I am a seasoned Digital MacGyver with 4+ decades of experience in UX/UI/CX/AI/EX and Design Psychology. I am passionate about helping companies and individuals achieve their full potential through my Human-Centric approach, which has enabled companies to thrive in the digital age.My expertise lies in "Reimagining the future of work" through the Magnificent 7 approach:• Creating digitally-enabled teamwork, culture, and social capital• Prioritizing individual well-being to enable peak performance• Empowering continuous learning, reinvention, and growth• Unleashing the collective knowledge and expertise of the entire organization• Driving discontinuous innovation through process and workflow automation• Including everyone in digital transformation efforts• Ensuring a trusted, secure, and modern experience for every employeeLet me help you unlock your full potential and take your business to new heights. With my expertise, I can provide you with the tools and strategies needed to succeed in the digital age. Contact me today to see how I can help transform your business.

Delivered projects for 16 of the Fortune 500 companies, recovering 78 million in ROI, touching 350,000+ users and addressing 450+ TB of data moving from on-premise to the Microsoft 365 cloud.Was proud to support 3 of my long-term clients as interim consulting Enterprise Solution Architect during challenges finding fte staff.

Create and nurture design systems for internal and external customers.Lead the design team to implement elegant, user-friendly software across industries to be more efficient, lean, and green.Work closely with users, EX/CX/PX team colleagues, and industry experts in the broader team to identify core pains and goals.Create designs and artifacts that help solve identified problems, which will be validated and iterated on quickly based on user feedback.Communicate your research, explorations, and conclusions to your team and others across the organization.Collaborate with engineers and product managers to deliver elegant solutions to our customers while balancing the need for quality and consistency against business and technical needs.

Spearheaded a successful redesign project, resulting in a modern and user-friendly website that increased user engagement by 30%.Identified and implemented key UX/UI enhancements for the mobile app, leading to a 25% increase in user satisfaction and a 20% boost in app downloads.Orchestrated and mentored cross-functional design teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality design solutions aligned with business objectives. Conducted in-depth user research, incorporating insights to optimize product features, resulting in a 15% improvement in user retention and overall product satisfaction.

Spearheaded the design and implementation of cutting-edge SharePoint solutions tailored to meet diverse client needs, leveraging the latest technologies and best practices in modern workplace architecture.Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to assess business requirements and translate them into scalable SharePoint solutions, driving enhanced collaboration, productivity, and efficiency across organizations.Led the migration of legacy systems to SharePoint Online, ensuring seamless transition and optimization of functionalities to align with modern workplace standards and security protocols.Developed custom SharePoint applications and workflows to automate business processes, streamline operations, and improve user experience, resulting in measurable gains in workflow efficiency and user satisfaction.Provided expert guidance and training to stakeholders and end-users on SharePoint functionality, governance, and best practices, empowering them to maximize the platform's capabilities and drive adoption.Stayed abreast of emerging trends and advancements in SharePoint and related technologies, proactively recommending innovative solutions to enhance the modern workplace ecosystem and drive continuous improvement.

Welcome to Making Oregon, where the heart of Oregon's cultural essence beats through artisanal craftsmanship. Based on our family farm in Damascus, Oregon, we celebrate the rich heritage of our state by creating and offering handcrafted products that embody passion, creativity, and community spirit.Our MissionAt Making Oregon, our mission is to preserve and promote the artistic heritage of Oregon. We connect artisans and admirers, fostering a deeper appreciation for the magic of handmade treasures. Each piece we create tells a story of dedication and skill, crafted with passion and shared with purpose.Why Support Making Oregon?• Preserve Heritage: Help us keep Oregon’s cultural heritage alive by spotlighting time-honored craftsmanship.• Sustain Communities: Your support nurtures local artisans, strengthens communities, and promotes sustainable livelihoods.• Empower Creators: Join us in empowering artisans to pursue their passions, share their stories, and inspire future generations.

As the Digital MacGyver, I am on a two-decade journey of crafting impactful content on LinkedIn to educate, inform, and inspire diverse audiences. My work is deeply rooted in strategic thinking, digital marketing, consulting, and user experience design. I develop engaging content that resonates with professionals across industries by leveraging my expertise in design systems and brand development.In addition to my freelance work, I contribute regularly to the field through articles on UX/UI and product design. These writings explore innovative approaches and insights into creating intuitive and user-centered digital experiences. My publication, "MacGyver Design Magazine," serves as a platform for sharing cutting-edge ideas and inspiring others in the design community.As a team leader, I manage projects with a focus on innovation and efficiency, ensuring that each piece of content aligns with broader business goals while fostering meaningful connections.

