University, Tom combines a deep understanding of product development with a commitment to effective project management and process improvement.