Russell is creator of the popular getKanban Board Game. He has over 15 years experience as software developer, development manager, agile coach, and consultant. He specializes in Kanban consulting, coaching, and training. Russell was awarded a Brickell Key Award in 2011 for his contribution and leadership in the Lean and Kanban community. He earned degrees in Computer Science and Commercial Law at the University of Victoria, Wellington. Russell is a co-Founder of Obeya Ltd, developing Obeya, a next-generation Kanban and visual management tool. He lives with his wife and four young children in Wellington, New Zealand.