I have had the opportunity to participate in Utah's greatest convention, and one of the top comic, sci-fi and pop culture events in the nation. I volunteer my time to ensure that Celebrity Guests are able to interact safely with the fans and attendees of the con. I help to manage a team of volunteers who professionally attend to the needs of our celebrity guests and ensure that everyone at the con, both celebrity and attendee has a positive experience.

APiO is a DTV portfolio company and, as APiO's Director of Product Management, I get the privilege of aligning the needs of our customers and partners with our platform and I ensure that our team has the resources it needs to change the world, one customer at a time.

Daffinity Technology Ventures (DTV), is a technology venture firm focused on data-related technology ventures. As the Vice president of Product Management I bring Daffinity products to early stage technology companies contributing to their success and growth. Our flagship product, PremiSync, enables our portfolio companies to quickly and easily integrate with data platforms with little to no code required.

As the Sr. Product Owner (PO) of the Analytics platform at MaritzCX, I am tasked with maximizing the value of the product and the productivity of the development team. I am part of a fast moving, innovative team that consists of developers, QA engineers, Scrum Master and Product Managers. I am responsible for collaborating with business and technical teams to analyze market problems, build prioritized backlogs and work with development teams to deliver quality products.Responsibilities:•Work with Product Managers to understand the market demands, priorities, and overall product strategy.•Work with engineering teams to delivery timely, quality releases that provide high business value and exceed customer expectations.•Work closely with Product Manager and cross-functional stakeholders to define, prune and prioritize the product backlog to ensure alignment with changing business needs.•Collaborate with engineering technical leadership to ensure key architectural roadmap items are properly represented in the product backlog.•The primary source for user story details and priorities for my team and stakeholders.•Build, document, and accept development stories using well-documented acceptance criteria.•Actively participate in all phases of product planning and development.•Assist in the management of our Agile/Lean Processes.•Partner with internal stakeholders to define and execute comprehensive plans for customer Beta programs.•Lead the effort in gathering and breaking down feature requirements into deliverable product increments.•Collaborate with team to define release scope, overall design approach and delivery plan.•Serve as the product subject matter expert that is the liaison between engineering and other departments.

Lead cross functional implementation teams of CX solutions, with responsibilities including:Work closely with the Allegiance Sales Team to manage the technical and strategic application of Allegiance's technology across customer verticals.Manage tactical implementations including: requirements gathering, developing scope, scheduling, prioritizing and managing risk.Research and extend Allegiance's core technology as needed. Develop internal relationships with Engineering, Sales, Marketing, and Professional Services.Assist in the development of services best practices and tool kits. Provide feedback to Product Managers on areas of product development.

As a Project Manager at Datamark, I have gained valuable experience within the education vertical. I have been able to manage cross functional teams on hundreds of projects providing value to our clients and contributing to the success of the company. I have had opportunities to be a lead on key initiatives for internal software development as well as defining process for new company initiatives.

•Segmentation of Utah market for targeted marketing campaign. •Researched best demographic profile for direct mail lists•Implement direct mail campaigns to generate leads. •Assist clients with purchases or refinancing of their mortgage.•Negotiated with many vendors to increase the bottom line for the customer.•Maintain database for Appraisers, Lenders, Title companies, and Processors.•Consulting and financial planning with clients.

•Managed all major accounts including Wells Fargo, Zion’s Bank and DS Waters of America. •Supervised Outside Sales Representatives.•Managed logistics for trade shows.•Conducted product and sales trainings for new sales associates.•Researched competitors positioning strategies to increase market share in target industries. •Differentiated products to maximize new industry penetration.•Create and maintain relationships with outside vendors.•Approved client advertising and assisted in campaign kickoff.•Assisted in creation of all marketing materials and brochures.•Oversaw all print production

•Generated gross profits averaging $125k each summer.•Performed all stages of sales including prospecting, cold calling, product presentations and closing.•Exceeded industry sales records for daily, weekly, and monthly volumes.•Awarded Most Improved Sales Rep – 2001.