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David
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Canadian/British Citizen, DOB
June 26, 1970 1st Goncharny
Pereulok, bld. 7, +7 985 928 77 83 www.mygoodhelper.com |
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“In acknowledgement of
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Objective
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Senior staff position within an
organization where I can use my extensive
international experience with systems/software development,
business development, project management, and systems engineering to create strategic opportunities (BD), My unique combination of skills is
transferrable to almost any domain (not purely IT) and is sure to deliver
results as I have a proven track record of designing, developing,
and deploying a wide array of
solutions for governments, NGOs, and businesses. I seek challenging opportunities that
combine my passion for innovative solutions & my ability to bridge the
gap between people, technology, & business where I can use my talents for
technology and leadership to build capacity, deliver results, & produce
value. |
Profile
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Over 18
years of international experience in high-tech,
public health, security, & defense industries ·
Creative Leadership and Visioning
ability combined with technical know-how (concept through to marketing) ·
Demonstrated successes at building capacity, developing programs/businesses, and delivering solutions (PM) · Multi-faceted Business Development Guru:
Internal Capacity Building, Marketing, Sales Engineering, Presentations,
Proposal Development, Client Relations ·
Worked with foreign governments, ministries, and NGOs throughout America,
Canada, Russia/FSU, and Central Asia ·
Extensive experience and expertise in all
areas of hi-tech systems/software development and deployment ·
Up-to-date knowledge and experience with Systems Engineering & Integration
(SE&I) within the DoD Acquisition Lifecycle framework · Always a visionary and leader in the high tech
field, was creating integrated, distributed databases and handheld data
collection systems 15 years ago · Accomplished and professional communicator whose
clear message is easily understood by a diverse audience |
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Experienced
Project Manager consistently executing contracts under budget, ahead of schedule, with extra benefits to valued customers (300+ satisfied customers, budgets
up to $5 Million) ·
Demonstrated ability to quickly understand
& adapt to new cultures & languages
(5 years in Russia), managed multi-disciplinary,
multi-cultural team sizes up to 30 · Had an
early start on the path to innovation
and success inventing true 3D video multiplexing at the age of 16. · Was
recognized in 1986 as one of the top
14 young scientists across Canada and was awarded the Canadian Award of
Excellence · Winner of
Dean’s Entrance scholarship for top
engineering student entering the · Received B.C. Provincial Scholarship 1988 (#1 ranking BC
Physics, 13th in Canada on Waterloo Math exams) · Gold, Silver, Gold medals Canada-Wide Science Fair (top engineering project in Canada) 1984-86 · Committed
to helping others in our local communities · Professional
& Personal life dedicated to “Love & Service” |
Education
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Fundamentals of DoD Systems Acquisition
Management & Systems Engineering, Defense Acquisition University, 2009 ·
Peace, Conflict, & Development, United
Nations University for Peace in Costa Rica, 2008 ·
Russian as a Foreign Language, Linden &
Denz, 2007 |
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Leadership ·
University of Victoria: Deans’ Entrance Scholarship for top student,
Electrical Engineering (3 years), 1991 ·
St.
