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As the founder of Scalepex, I established the company with a clear vision and strategic direction. Leading all aspects of business operations, including strategic planning, business development, and financial management. Nurturing a high-performing team, I fostered a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Through the execution of effective business strategies, we have achieved significant milestones and garnered accolades, solidifying our position as a leader in our industry.I provide strategic vision and guidance to drive organizational growth and profitability. I develop and implement innovative business strategies aimed at achieving company objectives and bolstering our market position. Leading cross-functional teams, I ensure the execution of strategic initiatives within established timelines and budgets. Central to my approach is fostering a culture of collaboration, creativity, and accountability to enhance employee engagement and performance.I prioritize building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders, customers, and partners. Overseeing financial performance, budgeting, and resource allocation, I ensure the long-term sustainability of our organization. Embracing digital transformation, I drive initiatives to leverage technology and data analytics for competitive advantage.Dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, I champion initiatives aimed at creating a more inclusive and equitable workplace. Upholding compliance with regulatory requirements and ethical standards is paramount in all aspects of our operations.

Founded CaddyDad with a clear vision and mission to help those in need while sharing the message of generosity. I Provide strategic leadership and direction to the organization, driving growth and impact.Developed and implemented innovative programs and initiatives to advance the organization's mission and objectives. Lead fundraising efforts, securing grants, sponsorships, and donations to support programmatic activities and organizational sustainability. I Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with donors, supporters, community partners, and stakeholders. I oversee all aspects of organizational operations, including budgeting, financial management, and compliance with regulatory requirements. Advocate for the organization's cause and mission through public speaking engagements, media appearances, and community outreach efforts. Evaluate program effectiveness and impact, implementing improvements and adjustments as needed to maximize outcomes.

Plano, Texas, Us

Spearheaded overall strategic direction and management of the organization, aligning efforts with company goals and objectives. Led cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence and exceed performance targets. Developed and implemented innovative business strategies to drive revenue growth and market expansion. Cultivated and maintained key client relationships, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and retention. Oversaw financial management, budgeting, and resource allocation to optimize profitability and sustainability. Provided mentorship and guidance to team members, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. Collaborated with the Board of Directors and executive leadership to set long-term vision and organizational priorities. Identified and capitalized on emerging market trends and opportunities to maintain competitive advantage. Represented the organization in industry forums, conferences, and networking events to enhance brand visibility and thought leadership.

Plano, Texas, Us

As an integral member of the Executive Leadership team, I played a pivotal role in guiding teams, fostering client relationships, and ensuring the successful delivery of project objectives. My responsibilities spanned various domains, including operational and human capital support, strategic business advising, and daily operations oversight. Furthermore, I held a key role in driving fulfillment, managing accounts and client relationships, overseeing infrastructure, and nurturing the organization's cultural ethos.I spearheaded strategic initiatives aimed at expanding our firm's advisory services portfolio and driving revenue growth. Leading a dedicated team of consultants, we delivered high-caliber advisory services to clients spanning diverse industries. My advisory role encompassed providing strategic guidance on decision-making, facilitating organizational transformations, and driving performance improvement initiatives.A cornerstone of my approach involved fostering enduring client relationships, ensuring their satisfaction, and fostering long-term partnerships. I conducted comprehensive market research and analysis to uncover growth opportunities and understand competitive trends. I developed tailored solutions that addressed clients' unique challenges and objectives.In addition to providing thought leadership and expertise in areas such as business strategy, operations management, and change management, I meticulously managed project budgets, timelines, and resources to ensure successful project delivery. Mentoring and coaching team members to enhance their skills and capabilities were integral aspects of my leadership approach.Moreover, I actively contributed to business development efforts, including crafting compelling proposals, delivering impactful client presentations, and skillfully negotiating contracts. Through these endeavors, I consistently aimed to drive business growth and reinforce our firm's position as a trusted advisor in the industry.

