Dotty Meltesen

Dotty Meltesen is an experienced Agile Lead currently at Thrivent since April 2022. Previously served as Sr Agile Delivery Manager at Principal Financial Group from April 2018 to April 2022, overseeing multiple teams and delivering Agile IT solutions in collaboration with Product Management. Dotty's career includes roles such as IT Program Manager - Agile at Farm Bureau Financial Services, where responsibilities included IT Delivery Commitments and stakeholder communication, as well as independent consulting for various organizations as an Agile Coach and Delivery Manager. Earlier experience includes positions at QCI, DuPont Pioneer, and Nationwide Insurance, where Dotty developed proprietary software solutions and managed agile teams. Educational credentials include a B.S. in Business Management from Upper Iowa University and an A.A.S in Computer Software Engineering from Indian Hills Community College.