As the Principal Software Engineer at Whole30, I lead the technical strategy and development of our digital platforms to support and enhance the Whole30 community. Since 2009, Whole30 has transformed lives, and my role is crucial in ensuring our digital products align with this mission.Key Responsibilities:Technical Leadership: Directing the architectural design and implementation of scalable, robust web applications.Full-Stack Development: Building front-end and back-end components with seamless system integration.Team Collaboration: Working with cross-functional teams and mentoring junior developers.Optimization: Enhancing application performance and ensuring high standards of code quality.Customer-Centric Solutions: Translating user needs into technical solutions to support their Whole30 journey.

Experienced owner and full-stack developer specializing in web development for small businesses and agencies. I assist clients by developing full websites, deploying landing pages, troubleshooting technical issues, and providing SEO solutions. My expertise includes creating custom solutions using Drupal 7 & 9, WordPress, Shopify, SquareUp, Squarespace, and basic HTML.Notable clients include Frisch's Big Boy, Providence Enterprise, Delcam Holdings, Safety Net America, Mona Dermatology, iReport Source, Epoxies Etc., Luma Financial Technologies, Freking Myer & Reul, The Seven Hills School, and more.

CTO and full-stack developer specializing in the strategic development and integration of solutions for Creative Department clients. With extensive experience in eCommerce platforms like Shopify and WooCommerce, CMS platforms such as Drupal, WordPress, and SharePoint, and integrating CRM applications including Salesforce, Marketo, and Eloqua, I focus on developing custom themes and seamlessly integrating third-party solutions into CMS platforms.I have worked with companies of various sizes, from Fortune 500 companies to startups. Notable clients include Veritiv Corporation, Cincinnati Bengals, Kroger i-wireless, Ampac, Qvidian, St. Elizabeth, and several smaller companies like Arlinghaus Heating and Air, Grandpa & Kirks Soap, Coney Island Park, Aquarium & Zoo Facilities Association, Ranger Steel, Zollett Waste Solutions, Pivotek, Easy Way Products, Leisure Systems (Jellystone Parks), and Montgomery Inn.

Responsible for planning, developing, and implementing solutions for a diverse range of clients across various platforms. Leveraged my extensive knowledge of programming languages to seamlessly integrate into clients' selected architectures, including PHP, MySQL, Postgres, Java (Spring and Struts frameworks), Oracle, ASP.NET, C#, ASP MVC, MS SQL Server, and CMS tools like WordPress, Joomla, and Drupal.With a solid strength in back-end programming and meticulous attention to detail in front-end solutions, I managed platforms such as IIS, Nginx, and Apache.Demonstrated programming flexibility by developing a site for Chiquita and the Fox movie RIO using .NET (C#) to "gamify" their sweepstakes site. This project involved integrating gaming technology from Bunchball (badging component) and interactive site elements, and developing core .NET classes to be shared across multiple clients. Additionally, we incorporated Bunchball components into the Chiquita Moms blogging site as part of the Chiquita Rio promotion.Notable clients included Red Robin, T. Marzetti, SmarTouch gloves by Isotoner, Rebath, Mederma, and Wild Adventures.

Powerhouse Factories, an offshoot of Empower MediaMarketing, added creative, word-of-mouth, and market intelligence services to its repertoire. It was part of the Empower Group, which also included Magnetic Content Studios.Upon joining Powerhouse Factories, I continued to grow as a team leader, responsible for planning, developing, and implementing solutions for numerous high-profile clients across various platforms.At Powerhouse Factories, I leveraged my full-stack development skills to create solutions that fit seamlessly into our clients' selected architectures. My expertise spanned multiple technologies, including PHP, MySQL, Postgres, Java (Spring and Struts frameworks), Oracle, ASP.NET, C#, ASP MVC, MS SQL Server, and CMS tools like WordPress, Joomla, and Drupal.I provided end-to-end solutions with a strong focus on back-end programming while also paying meticulous attention to front-end development. In addition to my programming responsibilities, I managed platforms such as IIS, Nginx, and Apache.My role also involved supporting and enhancing The Empower Group's Analytic Team by working on the Datawell application acquired from MIG Company. In a short period, I added efficiencies to the nightly data load process, streamlined queries, and improved client monitoring, reducing query times from 30 seconds to 5 seconds in some cases. The Datawell application serves as a versatile data mining tool, interpreting various data types from employee information to sales data. Notable clients of the Analytic Team included Fred Meyer Jewelers, Roto-Rooter, and Dream Giveaways.

As the technical lead for the development and strategic direction of My FedEx Rewards (getrewards.fedex.com), I oversaw the implementation and optimization of the platform. I also mentored junior programmers, enhancing their Java skills through code reviews, troubleshooting, and bug fixes that exceeded their experience level. My support extended to the loyalty platforms for Eddie Bauer, Best Buy, and FedEx.The application was built using the Spring and Hibernate frameworks, running on BEA WebLogic and Apache Tomcat application servers. This Java-based system interacted with an Oracle database to provide users with real-time loyalty points.I also developed one of Epsilon's first community offerings for Best Buy, integrating Epsilon's Java-based platform with .NET Community Server to enable seamless authentication and rewards data sharing between the systems.Key technologies and languages used in these projects included Java, .NET (C#), Oracle, and HTML/CSS.

As a Technical Lead/Manager, I was responsible for the architecture, implementation, and development of websites, micro-sites, and web integration applications for our clients. During my tenure at Whittman-Hart, I developed Java applications to support P&G's Tide website, leveraging Oracle's ATG platform. Additionally, I created campaigns using Java (Spring, Struts), PHP, and classic ASP. I also managed a small team working on an eLearning application for the Interventional Fellows Institute, sponsored by Cordis, a Johnson & Johnson Company, and supported by doctors from Columbia University Medical Center. The key development languages and technologies I utilized include Java, .NET (C#), classic ASP, PHP, and HTML/CSS.

As a Lead Developer at Great American, I managed the day-to-day operations of a team of six developers. I implemented Agile processes for our development team, running daily scrums, developing user stories, and setting sprint goals. I also managed deliverables and expectations for stakeholder groups, shared responsibility for project success, and assisted in the daily management of IT organizational processes. This included performance management, plan monitoring and evolution, metrics development and management, recommending infrastructure improvements, and developing, implementing, and ensuring compliance with operational policies and procedures. The key development languages I used include COBOL, DB2, Java, .NET (C#), and HTML/CSS.