Proven leader with over fifteen years experience in Information Technology, Project Management, Financial Management, Marketing and Sales, with a talent for direct and concise communications through the use of electronic, voice, and print media.

PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS:

Network Design and Administration Experienced in installation, configuration and administration of Windows 2000 Networks, Windows NT 4.0 Networks, Internet Information Server 4.0, Windows 98, and Windows 95. Primary focus is on Windows 2000 Server Active Directory Services and Administration Tools.

Internet Webmaster and developer for company website and clients. HTML editing programs such as Coffee Cup, Dreamweaver, and Front Page 2000. Graphics programs such as Paint Shop Pro, Fireworks, and Adobe Illustrator. Search Engine optimization and submission, and building active communities email and bulletin boards.

Communications Public speaker at Seminars, on Television, and Radio. Hosted Financial Management and Investment training state-wide. Promotions through Press Releases and News Articles in Newspapers and Internet.

Sales and Marketing A natural leader with strong personal integrity and extensive experience in Relationship and Transactional Management and Sales for corporate and individual clients.

EDUCATION:

Tech Street Training Solutions, St. Petersburg, FL
-Networking Essentials, NT4.0 Administration, NT 4.0 Core Technologies, NT Enterprise Technologies, Supporting NT 4.0 to Windows 2000, designing Microsoft 2000 Directory Services, Designing a Microsoft 2000 Migration Strategy, Designing a Secure Microsoft 2000 Network, Internet Information Server, System Administration for SQL Server 7.0.

Virginia Polytechnic Institute (Virginia Tech) and State University, Blacksburg, VA
-Bachelor of Science Degree in Management Science and Information Technology, with a concentration in Data Based Decision Support Systems. Program languages include COBOL, Basic, Fortran, REXX, and IFPS. -Minor in English with a concentration in Technical Writing.

Eckerd College Electronic Commerce Resource Center, St. Petersburg, FL
-Principals of Effective Web Page Design. Principles of Effective Web Page Design. Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced HTML. Internet Marketing, and The Internet as a Business Platform.

Florida School of Insurance, Tampa, FL
-Licensing and Continuing Education program for Life and Variable Annuities certification by the State of Florida.

CERTIFICATIONS:

MCSE, MCP+Internet

Microsoft Certified Professional Windows NT Workstation

Microsoft Certified Professional Windows NT Server

Microsoft Certified Professional Windows NT Server Enterprise

Microsoft Certified Professional TCP/IP

Microsoft Certified Professional Internet Information Server 4

NASD Series 7 and 63

Florida Department of Insurance Life and Variable Annuities

EXPERIENCE:

Owner and Webmaster - Distance Matters, Inc. Professional Web Design agency providing hosting, training, promotion, and training for a growing portfolio of clients. Featured clients include:

• TheVictor.com  A 100 item Ecommerce solution for a swimming apparel manufacturer in Hialeah, FL. Generating approximately $1 Million in orders annually.
• MutinyFans.com  President and owner of the Tampa Bay Mutiny fan club and website. Write stories and article concerning the teams players and front office.
• FloridaInsuranceLawyers.com  Website host and developer for Insurance Lawyers Tyler and Hamilton, P.A., of Jacksonville, FL.
• CrystalStix.com  Own and operate an Ecommerce solution and drop ship module for juggling sticks, videos and carrying bags.
• DistanceMatters.com/Marathon  Event Founder and Director of The 24 Mile Tampa Bay Marathon Swim, held each year on Earth Day to celebrate the reclamation of Tampa Bay and to publicize the sport of Open Water Swimming . Promotion through public speaking engagements, newsletters,and website.

Asset Manager, Stock and Bond Broker - Multi-Financial Securities Corp. Fee-based money management using an empirical performance analysis database. Series 7 and 63 and Florida Insurance Licenses are active and current.

Stock and Bond Broker/ Insurance Agent - Lawson Financial, St. Petersburg, FL, Series 7 and 63 licenses. Bought and sold stocks, bonds, mutual funds, retirement plans and limited partnerships. Held investment seminars state-wide regarding financial products, economics, and regulatory procedures.

Stock and Bond Broker - Halliburton and Associates, Clearwater, FL, May 1988 - May 1991. Developed client base through data-based computer support system and a weekly newsletter. Cobol programming and troubleshooting for customer statements and customer database.

Stock and Bond Broker - Sherwood Capital, Virginia Beach, VA, May 1985 - May 1988. Developed invaluable communication skills and working knowledge of financial markets.

COMMITTEESAND ORGANIZATIONS:

Florida Local Masters Swim Committee Sanctions Chairman

PERSONAL:

Age: 38, married, one five year old son. References available upon request.