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Core Competencies:

  • AWS
  • Azure
  • Cloudflare
  • cPanel
  • Linux
  • Algolia
  • Laravel
  • Twilio
  • WordPress
  • Zend
  • Docker
  • MySQL
  • PHP
  • Redis
  • WebSockets

Experience:

Wild Ones, Neenah, WI (Web Developer/IT Manager, 2020-Current)

Leveraged industry experience to increase members by 300% by implementing third-party partnerships to reduce costs and increase profits. Modernized systems by transitioning from AccessDB to an online WordPress member system. Increased security and reduced manual inefficiencies.

  • Designed, optimized, and managed advanced reports for staff and chapter leaders. Created automated processes to eliminate manual onboarding processes.
  • Managed over 120 WordPress sites with over 190 editors, running in a WP multisite environment.
  • Built a custom search knowledgebase for internal users, which led to a 75 percent decrease in support tickets. 
  • Created, implemented, and maintained SOPs for PII/PCI/CAN-SPAM compliance.
  • Solely responsible for leading IT infrastructure projects, including buying and configuring staff laptops, landline phone migration to Microsoft Teams, and a web server migration. Created a custom MySQL backup solution to prevent data loss. 

Adam’s Specialty Products, Neenah, WI (WooCommerce Developer, 2020-2022)

Migrated several sites from Magento to WooCommerce, including updating custom aquarium configurators.

  • Created and managed company websites with a primary focus on developing custom plugins and themes for WordPress.
  • Updated website pages and product information to ensure current and accurate content.
  • Identified and resolved bugs and errors reported by users and team members, ensuring smooth website functionality and user experience.

Fox World Travel, Oshkosh, WI (PHP Web Application Developer, 2013-2020)

Implemented extensive additions to corporate intranet and public-facing websites, enhancing functionality and user experience. Automated business processes. Updated and modernized legacy code to maintain a clean and efficient codebase.

  • Ensured compliance with security standards such as PCI, PII, and CCPA.
  • Utilized services like Twilio, Slack, and SMTP to create alerts for employees and customers.
  • Wrote highly efficient queries for MySQL, SQL Server, Sybase, and Interbase databases.
  • Employed AWS services, including S3 and DynamoDB, to ensure uptime and fast response times.
  • Managed and maintained RHEL and IIS servers in Azure.

Blue Door Consulting, Oshkosh, WI (PHP Programmer, 2012-2013)

Built websites, social networks, and web applications for a diverse clientele.

  • Engaged primarily in programming tasks, working closely with internal teams to develop specifications and implement best practices.
  • Made informed recommendations on the use of existing and emerging technologies to enhance project outcomes.
  • Involved in various aspects of development, including programming, graphic design, and database development.

Education:

University of Wisconsin-Green Bay (2010-2012) Bachelor of Science – Information Sciences
University of Wisconsin-Fox Valley (2008-2010) Associate Degree

Certifications:

Speaking:

  • “WordPress Without Themes” — WordCamp Milwaukee (2014)
  • “Page Speed & Caching” — Appleton WordPress Meetup (2014)
  • “Building Your First WordPress Shortcode” — Web920 & Appleton WordPress Meetup (2013)
  • “Why’s My Site So Freakin’ Slow?!” — WordCamp Milwaukee (2013)
  • “Responsive WordPress” — Appleton WordPress Meetup (2013)
  • “Mo-Sponsive” — Fox Cities PHP (2013)

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