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My own consulting company that continues to partner with clients to make them successful with the modern technology and marketing to grow their business and solve challenges.• Create digital transformation strategy, roadmap, and manage delivery. • Architected ERP and eCom migrations to Cloud based solution including SAP Hybris, SAP ECC, Salesforce, VTEX• Identify new technologies that can be used to achieve business goals including AI and ML.• Share digital best practices across client companies.• Design solution architecture in Amazon Web Services and Azure. • Hire, coach, and manage team of software engineers in Java and React. • Create the feature roadmap and Agile approach for rapid development with CI/CD pipeline and DevOps.• Implement AI and Machine Learning features. • Hands-on Javascript coding and debugging in Java. • Create interactive mockups in Axure.

Red Wing, Minnesota, Us

Lead the technology and product building of a fintech app that is secure, flexible, and available on Apple and Android.

Startup health tech company focused on improving healthcare system for patients and doctors. Decided the technology, vision, strategy, and security across the company that included AI/ML, SaaS, eCommerce, FinTech.• Implemented AI and Machine Learning features.• Designed the architecture in Amazon Web Services and presented to investors.• Hired, coached, and managed team of software engineers in Java and React.• Created the feature roadmap and Agile approach for rapid development with CI/CD pipeline and DevOps.• Reviewed and debugged code in React.js and Java.• Developed and managed budget to exceed company objectives.• Establish security standards and protocols.

Westport, Connecticut, Us

eCommerce, Consulting, Digital TransformationDirect global engineering team of software and cloud engineers while defining vision, roadmap, and go-to market financials. Cultivate and nurture lasting rapports with multiple vendors including SAP, VTEX, and Salesforce as well as analyze latest technologies.• Doubled members of engineering team to 130 across 8 countries while increasing retention.• Managed budget, product roadmap, and technology vision.• Liaised with C-Levels on digital transformation, architecture, cybersecurity, and evaluate technologies.• Stay updated with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to educate company and public speaking.• Managed and negotiated with 3rd party vendors.

Greenwood Village, Colorado, Us

Technology leadership of the strategic direction of innovative eCommerce technology, stack, and approach to create innovation in the industry. Implementing growth in Agile, teamwork, and a culture to make work not feel like work.- Budget and P&L- Managing Software Development Engineers, QA Engineers, Business Analysts, Scrum Manager- Vendor management including negotiating and selecting- Collaborating with cross-functional teams- Delivering IT projects on time with consistent communication- Recruit, hire, and retain talent- Leadership for applying technology across the company- Implemented Agile to increase capacity and velocity- Identifying and leading through multiple 3rd party integrations- Lead QA Automation charge that increased testing coverage- Collaborate with Network IT Infrastructure TeamLeading onshore and offshore engineering teams to quickly deliver code for features, user experience, and fast global ecommerce site.Platform running on SAP Hybris and teams working in Java, React, JavaScript, and multiple 3rd party integrations.

Lawrenceville, New Jersey, Us

Established the product strategy and direction for multiple products to gain higher adoption, market share, and innovation in the financial services and A/R space.Work with customers and evaluate the market to innovate on what will be needed.- Transform legacy applications and environments into a new, modern era- Drive innovation, definition, deliverables planning (roadmap) and design of market breakthrough features/products- Utilize machine learning, artificial intelligence, and predictive analytics to create smarter products- Extensive interaction with clients to develop a solid understanding of needs and recommend strategies for updates to existing products or creation of new product lines- Client site visits, observations, and testing- Active role in M&A activities- Direct the interaction between software development and users in the product development and release processes- Determine development priorities based on customer needs, business needs, technology and operational efficiencies- Coached and managed team of Product Owners, Business Analyst, Writers, and UX Deisgners- Create business plan that includes market opportunity, costs, and projected revenue for new features and products- Leading the Client Advisory Council- Work with all departments including Development, QA, Executive, UX, Support, Professional Services, Sales, Marketing, and Legal- Speaking at conferences and webinars- Manage lifecycle of new products and services- Actively working in an Agile environment- Strategic planning contributing to company growth and success

Loveland, Colorado, Us

- Leveraging predictive analytics to create new product offerings- Collaborating with international teams including business units, electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, and software developers- User Experience evaluations- User Interface design- Creating User Personas & Stories- User and market research- Conduct user testing from customers and the market to inform product- Facilitating ideation, conception, & sketching sessions- Developing prototypes in Axure

New York, Ny, Us

Pioneered all eCommerce and user experience.Creating and packaging products for the Technology Division to drive revenue including eBooks, Digital Magazine Subscriptions, Online Training, VIP Membership, Project Plans across all online properties.Focused on eCommerce through user experience, features, data analysis, and social media marketing.Developing new business opportunities from user research and testing.Liaison between Business and IT, gather and document business requirements, create mockups, improve processes, and create products/strategies to drive high margin revenue online.

Led the global User Experience and Front-End Software Development Team.Implemented best practices for ecommerce sites throughout the world generating $40+ million in annual revenue.Other responsibilities include:- Manage UI development team in Javascript, CSS3, AJAX technology- Mobile eCommerce development- Create and lead mockup discussions- Team UI/UX expert- Project Management- Founded and built user group for testing- Development scheduling and assignment- Basecamp implementation and administration- Write functional specifications

Denver, Co, Us

Teach companies around the world how to use Kutenda to increase traffic and leads with online marketing. I develop the training curriculum, processes, delivery, and live events on a daily basis. Looking for new technologies to increase the ways to deliver while continually expanding the library of resources for our partners.• Developed customer communication plan, script and email writing• SalesForce.com Administrator• Hired, trained, and managed account management team• Created training videos, user manuals, and webinars• Provided training to customers on online marketing, SEO, email marketing, social media marketing, and PPC using a variety of software tools

Norcross, Georgia, Us

- Communicated technology needs and situations to development, sales, and management- Implemented Search Engine Optimization tactics to drive revenue- Wrote, designed, and launched email campaigns that increased revenue of existing accounts 175%- Product management/deployment while gathering customer requirements- Competitive and market research to set pricing and go-to-market plan- Trained sales team on new product features and industry trends- Founded, promote, and manage annual user conference- Developed and managed international marketing strategy for print, internet, conferences, and branding followed with campaign analysis- Wrote press releases, case studies, and publish editorials in magazines

• Developed and managed marketing materials for print, internet, conferences• Project managed NCQA accreditation filing• Produced data analysis reporting• Manage major accounts, weekly status meetings• Project manager of internal projects bringing together technical, sales and operations departments• Technical writing for internal and external clients

Plano, Tx, Us

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Business And Personal/Financial Services Marketing Operations

International Communications

B.S. In Engineering, Computer Software Engineering

Aas Of Graphic Design & Multimedia, Graphic Design