Building Digital Excellence
I've spent two decades at the intersection of technology and business, building and scaling digital platforms that drive measurable results. What sets me apart isn't just technical expertise—it's the ability to understand complex business challenges, architect elegant solutions, and lead teams to deliver exceptional outcomes.
Professional Journey
My career spans the full spectrum of software engineering: from CTO roles where I've built entire businesses from the ground up, to lead developer positions managing multi-million dollar e-commerce platforms, to senior engineering roles on high-profile projects for companies like Omaze and ASCD.
I've worked across 100+ client projects, managed development teams, collaborated with C-level executives, and consistently delivered solutions that increase revenue, improve user experience, and solve real business problems.
I thrive on challenges that push boundaries. Whether it's architecting a greenfield e-commerce platform, rescuing a failing system, optimizing performance issues that other teams couldn't solve, or leading rebranding initiatives—I bring a disciplined, results-oriented approach.
Quick Facts
What Drives Me
My philosophy and approach to software engineering and leadership
Excellence Over Expedience
Building things right, not just fast. Quality and craftsmanship in every line of code.
Business Impact First
Technology serves business goals. Every decision is measured by its impact on the bottom line.
Clear Communication
Whether with executives, designers, or engineers, clarity and transparency drive success.
Continuous Improvement
Always learning, always growing. Both in code and in process.
Leadership Through Example
Inspiring teams through discipline, quality, and unwavering commitment to excellence.
"I don't take the easy path. I seek out challenging problems that push me to learn and grow. What excites me most is the moment when a complex technical challenge becomes clear, when the right architecture emerges, when performance bottlenecks disappear, when a struggling business transforms into a thriving one through the right technology decisions."
Career Milestones
Key moments in a 20+ year journey
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
Eastern Kentucky University
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
Eastern Kentucky University
MBA Degree
Lexington College
MBA Degree
Lexington College
Began Professional Development Career
First major commercial projects
Began Professional Development Career
First major commercial projects
Joined Begin Agency
Full-stack development role
Joined Begin Agency
Full-stack development role
Lead Developer at ELK Agency
8-year tenure managing client projects
Lead Developer at ELK Agency
8-year tenure managing client projects
Launched Upwork Career
Built reputation across 100+ projects
Launched Upwork Career
Built reputation across 100+ projects
CTO at DecoratorsBest
Built complete e-commerce platform from scratch
CTO at DecoratorsBest
Built complete e-commerce platform from scratch
Accepted into Toptal Network
Top 3% of developers worldwide
Accepted into Toptal Network
Top 3% of developers worldwide
Senior UI Developer at ASCD
3-year full-time position
Senior UI Developer at ASCD
3-year full-time position
FlowMSP Performance Rescue
Contributed to $100M funding round
FlowMSP Performance Rescue
Contributed to $100M funding round
Led Omaze Rebranding
Complete platform rebuild
Led Omaze Rebranding
Complete platform rebuild
Let's Work Together
Ready to bring 20+ years of expertise to your next project?