Education
Chatsworth High School
, 1981-01-01 - 1984-01-01Work Experience
Achieve Data Solutions
Current
Achieve Data Solutions
Risk Portfolio
Current
Risk Portfolio
Arrogant Sage Music
Current
Arrogant Sage Music
2013-01-01 - 2023-12-01
TEKsystems
2022-06-01 - 2023-03-01
TEKsystems
Appletree Business Services
2018-10-01 - 2018-11-01
Appletree Business Services
The Planet Group
2018-04-01 - 2018-09-01
The Planet Group
Venicom, Inc.
2005-02-01 - 2006-12-01
Venicom, Inc.
Tri Pointe Homes
2004-02-01 - 2006-12-01
Tri Pointe Homes
Skills
Summary
| Executive Leadership | Technical Advisory | Business Management to IT Department Communication | Business Workflow Improvement & Automation I enjoy solving problems, applying proactive creativity to business challenges, and helping Information Technology teams meet and exceed the objectives of the organizations they serve. SOFTWARE & TECHNICAL TOOLS ◆ Google App Scripts, AppSheet, BigQuery (data warehouse) ◆ Microsoft PowerApps & PowerAutomate (Power Platform) ◆ SharePoint, Microsoft Access & SQL Server ◆ Python (as needed, growing and evolving skill set) ◆ Advanced Excel & Word VBA ◆ Javascript, CSS ◆ AirTable Design, Setup, and Automation ◆ Google Looker(Google Data Studio, Tableau ◆ Some Power BI ◆ Many other data sources and API's as needed PROVEN LEADERSHIP & COMMUNICATION I have presented to large technical groups, colleges, business organizations, management, and both technical and non-technical staff. I believe in a transparent leadership style in order to create a shared vision and open dialogue. My goal is to ensure team members and the customers have clear expectations and understand their roles and responsibility. I am the author of two books on careers in IT, published by Cisco Press and Pearson Certification, both with an emphasis on the value you bring to the organizations you serve. I have also had numerous articles published on technology, automation, consulting, and creativity. I bring excellent communication - both written and verbal - with a proven ability to bridge the communication gap that often exist between business and IT. I find great joy in mentoring and leading technology professionals to develop and grow a similar passion for being organizational heroes. focused on productivity for the people and companies they serve. ADDITIONAL SKILLS ◆ Meeting Facilitation ◆ Team Building and Motivation ADDITIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS ◆ In addition to my books and articles, I've given a number of keynote speeches and workshops: I’ve presented for large corporations, universities, and professional organizations. PASSION PROJECTS ◆ Songwriting, Performing, Recording ◆ Hiking & frisbee with my dogs ◆ Freshly ground and brewed coffee ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ - - - If you’ve reached this point of my summary, thank you! Time is our most valuable commodity and I truly appreciate yours. If my background and ideas seem interesting, let's talk. I look forward to speaking with you. ###