At ChatSpark, I lead the development of cutting-edge Conversational AI solutions that revolutionize customer engagement for businesses worldwide. Our platform enables organizations to deploy intelligent Conversational AI agents capable of managing inquiries, capturing leads, and delivering personalized, 24/7 customer support across multiple channels, including websites, social media, and messaging apps.https://chatspark.ioBy supporting over 85 languages and offering seamless integrations with platforms like WhatsApp, Slack, and Square Appointments, ChatSpark empowers businesses to scale globally while maintaining a personal touch. Our data-driven insights enhance customer interactions, boost efficiency, and reduce operational costs.Our mission is to transform customer service by bridging the gap between human-like communication and AI-powered efficiency, driving both customer satisfaction and business growth.

I began my entrepreneurial journey as a freelance graphic designer, evolving my expertise to include web design and development by 2005. In 2007, I became an early adopter of WordPress and launched a highly successful business delivering premium WordPress themes to over 30,000 customers from 2008 to 2020.Recognizing the growing potential in the real estate market, I pivoted Contempo Creative into a leading SaaS provider specializing in the WordPress real estate niche. Today, our platform powers industry-leading IDX websites, CRMs, and advanced technology tools that help agents and brokers enhance lead conversion and grow their businesses.https://contempothemes.comOver the years, I’ve had the privilege of collaborating with a wide range of respected companies and organizations, including Vistage, Bring a Trailer, Guitar.com, Keller Williams, Berkshire Hathaway, RE/MAX, Coldwell Banker, Compass, Douglas Elliman, Big Block Realty, Sotheby's International Realty, eXp Realty, and many more. These partnerships reflect the adaptability, innovation, and trust that Contempo Creative has built across industries.

I played a crucial role in the design and development of the newspaper's website. I was responsible for creating visually appealing, user-friendly, and responsive designs that met the needs of the newspaper's audience. My responsibilities included:- Front-end Development: I developed and maintained the website's front end using HTML, CSS, Django, and JavaScript, in combination with the Ellington CMS.- Interaction design: I was responsible for designing interactive elements of the website that improved user engagement.- User Experience: I designed the website with the user in mind and ensured a seamless user experience.- User Interface Design: I designed the website's user interface to be intuitive and easy to navigate.During my tenure at San Diego Union-Tribune, I was able to work closely with the development team to implement new features and maintain website back-end functionality, and collaborated with project managers to meet project deadlines, and ensure stakeholder satisfaction.

Played a key role in the design and development of web and print materials for the company. I was responsible for creating visually appealing, user-friendly, and responsive designs that met the needs of the company's clients. My responsibilities included:- Web Design & Development: I was responsible for designing and developing the company's website, ensuring it was visually appealing and easy to navigate.- Large Format Print Designs: I created and designed large format print materials such as banners, trade show displays, and POP displays.- Prepress: I was responsible for preparing print designs for production, including pre-flighting, proofreading, and ensuring that the files were properly formatted for the printer.