"New Age Prep" is a nonprofit initiative that begins by identifying exceptional young people of color who excel in academics and exhibit leadership, resilience, grit, and perseverance in their communities. Once selected for our program, our goal is to support them in gaining admission to and achieving academic success at private boarding or day schools nationwide. What sets us apart from other NYC-based programs is our emphasis on providing ongoing mentorship and support throughout their time at these schools.Our comprehensive approach, which includes both pre-placement preparation and post-placement support, assures parents that their children are well cared for while away from home. Moreover, it equips students with invaluable career exploration opportunities, preparing them for successful futures beyond academia.

I had the incredible opportunity to chase my dream in managing my own business. From front to back -the construction, design, and sales processes for everything related to rehabbing and remodeling single-family homes in the vibrant city of Austin, TX. They made it look a-lot easier on HGTV, nonetheless, It was an exhilarating journey, as I worked closely with a talented team to transform properties into beautiful and desirable homes. From scouting potential properties to coordinating with contractors and designers, I played a pivotal role in ensuring that each project exceeded expectations.During the challenging times of the Covid-19 pandemic, I applied Agile/Scrum methodologies to mitigate the supply chain challenges we faced. The pandemic disrupted the construction industry, causing delays in material deliveries and impacting the availability of skilled labor. By embracing Agile principles, I encouraged adaptability and quick decision-making, enabling us to navigate these obstacles efficiently. I fostered open communication among team members, suppliers, and contractors, allowing us to pivot our strategies swiftly and find creative solutions to keep our projects on track.Managing up to 5 concurrent house flips was a demanding but rewarding experience. I embraced the role of overseeing budgets, timelines, and resource allocation for each project, ensuring that we stayed within our financial targets and met our deadlines. By meticulously planning and coordinating resources, I maintained a seamless workflow across multiple sites. I closely monitored the progress of each renovation, addressing any challenges that arose promptly. Through effective communication and collaboration with the team, we were able to deliver exceptional results on each project.

I am responsible for establishing and managing processes that aimed to optimize my team's efficiency and productivity, ensuring smooth execution of our projects. I understood the importance of streamlining operations and eliminating bottlenecks, so I implemented various strategies and tools to achieve these goals. From setting up standardized workflows to implementing effective communication channels, I left no stone unturned in creating an environment conducive to productivity.As the facilitator of all Agile/Scrum ceremonies, I ensured that our team adhered to the principles and practices of Agile methodology. From Sprint planning sessions to daily stand-ups, reviews, retrospectives, and other related activities, I guided the team through each step of the process. I encouraged active participation, promoted transparency, and fostered an environment where collaboration and innovation thrived. By maintaining a strong understanding of Agile principles, I ensured that our projects stayed on track and aligned with the team's goals.One of my significant achievements was successfully managing offshore teams based in Buenos Aires and Romania. As a direct report to 7 employees, it was imperative to overcome the challenges of different time zones and cultural differences. I worked tirelessly to foster effective collaboration and coordination among the team members. I recognized the importance of building strong relationships, so I leveraged various communication tools and techniques to bridge the geographical gaps. By promoting open communication channels and fostering a sense of unity, I was able to build a cohesive and high-performing team, regardless of our physical locations.

In my role as an Atlassian suite configuration expert, I took pride in establishing a streamlined and integrated development process. With my deep understanding of the Atlassian tools, I implemented configurations and customizations that optimized our team's productivity and collaboration. By tailoring Jira, Confluence, and other Atlassian products to suit our specific needs, I created a cohesive ecosystem that facilitated efficient communication, seamless project tracking, and effective knowledge sharing.As a pivotal liaison between the engineering and product teams, I bridged the gap, ensuring smooth and efficient collaboration. I recognized the importance of effective communication and alignment between these two crucial departments. By facilitating open dialogue and promoting understanding, I fostered a culture of collaboration and synergy. I worked closely with the engineering team to understand their technical requirements and challenges, then effectively conveyed this information to the product team. This collaboration allowed for the development of high-quality products that met customer needs while aligning with the team's capabilities.Tracking and evaluating performance against key performance indicators (KPIs) post-completion was a critical aspect of my role. I meticulously monitored and analyzed metrics related to product quality, delivery timelines, and customer satisfaction. By closely tracking these KPIs, I gained valuable insights into our team's performance and identified areas for improvement. I used this data to drive continuous improvement, making informed decisions and implementing strategies to enhance our processes and outcomes. Through regular evaluation and feedback loops, I ensured that our team consistently met and exceeded our performance goals.

Key Clients: Big Ten Network, Professional Bowling Association, Giro D'ItaliaI had the privilege of orchestrating the seamless transition between the Planning/Rights Acquisition teams and engineering pods, ensuring an efficient handoff of information. By facilitating regular meetings, fostering open dialogue, and implementing tools for knowledge sharing, I ensured that essential information flowed seamlessly between the teams. This enabled a smooth transition from the initial planning and rights acquisition phase to the engineering phase, minimizing delays and maximizing productivity.Taking the lead in conducting team workshops, retrospectives, and post-mortems was a responsibility I embraced wholeheartedly. These sessions provided valuable opportunities for the team to reflect on our past projects, identify successes and areas for improvement, and gather insights to inform future project development strategies. Leveraging the insights gained from these sessions, I guided the team in implementing targeted improvements and adjustments to our processes, ultimately driving higher project success rates.One of my proudest accomplishments was pioneering the establishment of the 'Product Team Health,' a cross-functional group comprising managers from all engineering pods. Recognizing the importance of fostering collaboration and transparent communication within the engineering teams, I brought together these leaders to form a dedicated support system for the engineers. This group provided a platform for sharing best practices, addressing challenges, and promoting a healthy and productive work environment. By actively nurturing cross-team relationships and facilitating open discussions, the Product Team Health initiative promoted collaboration, innovation, and the overall well-being of the engineers.

