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Westlake, Ohio, Us

• Lead Equity Trust’s Information Security, IT Infrastructure, and Operations, ensuring the security and resilience of all technology assets.• Oversee and develop security strategies and best practices to enhance the company’s risk posture.• Manage critical security areas such as incident response, threat analysis, vulnerability management, and recovery processes.• Direct infrastructure, network, storage, and cloud system initiatives to secure high availability.• Report directly to executive leadership and the Board on security matters, driving visibility into risk management, threat mitigation, and operational resilience.

At HerodotusAI, we harness the power of artificial intelligence to explore the depths of the past. Our cutting-edge technology leverages machine learning and advanced language models to accurately transcribe and translate ancient documents, enabling a high level of historical accuracy and accessibility. This platform is expertly designed to serve historians, local historical societies, libraries, and museums, providing them with the tools to digitally transform and explore historical texts. HerodotusAI not only bridges the gap between the past and present but also opens up new possibilities for discovery and understanding in the field of historical research.

Cleveland, Oh, Us

Attained a 40% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), surpassing industry benchmarks.Directed the technical aspects of M&A during two major acquisitions, each valued at over a billion dollars, in collaboration with Carlyle Group and JAB.Grew the tech team from 8 to 53 employees within 4 years, implementing strategic hiring and leveraging contractors to scale operations efficiently.Rebuilt the claims process to use AI/ML which allows for 87% of all claims to be auto adjudicated. Built and led a high-performing data team, utilizing Databricks, Snowflake, and Power BI to deliver critical business insights and support strategic decision-making.Implemented AI-driven automation solutions across various departments, significantly improving operational efficiency and reducing manual workflows.Deployed an internal ChatGPT system to safeguard business data and ensure compliance with SOX, ISO:27001, and NIST standards.Transformed legacy systems to a modern Azure Cloud-based architecture, improving scalability and flexibility. Launched a high-volume external API for B2C partners, driving 64% of all B2C traffic.

Westlake, Ohio, Us

Spearheaded strategic technical innovation initiatives, positioning the organization at the forefront of industry advancements.Developed a cutting-edge software platform that facilitated digital transformation, enhancing operational efficiency and customer engagement.Established a robust data infrastructure by creating a Data Warehouse and Data Lake, complemented by a comprehensive data governance and control strategy, ensuring data integrity and accessibility.Oversaw the development and delivery of Banyan Technology solutions to customers, ensuring high-quality service and alignment with business needs.

Cleveland, Ohio, Us

Redefined the ProActivity platform by incorporating the latest HTML5 and CSS3 standards, which enhanced mobile functionality and delivered a modern, responsive user experience.Revolutionized the release management cycle, transitioning from annual to weekly releases, benefiting 97% of customers with faster and more frequent updates.Employed a versatile project management approach by integrating Agile, SCRUM, Kanban, and traditional Waterfall methodologies to streamline workflows and increase efficiency.Led five Agile sprint teams, achieving a track record of delivering progressively higher-quality releases through improved coordination and rigorous quality controls.Spearheaded the implementation of DevOps practices in our SaaS cloud environment, optimizing continuous integration and deployment processes.Ensured robust security across all systems and environments within Dakota facilities, maintaining high standards of data integrity and compliance.

Duluth, Ga, Us

Engineered a robust big data solution, utilizing Hadoop and Tableau, capable of processing over 11 billion records per month, significantly enhancing data handling capabilities.Directed a large team of engineers, programmers, and QA specialists, fostering a collaborative and high-performance engineering culture.Oversaw the full product lifecycle for multiple product lines and website deployments, ensuring seamless integration and consistent user experience across platforms.Led the development and ongoing support of Enterprise Data Warehouse Applications, enhancing business intelligence and data-driven decision-making processes.

Managed the day-to-day operations of the PMINEO chapter, ensuring smooth administrative functions and member engagement. Additionally, I established the PMINEO Educational Foundation Scholarship, an annual award dedicated to supporting students who are pursuing studies in project management. This initiative not only promotes academic excellence in the field but also encourages the next generation of project managers by providing essential financial support.

Manager, Business Take On/SupportDecember 2004 – July 2005Responsible for managing $25–50 million in new client business.Manage a team of 5 employees for planning, analysis, development, testing, and the execution of round-trip eDE projects.Sr. IP Business Project Manager/SupervisorMay 2003 – November 2004Coordinated activities between clients and diverse international business units.Managed between 10 –15 patent, trademark, and design projects yearly with an average client portfolio size of 5 million.Software Project Manager September 2000 - May 2003Acted as a project manager for over 30 projects with an average of project size of $250,000.Designed, managed, deployed and trained users on a web based inventions submission and innovator awards system for BellSouth.

Masters, Information Architecture

Leadership Deep Dive Program, Leadership

Bachelors, History & English

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