Michaels University School: Provincial Scholarship, 1988 |
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Technical Lead for BioTeam who’s BTRIC proposal
resulted in URS/WGI being awarded a DTRA (DoD) base contract (5-10 year
ID/IQ) as 1 of 5 contractors (est. value: 300-500M). ·
Developed 3 strategic
whitepapers for US Government: Biodetector, BioRisk Training Program,
TADR Russia ·
Reviewed 300+ corporate procedures (WGI PEPs, CTRIC Ops, and EG&G
Procs) resulting in 132 harmonized, systems engineering-compliant PxPs for
use on future projects ·
Developed a Project Execution
Procedures Handbook and interactive CD-ROM for use on future projects ·
Commercial BD activities in Russia resulted
in the Russian Power Industry changing their procurement contract type from
Firm Fixed Price (FFP) to Target Price (see refs) ·
While with Black &
Veatch I led the design, development, and implementation of DTRA’s
bio-Surveillance Systems (EIDSS & PACS) throughout Georgia, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan,
and Russia ·
Grew a team of 3 students
into a fully functioning business unit with 35 members in under 3 years, winning a DTRA Sole Source
Contract worth over 40 Million dollars ·
Member of the Governmental Affairs
Committee of the Greater Victoria Chamber
of Commerce: created Private-Public-Partnerships
(P3) Virtual Resource Center website. |
· Established
and operated BEYOND Computer Services
for 12 years, serving over 250 clients throughout Western Canada and the United States. http://www.mygoodhelper.com · Was
requested by the US OSD policymakers to create
and deliver high-impact
presentations to: National Academies of Science (NAS), Nuclear Threat
Initiative (NTI), Sandia Labs, and DTRA, furthering US governments’
initiatives. Other audiences included:
US DoS, Global Partnerships Program (Canada), National Health Agencies from
Canada/UK/USA, UK MOD, ISTC, WHO, USDA, HHS, CDC, leading scientists/health
officials from Central Asia, Russia, Canada, England, & America. · Demonstrated a personal commitment to Social Responsibility by:
volunteering at hospitals/orphanages in Russia and Georgia; sponsoring
several students through University; envisioning, funding, and embarking on a
mission to help an orphanage in Burundi,
Africa; creating and funding a Micro-Agriculture project “we help ourselves”. http://www.mygoodhelper.com/burundi/burundi.html · Initiated
the annual Victoria-Seattle Roundtable “developing
future cross-border partnership opportunities” · Served as
Executive Director of St. Michaels
University School Alumni Association |
Key Skills & Abilities
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Leadership & Strategic
Visioning Building Capacity and Creating Growth |
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Business Development
Creating Dynamic Business Opportunities
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· Core Values: Integrity, Quality, Productivity, Reliability, Commitment
- Bold, Decisive, Flexible, Supportive, & Faithful · Utilize a Servant
Leadership Model: creating and developing encouraging, supportive,
respectful, equality-based, participatory, joyful, motivating environments
for teams · Actively engage in team
competency building: resource mentoring & technical capability building · Deliver High-Impact
Presentations which engage, enthuse, and motivate audiences in multiple
languages simultaneously; communicating complex concepts in accessible terms · Possess an intuitive grasp of personal & cultural nuances vital to
building long-term, trust-based relationships with senior decision makers within
foreign government ministries & NGOs · Effective leader of Collaborative Strategic/Business Planning Sessions
aligning the corporate/program mission, vision, values & goals · Management Consulting: assessing current business processes/needs
& developing long-term, scalable solutions - bridging the gap between
people, business, & technology · Adept at
performing complex Risk Assessments throughout the lifecycle of Businesses,
Programs, & Projects - proactively implementing long-term solutions which
produce growth |
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Expert at collaboratively developing Bus.
& Marketing Plans ·
Focused on Client Relationship Management:
always intently listening to hear customers needs while remaining open to
hear constructive criticism - engaging and encouraging customers to actively
participate in the solution creating and decision making process ·
Adept at Business Forecasting &
performing detailed Market Assessments to help position products and services
within global expanding markets ·
Proficient at conducting dedicated research
