Passion Project that started out sitting in the equipment storage cages at the 19th Special Forces Group - the National Guard Unit to which I'm assigned. Years of frustration in organizing and caring for tools, equipment, and integrated systems finally came to a head, so I proposed making a solution that we could use that would help us (sergeants) and our soldiers be able to "set the example for others to follow" when it came to how we used and cared for our equipment.

Wireless Tech, Machine Learning, & Sensor Integration. Support to Special Forces. - targeting (Business Development for the battlefield)- enabling operations with tech (sensor integration)- data analysis/machine learning- telecommunications/cyber

At FamilySearch, I lead the design and implementation of cutting-edge MLOps infrastructure, ensuring the seamless integration of AI and machine learning models into our production environments.## Key Achievements- Architected and implemented a robust MLOps pipeline, significantly improving model deployment efficiency and reducing time-to-production- Led the adoption of continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices for ML models, resulting in faster iteration cycles and improved model quality- Established best practices for testing AI/ML algorithms, including validation, verification, and performance benchmarking across the organization## Core Competencies- MLOps Infrastructure Design- AI/ML Model Testing and Validation- Automated Testing Frameworks- CI/CD Pipeline Integration for ML- Large-scale Data Handling- Model Performance Optimization- Technical Leadership and Mentoring## ImpactI work at the intersection of software engineering and data science, bridging the gap between ML model development and production deployment. My focus is on creating scalable, reliable, and efficient infrastructure that enables our organization to leverage the full potential of AI and ML technologies in furthering our mission.#MLOps #ArtificialIntelligence #MachineLearning #SoftwareTestingAutomation #CI/CD

Technical Co-founder. Leading our team of experienced machine learning and data engineers building the future of work in dental offices

Software and Healthcare growth equity

software and tech-enabled services lower middle market buyout

Officer-in-charge of technology-focused operations on six continents while assigned to a joint-interagency activity.- Deployed globally with a focus in Europe and the Middle East- Presented briefings to generals, ambassadors, and other senior executives. Experienced briefing technical matters to non-technical audiences.- Managed field office providing services to multiple co-located and remote customers.Product Leader and Principal Engineer, sensor system with embedded ML application- Developed new analytic workflow into a machine learning on the edge appliance to automate a labor-intensive task. Led productization resulting in deployment by multiple customers.

USSOCOM Assignment supporting special operations forces and partner agencies.- Led forward-deployed teams in AFRICOM and CENTCOM areas of responsibility.- Interfaced with senior executives and action level officers on a weekly basis to present results of current operations and gain approval for new initiatives. - Mentored junior analysts on technical, workflow process, and presentation skills.- Led a team dispersed across 4 sites in 2 countries producing detailed analytical products daily.

Regimental Special Troops Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment- Deployed twice participating in Ranger combat operations and counter-insurgency operations- Advised commanders on technical considerations impacting their combat operations.- Synthesized large volumes of data managing dozens of cases supporting SOF units- Trained and mentored juniors and organized situational exercises to increase team lethality.

Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center- Developed new soldiers into competent leaders with 75% of soldiers placed with Special Operations Units.- led physical fitness training programs - trained soldiers in land navigation, marksmanship, military operations in urban terrain, and self-aid/buddy-aid trauma care

3rd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment- M3 Carl Gustaf MAAWS/RAAWS Gunner- Combat Search and Rescue- Airborne Operations/Airfield Seizure- Rotary-wing Operations

US Army Infantry School- Basic Airborne Course- Infantry OSUT