Sr. UX Architect & Team Lead (CTR) at OPHDST/DHIS focused on design, development, testing, and promotion of new software approaches using open-source technologies and microservice architecture to support the agency’s long-term objectives. Experience with a multitude of projects including OpenCDC and NNDSS Modernization Initiative programs. Current projects include the NND/MVPS portal and Onboarding.Co-Organized two CDC-wide hackathons in partnership with the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) and the Center for Surveillance, Epidemiology, and Laboratory Services (CSELS). One of the founding members of the Accelerator Team (XLR). XLR was formed with the purpose of creating innovative solutions to problems facing public health. Solutions included foundational microservices, libraries and tools known as Foundation Services (FDNS) that support programs throughout the agency.

CodeDrifters provides a team of knowledgeable experts who deliver high-quality software on time. We espouse open-source technologies and tools that allow us to move at the speed of thought. Specializing in bridging the gap between emerging technologies and large enterprise and government deployments. We design, build, and deliver the latest cutting-edge technology and designs, while still adhering to Federal compliance standards such as FISMA, FedRAMP, and Section 508.

TeamFlow was acquired by MedFlow in July of 2023. TeamFlow is an intelligence process/project builder, that gives a fast, clear, and consistent visual path for your teams and business. I provided user experience/ design and operational leadership working on the company’s product team using Figma, Sketch, React, Kibana, Intercom, and more.

Directing user experience and innovation: design, activities, concepts, and implementation across the organizations products and offerings, with key focus on the emerging technologies.

Leading production-ready user experience and interface design requirements from wireframe concepts through post-deployment user interaction. Working closely with stakeholders and an international development team, developing: original designs specifications, prototypes, and style guidelines for our developers. Striving for fluid application interactions as well as pixel perfect details.

Co-Founded Hummingbird as a custom software development company helping lead a team of ten developers specializing in mobile-web application design/ development. Providing focus and leadership in multiple areas: Front-end design and development, Developed and maintained client relationships, Strategic planning, Business development, Company financials, payroll and policies.

Led UX/UI/ID efforts, for Pipefish product development from concept to deployment. Developing overall brand themes and concepts; working closely with other executive/senior staff to promote Pipefish's short and longterm strategic goals. Lead Designer 2013 - Feb. 2014Focused on front-end interface design and development for Pipefish, in addition to UX planning for our social user applications.UI Designer, 2012 - 2013User interface design and development for Pipefish web and social applications in addition to iterative conceptual designs, and UX planning for social user application.

Design, strategy, direction, execution – pulling it all together for our clients across platforms. From micro-scale website adjustments, to big bang theories of brand strategies – we analyze and provide the optimal direction for the brand’s requirements and objectives. In-house web/mobile app development.

Application support on an email services platform utilizing HTML,CSS. Also assisted with technical problem-solving regarding broader social network/system integrations, especially email services integration.

Responsible for developing and executing new avenues of business for the organization including advancing corporate network, social networking, and advertising campaigns. Significant and varied experience in operational logistics, marketing and information technology with a growing non-profit agency serving thousands clients in an over 40 county area. Advanced from loading and logistics to assisting CEO with various mission driven initiatives.

Hired as advertising intern and sales representative, assumed the role of advertising manager and sales representative for two local newspapers. Responsible for soliciting new business and maintaining current accounts. Succeeded in driving sales for county and city newspaper owned and operated under News Media Corp, Wyoming Newspaper Inc.