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Winchester, Virginia, Us

Championed the launch of Broadcasting.inc, a cutting-edge software-as-a-service platform that revolutionizes content distribution, enabling creators to manage and disseminate their work through social media, websites, OTT platforms, and over 6,000 integrations, enhancing digital media engagement and reach.Directed the strategic development of a proprietary automated hybrid cloud architecture, integrating both public and private clouds to optimize the delivery of applications and streaming services tailored for the broadcasting industry.Pioneered the implementation of the Livepeer protocol, orchestrating the conversion of a substantial blockchain mining operation into a network of distributed video transcoding nodes, advancing technological capabilities and resource efficiency.

Orchestrated the development and deployment of a fully automated, scalable service architecture, leveraging HashiCorp technologies to enhance system reliability and efficiency.Acquired and configured the necessary hardware and storage solutions to launch a nascent social media platform. This involved setting up two geographically dispersed data centers with direct links to cloud services, achieved amidst the challenges of the Covid pandemic and within a compressed timeframe.Formulated and presented compelling business cases directly to C-suite leaders, advocating for technological and organizational transformations with a clear outline of strategic benefits and potential impacts.Led comprehensive strategic initiatives for team building and partnership development, successfully recruiting top-tier technical talent and establishing robust vendor and contractor relationships globally. Managed all facets of product launch, navigating the complexities of large-scale, high-impact projects.

Conducted comprehensive industry analysis and client business reviews to understand the broader global, economic, technological, and social trends, ensuring tailored delivery that aligns with client needs and expectations.Demonstrated exceptional critical thinking and analytical skills, consistently challenging existing paradigms and advocating for innovative solutions that drive business improvement. Recognized for a proactive approach in questioning decisions and effectively presenting alternative strategies that align with long-term organizational goals.Directed strategic projects aimed at positioning clients for long-term success through the development and execution of practical roadmaps for digital, IT, or cloud strategies. Managed change processes, monitored project metrics, and implemented corrective actions to achieve sustained benefits.Created public and membership-based Roku channel for global media provider. Channel powered by Enterprise Drupal installation, media delivered through proprietary CDN powered by Nginx, specifically developed to meet the client’s needs.Managed enterprise-level Drupal 7/8 installations, overseeing the support infrastructure for diverse mobile applications and streaming TV channels, ensuring seamless media delivery and service reliability.

Arlington, Va, Us

Member of the Emerging Technology Group, advising customers on AI, IoT, 5G Technology, and Quantum computing. Certified Technical ArchitectGuided a national transportation provider through a critical transition to a new labor management system (DELMIA Quintiq), rescuing a previously failed $50M project. Recognized by the CTO as 'The Phoenix Project', symbolizing its revival and successful implementation under our leadership.Crafted systems (Drupal) and RESTful APIs that transformed the Federal government's infrastructure approval process, delivering accelerated decision-making capabilities and providing high-level insights through advanced data dashboards.Managed diverse teams, both onshore and offshore, in application and web development, database management, operations, and mobile development across multiple projects and timelines.Designed high-availability solutions, IoT integrations for supply-chain management, big data frameworks, and event-driven architectures in response to client RFPs.

Arlington, Va, Us

Arlington, Va, Us

Arlington, Va, Us

Arlington, Va, Us

Glen Allen, Va, Us

Served as the lead architect for Drupal open-source content management systems, focusing on Interactive and Government sectors.Engineered custom Drupal solutions for clients including the Department of Health and Human Services, FEMA, US Senate, Childcare.gov, and various commercial and non-profit organizations.Delivered technical architecture, cost estimation, and client presentations for commercial and government proposals, both independently and in team settings.Conducted Drupal resource development and training.

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Neighborhood Recovery LLC is certified by the US Treasury department’s CDFI Fund as a Certified Development Entity (CDE). CDE is an intermediary vehicle for the provision of loans, investments, or financial counseling in Low-Income Communities (LICs).