San Antonio, Texas, Us

Supported and oversaw day-to-day operations while leading strategic projects for the organization. Directly reported to the Global Vice President of Management Information Systems (MIS) and collaborated closely with the President, Board, and Executive Committee to develop and execute technology strategies. Formulated and executed technology strategies, processes, and procedures to optimize profits in alignment with the company's objectives, customer satisfaction, and employee welfare. Developed annual MIS plans and budgets to support and enhance the company's strategic goals. Established technical and operational standards to streamline the working environment. Provided leadership in global MIS projects by chairing Global MIS standards committee.During my tenure at Frost & Sullivan, I significantly improved IT offerings by enhancing the Global Help Desk, updating system administration processes, implementing technical support intranet and change control database, transitioning to cloud storage, and implementing virtualization. I also executed our business continuity and disaster recovery plan and negotiated vendor contracts to enhance performance and reduce monthly expenses, resulting in annual savings of $30,000 (a 35% reduction in fixed expenses). Additionally, I negotiated a more favorable contract with a mobile phone provider, yielding annual savings of $70,000. I streamlined telecommunications expense processes and optimized IT technology offerings, resulting in further annual savings of $110,000.Furthermore, I played a key role in the technology merger between Frost and SCIP, a non-profit sister company, where I successfully saved $5,000 per month by negotiating contracts and eliminating unnecessary expenses. Continuously assessed emerging technologies to enhance service offerings and reduce operating costs.

Chicago, Il, Us

Successfully oversaw projects from initial assessment through to completion, ensuring exceptional quality, adherence to timelines, and financial efficiency. Managed the implementation of technical platforms and their integration with third-party software. Directed a diverse range of projects and technologies, encompassing migrations from Domino to Exchange, NetiQ for network and server monitoring, unified messaging, EVDO deployment, Help Desk process enhancements, intrusion detection procedures and tools, and Resource Scheduler selection and deployment. Conducted organization-wide needs assessments to optimize IT services, gathering insights from senior executives and staff to align IT initiatives with their vision and expectations. Defined and guided project objectives, critical success factors, milestones, and risks. Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams and internal stakeholders to ensure the successful implementation of solutions. Led the evaluation and deployment of a Business Intelligence Tool tailored to client requirements, which resulted in significant cost savings and the client's promotion to Vice President, leading to additional engagements for the firm. Collaborated with the client team to develop corporate strategies aligned with business goals and strategic initiatives. Conducted proof of concept and current state analyses, and led various testing phases including load testing, user acceptance testing, and performance tuning. Produced comprehensive documents including tool operations guides, support plans, SLAs, and support guides. Maintained a high level of customer satisfaction by actively engaging with clients, assisting them in developing realistic development plans, schedules, and achieving project outcomes.

Chicago, Il, Us

Technology Lead on project; managed data quality efforts to improve data capture processes and data quality reporting. Deployed processes to assist client in populating valid data into their source system of records. Worked with a team to determine and implement a Business Intelligent Tool that best fit our client’s requirements. Liaised with key stake holders to understand processes and systems to make improvement recommendations: Project saved client over $1 million in the first quarter by providing transparency between Business and Technology; Efforts resulted in client’s promotion to Vice President and follow up work for the firm. Collaborated with client team to define corporate strategy considering business goals and strategic initiatives. Performed proof of concept and current state analysis. Planed and lead testing, load testing, user acceptance testing, and performance tuning. Managed and produced documents including tool operations guide, support plan, SLA, and support guide. Designed and conducted client workshops for technical software enhancements and collaborated with product development team to implement product improvements. Achieved high degree of customer satisfaction by connecting with customers; helped customers attain achievable development plans, schedule, and project outcomes.

Chicago, Il, Us

Collaborated closely with the infrastructure team to manage Windows servers, network systems, Lotus Domino, and Active Directory (AD). Took charge of server patching and upgrades, as well as overseeing user and group management within AD and Domino environments. Provided ongoing training sessions for both technical and non-technical staff. Spearheaded the planning, recommendation, and deployment of the Blackberry Enterprise Server to ensure the organization remained at the forefront of technological advancements. Facilitated end-user training for new hires and support desk personnel. Established and operated the firm's help desk, conducting trend analysis, researching best practices, and implementing procedural enhancements. Implemented the NT Domain model to enhance security and streamline administration across multiple global locations. Designed and executed procedures for migrating over 1000 users from Lotus Notes R4 to R5 and subsequently to R6.

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Collaborated with the network coordinator to achieve departmental goals and ensure smooth service delivery. Provided support for a user base of over 600 individuals, including installation of PC hardware and software. Expertly troubleshooted PC issues and conducted both individual and group training sessions. Contributed to network maintenance activities by setting up and configuring routers and switches. Managed NT Domain users and groups, as well as overseeing NT server builds.

Offered assistance and support to clients operating in Novell, NT, and AppleTalk environments. Conducted repairs, troubleshooting, and upgrades for desktop and laptop computers. Delivered technical support and evaluated clients' technology requirements, implementing diverse technologies accordingly. Conducted training sessions for a range of Microsoft applications.

Bachelor Of Science, Computer Information Systems

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