Professional Profile - There Is All About Me
Strategic Technology Leader and Product Director with over 20 years of experience driving innovation across the full software development life cycle. Led enterprise Artificial Intelligence (AI) integration as Product Owner for GitHub Copilot, achieving 90% adoption and accelerating engineering outcomes. Champion of SDLC best practices, fostering scalable frameworks and process maturity across global teams.
Known for cultivating high-performing teams, translating business strategy into technical execution, and spearheading organization-wide transformation. What sets me apart as a leader is my ability to connect authentically with people—team members consistently express that they love working with me because I create an environment of trust, collaboration, and mutual respect. This relational approach drives exceptional team performance and retention. Passionate about modern development tools, full-stack delivery, and harnessing Artificial Intelligence (AI) to amplify impact across people, products, and processes.
Beyond technology, I bring a unique perspective shaped by diverse experiences that inform my leadership approach. As a pilot PPG 2, I've developed an acute sense of calculated risk assessment and the ability to remain calm under pressure—skills directly applicable to navigating complex technical decisions and organizational change. Currently, I'm on the journey of adopting a special needs child, which has deepened my commitment to nurturing growth, overcoming challenges, and creating inclusive environments where everyone can thrive.
Leadership Areas - Strategic Technology Excellence
Developing comprehensive technology roadmaps, architectural strategies, and innovation frameworks that align with business objectives and drive competitive advantage.
Leading enterprise-scale artificial intelligence initiatives, establishing governance frameworks, and ensuring ethical AI deployment across organizations.
Transforming development processes through modern CI/CD pipelines, automated testing frameworks, and agile methodologies to accelerate delivery.
Building high-performing engineering teams, establishing mentorship programs, and creating inclusive cultures that drive innovation and retention.
Orchestrating organization-wide digital transformation initiatives, change management, and technology modernization programs.
Driving product strategy, stakeholder alignment, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver innovative solutions that meet market demands.
20+ Years of Technology Leadership Excellence
% GitHub Copilot Adoption
+ Years Experience
K Weekly Revenue Platform
Years Boulder .NET Organizer
Real-World Experience - Technology Leadership in Action
Led enterprise rollout of GitHub Copilot at H&R Block, achieving 90%+ developer adoption. Partnered with Microsoft/GitHub teams to develop training programs and delivered executive presentations showcasing productivity metrics and ROI.
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Managed strategic consulting engagements for major telecommunications companies. Led enterprise application modernization initiatives, security compliance programs, and revenue assurance implementations.
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Managed engineering teams responsible for revenue-generating platform processing ~$400K weekly. Successfully led platform consolidation following company merger while maintaining high availability and development velocity.
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Led comprehensive migration from legacy Windows FoxPro systems to modern .NET web applications. Established CI/CD pipelines, implemented Agile processes, and modernized development practices across the organization.
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Organized and led the Boulder .NET User Group for 14+ years, fostering professional development and knowledge sharing within the local technology community. Built connections between developers and promoted best practices.
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Earned multiple Microsoft certifications including MCPD Enterprise, MCSD.NET, MCTS, MCT, and MCP. Scrum Master certified with ongoing professional development through industry training programs and continuous learning.
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Earned PPG 2 pilot certification, demonstrating precision, risk assessment, and decision-making under pressure. Advanced aviation skills that enhance leadership capabilities and strategic thinking in technology management.
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Completed police academy training and served as Colorado Ranger from 2015-2018, assisting law enforcement agencies. Developed leadership, crisis management, and community service skills applicable to technology leadership.
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