Agile and OKR Experts: Unlocking Success with McKenna Agile Consultants
Established in 2009, McKenna Agile Consultants are globally recognised, industry-leading Agile and OKR experts. We help leadership teams turn strategy into measurable execution through practical training, coaching and consulting. As experienced practitioners with roots in professional software development, we align strategy, OKRs, teams, portfolios and products so your organisation delivers faster flow, higher quality and better customer value.
We provide Agile training, Agile coaching and Agile consulting that build lasting capability across people, teams and leaders. Our OKR coaching and OKR consulting align company-wide priorities, link initiatives to outcomes and create focus at every level. We tailor our approach to your context, selecting the right tools and frameworks to support your vision and mission. We are framework agnostic and outcomes focused, which means you get the best Agile solution for your organisation rather than a one-size-fits-all method.
Clients choose McKenna Agile Consultants because we integrate strategy, OKRs and delivery into a single execution system. We help you prioritise initiatives, coordinate across functions and remove bottlenecks. We establish measurable key results, clear accountabilities and repeatable ways of working that make progress visible. The result is a resilient foundation for continuous improvement, stronger alignment with customer needs and a culture that delivers results you can prove.
If you are looking for trusted Agile and OKR experts who are renowned in the field and easy to work with, McKenna Agile Consultants will partner with you to accelerate performance and sustain success.
We Believe In
At the core of McKenna Agile Consultants’ philosophy are four key principles that drive our work and client engagements.
Nurturing People
Great products and successful business outcomes start with great people. We believe that people are an organisation’s greatest unique selling point (USP). Their goal is to enable individuals and teams to thrive by fostering an environment where talent can grow and innovation can flourish.
Driving Quality
Quality is central to everything we do. By focusing on driving quality, we help organisations improve both their people and products. Our commitment to excellence is measured and maintained to ensure that high standards are consistently met. As a result, customer success and satisfaction is ensured.
Leading by Example
Leadership is about influence and accountability. We emphasise leading by example, demonstrating the agile way through their own actions. This approach builds trust and credibility with clients, reinforcing the importance of continuous improvement and strategic agility. We practice what we preach.
Tangible Results
Being agile is not the ultimate goal; it is a means to achieve strategic objectives. We strive to understand the “why” behind your aspirations and measure success based on those outcomes. Our focus on delivering measurable results ensures that the agile and OKR processes translate into real business value.
Our Engagement Process
We believe that client collaboration is imperative to a successful project.
McKenna Agile Consultants believes that collaboration with clients is imperative for a successful project. Whether it is an agile transformation, an OKR implementation, or a training program, their engagement process is designed to align with each client’s strategic goals and priorities. Our onboarding process looks something like this:
- Understanding Goals: The process begins with a thorough discussion to understand the client’s goals and define how success will be measured. This clear understanding of objectives and key results sets the foundation for the entire engagement and ensures alignment with the organization's goals.
- Defining Scope and Roadmap: Next, we discuss the project scope, including the number of people and teams involved, and develop a delivery roadmap tailored to the client’s needs. The process is structured around the OKRs framework to ensure clarity and focus for the project.
- Proposal and Investment: After agreeing on the scope and success criteria, we prepare a detailed proposal outlining the investment cost, ensuring transparency and alignment.
- Project Planning: Before starting, a project planning meeting is held to confirm timelines and address any changes in desired outcomes.
- Delivery: The work is delivered through a combination of in-person and remote collaboration, depending on the project’s nature and client preferences. During this phase, objectives are broken down into actionable tasks to facilitate execution and track progress.
- Weekly Reviews: Regular weekly reviews monitor progress against key success criteria, gather feedback, and adapt the approach as necessary. Alignment is maintained at the team level to ensure integration between tactical tasks and strategic objectives.
- Continuous Adaptation: We remain flexible throughout the engagement, adjusting to changes in strategic priorities and ensuring ongoing improvements.
- Support and Guidance: Throughout the process, we provides support, facilitate meetings, and guide teams in applying best practices for a successful implementation.
Meet Our Agile and OKR Experts
Aaron McKenna
Head of McKenna Agile Consultants, Strategy Execution and OKR Expert and Agile Coach
Aaron McKenna is an OKR and Agile expert who helps organisations turn strategy into measurable execution at scale. Since 2022 he has led enterprise OKR rollouts for global companies including Numatic (makers of Henry), a major US transportation logistics firm, and a top-tier US financial services company, covering OKR training, leadership coaching, team enablement, and strategy execution. Previously he delivered large-scale agile transformations, introducing Lean Portfolio Management at a major US bank and playing a central role in global SAFe implementations for a $60bn+ multinational food and beverage company with 250,000 employees and a $8bn+ US financial services firm with 15,000 employees.
Aaron has launched Agile Release Trains across four continents, enabled effective remote working, and applied agile approaches to SAP deployment and adoption. With over 12 years’ experience across the UK, USA, Central America, Europe, the Middle East, India, and China, he brings practical, executive-level coaching grounded in outcomes.
Amongst numerous certifications he lists OKR Professional Coach (OKRPC), International Coaching Federation ACC, Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) Practice Consultant (SPC), Collaboration Superpowers Facilitator, Management 3.0 Licensed Facilitator, LeSS Practitioner, Certified Scrum Master, Product Owner and Professional amongst them.
Nick McKenna
CEO of McKenna Consultants, Computer Programmer, Technical Coach and Agile Coach
Nick McKenna is the CEO of McKenna Consultants and responsible for leading the software development services. McKenna Consultants are an experienced UK software development company offering bespoke software development services for your business.
Nick is an experienced Agile software developer, as well as a technical Agile coach, consultant and trainer.
Why Choose McKenna Agile Consultants for Agile and OKR Expertise?
Most companies recognise the importance of strategic planning and goal setting but struggle to translate strategy into actionable steps and measurable results. McKenna Agile Consultants bridges this gap by combining agile transformation expertise with deep knowledge of the OKR framework. Their approach helps organisations:
- Align Teams with Strategic Priorities: By integrating agile practices with OKR planning, McKenna ensures that teams at every level understand and work towards the organisation’s goals.
- Focus on Measurable Goals: Using the OKR process, clients learn to set clear objectives and key results that provide a clear understanding of progress and success.
- Drive Continuous Improvement: Agile teams benefit from continuous feedback and iterative cycles, enabling them to adapt quickly to changing market conditions and business needs.
- Build a Results-Driven Culture: McKenna Agile Consultants foster engagement and accountability across the organisation, encouraging a culture where measurable progress and strategic agility are paramount.
- Leverage Expert Guidance and Tools: Whether through coaching, consulting, or training, McKenna Agile Consultants provide the support and tools necessary to sustain agile and OKR practices beyond the coaching engagement.
"McKenna Agile Consultants are my go-to partner for Agile services in the UK and Europe. They provide excellent support, guidance and an outstanding level of quality to help me grow my business and support my clients across the globe."
Shelley S., CEO, Consulting Services
What People Say About McKenna Agile Consultants
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