Jacob Shepherd Email & Phone Number

Overland Park, Kansas, Us

As a trusted, strategic advisor and product development leader with a proven track record in driving innovation and growth, I worked closely with the executive team to deliver cutting-edge solutions, leveraging strengths-based leadership with a team of software engineers. Our work included prototyping new technologies, building and selling products, and executing projects for both internal and external clients.Key Accomplishments:Product Development:• "Allora: Driving conversations" Developed an omnichannel app for content publishing across iOS, Android, Windows, and web. Integrated with systems like Veeva, Salesforce and Azure AD.• "AnswerVox: Your voice answer engine" Used cloud services to automate voice responses from Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri, earning a US Search Awards 2022 Finalist nomination.Project Development:• Implemented Allora for clients like Sanofi, Lemtrada, Teva, and Regeneron, creating interactive tools, patient communities, and award-winning VR/AR experiences.R&D Innovations:• Prototyped with technologies like Magic Leap, HoloLens 2, and Oculus Quest.• Developed AI chatbots (Copilot), computer vision applications, and real-time 3D holoportation devices.Automation:• Utilized Microsoft Power Platform (Apps, Automate and Dataverse) to streamline processes across business systems, enhancing efficiency and productivity.Sales and Marketing:• Created and showcased innovative technology experiences for life sciences, demonstrating AI, AR, and VR in marketing.• Engaged with clients at industry conferences and on-the-road during Client Advisory Board meetings • Authored articles for PM360 magazine.• These efforts contributed to a 20% year-over-year growth for the company, leading to its successful acquisition.Showcased unparalleled passion to solve complex problems and drive business success, and commitment to applying expertise and leadership skills in a dynamic and innovative environment.

Enable partners on a per-job contract basis, helping their businesses automate processes, sell products and services online, and drive results with the latest technologies.Key Projects:Mixologist: Developed an IoT robotic bartender using AI and machine learning, capable of recognizing users and recommending drinks through computer vision and NLP.Lanco: Created a marketing site and online catalog for one of Brazil's largest medical equipment manufacturers using WordPress, WooCommerce, and WhatsApp Integration.TapouT Virtual Training Center: Developed a masterclass delivery for web and mobile platforms for top MMA brand.Fitness Virtual Training Center: Developed a masterclass delivery for web and mobile platforms for 4-time Mr. Olympia, Jay Cutler.Safe Harbor: Built a system to manage and report vehicle interlock data for the State of Arizona.Dealer Trader: Developed a vehicle trading system for Nissan.Microsite Management: Created a geo-targeting system for managing content across microsites.Dealer Management System: Designed an inventory management system for auto dealers.Friends and Family: Developed a referral management system for the auto industry.JRH Biosciences: Built a content management and ecommerce system for Life Sciences business.E-Fast Advance: Provided a marketing application for payday loans, including campaign management and detailed tracking.Sprint 100% Club: Developed an employee award program with rich, interactive experiences.Avila University: Created an online testing engine for college credit exams with reporting capabilities.American Century Investments: Developed an employee award program with custom business logic.Sun Aviation: Built a custom ecommerce solution for aviation parts with per-customer pricing and order tracking.

Led the design and development of a multi-million-dollar custom ERP system to automate business processes for Panasonic’s laptop and projector repair divisions. Improved internal development practices to maximize efficiency and increase profitability.Key Contributions:ERP System Development:• Designed a 5-tier SOA using MSMQ for asynchronous processing.• Implemented WPF and ASP.NET AJAX frameworks with C#.NET, VB.NET, and SQL Server.• Built over 200 entity-based modules for web and WPF applications.• Created detailed requirements, software requirements specifications, and technical design specifications.Architecture and Standards:• Played an active role in the architecture team, setting development standards and improving processes.• Built code generation templates and abstracted common functionality into class libraries, saving time and reducing cost.Mentorship and Training:• Mentored and trained developers on process and emerging technologies.• Installed, configured, and maintained SharePoint and Team Foundation Server for Application Lifecycle Management.Technology Direction:• Introduced new technologies through rapid prototyping and proof-of-concepts, including Silverlight, WPF, WCF, RIA Services, Entity Framework, T4 templating, and cross-platform mobile application development.

