“HakJak” is my rockstar game designer alter ego and co-op entertainment production company. Creator of "Guts and Glory", "Pigeon Simulator", and more to come.I directly create and work with other individuals and organizations to create original IPs, develop entertainment franchises, build creative business endeavors, and bring joy to the world!I’m a game designer, developer, and business geek. I’ve done a bit of everything in the games industry. My next level up… Show more “HakJak” is my rockstar game designer alter ego and co-op entertainment production company. Creator of "Guts and Glory", "Pigeon Simulator", and more to come.I directly create and work with other individuals and organizations to create original IPs, develop entertainment franchises, build creative business endeavors, and bring joy to the world!I’m a game designer, developer, and business geek. I’ve done a bit of everything in the games industry. My next level up objective is “global transmedia productions.”If you or someone you know is interested in collaborating on projects in games, animations, comics, merchandising, streaming or other fields closely related to gaming, then don’t hesitate to reach out and inquire about collaboration opportunities. “Let’s build something awesome together!” Show less

Startup Co-Founder | Managing Director | Creative DirectorIn collaboration with tinyBuild Games, I built a multi-million dollar subsidiary company (HakJak Studios) to develop proprietary tech and original video game properties. Over the course of this startup venture, I directly recruited 16 other creatives to build a very strong development team (see Recommendations). We built exciting new tools and and an ambitious project called "Pigeon Simulator", scheduled to launch on PC… Show more Startup Co-Founder | Managing Director | Creative DirectorIn collaboration with tinyBuild Games, I built a multi-million dollar subsidiary company (HakJak Studios) to develop proprietary tech and original video game properties. Over the course of this startup venture, I directly recruited 16 other creatives to build a very strong development team (see Recommendations). We built exciting new tools and and an ambitious project called "Pigeon Simulator", scheduled to launch on PC and Consoles, with transmedia projects to follow. Unfortunately, tinyBuild reached the verge of bankruptcy and made massive cuts in Q4 2023 to survive. Our studio was one of the larger investments and had to be shut down. However, I am forever thankful for all the lessons learned and wonderful people met during this experience. Show less

Category Management | Space Planning | Analytics | Project PlanningWorked with local and regional chain account managers to analyze and predict business performance across beverage categories, develop schematics for large and small format retail customers using JDA Space Planning software and my own proprietary database. Analyzed sales data, customer contract agreements, and corporate directives to update plan-o-grams and business plans periodically. Scheduled, coordinated, and lead… Show more Category Management | Space Planning | Analytics | Project PlanningWorked with local and regional chain account managers to analyze and predict business performance across beverage categories, develop schematics for large and small format retail customers using JDA Space Planning software and my own proprietary database. Analyzed sales data, customer contract agreements, and corporate directives to update plan-o-grams and business plans periodically. Scheduled, coordinated, and lead local reset teams and store managers to implement changes. Conducted annual space planning surveys. Developed and published local merchandising standards. Developed other tools and reports as needed to assist Key Account Managers (KAMs) with selling and execution. Assisted in negotiations and planning with Key Customers. Show less

Lead reset teams for both large and small format customers. Managed teams consisting of both internal and direct competitors to achieve common business goals and act as a liaison between buyers and sellers. Survey market. Identify incremental sales opportunities. Identify product distribution issues. Assist Sales Reps with display builds, remodels, etc. Build schematics using JDA Space Planning software.

Munitions Systems Technician (DoD Job Description): Performs and manages munitions production and materiel tasks and activities. Identifies munitions and equipment requirements. Operates and maintains automated data processing equipment (ADPE) to perform munitions accounting, computations, and research. Stores, maintains, assembles, issues, and delivers assembled nonnuclear munitions. Routinely demilitarizes nonhazardous munitions. Operates and maintains munitions materiel handling… Show more Munitions Systems Technician (DoD Job Description): Performs and manages munitions production and materiel tasks and activities. Identifies munitions and equipment requirements. Operates and maintains automated data processing equipment (ADPE) to perform munitions accounting, computations, and research. Stores, maintains, assembles, issues, and delivers assembled nonnuclear munitions. Routinely demilitarizes nonhazardous munitions. Operates and maintains munitions materiel handling equipment (MMHE). Develops and implements munitions materiel management concepts and procedures. Complies with explosive, missile, and ground safety, security, and environmental directives and practices. Identifies munitions by filler, color code, marking, or physical characteristics. Receives, stores, handles, and transports, nuclear weapons. Related DoD Occupational Subgroup: 645. Show less