EXECUTIVE, MANAGER, DESIGNER, PROFESSORManaged the full life-cycle development of large complex software projects in diverse industries for over 25 years. Co-created $1B+ computer game franchise. Secured 10+ multi-million dollar software contracts. Managed an 85-person team with $12 million per year budget. Experienced in all phases of project and product development. Mentored many project managers, programmers, and designers. Proficient at managing technical and non-technical team members. History of solving tough business and technology problems. Experienced in private, public, academic, and entertainment sectors. On most projects:- Developed and presented proposal leading to negotiations and contract- Managed client relationship- Analyzed business requirements through researching the company, the market, and competitive products, including interviewing users and staff from CEO to data-entry clerks - Designed product with user focus based on requirements, UI design skills, team/tech capabilities, and schedule/budget- Managed projects with iterative, hybrid, and Waterfall methodologies / Hired, mentored, and supported team / Defined tasks, schedule, and budget / Monitored risks and progress / Communicated design and progress- On earlier projects architected system and programmed