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Trusted AI, Agile & OKR Experts Since 2004

Globally recognised transformation engineers helping organisations bridge strategy and execution through practical training, coaching and consulting.

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We help leadership teams turn strategy into measurable execution.

Established in 2004, 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.

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.

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20+
Years of Experience
500+
Teams Transformed
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Organisations
Our Philosophy

Four Principles That Drive Our Work

At the core of McKenna Agile Consultants' philosophy are four key principles that drive every client engagement.

Nurturing People

Great products and successful business outcomes start with great people. We believe people are an organisation's greatest USP — enabling individuals and teams to thrive by fostering environments where talent grows and innovation flourishes.

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 high standards are consistently met.

Leading by Example

Leadership is about influence and accountability. We emphasise leading by example, demonstrating the agile way through our own actions. This approach builds trust and credibility, reinforcing continuous improvement and strategic agility. We practice what we preach.

Collaborative Engagement

Whether it's an agile transformation, OKR implementation, or training programme, our engagement process is designed to align with each client's strategic goals. Collaboration with clients is imperative for a successful project.

Our Journey

From Harrogate to Four Continents

Since 2004, we've grown from a Yorkshire-based consultancy to a globally recognised practice delivering Agile, OKR and AI-first transformation across the UK, USA, Europe and beyond.

2004
McKenna Consultants founded in Harrogate, North Yorkshire — providing technology consulting and software development services.
2012
First international Agile transformation engagement — expanding beyond the UK to deliver coaching and consultancy across Europe.
2016
SAFe Practice Consultant partnership. Launched Agile Release Trains across multiple continents, including the UK, USA, Central America, Europe, the Middle East, India and China.
2020
Expanded into OKR coaching and implementation — helping leadership teams bridge the gap between strategy and execution at pace.
2023
Certified OKR Professional Coach (OKRPC). Joined the OKR Mentors network — recognised globally as industry-leading OKR practitioners.
2025
Launched the AI-First service line: Delivery Redesign, OKR Execution Engine, and AI Transformation Programme — reimagining how organisations bridge strategy and execution.
Our Team

The People Behind the Work

Aaron McKenna, Founder and Principal Consultant

Aaron McKenna

Founder & Principal Consultant

Aaron is the Chief Operating Officer of McKenna Consultants and a seasoned Agile Transformation and Strategy Execution Coach and Trainer, specialising in aligning strategic intent with execution at scale. With a strong track record across industries and continents, he helps organisations embed agility, unlock high performance, and deliver measurable outcomes. Aaron also leads the firm's AI-First transformation practice, helping clients reimagine how they bridge strategy and execution through AI-powered tools and methods.

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Nick McKenna, Senior Agile Coach and Technical Consultant

Nick McKenna

Chief Executive Officer & Technical Architect

Nick is the Chief Executive Officer of McKenna Consultants and an AI leader and architect with deep technical roots in Agile software development. An experienced technical Agile coach, consultant and trainer, Nick ensures that agile principles are applied practically and effectively in real development environments. He brings a unique blend of strategic leadership and hands-on technical expertise to every engagement.

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Credentials

Proud Member of OKR Mentors

The world's number one OKR certification body and expert community.

OKR Mentors Member
Trusted by
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