• Creates and oversees the implementation of enterprise-wide functional and operational strategies. Collaborates with cross-functional groups to determine objectives and advises on impact of functional and operational strategies. • Defines financial goals/objectives and ensures they are met.• Responsible for developing and executing the overall strategy of Technical Operations activities including product installation, service and network maintenance.• Defines the direction of technical operation and creates strategy focusing on strengths, competitive advantage, and differentiation.• Provides leadership and direction among cross-functional groups, management, and staff consisting of both exempt and non-exempt employees.• Executive responsible for providing the leadership, strategic and tactical direction for the WA region Technical Operations team.• Prepare technical operations budget and manage all expenditures and capital projects associated with the technical operations department to operate within budget guidelines.• Ensure systems and staffs are able to respond to the demands of new technology deployment and maintain an in-depth technical knowledge of new technology.

• Served as chief engineer for a major Miami radio station.• Managed network radio broadcast and news operations including maintenance of broadcast automation and studio equipment, RF equipment with strong computer/IT skills.• Managed high-power transmitters, analog and digital microwave STL systems, audio mixers, and digital audio routers.• Supervised the installation, maintenance, repair, and operation of equipment utilized in radio studios.• Initiated orders for repair and replacement items; recommends new equipment purchases.• Managed the unit budget; prepared periodic reports and budget estimates.• Service oriented position requiring excellent written and oral communication, personable interaction with fellow employees and organizational skills. Transmitter Engineer• Performed/verified diagnosis, testing, maintenance, and preventive maintenance of high-power transmitters and related electronic equipment used in the broadcasting of radio stations• Oversaw and participated in the work with other engineers/technical personnel engaged in the operation, repair, and maintenance of transmitting, electronic, and electrical equipment• Researched, planned, and implemented equipment and systems for transmitter/translator facilities

• Managed radio network, which consisted of 64, affiliate stations nationwide.• Assist in analyzing, troubleshooting and maintaining the communications network and computer based systems to ensure inter-operability.