Richard Cheng
Certified Scrum Trainer® & Agile Coach
About Richard Cheng
Certified Scrum Trainer® & Agile Coach
Richard Cheng is a dynamic and engaging Certified Scrum Trainer® (CST®) and Agile coach who specializes in creating fun, immersive learning experiences. With a rich tapestry of real-world experiences, Richard seamlessly bridges theory with practice, showcasing how Agile principles and practices thrive in diverse environments.
Throughout his career, Richard has worked with a wide range of organizations, including industry giants like Nasdaq Stock Market and Progressive Insurance, innovative leaders like Dashlane and The Motley Fool, and esteemed federal agencies such as the Office of Personnel Management and the Department of Defense. His expertise has also empowered non-profits and associations, including the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators and the Association of American Medical Colleges.
Richard’s contributions to the Agile community extend beyond his work with clients. As a long-standing member of the Scrum Alliance®’s Trainer Approval Committee, he plays a pivotal role in certifying and mentoring the next generation of Scrum Alliance® Certified Trainers. His thought leadership has been featured on global stages, where he delivers keynote talks on Agile, Scrum, and Product Ownership.
A proud Virginia Tech alumnus and member of Mensa, Richard combines intellectual rigor with a passion for collaboration and continuous improvement. Whether coaching teams, mentoring leaders, or leading workshops, Richard’s mission is to inspire and equip organizations to achieve exceptional results through Agile.
This training exceeded my expectations in every possible way, and I wanted to make sure you and the team know what an incredible asset Richard is to Hyperdrive. He was energetic, enthusiastic, extremely knowledgeable, and genuinely funny. He has a remarkable ability to make complex Scrum concepts not just understandable, but exciting to learn. His passion for the material is contagious, and it kept everyone engaged throughout the entire session. The activities were directly relevant and added tremendous value to our understanding of the concepts. Richard used practical, real-world examples that I can immediately apply in my role, which made the training feel like a true investment. The course structure was impeccably organized and flowed seamlessly from one topic to the next. There were no wasted moments. Everything built logically and created a comprehensive learning experience.
- Certified Scrum Trainer®
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- SAFe SPC
- Kanban Management Professional
- BS in Mathematics, option in Applied Discrete Math, minor in CS at Virginia Tech
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