John Halberstadt

John Halberstadt is an executive consultant and thought leader in Product and Project leadership, Lean Portfolio Management, and enterprise strategy. With nearly three decades of leadership experience—including roles as CIO, CTO, and VP of Technology—he specializes in helping organizations transition to product-centric operating models that foster innovation, customer value, and business agility.

As Vice President of Consulting at LitheSpeed, John collaborates with Fortune 500 companies, international non-profits, and government agencies to drive meaningful change. He focuses on aligning strategy with execution across industries such as finance, healthcare, insurance, retail, utilities, and AI-driven enterprises. His expertise includes scaling Agile beyond IT, integrating AI into Agile workflows, and establishing Agile Value Management Offices (VMOs) to maximize business outcomes.

John’s leadership philosophy centers on people. He believes that while frameworks and technology support transformation, lasting change happens when leaders, teams, and individuals embrace new ways of thinking and working. His approach emphasizes empowerment, adaptability, and creating environments where teams can innovate and thrive.

A frequent speaker at PMI events and industry conferences, John shares practical insights on Agile, Project and Product leadership, the product operating model, and leveraging AI to drive business agility. His sessions combine executive-level strategy with actionable takeaways, making complex transformations approachable and achievable.

Outside of work, John enjoys exploring the outdoors, hiking with his rescue pitbull, Elliott, and taking in the rugged landscapes of Nevada, from the Sierras to Red Rocks.