Overview

As a Microsoft Certified Business Solutions Provider, we leverage a distinctive combination of industry expertise, technical depth and differentiated services to deliver the benefits of world-class IT Project Management Consulting to my clients, focusing on Project, Program, and Portfolio management, Proprietary Architecture, Application Outsourcing Consulting, and Infrastructure, Business Optimization.

Qualifications

• Awarded Microsoft SharePoint MVP and Certified SharePoint Professional 2009, 2010 and 2011
• Professional designations include MVP, MCSE i 3.x/4.x/2000 , MCSD, MCSA:Messaging, MCT, CCA, CME, ASE, Network , CCSA, CAN
• HTCC Certification in Clinical Engineering
• Expert Level Healthcare Facility efficiency consultant Hospital, Assisted Living, Hospice, and Senior residency communities.
• Former Franchise owner of 02 BrightStar Healthcare Agencies.
• Expert knowledge of all Microsoft Operating Systems, Microsoft SharePoint, Exchange Server, TCP/IP, SQL Server, ISA and Proxy Server Internet/Intranet Technologies, SMS, Clustering, High Availability, PKI Public Key Infrastructure and Messaging Specialist
• Microsoft SharePoint Guru with extensive International Experience on many different sized projects, from SMB to the Enterprise
• Global delivery expertise delivering Microsoft Active Directory and Exchange across North America, Latin America and Europe
• Co-author/Technical Editor of several Microsoft BackOffice Companions, Study Guides, Magazine and Print articles
• Extensive Pre-Sales Marketing experience Microsoft Technology Stack specific, with average annual sales of 5M
• Architect and Principal Consultant for CA solution selected for the 2001 Microsoft Fusion Award US for Infrastructure
• Pre-Sales Engineering
• A proven, seasoned pre-sales engineer possessing exceptional tact in identifying client requirements, designing a product set or solutions to meet those requirements, evangelizing the proposed solution, and adjusting the solution as necessary for the client. While managing my own consulting firm for more than 2 decades, my success in averaging 5M in annual revenue for the past 06 years, has been solely based upon my multifaceted understanding of both business and technology, resulting in my ability to accurately map the technical benefits to actual business requirements.

Technical Proficiencies

• Cloud Computing, Microsoft BPOS, Microsoft Office 365, Azure, Skytap Cloud Computing,SOA, Commerce Server, BizTalk Server, SharePoint/MOSS, Windows Workflow WF , Windows Communication Foundation WCF , Web Services Security, REST, UML, CMS, LDAP, COM , Messaging MQ , SSO, Microsoft Reporting Services, AJAX, MVC, Entity Framework ORM , Enterprise Architecture, TOGAF, Zachman
• Languages/Script: C , VB.NET, ASP.NET, RDL, XML, Visual J , JavaScript, HTML, DHTML, CSS, XBRL, SOAP, WAP/WML, Basic, Cobol, VBA, PowerBuilder, VBScript, Lingo, ActionScript, Lisp, others Developer Tools: Visual Studio, Silverlight, SharePoint Designer, K2 BlackPearl, Visio, ColdFusion, PageMill, HomeSite, UML, Ultradev, SiteSpring, Web Components Web Parts, Gadgets and Portlets , Web Services, Rational/UML, BEA WebLogic
• Accounting Finance 4 years of JD Edwards World Financial software, primarily Payroll, Human Resources, General Ledger and Accounts Payable. Interfaces and networking with a wide variety of platforms, including Infinium, JDE, Kronos, Oracle, Synergen, VAX, Windows, Davox Predictive Dialer and others.
• Applications/App Servers: SharePoint Foundation 2010, SharePoint Server 2010, Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 MOSS , Performance Point Server 2007 , Search Server 2008, Office System, Windows SharePoint Services V3, Commerce Server 2009, SharePoint Portal Server 2003, Windows SharePoint Services V2, Content Management Server MCMS , Internet Information Server 6 IIS , Microsoft Internet Security and Acceleration Server 2006, Identity Integration Server 2006, Commerce Server 2002-2007, BizTalk 2006, InfoPath, MS Customer Relationship Management, Plumtree, Oracle Portal, LiveLink, Siebel eAuction, Siebel 2000 eService, eMarketing, eSales, eAdvisor , Commerce One, BroadVision, QPR, PBViews, Clarify, Remedy Working architectural understanding of Portal and Application Server technologies Plumtree Aqualogic , SharePoint, BEA WebLogic, IBM WebSphere, Documentum, FileNet, Sybase, Oracle, BroadVision, etc. . Security: Vast array of Business Management Security Software Solutions Tools including EDMS Electronic Document Management System , Documentum, iCode's EVEREST E-commerce, Standard Edition, BEST Suite, MAS 500, Platinum For Windows, i2 Fraud Solutions, QAD Manufacturing Solutions, ACT 6.0, ACT for WEB, FileMaker, NORTEL, Quick Notes, Tracker Systems Inventory Control, Monarch.
• Key skill areas are: Project Portfolio Management, Entire Suites of Primavera, Microsoft Project 2010, 2007, Oracle Financial, Fatwire, and CA Clarity. Management Software Solutions, Crystal Enterprise Crystal Reports 9.0, XI. Grid Computing, Java, JBuilder, Linux, Apache, Tomcat, and HTML. Experience with any of OOP, Web Services, SOAP, XSSL, SQL, CISCO, DB2, VB, VC , COBOL C, C ,C , etc Highly Proficient in Mac OS 9.x through 10.2 Jaguar , Mac OS X Server, AppleShare IP.

