A consultant for small and medium sized businesses in and around Washington DC metro area, providing database development, developing and maintaining their web pages. Integrated Web technology with existing data processing systems to support e-commerce services and mass marketing promotions. Utilized rapid prototyping techniques to guide initial conceptualization. Established routines to accurately track Web service usage and customer satisfaction.

Developed business network comprised of 150 high-profile, affluent clients and private businesses. Business Development: Networked extensively throughout the community to recruit new clients. Developed strategic relationships with branch staff and local businesses to develop referrals. Account Management: Maintained accounts through first-rate service and communications. Introduced and cross-sold new products to increase account penetration.Business Presentations: Provided outside sales calls and participated in phone blitzes. Actively involved in several outside organizations as a company representative, including the Chamber of Commerce.

Kept track of website visitorsManaged updating of content on websitesModified open source applications using CMS Made Simple, Zen Cart, Woo Commerce and MagnetoDesigned and implemented PHP MySQL solutions as per project specificationsCollaborated with team members in the development of database structuring

Directed sales force of over 25 employees and oversaw retail operations. Trained assistant managers and sales staff, developing managerial talent by reviewing monthly productivity and identifying strategies for improvement. Promoted partnerships with vendors and local communities. Acknowledged for outstanding performance by being promoted from executive assistant manager to executive manager. Performed all aspects of managing a retail establishment including cashiering, customer service, balancing daily deposits and completing paperwork; hiring, firing, and scheduling employees; and ordering stock.