Pat spearheads enterprise-wide digital implementations as Director of Technology at Crowd Favorite, leveraging his deep knowledge of higher education, government, and corporate IT ecosystems. He manages a global team of open source developers across 16 time zones, ensuring seamless delivery of complex digital solutions. His experience in fully remote team operations has enabled him to optimize workflows for distributed enterprise environments, making him a valuable asset in today's increasingly remote work landscape.As a former sailor in the US Navy Reserves, Pat brings military-grade precision to the solutions and strategies for Crowd Favorite. One of the early adopters of WordPress and Open Source, Pat recognized that power in Higher Education and government publishing systems in 2004, demonstrating his ability to adapt open-source solutions for enterprise needs. As a founder of the Austin WordPress meetup, Pat helped build that early technology community and continues to recognize strength in Open Source communities through speaking engagements and peer groups in the digital agency space, following the idea of "a rising tide lifting all boats."Pat's commitment to Web Accessibility goes back to his early role as a trainer and advisor for Knowbility.org's Accessible Internet Rallies and AccessU, where he championed enterprise-level web accessibility - and still does today. He actively advocates for Open Source Solutions in enterprise environments, skillfully balancing innovation with scalability and security. This approach advances digital solutions that are not only cutting-edge but also inclusive and sustainable for large-scale enterprise use.