Lonnie Weaver-Johnson

Lonnie Weaver-Johnson

Sticky Agile LLC

Lonnie Weaver-Johnson is a level 3 Ambassador of the Agile Academy, celebrated for her unwavering commitment to empowering individuals, teams, and leaders to grow. With over 25 years of experience guiding organizations through change, Lonnie has become a trusted voice in the world of agility — blending energy, empathy, and courage to help others unlock their full potential.

A sought-after trainer, coach, and keynote speaker, Lonnie creates learning experiences that go far beyond theory. Her sessions are known for real-world relevance, heartfelt honesty, and the kind of authentic connection that leads to lasting transformation. Whether she is facilitating Certified Scrum courses or guiding executive teams, Lonnie inspires meaningful growth, grounded in openness, trust, and positive change.

Agile Academy Ambassador Level 3

since 2012

active as a trainer

> 500

Trainings performed

5001 - 10000

Participants trained

Experience

Lonnie Weaver-Johnson is driven by one clear purpose: helping people grow. A natural servant leader, Lonnie has spent more than two decades cultivating environments where individuals feel seen, heard, and empowered. Her work focuses on developing people-first cultures that thrive on trust, courage, and collaboration.

Throughout her career, Lonnie has worked across a wide range of industries — including insurance, finance, manufacturing, gaming, and retail — always tailoring her approach to the unique needs of each organization. As a trainer, facilitator, and coach, she is known for turning complex Agile concepts into engaging, actionable lessons that resonate with every learner, from team members to executives.

Lonnie is also a gifted keynote speaker, regularly invited to deliver talks that blend vulnerability, humor, and insight. Her ability to speak with clarity and heart — even when addressing difficult topics — has earned her a loyal following within the Agile community and beyond.

In addition to her coaching and training work, Lonnie holds certifications including Certified Scrum Trainer® (CST), which support her expertise in Agile leadership, team development, and transformation. Outside of work, she is active in her local animal rescue community, a passionate traveler, and a proud supporter at her favorite ice hockey games.

Her approach is simple but powerful: when people grow, organizations thrive.

Languages

  • English

Industries

  • Aerospace & Defense
  • Consumer Products
  • Financial Services
  • Infrastructure & Construction
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Real Estate
  • Retail
  • Social & Public Sector
  • Technology
  • Travel & Leisure

Certifications

Certified Agile Leadership Educator Certification Certified Scrum Trainer Certification

Agile Academy Ambassador

Certified by Agile Academy Ambassadors are handpicked experts who embody our commitment to advancing Agile education and practice. As trusted professionals, they contribute to the Agile Academy community in various ways, including:

  • Delivering certified training and e-learning courses to build practical Agile skills.
  • Providing transformation coaching for teams and organizations.
  • Sharing insights through articles, case studies, and thought leadership.

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Work with Lonnie Weaver-Johnson

Lonnie is open to provide training, coaching and consulting services. Contact us to learn more.

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Links, Articles & Case Studies

Meet Lonnie Weaver-Johnson

In this introductory video, Lonnie shares her approach to Agile coaching and training, emphasizing the importance of creating environments of openness, trust, and fun to enhance team engagement and productivity.

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Lonnie Weaver-Johnson - The Agile Network

Lonnie is an expert on The Agile Network and has several videos

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Sticky Agile Blog

The Sticky Agile blog, titled “Sticky Notes,” is a growing collection of short, insightful reads by Agile expert Lonnie Weaver-Johnson. It offers practical guidance on common Scrum and Agile challenges—like sprint carryover, retrospectives, and the power of adaptation. Each post is grounded in real-world coaching experience, designed to help practitioners become more effective leaders, facilitators, and change agents in their teams. Perfect for anyone looking to level up their Agile mindset.

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