Network Architecture

• I have served as Custodian of the architecture process that interfaces with project and program managers to provide direction on scope and direction of corporate-wide network solutions.
• Interpret business requirements into technical network solutions framework. Provide technology roadmaps governed by strategic direction, business requirements as well as resourcing and financial constraints. Liaise with enterprise, server and applications architects to ensure alignment across technology portfolios.
• Provided technical direction and frameworks to meet business needs.

• Written technical and business documentation.

• Liaised with management and support teams.

• Assisted in scoping and costing of projects.

• Guided and influence team members and business colleagues.

• Created presentations/solutions and articulate to boards and executives.

• Worked with other SMEs and technical support teams in the pursuit of technically excellent solutions.

• Produced technically excellent solutions architecture that is aligned to business needs and direction.

SharePoint

• Microsoft SharePoint Server 2013, 2010, Microsoft SharePoint Foundation 2010, FAST Search Server 2010 for SharePoint, Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 MOSS 2007 , Windows SharePoint Services 3.0 WSS 3.0 , SharePoint Portal Server 2003, SharePoint Portal Server 2001, SharePoint Team Services, OSLO, Yammerr ,Graph
• Installation, Configuration, Upgrade, Architecture, Customization, Site Templates, Site Definitions, Taxonomy, Metadata, Content Management, Collaboration, Windows Workflow Foundation, Custom Web Parts, Reports, BDC - Business Data Catalog, BCS, Search, InfoPath Services, Master Pages, Content Types, Features, Excel Services, PerformancePoint, Interactive Media Manager IMM , CAML, External Collaboration Toolkit for SharePoint, Podcasting Kit for SharePoint PKS
• Microsoft Office 2010, Microsoft Office 2007, SharePoint Designer 2010, InfoPath, Visio, Project, Microsoft CMS, Active Directory, ADAM, Exchange, K2.Net 2003, K2 Blackpearl, K2 Blackpoint, AvePoint, Fast ESP, Microsoft Online Services, BPOS: Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Office Communications Online, Office Live Meeting
• Healthcare
• More than 15 years experience in Information Technology, with 16 years experience in the design and development of e Gate, DataGate, Epic Bridges, InterSystems Ensemble, Orion Rhapsody, IBM Initiate Master Data Service MDS , IBM Exchange, InterSystems HealthShare, and Medicity iNexx/Novo Grid interfaces. Developed and implemented numerous interfaces for multiple hospitals and practices in the healthcare industry. Interfaces included: EPIC Bridges, Prelude, Radiant, Cadence, and EpicCare , Allscripts, Cerner, Meditech, GE IDX, Eclipsys ePI, Affinity, Sunrise Clinical Manager, Pacs, Sis, Transolutions, Centricity, Muse, Powerscribe, Cbord, Telcor, Radiance, Teletrack, Sunquest, IDX, Tvr, Netlims, Medipac, Bedtrack, Midas, Softmed, Pyxis, Atlas, Cbay, SMS, Extendedcare, CareManager, Star, Copath, eClinicalWorks. Provided work plan estimation, resource coordination, developed interface design and HL7 specifications, developed and executed test plans, documented production cutover procedures and developed operations manuals. Very effective in trouble shooting and resolving problems in a timely manner. Have excellent communication skills and as a consultant, proven to be an effective team player in both leadership and supporting roles.

