Jason Cooper
Corrales
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record of delivering impactful results through effective resource optimization and strategic decision-making. Committed to fostering collaboration within teams to achieve exceptional outcomes while demonstrating adaptability and reliability in fast-paced environments. Expertise in financial management, strategic growth initiatives, and enhancing customer relations drives success across diverse projects. High-energy professional and proactive problem solver with extensive experience in strategic planning and operational management to elevate organizational performance.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Farm Operator
Self-employeed
Tonganoxie, KS
05.2001 - 04.2023
- Managed hay production from planning to sales and delivery.
- Managed day to day operations.
Owner
Jason Cooper Handyman LLC.
Tonganoxie, KS
02.2021 - 04.2023
- Managed daily operations and customer service for diverse handyman projects.
- Developed and implemented efficient scheduling systems to optimize service delivery.
- Established strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Managed financial planning, budgeting, and cash flow analysis for sustainable growth.
Director of Corporate IT Operations and Services
Tepa LLC
Kansas City, Missouri
01.2017 - 03.2021
- Developed a 5 year Strategic Plan for Technology during the expansion from 150 employees to over 400 to support future dynamic growth.
- Implemented regionally diverse data centers and developed an office in a box concept for new regional offices.
- Developed and implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows across multiple departments.
Owner and Principal
J. Cooper Strategies
Tonganoxie, Kansas
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Mentored emerging leaders to foster professional development and improve operational efficiency.
- Led project teams in executing comprehensive strategies that drive growth and profitability.
Enterprise Applications Manager, Associate
Burns and McDonnell
Kansas City, Missouri
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Led implementation of enterprise application solutions to enhance operational efficiency across departments.
- Grew department from 6 developers to 18. Manage Off-shore and remote resources – 15.
- Created an onboarding process for the development team focused on efficiencies, scalability, and establish Off-shore standards.
- Changed the intake process from the business, in order to prioritize work across the Enterprise.
- Analyzed system performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and drive strategic initiatives.
Technology Solutions Manager, Incubation Center
HNTB Companies
Kansas City, Missouri
01.1999 - 01.2013
- Managed a dispersed team of 18 subject matter experts responsible for introducing innovative technologies in support of HNTB’s core engineering services.
- Streamlined project management processes to enhance efficiency and reduce turnaround time.
Computer Consultant
Bradford and Galt
Overland Park, Kansas
01.1999 - 01.1999
- Developed and supported applications in Access 97 and Visual Basic 6.0 in a Windows NT environment.
Programmer Consultant
DataCapture Technologies, Inc.
Kansas City, Kansas
01.1999 - 01.1999
- Consulted with clients on requirements for new systems and solutions for integrating legacy systems.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Computer Information Systems
Fort Hays State University
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Project Management
- Resource Management
- Small business operations
- Customer relations
- Relationship building
- Conflict resolution
- Verbal and written communication
Certification
- ITIL V3 Foundations
- Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer, Windows 2000 – MCP 2303230
- Citrix Certified Administrator, MetaFrame 1.8
Professional Development
- HNTB Leadership Development Program
- Franklin Covey Project Management Essentials
- Project 2007 Level 1 and Level 2
- Pink Elephant Service Catalog Training (ITIL)
- Pink Elephant CMDB Training (ITIL)
Timeline
Owner
Jason Cooper Handyman LLC.
02.2021 - 04.2023
Director of Corporate IT Operations and Services
Tepa LLC
01.2017 - 03.2021
Owner and Principal
J. Cooper Strategies
01.2016 - 01.2017
Enterprise Applications Manager, Associate
Burns and McDonnell
01.2013 - 01.2016
Owner/Farm Operator
Self-employeed
05.2001 - 04.2023
Technology Solutions Manager, Incubation Center
HNTB Companies
01.1999 - 01.2013
Computer Consultant
Bradford and Galt
01.1999 - 01.1999
Programmer Consultant
DataCapture Technologies, Inc.
01.1999 - 01.1999
Bachelor of Business Administration - Computer Information Systems
Fort Hays State University