What we’re about
This Agile in Leeds space on meetup sat without an owner for many months. It seemed a shame that the hard work of past organisers and all the support of past speakers and attendees might be abandoned so (at least for the time being) it made sense for Agile in Leeds to become part of the long running Agile Yorkshire community of practice and try to merge the two groups together. Both group have many of the same members already.
The events published here will be same events published on the agileyorkshire.org website until we decide how best to move things forward.
For the time being we look forward to see you at our next meetup.
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Agile Yorkshire Meetup - 04 June 2025Platform, Leeds, LS1 4JB
Visit our website for more information and updates: Agile Yorkshire.org
Follow us on LinkedIn: Agile Yorkshire, sign up to our: NewsletterDear Agile Enthusiast,
We are delighted to invite you to the Agile Yorkshire April Meetup, an evening dedicated to insightful discussions, professional networking, and knowledge sharing. Whether you are an experienced Agile practitioner or new to Agile methodologies, this event offers an excellent opportunity to learn from industry experts, exchange ideas, and connect with professionals who share your interests.
### Our line-up:
#### 🎤 Seun Alabi
#### Technical Product Owner: To Be or Not To Be!
It is often debated whether a PO should have deep technical expertise, or just have a strong business focus? The Product Owner role was designed to bridge the gap between stakeholders and development teams, ensuring alignment and delivering value. Yet, the question remains: does technical knowledge enhance or hinder that mission? It is critical to explore both approaches, using real scenarios, and examine how to strike the right balance. We won’t settle for simplistic answers but challenge assumptions and explore what truly makes a Product Owner effective. Because in the end, it’s not just about being technical or not it’s about delivering the right product in the most effective way.
##### 🎤 Sorrel Harriet
#### Thinking Slow, Fast: Critical Thinking in the Age of Agility
For the agile technologist and continuous learner, constant and rapid consumption of knowledge can be something of an occupational hazard! We’re frequently being sold new tools, methodologies and frameworks on the basis of science, yet we often lack the time, skills or resources to interrogate them. This effectively forces us to default to the same shaky modes of thinking we’re seeking to avoid, where poor judgement can have poor consequences for us, our teams, and the products we create.
Please feel free to share this event with colleagues who may benefit from attending.
đź“… Date: Wednesday, 04 June 2025
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
đź“Ť Location: Platform Office, Leeds
🍽 Snacks and refreshments providedWe look forward to welcoming you.
Best regards,
Agile Yorkshire Team - Agile Yorkshire Meetup - 02 July 2025Platform, Leeds, LS1 4JB
Visit our website for more information and updates: Agile Yorkshire.org
Follow us on LinkedIn: Agile Yorkshire; sign up to our NewsletterThe 02nd July 2025 Agile Yorkshire meetup offers an opportunity to explore innovative ideas and gain insights from expert speakers.
Our line-up:
🎤 Talk: Scrum Isn’t Broken – Your Understanding Is
Tired of hearing that “Scrum doesn’t work”? In this energising session, Steve peels Scrum back to its essential elements—Artefacts, Commitments, Accountabilities, Events, and Values—to reveal where misuse and misunderstanding commonly derail success.
Presenter: Steve Trapps
Professional Trainer at Scrum.org & ProKanban.org | ICF-Certified Agile Coach
Steve is a seasoned agile and delivery expert with over 25 years of experience helping teams deliver real value. One of only a few UK professionals accredited by both Scrum.org and the International Coaching Federation, Steve brings deep expertise to agile coaching and team development.🎤 Talk: Roadmaps – Joining the Dots Between Product, Architecture and Management
Most roadmaps prioritise features—but overlook alignment between product, technology, and leadership. In this session, James will show how to create shared roadmaps that support meaningful conversations across functions and deliver what truly matters.
Presenter: James Pels
Founder of Proven EA | Agile Strategist & Practical Change Leader
James has over two decades of experience guiding agile transformations across sectors such as defence, healthcare, and finance. As the creator of the Proven EA Toolkit, he helps organisations align strategy, architecture, and delivery through practical, actionable methods.Agenda
18:30 - 18:35 - Welcome address
18:35 - 19:05 - First Speaker (30 min)
19:05 - 19:15 - Break Time
19:15 - 20:15 - Second Speaker (60 min)
20:15 - 20:25 - Feedback Session
20:25 - 20:30 - Closing Remarks
Refreshments provided