As the Operations Manager and Lead Tech, I oversee the day-to-day operations and ensure the successful execution of all outdoor lighting installations and designs. My role is multifaceted, requiring both leadership and hands-on technical expertise. I work closely with clients, designers, and the installation team to bring our lighting concepts to life, all while ensuring operational efficiency and high-quality service delivery.Key Responsibilities:• Lead the installation of custom outdoor lighting systems, ensuring projects are completed on time and meet design specifications.• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure smooth and efficient operations.• Collaborate with clients and designers to develop lighting plans that align with customer needs and aesthetic goals.• Supervise and train the installation team, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and best practices.• Conduct site evaluations, troubleshoot technical issues, and provide solutions during installation.• Maintain inventory and ensure proper procurement of necessary tools and materials for each project.• Continuously improve operational processes to enhance team productivity and project outcomes.Skills & Qualifications:• Strong leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.• Extensive hands-on experience with outdoor lighting installation and technical equipment.• Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with clients and team members.• Problem-solving abilities, with a focus on delivering high-quality, creative solutions.• Knowledge of safety protocols and best practices in outdoor lighting installation.What I Bring:• A passion for creating beautiful, functional outdoor spaces through innovative lighting design.• Expertise in managing operations, leading teams, and ensuring excellence in every project.• Commitment to providing outstanding customer service and fostering strong client relationships.

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As a Software Product Manager, I gather feature requests, schedule releases and coordinate sprints while acting as product expert, identifying user needs while working with cross-functional teams crafting our product vision. Build consensus among stakeholders by defining a shared vision and establishing a road map of prioritized initiatives for both short- and long-term benefits related to the product. Provide the agile development team with clear vision, direction and understanding of the product backlog. Define and track metrics to measure product health and success to align with the road map.Lead and motivate employees to provide best in class solutions for the product being created to align their contribution towards the products impact on the overall organizational success by using effective leadership techniques, including establishing expectations and goals, providing recognition and feedback, and addressing performance problems.

UX/UI developer for CG Visions with an extensive background in Computer Graphics, Programming, and Fine Arts. I've been with CG Visions since 2007 and graduated from Purdue University with a BS in Computer Graphics Technology and Building Construction Management. I've had tons of responsibilities over the years and have been involved with both print and web design, programming, 3D modelling, rendering, and animation work. With all of that experience, my main priorities are to help develop streamlined, intuitive software and receive feedback via user testing on how to best improve user experience with CG Visions’ BIM software applications.

Web programming developer, Architectural rendering- exterior and interior, architectural animation, interactive web applications and sites using asp.net, flash, css, etc. 3D modeling utilizing total BIM solutions.Specialties: ASP.NET, C++, vb.net, Revit API programming, PHP, MySQL, MSSQL, XML, XHTML, CSS, javascriptRevit Architecture, 3DS Max, Maya, VertexBD, AutoCAD, ACA, SketchUpPhotoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, After Effects, InDesign, etc.

Assisted with the development of grant proposals; Responsible for layout and design of bi-monthly two-color newsletter, full-color gallery opening postcards and mailers