Founder spotlight with Brian Derfer

As Chief Operating Officer, Brian Derfer is responsible for ensuring that Agile Six delivers on its promises to clients while maintaining the company culture that makes it a great place to work.

Operations with purpose

"Operations isn't just about efficiency," Brian explains. "It's about creating the conditions for our teams to do their best work. When our people are supported and empowered, they deliver amazing results for our clients."

This philosophy permeates every aspect of how Agile Six operates, from how projects are staffed to how decisions are made.

Scaling culture

One of Brian's biggest challenges has been maintaining Agile Six's distinctive culture as the company has grown. "When you're a small team, culture happens naturally. As you grow, you have to be intentional about it."

The company has invested heavily in onboarding, communication, and creating opportunities for connection among remote team members. "We're remote-first, which has huge benefits, but it also means we have to work harder to build relationships."

Continuous improvement

True to the company's agile roots, Brian is always looking for ways to improve how Agile Six operates. "We practice what we preach. We're constantly iterating on our own processes, learning from what works and what doesn't."