Led the design and development of a comprehensive deployment system aimed at automating classroom setups for computer training centers across the nation, utilizing Microsoft Virtualization technologies.Key Contributions:• Deployment System Development: Created a windows-based, Client-Server network application to fully automate virtual computer deployment for training centers. This included subscription-based licensing, seamless automatic updates, and code obfuscation to enhance security.• Architecture: Implemented a 3-tier architecture (Presentation, Application, and Data) to ensure robust and scalable application performance.• Technologies Used: Developed using C++, C#.NET, VB.NET, and SQL Server.• Development Coordination: Successfully coordinated development efforts with two offshore teams and three on-staff developers, ensuring smooth collaboration and project execution.• Full Life Cycle Development: Managed the entire development lifecycle, including design, coding, testing, packaging, and deployment of the application.

Led the design, development, and support of technology solutions to manage the complexities of classroom setups for over 300 classes weekly and acted as the primary point of contact for technical inquiries from sales staff and trainers.Key Responsibilities & Contributions:Classroom Setup Management:• Managed classroom setups across three cities: Leawood, Overland Park, and Topeka.• Designed an automated system to deploy hundreds of virtual operating systems to classroom computers weekly for day, evening, and weekend classes.• Coordinated technical details of room rentals for companies such as Intuit, Cisco, VMWare, IBM, and Sprint.Technical Leadership:• Interviewed, hired, and delegated tasks to network administrators.• Acted as the primary technical contact for sales staff and trainers, addressing technical questions and ensuring smooth operations.Technology Development and Support:• Installed, configured, and customized a web portal for ticket-based support.• Designed and developed a company intranet using ASP.NET.• Implemented server-based fax retrieval, sending, and archiving.• Automated paper-based sales processes such as student registrations, room rental agreements, and class scheduling.• Developed an ASP.NET application for corporate training event registrations.Web Development and Redesign:• Coordinated and assisted in the redesign of the company website to enhance user experience and functionality.

Responsible for building and maintaining a secure, reliable network infrastructure from the ground up. I provided ongoing troubleshooting, support, and upgrades for over 200 computers at the Lenexa location and 50 computers at the Kansas City location, ensuring smooth operations and high availability.Key Responsibilities & Contributions:Network Installation and Management:• Installed, configured, and managed a secure network for multiple locations, providing reliable connectivity and support for over 250 computers.• Implemented ongoing troubleshooting and upgrades to maintain network stability and performance.Classroom Deployment System:• Designed and built the structure for a classroom deployment system using Ghost and Sysprep.• Delegated tasks to an intern who assisted with classroom setups, ensuring efficient and effective deployment processes.Student Intranet Development:• Developed a student intranet using ASP.NET with SQL Server, providing a customizable portal for study materials, event updates, weather, and other helpful information.• Created a backend administration section of the website, allowing staff to easily update content and manage student resources.Technical Interviewing:• Conducted technical interviews for potential trainers, ensuring the recruitment of qualified and competent personnel to support the institution's training programs.Student Support:• Provided students with the necessary training assistance and resources to successfully complete their courses, contributing to a positive and productive learning environment.

TiBi.tv is a patent-pending social commerce influence engine that is integrated with existing and emerging SmartTV (internet ready) televisions and devices. With our patented On-Screen Remote Browser (the ORB) TiBi.tv viewers stay in-stream and gain access to relevant, targeted, just-in-time information, socialization and purchasing. Our second patent device creates an Impulse Advertising Engine vehicle accessible by licensed media content creators/distributors for use in attracting auxiliary/replacement streams of revenue by giving advertisers immediate access to the viewers buying impulse for products or information provided on-screen.