& learning what global standards, industry trends, emerging technologies,
and best practices can be leveraged to help reduce risk & cost, build
capacity, and improve the efficiency & quality of company/program
products and services ·
Experienced Proposal Writer for complex
projects: created set of tools
enabling business to quickly, accurately, and cost-effectively bid on new
potential contracts ·
Skilled at preparing accurate and
Standardized Rough Order of Magnitudes (ROMs): WBS (Hours/Costs), WEPs ·
Good at writing concise, low-risk,
standardized Statements of Work (SOW) which are used as the basis of contract
negotiations and implementation plans |
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Systems/Software Development: Developing Innovative Capabilities |
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· Extensive experience in all phases of System/Software Development
Lifecycle for international, multi-disciplinary, cross-agency,
projects as a Senior Systems/Software Developer/Architect · Globalized/Localized
Product Design & Development · Software Development
Technical Solutions & Best Practices:
Rational Unified Process (RUP), Microsoft Solutions Framework (MSF),
MIL / IEEE System Dev. Standards · Customer/End-User Needs
& Business Process Analysis · Product Features
Requirements Definition: driving shared project vision/scope between
stakeholders, end-users, and software development team · System/Software Design & Database Modeling · Prototyping, Reqs/Design Refinement, & Software Demos · Software Development: MS Visual Studio .NET platform,
distributed/replicated database systems, mobile technologies, web development,
barcode/RFID, GIS, Crystal Reports · Product/System Testing and
QC/QA (Seapine TestTrack Pro) · Product/System Documentation: Stakeholder Requests,
Vision Docs, System/Software Req. Specs., System/Software Design Descr.,
System/Software Test Plans, Acceptance Test Plans, User Documentation, SOPs,
Deployment Guides |
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· Software
Deployment/Installation: Creation of Installation packages & Manuals
(InstallShield) · Product/System Training (including creation of complete training modules &
related materials) · Product/System Change Management · Product Support Management:
Service Level Agreements, Hardware/Software/End-User Technical
Support, Helpline, Problem Resolution & Tracking · Local/Wide Area Networks: Design, Procurement, Installation, Support
(Microsoft platform) · Barcode/RFID Systems: Custom design, programming, installation,
training, and support of data entry and tracking systems. Installation base includes: International Government Programs,
Municipalities, Passenger Rail, Doctors, Lawyers, Accountants, and Hospitals · Geographic Information System (GIS): international experience with
world mapping solutions integrated into business applications (ESRI arcGIS,
mapObjects) · Internet/Website Design, Development & Promotion: http://www.automoney.ca/ | http://www.stepforward.com/ · Graphic Design: High-end
corporate and business graphics and presentations. Brochures, presentations, CD-ROMs |
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Program/Project Management Implementing Effective Solutions |
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Administration & Office Management Ensuring Successful Operations |
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Excellent ability to manage multi-country,
multi-language programs comprised of remote teams collaboratively developing,
implementing, and supporting technical solutions for foreign governments,
ministries, & NGOs ·
Highly skilled at development, monitoring
& control of Standardized Implementation & Work Execution Plans for
rapidly & cost-effectively deploying technical capabilities ·
Liaison with stakeholders, system
development, technical services and operational areas at a senior level
during the course of the implementation cycle ·
Possess strong analytical skills which enable anticipation of potential risks &
problem areas in advance in order to create proactive, long-term solutions
that work. ·
Experienced with sub-contract negotiations and management of
sub-contractors ·
Procurement & Logistics:
Computer Hardware & software specifications, vendor relationships,
shipping/receiving, inventory control/management · Skilled at creating site-specific Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for ensuring successful adoption of new technology & Operations & Support Plans |
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· As a former business owner understand what it means to run an office
as a small business. · Have been a Director or Managing Partner in several mid-size companies
