• Responsible for facilitating company growth through advancement in process with emphasis on software and hardware systems• Conduct systems and process evaluations via multiple pathways. Employee feedback, active participation, and industry comparisons to name three • Designed, initiated, and supported a major end-to-end workflow update for Engineeringo Removed multiple points where information disconnects existedo New methodologies provide greater clarity of oncoming difficulties and non-standard scenarios Provides better basis to solve problemso Restructured client-side submittals to provide greater depth of information for transparency of materials, methods, and design• Configured, tested, and consolidated Engineering output software removing multiple process steps, unnecessary costs, and a better in-house product to coordinating departments.• Consolidated Engineering software packages into a single, high-performance workstation/server for better resource utilization and maintenance. Standardized access and protocol for on-site and remote staff alike.o Also increased cycle times by removing data-intensive network traffic to 1 node and adjacent physical proximity

• TECHNOLOGY > Design, deploy, and manage ALL enterprise hardware and software infrastructure ● Research, acquire, migrate, configure, integrate, and manage multiple Windows production servers ● Plan, implement, and test protocols for multi-tiered backup and recovery of critical systems ● Research, acquire, configure, and support 25+ Windows-based user workstations ● Manage on-premise email server: User mailboxes; Security and SPAM integration; Client connections ● Manage on-premise MS SQL Server: Patches and updates; Security and logins, Backups and file size ● Manage the Global Catalogs and Active Directory ● Update, evaluate, and distribute new versions of primary engineering software• AUTOMATION > Develop engineering software assemblies to streamline trending designs ● Develop and update custom reports interfacing with engineering SQL databases for more detailed and efficient data transfer ● Continuous process improvement: Identify new methods utilizing existing resources; Research new tools applying value analysis leading to approval and integration ● Collaborate with intersecting departments to standardize incoming and imported data allowing expansion of Engineering’s automation effectiveness• PROBLEM-SOLVING > Engineer new, incoming designs: Divide and categorize components; Apply proven methods to conventional components; Concept, prototype, and test strategies for unique components ● Respond to all connectivity, server, and workstation issues: Determine affected systems and components; Utilize experience and relevant resources for solutions; test and verify resolution• LEADERSHIP > Mentor Project Engineers to develop creative approaches, efficient workflows, and software proficiency ● Drive department objectives using data indicators to develop goal plans ● Manage incoming projects workload: Assign appropriate department staff; Prudently take on projects as needed; Plan out resource availability and identify necessary long-term and short-term adjustments

• Produce project estimates. Maintain estimating formulas and methodologies.• Manage projects from start to finish, develop milestones and deadlines. Coordinate resources needed, and delegate tasks to team members• Manage majority of business financials. Including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll• Consult owner concerning business decisions. Providing objective , insight, and opinionsKey Accomplishments• Built new management infrastructure to facilitate rapid and effective growth• Developed and implemented a vertically integrated system that yielded efficiency through standardization and consistency• Leveraged new technologies to streamline processes and track progress• Contributed to a cross-partnership council organized by Omaha’s largest home builder

• Solely built the website www.omahacoupons.com from the ground floor• Collaborated with partners on major business decisions• Sought out and secured local financing to grow business prior to launch• Maintained site functionality; debugged and fixed issues and/or errors• Maintained server hardware and software• Self-taught MS SQL Server, effectively implemented into the company• Acquired multiple domains to duplicate business in other markets

Advanced Synergy was a technology service provider with a concentration on web applications.After proving my ability to effectively develop for the web, I partnered with an industry veteran to create Advanced Synergy. Our largest and most extensive project was an online local couponing website operating under the URL omahacoupons.com. The business was dissolved and the partners pursued other interests.