As a Microsoft Principal Architect - UX/UI Designer - NLP/NLM/AI with a focus on delivering exceptional employee experiences, automating business processes, and designing engaging user experiences. The key is being a creative problem-solver with a passion for technology and a deep understanding of Microsoft tools and platforms.• Lead design and implementation of innovative solutions that enhance the employee experience, streamline business processes and improve user engagement.• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify areas for improvement, define requirements, and develop solutions that meet business objectives.• Evangelize modern work solutions and drive adoption by demonstrating their value to the organization.• Stay current on the latest trends and technologies in the Microsoft ecosystem and make recommendations for incorporating them into our solutions.• Lead the development of technology roadmaps and ensure alignment with business objectives.• Leverage tools like Figma to create visual designs, workflows, and concepts that the business interprets and implements.Platforms supporting Azure, Microsoft 365, OpenAI, ChatGPT, Teams, Viva, SharePoint, Sharefile, Figma, Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft Dynamics, Zendesk, UiPath, Power Automate, Power Platform, Jira, Workday, and SalesforceTechnology owner for Microsoft 365, MS Teams, OpenAI, ChatGPT, SharePoint, Stream, Dynamics, Adobe, Power Platform, Viva, and Figma

As an Enterprise Applications Architect and Prompt Engineer, I am driven to deliver the best Employee Experience Platform (EXP), I focus on the long-term goals of Microsoft 365, Intranet, Extranets, and Collaborative systems such as MS Teams, SharePoint, Viva. Developing Power Automations, UiPath, and AI-driven solutions to drive efficiencies and growth.As the Enterprise Application Architect, I lead the team on integrations of OpenAI, ChatGPT, and other AI-driven solutions and applications.Platforms supporting Azure, Microsoft 365, OpenAI, Teams, Viva, SharePoint, Sharefile, Zendesk, Asana, Salesforce, UiPath, Power Automate, Power Platform, ChatGPT Jira, Workday, and Salesforce.Technology owner for Microsoft 365, MS Teams, SharePoint, Stream, Asana, Open AI, Power Platform, Viva

As the Enterprise Information Systems Architect & Director of the Business Intelligence Team, I am focused on the art and science of improvement to user experience of enterprise information solutions, web sites, intranets, online communities, and software to support find-ability and usability. Key solutions include SharePoint Online, Office 365, PowerBI, Azure, AWS, Salesforce, and ShareFile.

As the Microsoft 365 Global Administrator, my role focuses on the design and implementation of a Multi-Geo, Multi-Lingual Microsoft 365 Enterprise environment. Supporting 24 languages natively, 10000+ internal users, 5 Sub-Organization, and 300+ external customer organizations.Migration from SharePoint 2010 to SharePoint OnlineImplementation of Microsoft Teams for global user base, and external sharing.Architecting and implementing Enterprise Governance, Retention Policies all on M365 applications.

We are an industrial design collective focused on experience and innovation without the constraints of a medium.We are MAKERS first. We can run, organize, and deliver projects from almost anywhere.  This allows us to be more agile and lean than other agencies.  We do not hold a convention to a single design style, topic, material, or technology.  We decrease our overhead to reduce our costs for our partners.  This allows us to take the projects we want, not the projects we have to.

Filling the need in the Oregon market, we have created a unique Advisory firm. The goal is to focus on the End User experience with SharePoint and Office 365. Helping companies from Startups to Multi-National with Strategy, Training, User Adoption, and Training.User Centric Design and Mobile First approaches to BrandBrand Unification and assisting in Brand StrategyCreation of Media for supporting Marketing Strategy and DeliverySharePoint Strategic Support and MentoringDelivery of SharePoint and Office 365 Training for End User and ExecutivesSupporting the deployment of Marketing and Enterprise CMO and CMS systemsPremier Partner Advisors for SharePoint and Office 365 in the Oregon Market working with (K2, AvePoint, Metalogix, Sharegate, Emgage, etc.)

Drive success for the organization across two areas: technical and design.Design• Designing unified Wireframes, User Personas, Journeys covering employees, vendors, customers, and future state business goals• Developed 24 month SharePoint Social Collaboration Roadmap and project plan• Delivered Digital and Comprehensive Web strategy for Aequitas Capital Management• Taking Big Data, and Data Analytics and drive real-time executive decision making thru beautiful dashboards and interactive info graphs• Design strategy for Pod Cast and Video Cast web solutions• Design of a central Knowledge Management portal• Development of Project Schedules, Communication Models, and Change Management offerings focused on social and business collaboration deliveryTechnical:• Eloqua Administration• Wordpress Administration• SEO Configuration and Optimization• Pardot Administration, Integration, and Salesforce Integration• GreatPlains Administration• Salesforce (SFDC) Administration, integration with CRM and other CRM Platforms• Tableau Integration to SFDC, Admin, and dashboard design• QlikView Administration• SharePoint 2013 and SharePoint Online Administration

Contract role to assist the team during the transition of the company from Triplefin to FitforCloud. Was focused on the delivery of SharePoint 2016 and SharePoint Online Administrator training, and the development of courseware for future instructor delivery.