during my career. · Proficient with Corporate Financial Records/Accounting: budgets, profit/loss, cash flow,
revenue/expenses, client billing/invoicing, receivables, etc. · Understanding of International Taxation Issues and their impact on
earned value, including knowledge of international taxation issues · Office Leases & Office equipment purchases · Sub-Contract negotiations and execution · Computer Equipment Procurements, Network Installations, Diagnostics
and Repairs · Hardware/Software/End User Technical Support · Human Resources Management:
hiring/personnel selection, professional development/mentoring,
supervising, and reviewing · Logistics Management for project teams |
Employment
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URS
Corporation (Washington Defense Group) Moscow,
Russia (2007 – Present) Senior Information Technologies (IT) Systems
Integration Expert, Biological Threat Reduction Program (BTRP) of the US DoD |
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Job Responsibilities |
Results |
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1. Business Development (Bio): ·
Develop strategic whitepapers for potential
new bio-projects ·
Maintain relationships with international
donors for bio-projects ·
Conduct Armenia Assessment trips (gathering
information for upcoming BTRIC RFP) ·
Develop and deliver Project Execution
Procedures and Systems Engineering Presentation to DTRA ·
Contribute to proposal writing for
potential new projects, especially for the Biological Threat Reduction
Integrating Contractor (BTRIC) proposal, by sharing strategic insights and
lessons learned from his 3+ years experience implementing Biological Threat
Reduction Program (BTRP) in Russia and other Former Soviet Union (FSU)
countries |
· Developed
3 strategic whitepapers: Biodetector, BioRisk Training Program, TADR Russia · Met
with Canada GPP in Ottawa (they are requesting DTRA to release EIDSS &
PACS so they can hire WGI). · Met
repeatedly with ISTC raising our profile for upcoming TADR Russia project(s) · Met
with lead Russian institute ARRIAH, Vladimir (they offered a very positive
referral to DTRA, Canada GPP, & ISTC on their previous experience with
the WGI BioTeam) · Conducted
2 in-country trips to Armenia, visiting over 15 laboratories, meeting with
over 15 high-level stakeholders, and delivering hi-impact presentations (via
email) to DTRA · Developed
and delivered Project Execution Procedures and Systems Engineering
Presentation to DTRA · Contributed
to Mongolian MCC proposal (found key resources, created events matrix, site
location assessment, website development approach, etc.) |
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2. Operations (for US DoD CTR Projects): Serve
as Threat Agent Detection and Response
(TADR) Technical Manager for the BTRIC Task Order in Armenia.
Responsibilities will include (follows project life-cycle): ·
In-country TADR Systems Engineering &
Integration (SE&I) Lead - liaising with in-country stakeholders, DTRA, CONUS ·
In-country TADR C&IT Lead - liaising
with B&V, in-country stakeholders, and DTRA ·
In-country TADR Training Lead (overall
systemic approach to integrated training) liaising with in-country stakeholders,
DTRA, and CONUS staff ·
In-country TADR Test and Evaluation Lead –
liaising with in-country stakeholders, DTRA, and CONUS staff |
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Technical Lead for BioTeam who’s BTRIC proposal resulted in URS/WGI
being awarded a DTRA (DoD) base contract (5-10 year ID/IQ) as one of
5contractors (est. value: 300-500M). No Task Orders were awarded to WGI in 2008 · Reviewed
300+ corporate procedures (WGI PEPs, CTRIC Ops, and EG&G Procs) resulting
in 132 harmonized, systems engineering-compliant PxPs for use on future Projects ·
Created an
interactive CD-ROM with all 132 PxPs indexed by Project Phase & related contract
requirements (CDRLs) ·
Developed a
Project Execution Procedure Handbook for use on future BTRIC Task Orders
(includes RASCI chart) |
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3. Business Development activities for
Russian/FSU Region: Marketing · Conducted
Market Research, assessing target markets and opportunities · Creating
and implementing Marketing Plans · Adapting
Corporate Marketing Material to the Russia/FSU ·
Supporting Trade Fairs and Public
Exhibitions (speaker) Sales · Formal
proposal writing and business model design · Customer
Relations – establishing and maintaining relations with decision makers,
understanding potential clients’ issues, concerns, needs and priorities · Internal
Customer Relations – liaising with URS BUs Operations ·
Directed the Washington International (WII)
