Samant Kumar is a seasoned Portfolio Manager and Agile Program Manager at Capgemini, boasting over 21 years of extensive experience in Agile Program/Project Management and software solution delivery across diverse domains. His professional journey is marked by a rich repertoire of certifications including SAFe SPC, ICP-ACC, A-CSM, CSM, and CSPO, solidifying his reputation as an agile champion.

Having previously contributed to IBM, Samant has cultivated a career focused on agile coaching, leadership, and management across product, program, and project dimensions. His proficiency spans agile tools, virtual collaboration tools, and career guidance, underscoring his commitment to achieving successful project outcomes and nurturing team excellence.

Samant's educational background includes a postgraduate degree in Finance and Marketing, complementing his Bachelor of Technology credentials. Actively engaged in the Agile community, he is a distinguished speaker at Agile/PM conferences, Symposiums, and local PMI chapters. His contributions have earned him recognition such as the Globee Award 2024, along with numerous accolades from Capgemini and IBM.

He is affiliated with esteemed professional associations including IEEE, PMI, Asian Society of Indian Engineers (ASIE), Scrum Alliance, Agile Alliance, Scrum.org, and Keep Austin Agile (KAA). Samant has also served as a judge in prestigious events like the Stevie Award, Globee Award, Texas Science and Engineering Fair (TXSEF), and Science Exhibition of Houston. Committed to mentorship, he actively participates in programs at Katy ISD School District, Texas, and adplist.org.

Samant has contributed to several publications featured in prominent platforms such as UT Dallas Project Management Symposium, IGI Global Publishing, Dzone, and Medium. Beyond his professional commitments, he resides in Katy, Texas, with his wife and two children, finding joy in reading, cooking, meditation, and mentoring on spirituality.

Samant Kumar's multidimensional expertise and dedication establish him as a valuable asset in the domains of Agile and project management, embodying leadership and innovation in his professional endeavors.