I am seeking fractional CTO opportunities. I have co-founded, or helped start, over 10 companies: Kiwi Internet Group, WisePatient.com, Eight Bit Studios, MobileMakers, and a few others. In the summer of 2013, I co-founded a non-profit company with the goal of placing high-school students in tech internships in Chicago. I meet with students and young entrepreneurs alike in hopes of giving them the benefit of my industry years. I seek out opportunities to speak with students about my path and passion with the hopes of giving them a different perspective into the field of software development.BoardsMember of the Executive Board at codeplatoon.org (current)Member of the Executive Counsel at Ms. Tech Chicago in 2015AwardsNamed to TechWeek100 top influencers in Chicago in 2014Nominated for Moxie Mentor of the Year in 2013 and 2014 <-- Lost both times to Chuck Templeton! How cool is that!?Eight Bit Studios #2795 on Inc. 5000's 2019 fastest growing companies in the U.S.Eight Bit Studios #2762 on Inc. 5000's 2018 fastest growing companies in the U.S.Eight Bit Studios #1484 on Inc. 5000's 2017 fastest growing companies in the U.S.Eight Bit Studios #1559 on Inc. 5000's 2016 fastest growing companies in the U.S.Eight Bit Studios nominated for Moxie Digital Agency of the Year in 2013, 2014 and 2016SushiStatus.com nominated for Moxie Best B2B Startup 2016Mobile Makers - awarded Northwest Educational Council for Student Success Business Partner Award by Illinois Township High School District 214 and Prospect High School - nominated for Moxie Innovative Education Startup in 2013* Original Pampers test baby
Listed skills include Agile Methodologies, Software Development, Web Development, Web Applications, and 46 others.