office C&IT design, specification, procurement, & installation |
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Directed the
Washington International Inc (WII) office C&IT design, specification,
procurement, & installation ·
Developed WII
Business Development Office Model & Staffing Plan ·
Developed WII
Service Offering (for internal BUs) ·
Developed and
Delivered Target-Price Presentation at EPCM conference in Moscow (resulted in
RAO-UES issued a formal letter authorizing all OGKs and TGKs to utilize
target-price contract model referencing WGI specifically!) – see refs ·
Conducted 30+
face-to-face meetings with potential new clients in Moscow ·
Developed and
implemented Sochi campaign. Identified potential teaming partners which
resulted in signed Teaming agreement with Honeywell. Met face-to-face with 20+ potential
clients/partners for Sochi. |
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Black
& Veatch Special Projects Moscow,
Russia (2004 – 2007) Software Product Manager, Biological Threat
Reduction Program (BTRP) of the US Department of Defense |
Built Capacity &
Created Growth (Strategic
Visioning & Leadership):
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Led the formation & development of a
product-based business unit within Black & Veatch (won contracts over $40 Million) ·
Managed the life of BV Software Products
(concept->market) ·
Consolidated BV’s position as a global
leader in: Disease Surveillance,
Laboratory Management, biosecurity & Geographic Information Systems ·
Built long-term, trust-based relationships
with senior decision makers within foreign govt. ministries & NGOs ·
Traveled throughout Central Asia &
Russia conducting consultations to create a common ground, built consensus,
and a shared vision - delivering high-impact presentations |
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Management Consulting: assessed current business processes/needs
of the diverse stakeholders within the Biological Threat Reduction Program
(BTRP), Threat Agent Detection and Response network (TADR) and developed a
long-term, scalable solution (EIDSS & PACS) which meets business, user, &
tech reqs. ·
Performed complex risk assessments
throughout the lifecycle of the BTRP TADR Program, and BioSafety & Security
Projects in ·
Planned & facilitated technical
meetings & confs. ·
Practiced team competency building |
Black & Veatch Special Projects (cont.)
Created
Dynamic Business Opportunities (Business Development):
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Conducted research into the sectors
mentioned above, compiled team briefings - ensuring BV products are well
positioned within each of these strategic markets with best-of-breed features
consolidating BV’s position as a global leader ·
Researched International/National Rules
& Regulations to ensure BV products will comply. ·
Researched International IT Standards
(Protocols, Data Models, ·
Researched IT trends with technology
development and provided guidance on new technologies – ensuring BV products are based on leading
class technologies. |
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Created Multi-language Marketing Materials
for EIDSS & PACS (presentations, demos, flyers, CD-ROMs). ·
Created & developed relationships with
foreign governments, ministries, and NGOs – identifying projs, opps, new
funding partners, key decision makers, & contracting vehicles ·
Remotely supported management teams with
preparation of multi-lingual presentations and supporting materials
(Evolution of Disease Surveillance in ·
Prepared Project Proposals for potential
new business, most notably the prototype TADR system in |
Developed Innovative Capabilities (System/Software Development):
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Conceptualized and realized a shared vision
for Black & Veatch’s Global Software Product Portfolio: the Electronic
Integration Disease Surveillance System (EIDSS) and the Pathogen Asset
Control System (PACS) in alignment with the business development strategy by
providing leadership, technical guidance, mentoring and hands-on assistance
throughout the entire Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) ·
Conducted Joint Requirement Discussions
(JRDs) with end-users, Institute Management and project stakeholders to
accurately define system requirements and proper configuration parameters for
successfully implementing and sustaining EIDSS and PACS |
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Captured user/stakeholders feedback from
EIDSS & PACS which fed into the Change Management process. ·
Implemented QC/QA processes. ·
Tested all releases of EIDSS & PACS and
provided feedback to project team.
