Managing Technical People and Teams: You Can Do It Well
Technical teams are complex and managing them is challenging. Technical and organizational leadership often collide, and balancing the two is vital to an organization’s success. Furthermore, it is uncommon to find an individual who possesses strong technical and organizational leadership capabilities. AshLea Allberry shares her experience with unique teams and her efforts to find a uniform answer to team structure and management. AshLea describes her experience managing creatives, their greatest strengths and their deepest complexities. Once she covers the foundation and teams are understood, AshLea explains utilization measurements and how to balance the need for metrics while still maintaining a flexible and fun environment. Learn about the blending of teams, dealing with diverse teams under the same umbrella, and creating structure in an environment where process ideas are endless. Managing technical people and teams is tricky but, with some specific tips and tricks, AshLea is confident it can be done well.
AshLea Allberry is an information technology leader and vice president of operations for Nanonation, Inc., a software product company focusing on digital experiences within public spaces. AshLea manages software development, design, and quality assurance teams. Previously, AshLea was part of the executive team with a software services company, where she focused on development of rural outsourcing centers, marketing, human resources, and public relations. Outside work, AshLea is co-founder of two organizations focused on women in business and community in Lincoln, Nebraska. AshLea is an ASTQB Certified Tester—Foundation Level.