Key Clients: LawPay, Filtration GroupI had the opportunity to successfully manage a challenging project that was initially over budget by $100K. Recognizing the importance of open and honest communication with the client, I took immediate action to reset their expectations and address the budgetary concerns. By presenting a revised project plan that accounted for the budget constraints, I gained their trust and reassured them that we were committed to delivering value within their financial parameters.To tackle the project's complexities and maximize efficiency, I implemented a hybrid Agile/Waterfall approach. This allowed us to maintain the necessary structure and planning of a Waterfall methodology while incorporating the adaptability and iterative nature of Agile. By leveraging the strengths of both methodologies, we were able to strike a balance that suited the unique needs of the project.Taking charge of Sprint planning, I spearheaded various Scrum-related activities to ensure effective project execution. Embracing a formalized Agile Sprint cadence, I meticulously planned the project's iterations, breaking down the work into manageable tasks and assigning them to the team. Daily stand-up meetings provided a platform for the team to share progress, address any roadblocks, and maintain a clear understanding of the project's status. Through regular sprint reviews and retrospectives, we continuously assessed our progress and sought opportunities for improvement, enabling us to adapt and optimize our approach as needed.

Key Clients: CBRE, Cushman & Wakefield, Feil Organization, Jack Resnick & Sons, Newmark Grubb Knight, and Frank, SilversteinI had the opportunity to supervise the migration of the CRM system from QuickBase to Salesforce. Recognizing the need for a more robust and scalable solution, I led the project from start to finish, ensuring a smooth transition for the organization. By collaborating with key stakeholders, conducting thorough analysis, and devising a comprehensive migration plan, we successfully implemented Salesforce as our new CRM system. This migration brought significant improvements in data management, reporting capabilities, and overall efficiency, empowering the organization to better serve its customers.As a Scrum Master, I organized and facilitated various Scrum-related meetings to ensure effective project execution. From Sprint planning sessions to daily stand-up meetings, reviews, retrospectives, release planning, and demos, I guided the team through each step of the Agile process. By promoting transparency, collaboration, and accountability, these meetings enabled the team to stay focused, aligned, and adaptive throughout the project lifecycle. I fostered a positive and productive team environment, ensuring that obstacles were addressed promptly and that the team had the necessary support to deliver high-quality outcomes.I founded the RDM Index, a captivating real estate storyline based on geographic and market statistics. By leveraging data and storytelling, I created a unique and engaging way to present complex real estate information to clients and stakeholders. This innovative approach not only provided valuable insights into market trends but also helped clients make informed decisions. The RDM Index became a powerful tool in our business development efforts, establishing us as thought leaders in the real estate industry.

Key Clients: Sotheby's International Realty, HGTV, The Oklahoman, Fillmore Realty, The Hearst CorporationI had the exciting opportunity to create and deliver compelling sales pitches that engaged over 200 Sotheby's affiliates. Leveraging my expertise in PowerPoint presentations and live product tours, I captivated the audience by showcasing the unique features and benefits of our offerings. Through persuasive storytelling and interactive demonstrations, I effectively communicated how our solutions could meet the needs and goals of the affiliates. The engaging sales pitches left a lasting impression and played a crucial role in expanding our business network and driving revenue growth.In addition to delivering sales pitches, I also simultaneously managed 10 affiliates while conducting product tours for more than 10 individuals. Juggling multiple responsibilities, I ensured that each affiliate received the attention and support they needed. By leading comprehensive technical explorations of our company's platform and capabilities, I provided in-depth insights and addressed any questions or concerns. This personalized approach allowed us to forge strong relationships with our affiliates, foster trust, and ultimately increase their satisfaction and engagement with our products.Taking charge of QA processes for maintenance code pushes was a critical responsibility I embraced. Recognizing the importance of maintaining the quality and stability of our platform, I conducted thorough testing on developmental and staging environments. This included after-hours testing to minimize disruption to the production environment. By meticulously reviewing the code, identifying and resolving any bugs or issues, and ensuring seamless deployments, I contributed to the smooth operation of our platform. This attention to detail and dedication to quality control helped maintain a high level of customer satisfaction and minimized the impact of potential technical issues.

Organized, accepted and prepared client data feeds for propriety-related service tools and applicationsRegularly worked in healthcare industry, mainly to handle claims and member/bid rate information for processingCollected, analyzed, interpreted and summarized research data for generation of statistical and analytical reportsLed development and deployment of ad-hoc queries to identify areas of focus for data analyticsMaintained servers; provided backend support for in-house applicationsTrained and led 6 employees in SQL Server 2000/2005 and SSIS

Exclusively assisted supervisor in managing over 20 real estate clients including HGTV and NYTimesRecommended and led database structural changes, security policies, and backup/recovery specificationsMigrated data from Excel, flat file and XML to MS SQL Server by using conversions and DTS utility; extracted, transformed and loaded data using SQL Server DTS and SSIS; implemented Endeca software