My Resume

 

Objective

 To obtain a leadership position with an organization where my management skills, problem solving ability, development expertise, knowledge of various IT processes, extensive experience in user interface architecture and my background in the graphic arts can be effectively utilized; To continue fulfilling my responsibilities and exceeding expectations; To never be satisfied with the status quo; To continue my education of new technologies.

 

Accomplishments

  • Managed a development team on multiple projects using ASP.NET and Microsoft SQL Server.
  • Produced estimates and time lines for client provided project specifications.
  • Developed a web based health insurance quoting engine and application process.
  • Integrated quote engine into a stand alone Windows application for off-line quoting of health and life insurance products.
  • Architected and developed a web site builder and agent portal for insurance agents using C# and Microsoft SQL Server.
  • Developed processes to dynamically generate PDF documents from a web application using both PHP and ASP.NET.
  • Specified and implemented process for software version control system.
  • Built data access model using industry standard design patterns and code generation tools.
  • Customized an open source e-commerce solution in PHP and deployed it for use with multiple clients.
  • Designed and developed Windows application to manage e-commerce store inventories.
  • Developed web based applications in C# and VB to integrate with a JD Edwards ERP solution.
  • Authored project specification documents for domestic and foreign development teams.
  • Designed the user interface for the online presence of a school uniform retailer.
  • Specified, procured, installed, configured and maintained web, e-mail, ftp and file servers. 

 

Capabilities

Languages

  • C# (.NET 1.1, 2.0 and 3.5)
  • Visual Basic (.NET 1.1, 2.0 and 3.5)
  • PHP
  • Perl

Databases

  • MySQL Database Server
  • Microsoft SQL Server
  • SQL Server Express

Software

  • Visual Studio 2003/2005/2008
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Dreamweaver
  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook)
  • Zend IDE

Other

  • ASP.NET Web Services / WCF
  • SOAP
  • Red Hat Linux
  • Windows Server
  • SubSonic
  • Telerik AJAX Controls
  • DynamicPDF

 

Experience

IdeaStar, Inc.

(November 1999 to Present)

Development Manager (6 / 2007 - Present)
Software Engineer (3 / 2004 - 6 / 2007)
Network Engineer, Web Developer (11 / 1999 - 3 / 2004)

Currently performing the duties as Development Manager in charge of all ASP.NET projects including managing a team of developers, delegating tasks, producing estimates, reviewing subordinate’s code as well as developing code. Projects include those for e-commerce, content management, health and insurance quoting and insurance agent productivity. Originally hired as a network administrator when the company was first formed. Wired office with Category 5 network cabling, specified and built the internal file server and public web, mail and ftp servers. Gradually evolved to become a member of the development team as a leading software developer and project technical lead and ultimately promoted to Development Manager in charge of a team of developers.

Whittman-Hart, Inc.

(September 1999 to November 1999)

Consultant

Developed user interface architecture for the Cleveland Clinic Foundation and Schoolbelles online school uniform store.

Haselow Marketing Communications, Inc

(July 1996 to September 1999)

Multimedia Specialist, Macintosh Administrator

Developed web sites and multimedia applications using applications such as Macromedia Director and Flash. Maintained the network infrastructure.

Cuyahoga Community College

(August 1997 to August 1999)

Part Time Instructor

Member of the adjunct faculty and taught classes in Adobe Photoshop, advanced Photoshop and Macromedia Director.

Dennison Advertising, Inc.

(May 1993 to July 1996)

Desktop Publisher

Functioned as a desktop publisher and illustrator. Retouched project photography. Maintained the network and Macintosh workstations.

KSK Color Lab, Inc.

(October 1991 to May 1993)

Imaging Systems Manager, Film Processor

Processed color and B&W negative and color slide films. Managed the digital imaging lab. Specified and installed digital imaging equipment.

United States Air Force

(July 1989 to March 1991)

Still Photographer

Participated in all aspects of photography including journalistic, portraiture and forensic.

Radio Shack

(November 1986 to July 1989)

Salesman/Manager Trainee

 

Education

Cuyahoga Community College

(Fall 1998)

Completed an approved course in Emergency Medical Technology and acquired a certification as an Emergency Medical Technician-Basic.

Community College of the Air Force

(Fall 1989)

Successfully completed photographic career development course with a final examination score of 92%.

University of Akron

(Fall 1985/Spring 1986)

Declared Major: Electrical Engineering

 

Interests

Involved in various ministries within my Church including the youth ministry and mission trips to the Gulf Coast area for hurricane reconstruction. Amateur photographer enjoying abstract, landscape and portrait photography. Avid N-scale model railroader and member of a local modular club. NRA certified handgun safety instructor. Currently pursuing my Black Belt in Shotokan Karate.