Dan Alcalde

I help organizations unlock high performance by blending agile principles with human-centric coaching. With a track record that spans world-class brands like Zapier, Catalyst, The New York Times, Newsweek, and Major League Baseball Advanced Media, I bring over a decade of experience leading teams and executives through digital evolution and operational excellence.

My superpower lies in bridging silos—connecting technology, product, and business functions to foster transparency, alignment, and strategic clarity. Whether it’s launching Agile transformations, coaching leaders through change, or helping teams thrive through continuous improvement, I meet people where they are and guide them toward where they want to be.

🛠️ Toolbox Includes:

 • Agile & Lean frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, XP, LeSS)

 • Executive & team coaching

 • Program & Project management

 • Scaled agile implementations

 • Organizational change management

 • Facilitation & servant leadership

I believe in empirical, adaptive approaches that reduce waste, deliver faster value, and promote sustainable growth—for both the business and its people. I don’t just implement frameworks—I nurture cultures of agility, learning, and trust.

👉 Let’s connect if you're seeking a strategic partner to:

 • Coach executives and teams toward high performance

 • Facilitate collaboration and vision across departments

 • Improve delivery velocity and predictability

 • Lead Agile transformation or adoption

 • Build resilient, empowered teams