Founder and Managing Director of Technical Programs with Savona Studios (dba Big Top Inflatables®) leading e-commerce sales to over $4M annually and positioning the company as the nation's premier distributor of inflatable games and amusement accessory equipment.• Registered Big Top Inflatables® (BTI) with the Office of Patents and Trademarks (OPTM) and established strategic partnerships with leading US manufacturers and iconic brands like Disney®, Universal®, and DreamWorks® to develop… Show more Founder and Managing Director of Technical Programs with Savona Studios (dba Big Top Inflatables®) leading e-commerce sales to over $4M annually and positioning the company as the nation's premier distributor of inflatable games and amusement accessory equipment.• Registered Big Top Inflatables® (BTI) with the Office of Patents and Trademarks (OPTM) and established strategic partnerships with leading US manufacturers and iconic brands like Disney®, Universal®, and DreamWorks® to develop and distribute innovative, high-quality inflatable products.• Spearheaded a cross-functional team to successfully migrate a complex e-commerce website to Shopify, driving a 98% revenue surge from $2.1M to $4.157M in two years while improving user experience. Managed projects using AI, Asana and Smartsheet, leveraging Digital Marketing and SEO Optimization to achieve a #1 Google ranking on top keywords, 30K+ subscribers, and a 20% reduction in bounce rate.• Partnered with ClickLease Financial, backed by a $220M bond securitization. This strategic move revolutionized operations by enacting AI technology to slash loan processing times from a week to under 5 minutes, boost approvals by 40%, and reduce chargeback risk. As a result, BTI profit margins rose 9% from 18% to 27%, and average ticket value increased by 37%..• Ensured post-Wayfair sales tax and nexus compliance by registering the company in 13 US states, collecting and remitting sales and use tax. Utilized QuickBooks Enterprise and Avalara AvaTax to streamline tax calculations and compliance. Conducted ongoing financial audits to identify and address potential nexus obligations.• Elevated company brand reputation and industry standing through active memberships with the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA), American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM), and the Better Business Bureau (BBB) resulting in a BBB A+ Accreditation and industry-leading 5-star Google Reviews. Show less

Founder and Managing Director of Real Estate Portfolio Management with Savona Properties, specializing in rental property investments in the New Orleans Metro Area, licensed in Louisiana and Texas.• Delivered Significant ROI through Strategic Real Estate Investments and procuring a diverse, debt-free property portfolio, generating substantial profits (up to 35%) while ensuring regulatory compliance. • Transformed Properties into High-Value Assets by spearheading innovative… Show more Founder and Managing Director of Real Estate Portfolio Management with Savona Properties, specializing in rental property investments in the New Orleans Metro Area, licensed in Louisiana and Texas.• Delivered Significant ROI through Strategic Real Estate Investments and procuring a diverse, debt-free property portfolio, generating substantial profits (up to 35%) while ensuring regulatory compliance. • Transformed Properties into High-Value Assets by spearheading innovative property renovations and construction projects, optimizing property value through strategic design and efficient project management.• Optimized Property Operations for Maximum Efficiency using cutting-edge property management systems, resulting in increased occupancy rates, reduced operational costs, and enhanced tenant satisfaction.• Licensed Real Estate Agent with the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC). Show less

PMP Certified Senior Project Financial Analyst, with Security Clearance, providing surveillance of Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS), guidance, and financial execution of approved contract line items of Engineering and Production Program accounts for NAVSEA's (Naval Sea Systems Command) PEO Ships (Program Executive Office) PMS 500. • Provided oversight for the complex US Navy's DDG 1000 and 1001 Zumwalt-Class Destroyers with a total procurement cost of $6.6B. The Zumwalt Class were… Show more PMP Certified Senior Project Financial Analyst, with Security Clearance, providing surveillance of Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS), guidance, and financial execution of approved contract line items of Engineering and Production Program accounts for NAVSEA's (Naval Sea Systems Command) PEO Ships (Program Executive Office) PMS 500. • Provided oversight for the complex US Navy's DDG 1000 and 1001 Zumwalt-Class Destroyers with a total procurement cost of $6.6B. The Zumwalt Class were the first warships to utilize an integrated power system to produce enough power to run current systems, as well as the power required for future weapons, computing, and sensor systems.• Tracked obligations and expenditures ensuring activities and contractors met monthly and annual target rates and planned objectives. Distributed detailed EVMS performance metrics of efforts surrounding the Zone Design, Distributed, and Structural Drawing Extraction Analysis. • Drafted and maintained detailed and accurate Production Performance Metrics of the Aft PVLS (Peripheral Vertical Launch System), Steel and Composite segments of the Deckhouse, and Hangar in support of the PMS 500, Program Manager, SSGC Project Office (Supervisor of Ship Building Gulf Coast), and EV (Earned Value) Division of Contracts and Engineering Performance. Show less