As a Senior Solutions Architect at Slalom Consulting, I am working with the best of every industry. Designing and deploying some of the largest SharePoint deployments to date. In addition being the lead organization on SharePoint 2010, including the design and deployment of the Vancouver 2010 Olympic website.If you are looking for cutting edge design, and best in the industry with SharePoint from Consulting, Architecture, Development, and Training; then Slalom should be your first stop.Technical:• SharePoint 2007, SharePoint 2010, SharePoint 2013• SharePoint Migration• Records Management, Data Governance, and Litigation Readiness• Instructing clients in User Centric Design principles• SCRUM Master• ITIL v3 Master• SEO Configuration and Optimization• Pardot Administration, Integration, and Salesforce Integration• GreatPlains Administration• Dynamics CRM Architecture and Administration• SQL and Database Administration and Architecture• Salesforce (SFDC) Administration, integration with CRM and other CRM Platforms• SharePoint 2013 and SharePoint Online Administration

As the VP of Global Training & Consulting and SharePoint Evangelist with Aivea, I focus on 5 disciplines: Business Planning and General Management, Subject Matter Expertise, Business Development, Methodology and Quality Assurance, Work Force Management, Supervision and Mentoring.In addition I provide a best in class e-learning platform for all things SharePoint. Worked to develop and deliver a world recognized global training program. Performing training over 60 training classes in over 4 continents for corporate and government agencies both foreign and domestic.Growing the overall Training and Consulting revenue from $200,000.00 USD to over $1.6 Million in 16 months.Developed Enterprise Consulting Practice. Growing team from 2 local resources to over 14 global resources.

As one of the top SharePoint Solutions Architects at Aivea I have lead medium and enterprise MOSS 2007 engagements globally. I have a proven understanding of MOSS business impact, user experience and technical infrastructure. I have been a key player in our expantion of our Professional Services and Training program. Strong analysis, design, development, integration, and implementation skills using MOSS 2007.Lead member of our Global SharePoint Professional Services Team, contributing to the development of strategies, policies, and best practices that define the clients future. Projects that I have worked on include governments both domestic and foreign, top Fortune 50 companies, educational institutions and non-profit organizations. Portfolio includes deployment that have over 25,000+ users, reaching 6 continents. I have ensured the building of "Clients for Life" relationships, and have a large dedicated support network of MVP's, MCSE's, and other Certified Professionals.

As the Client Services Manager I worked to build deep relationships with Amlaw 50 legal firms, and Fortune 500 companies, leveraging those relationships to understand underlying client needs, then channel discover-e’s electronic discovery and project management resources to address those needs – often through innovative software solutions. My role was critical in growing the business within clients, impacting the business direction, and shaping the development of fast-evolving, best-in-class litigation support and software products.Managed 3 departments within the company: Software Quality Assurance, Technical Services, and Software Training. Managed a team of 32 individuals, with a yearly department budget of over $2.6 million. Brining in revenue's of over $3.5 million annually.

Working as the Senior Software Trainer for Discover-e Legal, I was a critical member of the growth of our client portfolio to over 350+ of the top corporate and legal firms in the US, Canada, and UK. Class sizes ranging from small to Tradeshow and Confernece sizes. Speaking engagements at both technical group meetings, to local legal universities and colleges. Instituted a high-caliber team of technology and legal experts to support our clients. Managed a team of 28 individuals, with a yearly department budget of over $1.2 million. Brining in revenue's of over $2.4 million annually.

Working for the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) and Dept. of Energy.Provided Computer Forensic investigations and analysis for the DOE, stationed in Las Vegas. Worked with EnCase, Smart, FTK. Focused on Linux OS, and Windows operating system.Maintained a Secret Security Clearance

Provided executive services for corporate and governmental agencies. Performed investigative, protective, and information security duties. Was responsible for saving $250,000 yearly, by implementing new logistical automation, workflows, and staffing adjustments.Created InfoSec department, which grossed 4.2 million by the 2nd fiscal year of operation.Worked as liaison between local government agencies and team members.Lonestar Unlimited acquired by Academi

Worked as a Level Designer and Military Advisor on Tribes for Dynamix Games. Advisor on military strategy, application of military fundamentals, and consistency to military technology. Focused on the level and environment building and working with the Game Design team in creating structures and bug testing of gameplay.

Specialized in Nuclear and Bio-Weapon security. Nuclear Area and Installation Entry Controller. Base Armory, and Personal Security details.Secret Security ClearanceStationed:Howard AFB, Panama.Ellsworth AFB, SD.Dyess AFB, TX.and TDY to many more places than can be listed.