Cloud and data center engineer with a passion and expertise for data center, virtualization, and cloud technologies. I have successfully designed, implemented, and managed virtualized infrastructure solutions for various clients using VMware, Hyper-V, Citrix, and Azure platforms. Focus and energy to driving and implementing efficient and effective solutions that mitigate risk, increase uptime, and streamline operations. I am always eager to learn new skills and explore new challenges. I strive to provide the best solutions for my clients and become their trusted advisor.I grew up in the suburbs of the greatest food and sports city on earth, Chicago. From my earliest memories of loving and watching the Cubs to watching the greatest basketball player of all time, Michael Jordan, bring 6 championships to Chicago. This was the 90s, also kind of the "boom" of the internet and the massive growth in the computer industry. My oldest brother, Dennis, was taking computer science courses in high school as well as college. I would sit next to him while he was doing homework and asking questions. I was 13 years old when I watched and assisted him in building his first computer. I fell in love then (also I wanted to be super cool like my brother). Since that moment, it was game over. I knew if I didn't have a career in pro sports, the computer consulting industry would be my fail safe. Obviously if you're reading this, pro sports didn't pan out!Currently I'm working with RSM US LLP in their Managed IT Infrastructure as a datacenter engineer. My current job role is to setup and support various clients and their unique infrastructures. Working in the IT Consulting industry around Microsoft, HP, Dell, VMWare and Citrix platforms with an emphasis in virtual technologies.I'm a transparent individual and I appreciate when leadership is transparent. Don't circle or dance around the topic, be straight forward with what is needed. Transparency and respect goes a long way, I am transparent and respectful and will go out of my way to help you. I really enjoy helping where I can and learning along the way!