Command Staff Inspector, SWAT Hostage & Crisis Negotiator, appointed by the Chief of Police as an Executive Change Agent, ensuring department’s capability in meeting and exceeding the standards established by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) and public safety in incidents involving imminent threats and the safe release of hostages. • Created the department's first Staff Inspections Division since inception and led covert and overt inspections on all… Show more Command Staff Inspector, SWAT Hostage & Crisis Negotiator, appointed by the Chief of Police as an Executive Change Agent, ensuring department’s capability in meeting and exceeding the standards established by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) and public safety in incidents involving imminent threats and the safe release of hostages. • Created the department's first Staff Inspections Division since inception and led covert and overt inspections on all departments, law enforcement staff and support personnel, and reported the findings directly to the Chief of Police. • Certified as Command Staff Inspector by the Institute of Police Technology and Management (IPTM) at the University of North Florida. Additional certifications included Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Hostage Negotiator with IPTM, Crisis Negotiator with the DePaul Tulane Behavioral Health Center, and Field Training Officer (FTO). • Represented the department as media spokesperson and liaison with the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) and Kenner Police Association (KPA). Provided expert commentary to WWL Talk Radio on strategies to safeguard the department's members.• Featured as the department's lead investigator on NBC Universal Network: Oxygen Media's - It Take a Killer: Bayou Strangler (Season 1, Episode 98) aired on April 16, 2018. The episode highlighted the actions of serial predator Ronald Dominique who terrorized Southeastern Louisiana. Mr. Dominique was captured and arrested. Show less

US Army Airborne Ranger graduate (Class 12-95) recognized as one of the world's most demanding military leadership courses and considered the toughest course in the US Army. • Trained in Elite Special Operations to conduct high-risk missions, including raids, ambushes, hostage rescue, and intelligence gathering.• Proven Extreme Physical and Mental Demands with ability to endure rigorous training and operate in hostile environments, requiring peak physical fitness and mental… Show more US Army Airborne Ranger graduate (Class 12-95) recognized as one of the world's most demanding military leadership courses and considered the toughest course in the US Army. • Trained in Elite Special Operations to conduct high-risk missions, including raids, ambushes, hostage rescue, and intelligence gathering.• Proven Extreme Physical and Mental Demands with ability to endure rigorous training and operate in hostile environments, requiring peak physical fitness and mental resilience. • Exceptional Leadership in leading and motivating teams in high-pressure situations, making critical decisions under extreme conditions.• Earned the rank of Sergeant, which is an E-5 rank, and Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) Code 11B2V. This code refers to an Infantryman with the Ranger Special Qualification Identifier (SQI) and designates successful completion of the US Army Airborne and Ranger School. Show less

US Navy Mobilization Specialist trained in the assembly of forces during national emergencies.• Assisted in the development of strategic plans for efficient force deployment across various operational scenarios by optimizing mobilization phases to reduce response time and improve operational efficiency.• Streamlined recall procedures to enhance readiness and accelerate force activation by implementing new protocols to significantly enhance overall mobilization… Show more US Navy Mobilization Specialist trained in the assembly of forces during national emergencies.• Assisted in the development of strategic plans for efficient force deployment across various operational scenarios by optimizing mobilization phases to reduce response time and improve operational efficiency.• Streamlined recall procedures to enhance readiness and accelerate force activation by implementing new protocols to significantly enhance overall mobilization efficiency.• Monitored and analyzed mobilization performance to identify areas for improvement and best practices.• Earned the rank of Yeoman Petty Officer 3rd Class, which is an E-4 rank. Yeomen (YN's) are administrative specialists who perform a variety of duties to support the administrative infrastructure of a Navy command. Show less