• Created JobJette, an automated AI job search web app and Google Chrome extension, significantly enhancing the efficiency of the job search process.• Debuted Surf Height, a surf forecasting app that seamlessly blends intuitive design and advanced forecasting, offering users a streamlined UI for quick access to surf reports.• Achieved notable success with Controllers, a Mac app designed for input devices used in gaming, flight simulation, drone operations, and aiding people with disabilities.• Founded and drove the vision for Vivid Machine, showcasing versatility by designing and developing a range of software products tailored to diverse user needs.

• Fully redesigned Nsight, a React-driven energy app, converting complex datasets into tangible insights that culminated in energy savings of $100M+ for industrial clients such as Lineage Logistics.• Led the initiative to establish a new design system, optimizing the design-to-code workflow and bolstering collaboration between designers and developers.• Mentored frontend engineers, facilitating a seamless translation from design mockups to live implementations and promoting a culture of design excellence.• Secured 1st place in the 2023 Ndustrial Hackathon with a cutting-edge mapping visualization project, enabling clients to better visualize the effects of energy savings and performance across facilities.

• Directed the design of Hero3, a cutting-edge healthcare economics platform, tailored to the unique financial dynamics of prominent pharmaceutical players such as Pfizer and Moderna.• Introduced advanced data visualization techniques within Hero3, enabling users to dissect intricate financial metrics, thereby enhancing economic strategy formulation.• Through regular user feedback sessions and A/B testing, refined Hero3's UI/UX, achieving a 40% improvement in user satisfaction and heightened engagement.• The innovative approach of Hero3 culminated in its acquisition by Fishawack Health in 2022, and then again by Avalere Health in 2023, setting a new standard in pharmaceutical financial tools.

• Initiated and executed a strategic upgrade to the JavaScript framework Vue from jQuery, modernizing the assessment app and ensuring a fully responsive design.• Upheld and implemented best practices in design and development, leading to a streamlined and enhanced user experience consistent across devices.• The app's cutting-edge tech stack and design garnered attention from giants like AT&T, Dell, and Microsoft, bolstering their assessment capabilities and strategic decisions.• Collaborated in close partnership with cross-functional teams and leadership, achieving a harmonious balance between a powerful backend and a user-centric, responsive frontend.

• Pioneered an enhanced user experience, streamlining the storefront creation process, and delivered a more intuitive user interface.• Collaborated with a talented remote team, driving a dynamic overhaul of Selz's brand and design by leveraging state-of-the-art technologies such as React, Sass, and GSAP.• The revamped design and user-centric improvements resulted in a 30% increase in new storefront sign-ups, reinforcing the brand's presence in the competitive eCommerce arena.• This innovation and dedication to quality captured the attention of industry leaders, culminating in Selz's acquisition by Amazon in 2021.

• Led educational initiatives, providing instruction in a range of tech areas including JavaScript, CSS, Python, PHP, C#, and App Design, enriching the learning experience for a global student base of 350K+.• Played an instrumental role in mentoring students, fostering a growth mindset and honing their practical skills, resulting in a 35% increase in course completions.• Directly contributed to shaping the next wave of tech innovators, ensuring they were well-equipped to navigate the evolving digital landscape.• My impactful contributions and the platform's overall success ultimately led to its acquisition by Xenon Partners in 2021.

• Developed and maintained a vast network of interactive news sites, leveraging tools like jQuery, Flash, and ActionScript to create dynamic online experiences.• Elevated the digital footprint of notable media outlets, including Naples Daily News, Marco Eagle, The Banner, and The Journal.• Through user-centric design implementations, achieved a 25% increase in user engagement and a 35% boost in site retention rates.• Worked closely with editorial teams to ensure news content was published promptly and presented in a visually captivating format for readers.

• Innovated the web template creation process, streamlining the design and development phases for enhanced efficiency.• Expertly crafted frontend web templates for the website builder tool using HTML, CSS, and jQuery, setting new standards in design quality.• Through strategic design interventions, achieved a 30% improvement in user satisfaction, leading to increased tool adoption.• Collaborated with cross-functional teams, ensuring the website builder tool remained cutting-edge and responsive to user needs.

• Led the transformation of Pit Surf Shop's digital identity, executing a complete overhaul of branding and website design using WordPress and Adobe Flash.• Successfully enhanced the shop's online visibility and user engagement, establishing a strong digital footprint in the local market.• Embraced the dual role of surf instructor, showcasing adaptability and commitment to both the company's online and on-ground operations.• Built strong rapport with customers and students, ensuring a holistic brand experience and fostering a loyal client base.

• Crafted visually captivating websites for prestigious clients including The Juilliard School, Denis Leary's Apostle Productions, and HostDime, setting the creative agency apart.• Demonstrated a keen design acumen early in my career, consistently exceeding client expectations and garnering positive feedback.• Played a pivotal role in boosting the agency's reputation and client portfolio, contributing to its sustained growth in a competitive market.• My unwavering commitment to excellence and significant contributions directly influenced the company's confidential acquisition in 2004.