Focused on developing quality products that deliver the capabilities
DTRA requires and are usable by the end-users in the various institutes. ·
Worked daily with new personnel to develop
their core competencies and capabilities ·
Created Multi-language Documentation
(Deployment guides, User Manuals, SOPs, Training Material, SRS, SDD, etc.) |
Implemented Effective Solutions
(Program/Project Management):
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Successfully executed multiple
international contracts, applying innovative cost-reduction approaches. ·
Developed standardized proposal templates, SOWs,
WEPs, and a ROM generating tool enabling Black & Veatch to quickly,
accurately, and effectively bid on new potential contracts. ·
Acted as Project Manager for the
implementation of the PACS in |
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Developed standardized Procurement packages
for PACS. Managed all procurements and
logistics for PACS implementation in ·
Developed and Tested Installation Packages
and documentation for PACS and EIDSS ·
Developed PACS Training Plan, Lessons
Outline, and all related documents (Russian/English) ·
Developed PACS Deployment Guide, PACS
Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) document, PACS Backup and Disaster
Recovery SOPs, PACS Operations & Support SOPs ·
Worked daily with project team members,
providing experienced guidance wherever and whenever possible – ensuring high
degree of quality and control over all components of the project
execution. Success is evidenced by the
results being delivered in the PACS implementation in |
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BEYOND Computer Services Managing Partner/Principal Consultant Owned/Operated this computer consulting company
with over 250 satisfied clients throughout Western Canada and the United
States during 12 years of operation helping clients to better manage the
information and knowledge vital to their business: ·
Management
Consulting: assessing current business
processes/needs and developing long-term, scalable solutions which bridge the
gap between people, business, and technology ·
IT
Project Management: Leading large
scale development & implementations of IT systems ·
Systems/Software
Development: creating tools uniquely
matched to meet the clients’ needs ·
Computer
Networks Design, Procurement, Installation, and Support ·
24 x
7 personal onsite technical support to local businesses and home users ·
Website
Design and Promotion The
following business opportunities are some of the many under my direction
which were created, capabilities developed, and solutions implemented under
budget, ahead of time, and with extra benefits to the customer: ·
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Victoria Health
Project:
Unified Treatment Tracking System for
Healthcare Service Providers ·
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Health
Care System Delivery Agents (physicians,
hospitals, etc.): ·
City
of Richmond Health Department: Immunization Management System ·
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Mulessa
Management Company: Interactive
Customer Service Delivery System for the Internet ·
Internet/Website Design, Development & Promotion
: http://www.automoney.ca/ | http://www.stepforward.com/ http://www.collaborativefamilylawgroup.com/
| http://www.mygoodhelper.com/ | http://www.ecotoursvictoria.com/ |
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ORCATEC Victoria, BC, Canada
(1999-2000) Senior
Developer/Team Lead Systems analysis and development (including Team
Lead), primarily as a Visual Basic/Visual FoxPro programmer. Demonstrated the ability to handle multiple
projects and meet tight deadlines by putting in many extra hours in order to
achieve goals and meet tight deadlines.
Successfully Led System/Software Development for the following
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U.S. Army Corp: Recession
Rate Analysis System
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Yukon Housing Corporation: Housing Operations Management System
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PhatPhunk
Records,
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Lawyers: EXACT
for Lawyers System.
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Arthritis Society
of
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Arthritis Society
of
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Fundacion Promotora de Vivienda
(FUPROVI) San Jose, Costa Rica (1997) Participated in a 6 month volunteer project where I visited
several project sites, performed assessments of the computer information
systems being used and briefed management on my findings. I fell in love with Costa Rica and returned
to study at the United Nations University for Peace in 2008. |
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Pacific Data Solutions PDS is a hardware vendor of barcode equipment, providing custom
barcode solutions to their clients. I
was sent in to understand the technical aspects of the clients’ business and
to come up with a prototype product that could be demonstrated to them. After complete process analysis and system
requirements analysis we would program a complete system that included the
hardware configuration, software programming, and onsite customer training
and support. Under my direction the following
business opportunities were created, capabilities developed, and solutions
implemented under budget, ahead of schedule, and with extra benefits to the
customer: |
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City of Richmond Engineering Department, Traffic
Signal Control System
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City of Vancouver Engineering Department, Traffic
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MacDonald Lewis Law Firm, Custom built Lawyer
Billing System
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Certified
Management Accountants of BC IT Manager In
addition to managing the daily operational IT needs of the office I led the
system development of a |
Organizations and Community Service
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· Canadian
Naval Reserves (honorable discharge 1989) · Executive
Director of St. Michaels University School Alumni Association · American
Chamber of Commerce IT Committee in · Governmental
Affairs Committee of the Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce · Microsoft Certified Product Specialist Network & MSDN ·
Phi Delta Theta fraternity · Alumni of
Leadership ·
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Burundi, Africa: Envisioned, funded, and
embarked on a mission to help an orphanage; Volunteered for 1 week at a · Victoria, BC, Canada: Co-Founder of
“Setting the Stage” – A Theatre- |
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