Project Management

• I have managed interdependencies of projects ranging from 250k to 5M . Consulted with executive management in determining priority levels by developing project approval and prioritization process for new projects. Designed master schedules and business analysis tools to monitor budgets and project deliverable progress. Advised PMO in business analysis, project feasibility and writing project plans to obtain funding. Trained management/employees on structure and discipline of project management. Mentored PMO managers throughout projects to better ensure on-time delivery, adherence to budgets and delivery of benefits as stated in business cases. Responsible for proving benefits were delivered to bottom line as stated in business case. Implemented and improved software testing and QA processes to ensure product quality and consistency. Trained management/employees on structure and discipline of project management. Mentored PMs throughout project to better ensure on-time delivery, adherence to budgets, and delivery of benefits as stated in business cases
• Extensive experience leading cross-functional development teams for technology, Business Development and Application Development within diverse range of industries and for government entities.
• Seasoned goal oriented PMP, with outstanding project planning and Application Outsourcing utilization, execution, monitoring and resource balancing skills with ability to support multiple simultaneous projects in a matrix organizational structure.
• Excel at communicating with stakeholders to provide accurate reporting and information regarding the ongoing projects and initiatives.
• Experienced in coordinating, negotiating and motivating outside vendors and off-shore resources in support of timeline and IT project deliverables.

Related Experience

Sr. Manager Back Office Architecture/SharePoint Practice

Confidential

• My group drives internal and external technology experts and vendors in deep-dive architecture reviews, makes technical development design decisions to ensure the optimal outcome.Dozens of SharePoint implementations of various sizes and SharePoint support for companies of all shapes and sizes
• We leverage strong technical expertise and analytical skills and I work closely with Build Managers, Enterprise Architects and cross-functional teams to assess the architectural impact of business requirements on underlying Hilton Worldwide technology capabilities and platforms, identifying risks and issues with mitigations.

President/Managing Principal Consultant

Confidential

• Principal Consultant specializing in Health Care solutions utilizing Microsoft SharePoint Services WSS and Microsoft Office SharePoint Server MOSS , SharePoint 2013, 2010, 2007/ Active Directory/Exchange global infrastructure projects, Physical and Logical Security Services Solutions
• Dozens of SharePoint implementations of various sizes and SharePoint support for companies of all shapes and sizes
• Deployment of complete network business technology solutions for over 200 different customers, in different countries as part of a myriad of projects either as technical architect, team lead, project member or manager
• .NET Forms and Internet Development including ASP.NET, VB.NET and Microsoft SQL Server, ASP.NET applications development
• Security Consultant for audits for multiple clients
• Principal Consultant to over 100 Small to Enterprise size customers 50 to 5000 users providing BackOffice solutions and Internet/Intranet development including reinsurance, government, banking, law, accounting and technology firms
• Technical Project management, documentation, team leadership, planning and implementation
• Enterprise VMware implementations for several customers including a company that spanned 7 countries and over 200 servers

Director of Informatics, Special Operations Corp-to-Corp

Confidential

• SecureCentre Data Center operations, responsible for highly available Internet, ASP and University systems 9999 uptime delivery in 40 rack facility
• PKI integration specialist, deploying Digital Certificate solutions VPN, Smart Card, S/MIME and integration with Windows 2000 and Active Directory
• Principal Consultant, Systems Security Consulting services including 'White Hat' consulting, Wireless Security Audits for several Reinsurance firms and Major Health Care Providers within the UT Health Care Family of Hospitals.
• Designed, developed and delivered 'QuoVadis Sweeper', a managed Enterprise Messaging Security Service that provides Email Threat Prevention AntiVirus, AntiSpam, AntiRelay, Corporate Policy Delivery for many HIPPA policy governed sites.

