Cory Van Duyn, PSM III

Certified Scrum.org Professional Scrum Master level three (PSM III) and Project Management Institute Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) with over 7 years of experience cultivating high-performing agile software development and business teams.

My approach is built on enhancing three essential pillars: purpose, capability, and support. I coach on a foundation of servant leadership, accountability, and clear communication. I thrive in building teams across diverse groups, driving business process enhancements, and developing products that deliver data-driven solutions that fuel business growth.

My approach is centered on finding better ways of working by integrating modern product development principles with a customer-obsessed focus. I believe that a successful organization starts with building strong relationships and truly understanding the unique needs of the teams involved, making sure we own the outcome every step of the way.

Before suggesting changes to team structures or processes, I take the time to assess the specific dynamics and needs of the environment. By fostering a diverse and inclusive culture, I ensure that all perspectives are valued, creating solutions that are tailored, sustainable, and agile. Trust and collaboration are key, and I work closely with teams to drive improvements in both efficiency and engagement, ensuring we succeed better together.

When it comes to team operations, I focus on removing obstacles early and promoting shared understanding. I encourage a growth mindset where teams continuously learn and evolve. I believe in shipping to learn - delivering results iteratively and refining our development based on feedback to maximize customer value.

This approach builds alignment, keeps teams focused on what matters most, and helps them adapt to change.


By setting clear, realistic goals and fostering a shared sense of purpose, teams become empowered to work more effectively, enhance collaboration, and fully engage with their mission.

If you're looking to enhance your team's performance or explore Agile, Scrum, or organizational coaching, let's connect! Schedule a 30-minute introductory call with me to discuss how we can collaborate to achieve your goals...


Skills

Team Coaching

7 years experience

Scrum

7 years experience

Kanban

7 years experience

Jira

7 years experience

Stakeholder Collaboration

7 years experience

Release Planning

6 years experience

Project Management

6 years experience

Transformation Leadership

5 years experience

Change Management

5 years experience

HTML

2 years experience

JavaScript

2 years experience

Node

2 years experience

CSS

2 years experience

Python

2 years experience

Experience

Technical Program Manager (Program Owner), MIS / PMO, Sarnova

  • Lead a multi-year enterprise ecommerce replatforming initiative spanning multiple business units, brands, and storefronts, aligning product, engineering, operations, and executive stakeholders under a unified transformation roadmap.
  • Coordinate cross-domain delivery of a composable commerce ecosystem integrating Kibo Commerce, Akeneo, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations, and a modern front-end design system, managing architectural dependencies and phased migration from legacy platforms.
  • Establish program governance frameworks including integrated roadmaps, financial tracking, cross-workstream dependency management, RAID oversight, and executive-level reporting.
  • Partner with multiple implementation vendors to align delivery sequencing, manage integration risks, and maintain accountability across parallel workstreams.
  • Serve as enterprise Atlassian Site Administrator, governing Jira and Confluence workflows, automation, and reporting standards to improve portfolio visibility and execution consistency.

Scrum Master, NiSource

  • Improved IT delivery throughput by 30% by implementing iterative planning practices, cross-team dependency tracking, and enhanced roadmap visibility across distributed product teams.
  • Led a cross-functional digital team contributing to #1 and #4 rankings in the E Source 2023 Website Benchmark Study across 20 major North American utility websites.
  • Collaborated with senior leadership to align delivery execution with enterprise digital strategy and customer experience objectives.
  • Facilitated Scrum Master community of practice to standardize delivery metrics and improve cross-team predictability.

Senior Scrum Master, Measurabl

  • Led delivery execution across multiple engineering teams, increasing predictability by 25% through structured forecasting, backlog refinement discipline, and release planning improvements.
  • Implemented a monthly product release cycle, reducing time-to-market by 20% and improving release reliability.
  • Partnered with engineering and product leadership to maintain outcome-driven roadmaps and strengthen cross-functional alignment.
  • Led the AgileOps community of practice, enhancing best practices and operational standards while aligning execution with business goals.

Scrum Master, Insight

  • Supported delivery of a $16M enterprise BI analytics platform conversion to IBM Cognos, coordinating five Agile development and business teams.
  • Achieved 15% early delivery rate while reducing technical debt by 10% and maintaining defect rates below 2% throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Managed SDLC governance and biweekly financial reporting, including spend forecasting and budget tracking.
  • Advised senior leadership on delivery frameworks, backlog prioritization, and roadmap transparency to improve execution maturity.

