My role is to align AUSA’s information and technology resources with its strategic priorities and assessing the relative impact of existing and emerging technologies to AUSA’s operating needs. Lead AUSA's efforts to modernize business systems including: improved data security posture and policy, installation and upgrade of fiber internet at AUSA National Headquarters, launching a responsive HTML 5 based website (Drupal 8) and mobile application, migrating end users to Office 365, transition to web based HR system for timesheet collection and payroll, and enhancing meeting facilities with state of the art Audio/Visual capability. Transitioned organizations Association Management Software (AMS) from Personify to Salesforce product, Fonteva. Integrated Salesforce with a variety of third party systems through SAML and open APIs.

Responsible for the development and implementation of the overall technology and operational policy for the non-profit organization. Designed and implemented new projects to meet changing technology needs, while contributing to the achievement of the objectives specified by SSP’s overall mission. Over my time at SSP, the organization developed a reputation for being an extremely well run non-profit partner, whose events were efficient and effective. My role at SSP exposed me to a wide variety of challenges, as I had a hand in almost every aspect of the organization. I reported directly to the President of the organization, and had direct interaction with a distinguished Board of Trustees. I managed every technology contractor and staff member, as well as all the technical projects that we implemented. The technology we implemented had to meet the high standard of our all of our sponsors, tech giants Intel Corporation and Broadcom, as well as during our frequent interactions with the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy. In particular, my role was heavily involved in the success of the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair, the world's largest international pre-college science competition. My department was responsible for a wide range of activities related to this six day event, often referred to as the "Olympics" of science competitions. The operational activities which I had direct oversight included the management of event logistics such as signage, registration, volunteers, shipping, receiving, security, judging, and related vendor contracts. The technological activities which I had direct oversight included the development of custom software which managed the judging, scientific review, display and safety, and registration processes, as well as A/V needs, hardware procurement and internet connectivity to support the 10,000 attendee event.

I oversaw the operational and technological components of the award winning publications Science News and Science News for Students (formerly Science News for Kids), providing insight into the strategic vision of the long standing magazine and managing technical projects to implement our goals. Despite the challenges of limited resources, we evolved our publications over time to adapt to the dynamic landscape of publishing. As a small non-profit organization surrounded by the uncertainty of an ever changing digital publishing world we were challenged to become early adopters of these alternate mediums, but our team made it happen. Amazon's Kindle and Apple iPad were released during my tenure with Science News and we quickly changed our business model to adapt. Our digital enhancements included a version for the original Amazon Kindle. We were one of the first 50 periodicals to go live in the Kindle store. Shortly thereafter, we launched a native application for the iPad. We launched the Science News iPad app by leveraging our staff's existing skill set by selecting the Adobe Digital Publishing Suite to produce the weekly iPad publication. By the time I left the organization, our digital strategy included single sign on capability so that all SSP subscribing members could access our content through whichever medium was their preference, either via print, the web, the app, or the Kindle. In October 2013, we successfully launched a major revamped website which consolidated and enhanced our web presence, to include a responsive design optimized for mobile readers reaching a wider audience that was much more socially engaged via improved sharing and commenting tools. We introduced a paywall for our content, which helped drive users interested in our content towards purchasing membership in SSP.

Working with a wide range of programming tools performed various levels of standards-compliant web and database development for a variety of non-profit, and commercial web entities meeting the needs of a diverse group of clients. In addition, implemented technology solutions optimizing database and server performance, search engine optimization, e-commerce applications, and offering advice on improving IT business strategies.Clients include: Brigance Brigade in the fight against ALS, The Larry Izzo Foundation for Combat Veterans, Packtoozi.com, the Fatherhood and Marriage Leadership Institute, the Center for Equal Opportunity, Student Horizons, Inc., Employee Benefits Consulting Group and Quality Tape Supply, Inc.

As a member of the federal government operating group, was involved in business consulting, process design work and the application of technologies to federal government clients. Each project presented a new challenge and exposure to various business issues, technologies, and people.

Provided technical and organization leadership for the society's data environment including overseeing the development and architecture of databases, assessment and implementation of new technologies, and providing the organization with a long term perspective on the relationship of database technology to the business opportunities facing the society.

Assisted in the logistics of two major studies on homelessness for the Vanderbilt Institute for Public Policy Studies(VIPPS). Helped coordinate cross-site data collection; performed robust statistical analyses on research data; and preprared materials for semi-annual conferences. In addition, managed the websites associated with the studies, including the maintenance and upkeep of project materials on the private website.