Marcus Workman
Austin,Texas
Summary
Aspiring computer scientist with a passion for large language models and structuring artificial intelligence. Significant experience in the development and maintenance of LLM repositories and data sets. Adaptable and energetic leader with a proven track record of leading teams, groups, and strategy.
Solid record of accomplishment in start-up companies sourcing funding, organizing structures and recruiting top talent. Visionary leader with proven business acumen and strategic decision-making abilities.
Responsible and motivated student ready to apply education in the workplace. Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications, ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
AI Training for Mathematics
Outlier
Austin, TX
06.2024 - Current
- Developing and programming prompt-related solutions. Assessing AI responses and evaluating colleagues' prompts. Enhancing NLP accuracy to ensure high-quality conversational agent performance.
- Applying knowledge in physics, math, and computer science to train AI models, supporting the development of AI capabilities in scientific research and applications across multiple subfields.
- Refining AI models by creating and answering domain-specific questions in areas such as calculus, linear algebra, probability and statistics, quantum mechanics, and thermodynamics, ensuring high-quality training data.
- Evaluating and ranking AI-generated responses. Assessing the factuality and coherence of AI-produced text to identify and correct errors or inconsistencies in topics like differential equations, logic, and geometry.
- Utilizing Python for data manipulation and analysis, enhancing model training processes, and contributing to the development of data-driven solutions.
CoFounder and Chief Executive Officer
PRJCT LAZRUS LLC
03.2020 - Current
- Prjct Lazrus LLC is a company focused on advocating financial awareness and literacy within the black and minority community
- Our primary objective is to create user-friendly social finance-based media platforms tailored for minorities throughout the United States
- Additionally, we conduct pioneering research at the intersection of fintech and blockchain technology, exploring the integration of bitcoin within our media platforms, and establishing a sustainable ecosystem to ensure long-term user base growth and benefits.
- Developed and implemented business plan to secure venture capital funding.
- Created and maintained corporate website, marketing materials, and social media accounts.
- Analyzed customer feedback to improve product offering and services.
- Established relationships with key customers, vendors, and partners.
- Recruited, trained, managed, and evaluated staff.
- Oversaw accounting functions including budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for goods and services.
- Conducted market research to assess potential opportunities for new products or services.
- Identified areas of improvement in processes related to operations and sales activities.
- Developed strategies to increase brand awareness through public relations initiatives.
- Managed overall workflow of projects from conception to completion.
- Collaborated with other departments on cross-functional initiatives.
- Researched competitors' products and services in order to identify gaps in the market.
- Monitored industry trends to stay abreast of current developments.
- Performed regular quality assurance checks on products prior to release.
Solar Roof Technician II
Tesla
California, United States
09.2021 - 12.2021
- In addition to Solar Roofer 1 responsibilities
- Detailed Electrical wiring and conduit run of solar array system (AC and DC) on the rooftop in the home
- Conducting Inspections with county permitting officials on Tesla AC/DC connections in the Main panel, Subpanel, and additional electrical connections to breaker boxes post installation.
- Maintained records regarding inspections performed on various roofs throughout an assigned area.
- Provided customers with information about maintenance plans designed to extend the life expectancy of their roofs.
- Assisted in training entry-level workers in basic installation techniques related to residential roofs.
- Resolved both technical and contractual issues.
- Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
- Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
Solar Roof Technician I
Tesla
California, United States
10.2020 - 09.2021
- Works on Construction site with a team of residential roofers on re-roofs, installation, and maintenance of Tesla Solar Glass: Survey, Underlayment & Existing Metal Dry-In, Installation & Maintenance of residential Solar PV Glass & Powerwall jobs, on-site fabrication of roofing metals chimney and vent pipe flashings
- Layout and assembly of solar modules/array, mounting inverters, conduit, relocation of load centers, and installation and commission of residential battery packs (Powerwall & Powerwall+) and other electrical equipment fundamental to job completion.
- Eliminated project lags by organizing work-in-progress and delegating tasks.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
- Demonstrated best safety practices working at heights and lifting various objects.
Founder
AUC Beginners Trading & Investing Group (Group Me)
10.2017 - 01.2020
- Established the Atlanta University Center Consortium (Morehouse, Spelman, Clark Atlanta) student group forum, serving as the founder, aimed at students interested in acquiring knowledge about investing in companies listed on the New York Stock Exchange and NASDAQ
- Organized and conducted tutorials and seminars focused on creating and managing investment accounts, specifically using platforms like E
- TRADE and Robinhood
- Additionally, delivered sessions highlighting emerging markets such as cryptocurrency
- Addressed inquiries related to stock selection and portfolio development to assist participants in building robust investment portfolios.
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive business plan to launch the company.
- Oversaw all aspects of operations including product development, marketing, sales, customer service and finance.
- Recruited, hired and trained staff members to ensure that operational goals were met.
- Identified potential partnerships to expand the reach of the business.
- Built relationships with key stakeholders in industry associations to promote brand visibility.
- Developed strategic initiatives to increase market share and revenue growth.
Education
Computer Science -
Huston Tillotson University
Austin, TX05.2025
Freshman-Sophomore -
Morehouse College
Atlanta, Georgia05.2019
Skills
- Application Development (React Native)
- Python
- JavaScript
- TypeScript
- DOM manipulation (CSS)
- Bitcoin Research
- Bitcoin Lightning Network Integration
- AWS GCP Structures and Environments
- Strategic Partnerships
- Customer Relations
- Operations Management
- Innovation Skills
- Strategic Visioning
- Succession Planning
- Staff Management
- Organizational Development
- Media Relations
- Systems Organization
- Strategic Planning
- Process Improvement
Entrepreneurship And Innovation
- Founder, 10/2017, Present, AUC Beginners Trading & Investing Group (Group Me), Established the Atlanta University Center Consortium (Morehouse, Spelman, Clark Atlanta) student group forum, serving as the founder, aimed at students interested in acquiring knowledge about investing in companies listed on the New York Stock Exchange and NASDAQ. Organized and conducted tutorials and seminars focused on creating and managing investment accounts, specifically using platforms like E
- TRADE and Robinhood. Additionally, delivered sessions highlighting emerging markets such as cryptocurrency. Addressed inquiries related to stock selection and portfolio development to assist participants in building robust investment portfolios.
- CoFounder and Chief Executive Officer, 03/2020, Present, PRJCT LAZRUS LLC, Prjct Lazrus LLC is a company focused on advocating financial awareness and literacy within the black and minority community. Our primary objective is to create user-friendly social finance-based media platforms tailored for minorities throughout the United States. Additionally, we conduct pioneering research at the intersection of fintech and blockchain technology, exploring the integration of bitcoin within our media platforms, and establishing a sustainable ecosystem to ensure long-term user base growth and benefits.
Timeline
AI Training for Mathematics
Outlier
06.2024 - Current
Solar Roof Technician II
Tesla
09.2021 - 12.2021
Solar Roof Technician I
Tesla
10.2020 - 09.2021
CoFounder and Chief Executive Officer
PRJCT LAZRUS LLC
03.2020 - Current
Founder
AUC Beginners Trading & Investing Group (Group Me)
10.2017 - 01.2020
Computer Science -
Huston Tillotson University
Freshman-Sophomore -
Morehouse College