Senior Project Manager, Geometry

  • Implemented cross-functional team collaboration, improving project transparency and efficiency by integrating Agile methodologies into traditional project management frameworks.
  • Optimized team productivity by introducing Kanban boards, resulting in a reduction in project lead times and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Managed a multi-million dollar digital media program for John Deere dealerships across North America, consistently meeting profitability targets while maintaining project scope and timelines.
  • Provided strategic insights to senior leadership, utilizing data-driven reporting and project tracking to enhance decision-making and ensure alignment with organizational goals.

Consulting, Freelance, and Professional Collaborations

Certifications

Testimonials

" Cory is the best scrum master I worked with. He was able to save our team's time during our scrum planning and daily meeting, while keeping our performance to a constant pace. He was a great add to multiple teams, including ours. He helped us self organize, and deliver high quality features in each sprint. He was able to nudge the team into planning and executing successful sprints without making us feel any pressure. He was able to communicate and drive the team through the scrum process, and working as a catalyst to delivering more features. Cory has my highest testimonial when it comes to scrum masters that help teams deliver features faster. "
" I never truly grasped the true power of Scrum and Agile until I had the pleasure of having Cory as my team's Scrum Master. Cory had his finger directly on the pulse of the team being a true “servant leader” Cory was always willing to jump into a quick 1 on 1 with me, always interested in how he could better serve the team. I regularly reached out to Cory seeking advice, particularly on the subject of team dynamics. He is able to analyze the team dynamics and find the perfect blend of scrum leadership and autonomy to match the team and help them do their best work. "
" Working with Cory as our Scrum Master at Measurabl was truly a pleasure, and I can't recommend him enough. Cory's approach was focused on enabling developers to be self-organizing, giving us the autonomy to do our best work. He always kept the team well-informed and fostered a culture of trust. Additionally, I learned so much from Cory regarding the Scrum process. His expertise and guidance were invaluable, and I gained a deeper understanding of agile methodologies thanks to him. Cory always facilitated our daily scrums and sprint retrospectives, creating an environment for open and honest communication and continuous improvement. I'm very grateful for the opportunity to have worked with Cory, and I strongly recommend him for any Scrum Master role. "
" I have had the pleasure of working with Cory at Measurabl. He has been a thoughtful, insightful, and deeply knowledgeable Scrum Master & Coach to myself and our teams here. Through his excellent servant leadership he brought constant improvement to the teams for which I am grateful. He is someone who brings his whole self to work, and is forever learning and growing and bringing that back to the company to increase his impact. We've all become better for working with Cory and I am confident he will bring that verve with him everywhere he goes. "
" It's my absolute pleasure to recommend Cory Van Duyn, a Scrum Master par excellence. Cory's understanding and application of Scrum principles were consistently demonstrated when we worked together. Cory has a knack for breaking down complex Scrum processes into digestible, actionable steps, making it easy for every team member to understand and follow. His approach to Scrum is about following a framework and instilling a mindset and a culture of transparency, inspection, and adaptation. His leadership shines in his commitment to change, consistently encouraging the team to embrace new methods and approaches for continuous improvement. He embodies the principle of a self-organizing team, empowering each of us to take ownership and collaborate effectively. "
" Cory is the exact type of person to include on any team. He approaches all challenges with enthusiasm and energy. When faced with complex problems, Cory is able to create solutions that benefit the client and agency alike. His ability to understand the ask, and to develop engaging ideas is unparalleled. Not only does he deliver on client needs, he is constantly finding new ways to empower and inspire those around him. He's a true asset to the team, and the value he brings was apparent immediately. I was lucky to work side by side with him, and learn from his depth of experience. "
" Cory is a highly motivated and driven individual who is always eager to learn and grow. Cory expresses interest in leveling up his program management skills to be more technical, and I am happy to guide his learning in this area. I am particularly impressed by Cory's ability to intuitively connect the topics he learns with projects at work. He is able to quickly see how the concepts he learns can be applied to real-world problems, and he is always looking for ways to improve his skills and knowledge. Cory is also a natural leader. He is able to motivate and inspire others, and he is always willing to help out his colleagues. I am confident that Cory will have a bright future in his chosen career path of technical project/program management consulting. He is an asset to any team, and I highly recommend him. "
" Cory is a solid team leader, a passionate strategic thinker and an enthusiastic hard worker -- a combination of characteristics that make him an invaluable asset, especially when it comes to managing cross-functional teams. You have to admire the level of preparation and energy that Cory brings to our project kick-off meetings. I appreciate that his briefs are thorough -- including all of the information we need to strategically and resourcefully approach each task with the tools necessary to achieve winning results for our clients. "