Principal Consultant/Trainer and Microsoft Team Leader Corp-to-Corp

Confidential

• Principal Consultant to over 100 Small to Enterprise size Health Care Providers 50 to 5000 users predisposed to engaging in digital communications and robust program recruitment capabilities, providing BackOffice solutions and Internet/Intranet development including cloud-based sales force automation SFA systems, PC tablets and iPads designed to increase productivity and enable multi-channel promotion including integration with Group DCA digital interactions and PDI VOICE tele-detailing efforts.
• Technical Team Lead for Global Active Directory Rollout and Architecture spanning 7 countries and 3500 users
• Provided solutions/architectures based on Windows NT/2000 Server, SMS, SQL Server, IIS, ISA and Proxy Server, Site Server, Exchange Server, MIMEsweeper, Checkpoint Firewall-1, Citrix Metaframe and 18 high availability clustered solutions
• Servers, systems and infrastructure architect for a fully audited certificate authority CA . First Digital Certificate Authority based entirely on Windows 2000, Active Directory and Microsoft Cluster Services 12 clusters and won 2001 Microsoft Fusion Award Caribbean for Infrastructure
• Turnkey and office automation solutions developments in Visual Basic, Access, ASP, SQL, Outlook Forms and eCommerce
• Specialization in PKI Public Key Infrastructure and integration into messaging platforms, ISP/ASP's and Microsoft BackOffice/FrontOffice including Active Directory, Exchange and VPN solutions
• Principal trainer contracted to several CTECs Microsoft Certified Technical Education Center for course delivery
• Managed a team of 7 consultants and served as mentor, manager and 3rd level senior technical support
• International work included Paris, Greenwich, London, Zurich, Toronto, Santa Barbara, Vancouver, Victoria, New York and London

Senior Consultant/Trainer Corp-to-Corp

Confidential

• Consultant to Humana Corporate offices, providing BackOffice solutions and Internet/Intranet development
• Provided solutions/architectures based on .Net Framework 4.0, SharePoint 2010,2013, Silverlight 3.0
• Turnkey and customized office automation solutions developments utilizing SharePoint 2010, Visual Studio 2012, Windows 7 Windows 8 App Lifecycle Model.
• Specialist in Compaq Server systems Intel and Alpha and Insight Manager Solutions Compaq ASE Certified , Dell and IBM Servers
• Principal trainer - CTEC Microsoft Certified Technical Education Center
• Selected by Microsoft to deliver Microsoft SharePoint 2013 Preview and Active Directory seminar three 5-day sessions to all consultants in Humana's IS shop prior to the launch of SharePoint 2013.

Contract Writer/Editor

Confidential

• Co-author/technical editor of several Microsoft Exchange, Windows NT Server and Microsoft Internet strategies study guides and companions
• Contributor to Internet publications. Featured in print and business magazines.

Systems Engineer

Confidential

• Systems consultant for numerous large WAN and LAN implementations including NT Server, Exchange Server, Internet/Intranet Servers, Systems Management Server SMS , Proxy Server and Windows-based clients
• Project management, documentation, team leadership, planning and implementation
• Delivered Microsoft Official Curriculum as a Microsoft Certified Trainer MCT
• Peer Recognition Award Confidential

Independent Programmer Analyst, Consultant/Trainer

Confidential

• PC installations, customizations, maintenance, classroom training and end-user support
• Internet/Intranet site and server design, application development, Internet publishing and training

Technical Support Specialist

Confidential

• Supported internal TCP/IP WAN including multiple Windows NT and UNIX servers, Windows 95/NT clients, Shiva LanRover devices, Intranet and investigated/recommended and implemented a centralized anti-virus solution
• Supported 150 customer sites and 700 clients over frame relay, ISDN and modem connections using serial based terminals, TCP/IP clients and UNIX servers

Computer Operator/Analyst

Confidential

• Operator for 700 users on VAX, UNIX and PC networks utilizing SCO UNIX, VAX/VMS, Windows 95, DEC VT Terminals and All-In-1
• Performed software/hardware/network installation maintenance and delivered training including MS Word, MS Excel, Windows 95 and Internet Publishing