Severe Videos, LLC produces engaging videos that both entertain and educate. Our videos are produced exclusively for our in-house brands, and are viewed on social media and news outlets around the world.As the Chief Executive Officer of Severe Videos, LLC, I surround myself with the best possible team to ensure the continued growth and success of the company.

Freelance web developer focusing on custom PHP sites, and Wordpress sites including Woocommerce and custom plugin development.Full portfolio available at www.disruptdevelopers.com

Upgraded an outdated Laravel application from Laravel 5.6 to Laravel 7. The app included both an API and Front-End view. The app used multiple database connections and Redis cache. The app was a combination of a custom e-commerce site, information site, and API integration into our .NET software. For the API, I mostly used REST with JSON, and also included some SOAP calls where they made sense. On the front end, I used Laravel's blade language with jQuery and Bootstrap.

Developed custom Analytics Reporting tool using Laravel 5.7, PHP 7.2, and Bootstrap 4.1. Integrated with Google Analytics API, Facebook API, and Google Sign-in. Developed custom authentication so that reports could be sent securely to external clients.Developed custom e-commerce system using Laravel 5.4, PHP 5.6, and Bootstrap 3.3. Developed the front end, back end, database, and DTI (NewsCycle) API. Subscription conversion increased significantly, resulting in a $150,000+ / year increase in profit.Migrated websites from Laravel and WordPress to TownNews. Built custom template overrides using TownNews' UTL and macro systems.Modified the WordPress Rest API to add custom post types and custom meta data needed to facilitate the transfer of WordPress websites to TownNews.Merged two Wordpress subscription news sites into one using Woocommerce and WPEngine. Created custom Wordpress plugins to handle ad placements in RSS feed used by MailChimp.Created Woocommerce dropshipping site using Printful integration and Stripe Payment Gateway. Achieved a 97 PageSpeed through a combination of smart WP Super Cache settings, htaccess settings, php.ini settings, and custom PHP actions in functions.php.Coded major upgrade to e-commerce processing system using Laravel MVC, Blade, Braintree API, USPS API, and ReferralCandy API.Built custom push notification system using JavaScript, custom built API, and OneSignal service worker.

Developed web based applications running off a Microsoft SQL Server. Developed applications in PHP, SQL, HTML5, jQuery, JavaScript, and Bootstrap.Converted old modular and procedural code to OOP using PHP Classes.Fixed and improved old code while maintaining original design. Added good notes to old code to make updating the code easier in the future.Increased conversion rate on landing pages by 250% by developing new landing pages using a mobile-first design and a modern UI.Developed complex analytics tool which predicts student retention with over 80% accuracy. Tool is being used to identify students at risk of leaving the college, and to increase the overall graduate rate.

I motivate audiences to accomplish more than they've ever imagined possible. Drawing on over a decade of experience, I use proven techniques to empower and equip audiences to achieve their dreams and bring lasting change to their lives and the lives of those around them.I provide audiences with practical tools to turn their dreams into reality using techniques that have worked for myself and thousands of others around the world. I show audiences how to turn overwhelming dreams into manageable daily action steps. I then give my audiences the motivation to perform these actions even in the face of incredible obstacles.In addition to motivating audiences to accomplish their goals, I have a track record of boosting sales during the economic downturn. I recently brought a national retail store from 277th place to 17th place in sales in just three short months (out of over 500 stores nationwide).I have over 15 years of experience in both consumer and business to business sales. I have run several businesses and understand the pressures of both the business owner and the commissioned sales representative.Visit www.scottcurry.me for more information about what I do and what Curry & Associates, LLC can do for you.

