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TERRY HENSLEY

Arlington,TN

Summary

Leadership professional with strong track record in delivering impactful business solutions. Adept at strategic planning, data analysis, and process improvement. Known for fostering team collaboration and adapting to evolving project needs. Brings expertise in client relations, problem-solving, and driving measurable results.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Agile Consultant

Rego Consulting
03.2022 - 03.2025
  • - Delivered Agile fundamentals and leadership workshops for executives and senior leaders.
  • - Assessed Agile maturity across large healthcare and technology organizations.
  • - Led coaching for teams, Scrum Masters, and Product Owners across multiple Agile Release Trains (ARTs).
  • - Trained internal LACE teams on Lean Portfolio Management and Agile leadership practices.
  • - Provided both public and private SAFe training sessions.
  • Managed Engagement for Team and Organization Transformations

Trainer & Consultant

Agilest, LLC
09.2019 - 01.2021
  • - Facilitated Agile training for enterprise clients, including Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and managers.
  • - Coached Agile transformation leaders to adopt and evangelize Agile principles.
  • - Supported organizations in tailoring Agile practices to non-software contexts.

Attorney & Owner

Law Offices of Terry S. Hensley
01.2008 - 01.2018
  • - Founded and managed solo law practice; practiced across civil, criminal, probate, and family law.
  • Successfully conducted legal negotiations and sale of a pet store netting client multiple millions.
  • - Drafted contracts, legal filings, and guided clients through complex litigation.
  • - Managed legal staff, business operations, and client relations.
  • - Honed negotiation, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills now applied in Agile settings.
  • - Trained law-office personnel in Agile and Lean Methodologies to make process transparent and keep on track of intake of clients and matters.

Attorney, Of Counsel

Cavett & Abbott, PLLC
01.2012 - 01.2016
  • - Represented clients in estate, property, and general litigation matters.
  • - Contributed legal insight in collaboration with firm leadership.

Sergeant, TN Army National Guard

Military Experience
01.1996 - 01.2003
  • - Led soldiers in training and operations; received Commandant’s Award for leadership excellence.
  • - Developed core leadership, discipline, and mission-focused execution skills.

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) - Law

Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, University of Memphis
Memphis, TN
01.2005

Bachelor of Arts - English

University of Memphis
Memphis, TN
01.2002

Skills

  • Agile methodology implementation
  • Scrum, Kanban, Lean, and Scaled Agile Frameworks (SAFe)
  • Servant Leadership & Team Enablement
  • Agile Release Trains (ARTs) & PI Planning
  • Lean Portfolio Management (LPM)
  • Workshop Facilitation & Executive Training
  • Rally, Jira, Azure DevOps, Stormboard, TargetProcess, Miro, Microsoft Office Suite
  • Legal Analysis, Contract Negotiation, Strategic Planning
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Team leadership & development
  • Client relationships

Timeline

Agile Consultant

Rego Consulting
03.2022 - 03.2025

Trainer & Consultant

Agilest, LLC
09.2019 - 01.2021

Attorney, Of Counsel

Cavett & Abbott, PLLC
01.2012 - 01.2016

Attorney & Owner

Law Offices of Terry S. Hensley
01.2008 - 01.2018

Sergeant, TN Army National Guard

Military Experience
01.1996 - 01.2003

Juris Doctor (J.D.) - Law

Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, University of Memphis

Bachelor of Arts - English

University of Memphis
TERRY HENSLEY