Tech-savvy innovator with hands-on experience in emerging technologies and passion for continuous improvement. Skilled in identifying opportunities for technological enhancements and implementing effective solutions. Adept at leveraging new tools and methods to solve problems and enhance productivity. Excels in adapting to fast-paced environments and driving technological advancements.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER | CHIEF INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER
Developed comprehensive risk management frameworks that identified and addressed vulnerabilities, achieving a 95% reduction in cybersecurity threat exposure by implementing targeted mitigation measures across all operational levels.
Pioneered AI-driven demand forecasting models, enhancing booking accuracy by 20% and operational efficiency for improved customer experience and resource allocation.
Orchestrated cloud migration to microservices architecture, boosting system reliability by 60% and slashing infrastructure costs by 65%.
Architected customer-facing technology solutions, including real-time vehicle tracking and a Group/Event reservation management platform resulting in a 25% increase in customer satisfaction (CSAT) and a 35% boost in revenue.
Optimized IT infrastructure by streamlining processes and implementing cutting-edge technologies.
Created scalable architectures that supported long-term growth strategies while providing flexibility to adapt as needed.
CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER | CHIEF INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER
Elevate – An Elm Street Technology Solution
02.2019 - 09.2022
Pioneered AI-driven analytics integration, revolutionizing lead conversion processes and achieving substantial growth in customer acquisition rates.
Developed and implemented a scalable technology platform, increasing operational efficiency by 35% and supporting a 50% customer base growth.
Led cross-functional teams in developing a scalable technology platform, markedly enhancing operational efficiency and supporting rapid customer base expansion of 25%.
Promoted cloud migration initiatives, drastically reducing infrastructure expenses while ensuring near-perfect uptime for critical systems.
Achieved SOC2 compliance through the implementation of best security practices and data privacy protocols.
Orchestrated technical due diligence for multiple acquisitions, driving substantial business expansion ($50M) and streamlining post-merger technology integration.
Streamlined post-acquisition technology integration, reducing redundancies by 25% and accelerating time-to-value by 30%.
DIRECTOR OF SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
Iluminere
08.2017 - 04.2019
Orchestrated web and mobile engineering teams to deliver enterprise-level solutions, enhancing content management and digital advertising capabilities
Pioneered a cutting-edge software solution, driving technological advancements in content distribution and digital advertising analytics across 500,000 devices in real-time.
Drove technical strategy decisions which led to successful product launches in competitive markets driving revenue of $10M.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative software solutions that met customer needs and exceeded expectations resulting in a 45% increase in NPS.
LEAD SOFTWARE ENGINEER
Pharos Security
02.2017 - 04.2017
Architected the development of a cutting-edge SaaS for security data analytics, providing trend visualization and ROI insights across diverse control frameworks for a rolling 24 months with a 92% success rate.
Engineered robust algorithms for comprehensive security surface analysis, enabling data-driven decision-making and strategic resource allocation across 30,000 controls.
Pioneered predictive analytics features, empowering clients to anticipate security trends and proactively mitigate potential threats decreasing risk exposure by 95%.
LEAD SOFTWARE ENGINEER
Cisco
09.2016 - 02.2017
Delivered a fully functional AI cloud content and social discovery SaaS, increasing productivity and team efficiency by over 50%.
Fostered cross-functional teamwork, liaising between R&D and product teams to ensure seamless integration of Cisco Spark within the application.
DIRECTOR OF PRODUCT ENGINEERING
Kannuu
05.2015 - 10.2016
Pioneered AI-driven recommendation systems across mobile and TV platforms, revolutionizing content discovery and user experience
Orchestrated cross-platform product strategy, driving a 60% improvement in user retention through data-driven personalization techniques.
Leveraged advanced analytics to optimize product features, resulting in an increase of 80% in user engagement metrics across all platforms
Expanded into 10 new markets, conducting thorough market analysis and establishing key local partnerships.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Baylor University
Waco, TX
12.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science and Government
Southwestern University
Georgetown, TX
12.2005
Skills
Identity management
DevSecOps
Scalable technologies
Security compliance
Strategic planning
Enterprise cloud architecture
AI & Machine Learning
Technology integration
Software development
IT infrastructure management
Timeline
CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER | CHIEF INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER
Savoya
09.2022 - 01.2025
CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER | CHIEF INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER
Elevate – An Elm Street Technology Solution
02.2019 - 09.2022
DIRECTOR OF SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
Iluminere
08.2017 - 04.2019
LEAD SOFTWARE ENGINEER
Pharos Security
02.2017 - 04.2017
LEAD SOFTWARE ENGINEER
Cisco
09.2016 - 02.2017
DIRECTOR OF PRODUCT ENGINEERING
Kannuu
05.2015 - 10.2016
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Baylor University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science and Government