Developed complicated tools utilizing InfoPath, SharePoint Designer workflows, Excel, Access, and Visual Studio. Used VBA and ADO to perform instant synchronization between Excel and SharePoint lists, which allowed bulk updating of SharePoint lists in Excel.Taught management and corporate trainers how to use the new tools I developed.Designed and maintained relational databases for the learning department. Coded advanced SQL queries combined with VBA to generate complex reports.Developed and maintained SharePoint site and HTML pages for the learning department.Conducted meetings with management and end users to elicit needs and gather requirements. Wrote requirements documentation, charted workflows in Visio, and presented analysis and recommendations to management.Developed, ran, and analyzed compliance training reports. Presented analysis to management and compliance departments, and helped formulate a plan to get the entire company to 100% compliance.

Trained retail Best Buy associates on sales cycle and Microsoft products.Store I trained rose to 17th from 277th in the nation (out of 500 stores) in just 3 short months of training.Specialized in Microsoft Product Training, including Surface, Windows Office, and Windows Phones.

Coded VBA macros to communicate between Morgan Stanley's mainframe and web-based systems including Loanet and DTC which increased the efficiency of existing processes. My macros resulted in over $200,000 in annual savings through increased accuracy and reduced man hours.Prioritized multiple system and reporting enhancements based on business unit requirements. Worked with IT to complete enhancements on time and under budget. Wrote test scripts for user acceptance testing (UAT) and completed post-implementation testing.Analyzed procedures of off-shore team in India, wrote procedure documents, and drafted training requirements to ensure the team met FINRA regulations.Analyzed and resolved complex external and intercompany settlement discrepancies for both the domestic and international stock loan teams.Assisted operations team during times of high volume by amending trades in Morgan Stanley's Mainframe to fix contract compare breaks and ensure proper settlement of securities.

Led my department to achieve the first year-over-year sales increase since 2007, despite a national sales decline.Led store’s sales representatives to achieve goals on all metrics (credit, rewards program, protection agreements, accessories, and store web orders).Directly managed team of 12 employees including all hiring, supervising, and training.

Coded advanced VBA macros and SQL queries to work between Excel, Access, Internet Explorer, Loanet, and DTC to process and track the firm’s intraday stock and cash movements, which resulted in $140,000 in annual savings through reduced man hours. Received STAR recognition award from senior management for producing these results.Supervised and trained four new associates on the entire stock loan business, including all processing and balancing procedures.Identified as Bank of America “top talent”. Rated “Exceeds / Exceeds” on performance review for what was accomplished and how it was accomplished.Supervised and trained International Stock Loan Operations team that was rated #1 in the world in the ISF Equity Lending Survey in 2009.Charted firm’s fail exposure on cash settlements and led the team to reduce this exposure 88%.Analyzed and resolved complex settlement discrepancies both intercompany and vs. the street.Processed up to 200 prepays and settlements each day for Wall Street firms totaling between $500 million and $2 billion daily. Processed mark to market activity on over 2,000 loans daily.Balanced and reconciled between $2 billion and $8 billion of DTC, fed wire, and stock collateral each day.

Number 1 in the store for Sales per Hour.Number 1 in the store for Contribution Dollars per Hour.Number 1 in the store for Protection Agreement Percentage. Achieved 13-16% (with goal of 10%) every year.Number 1 in my department for Accessory Add On Percentage.Number 1 in my department for Installation Add On Percentage.Achieved a 93% customer satisfaction response rating.

Highest producing sales rep in volume.Developed additional business through unique referral program.

Top 10% in sales.Developed very strong relationships with clients; many clients followed me as I made my transition to Homeworks Furniture.

Hired, trained, and managed all employees in the company.Supervised loan origination process from application to funding.Worked with the president to develop marketing and growth plans for the company.Increased the number of lenders the company was approved to do business with from less than 70 to over 120.Led the company to be one of the most competitive sub-prime brokers in Jacksonville.

Developed custom e-commerce web sites and landing pages using HTML, CSS, PHP, and MySQL.Optimized images and minimized JavaScript code to reduce page load times (this was a concern in the days of dialup).Hired and managed independent web design and data entry contractors.Designed, produced, and presented sales presentations to clients.