KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• A demonstrated record of achievements in a fast paced production atmosphere
• Extensive experience in graphics production and post-production for print and web mediums
• 15 Years + experience in IT support and management, including experience in LAN/WAN administration on Novell NetWare/Windows NT/Windows 2000 environments
• Extensive experience in multi-platform environments including Windows 9.x, Windows NT and 2000, DOS, Linux and MacOS desktop systems
• Experience in Digital and Traditional Film Photography
• Demonstrable skills in photographic postproduction, photo retouch and restoration using Adobe Photoshop
• Technical support experience on most major graphics software and all major office productivity suites (including Microsoft Office) as well as standardized accounting software
• Experience in both Profit and Non-Profit Accounting Systems and practices

ACHIEVEMENTS

• Planned, Implemented and Managed a comprehensive 5 year plan to produce a 2 site, 1500 + node WAN for a prestigious private school
• Planned, Implemented and Managed a 1000 + user GroupWise Email system consisting of 6 servers across WAN with offsite POP and Web Based Internet access. Sited by Novell as an early implementation site for education and featured in their web site as a "Cool Solutions" highlighted customer
• Created and maintained a number of 100-200 + page websites, including all content and graphics as well some scripting using Java and Perl
• Assisted in the production of promotional print medium for a prestigious private school including advertising, alumni magazines, newspaper and electronic mediums
• Design and execution of logotypes for business, educational and non-profit organizations
• Cited by Microsoft, Novell and WebSense Corporation in various trade magazines, and interviewed on film for a national advertising campaign
• Developed a number of Web Based and Client/Server based cross platform multi-user database management systems using FileMaker Pro

EXPERIENCE

West of East Incorporated, Easton, PA
President/CEO, 2001-Present

Full service consulting practice providing Graphic Design, Web Design, Digital Photography and Data Solutions consulting. Clientele include large multi-national corporations, Public and Private Educational facilities as well as Small to Medium businesses. Current projects include the development and marketing of a Medical Practice Management program and a suite of Small Business applications based on a common appointment setting engine. Developed E-commerce site for local organic foods distributor, as well as creating logos and identity design. Redesigned an EMS training management application for a EMS training services company. Also provide temporary staffing solutions and Level 1 Engineer services for TransNet, Incorporated, a value-added reseller in Central New Jersey.

The Pingry School, Martinsville, NJ
Site Administrator/Webmaster, 2000-2001

Administered and maintained 800 + node WAN, provided support to 900+ users on all applications including office productivity suites, accounting and department specific software. Supervised tech support staff of 3, including consultants. Responsible for maintaining multiple websites including graphics and scripting to spec. Assisted PR department with graphics and photographic expertise also provided consulting and support to Fine Arts department with all technology applications. Managed all IT projects and reported to Director.

The Pingry School, Martinsville, NJ
Director of Technology/Webmaster, 1996-2000

Reported directly to the Associate Headmaster

• Technical Management - Created and managed the technical staff of the Network Operations Center at the Martinsville and Short Hills campuses. Supervised the administration, maintenance, operation and scheduling of all network resources and labs to ensure the maximum use and full potential. Responsible for all technical aspects of computing for both campuses for all Administrative and Academic departments. Provided 24/7 responses to all network and site failures, and provide support for its user community. Provide direct technical expertise where necessary.
• Administrative Management - Supervised tech support staff of 4, including consultants. Managed the daily operations in the Technology office and its paper flow. Assisted in the creation of the Capital Technology budget and its management. Decision maker on all technology purchases for the school. Assisted and advised on policy decisions where appropriate. Managed and maintained all records and inventory.
• Consultative - Acted in an advisory capacity and provided an authoritative source for the use of technology whenever necessary. Acted as a liaison between academic/administrative staff/heads and consulting professionals. Proposed and implemented innovative uses of emerging technologies. Suggested technology solutions to provide for efficiency, innovation and maximum ROI of technology investments. Offered technology support for academic professionals seeking use technology tools to enhance the curriculum. Provided professional development and training on a formal and informal basis to all departments.
• Promotional - Promoted the technology programs both internally as a motivator and innovator, and amongst the schools community at large. Made the Office of Technology available and accessible to the Alumni, Parents and Student body and act as a representative in public functions. Gained support and recognition for technology initiatives on a national and local level through strategic partnerships with global vendors (Novell, Microsoft, WebSense) as well as local and national media (newspapers, television). Brought the schools vision and culture to a worldwide community as Webmaster of the school's web presence. Promoted the schools ideals through community service participation by taking a leadership role as Team Captain in the FIRST Robotics Competition.

Boise Technologies Group, North Plainfield, NJ
Senior Network Engineer, 1993-1996

Acted as a Design and Implementation Engineer on projects, provided on site client support, assisted sales staff with technical proposals and site evaluations. Helped create promotional materials and designed the company's original logo. Clients included The Courier-News, many New Jersey public and private schools and Nursing Care facilities.

Dependable Transportation, Detroit, MI
Operations Manager, 1991-1993

AFFILIATIONS

• Novell Silver Partner
• Microsoft Registered Partner
• Veritas Registered Partner
• Intuit ProConnection Partner
• Member Greater Lehigh Valley Area Chamber of Commerce
• National Association of Photoshop Professionals
• Lifetime Member International Freelance Photographers Organization
• International Webmasters Association
• HTML Writers Guild

Personal/Professional references provided upon request