Chad Morgan

Experience

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  United States Marine Corps

  Sept 1996 - Oct 2001

  Sergeant / Telecommunications Maintenance Supervisor

  Telecommunications Systems Management: Installed, maintained, networked, and repaired PBX switches, telephones, and cabling systems to support reliable communications infrastructure.Recognition and Advancement: Meritoriously promoted from E-3 to E-4 for 'outstanding leadership and technical proficiency.'Security Clearance: Held a Department of Defense SECRET security clearance.Honorable Discharge: Discharged at the rank of E-5.

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  AFS Logistics

  Oct 2001 - Mar 2003

  Software Developer / IS Help Desk Manager

  Application Development and Data Analysis: Developed desktop and distributed applications with VB6 and VB.NET for auditing and rate calculation, and developed VBA macros in Excel, Word, Access, and Outlook for client-focused accounting analysis.IS Help Desk Leadership: Established and managed the IS Help Desk, overseeing all IS projects and tracking progress with Microsoft Project.

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  United States Marine Corps

  Mar 2003 - Aug 2003

  Sergeant / Information Systems Coordinator

  Active Duty Support for Operation Enduring Freedom: Recalled to active duty from March 28 to August 16, providing network and software support, including email administration with Exchange Server 2000, for over 200 Marines in a Windows NT 4.0/2000 environment.

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  Logisource

  Aug 2003 - Dec 2003

  IT Specialist

  Reporting Solutions and Database Design: Developed reporting solutions using Crystal Reports, VB.NET, VBA, and dBase, designed a SQL Server structure for migration, and provided network support in an NT/2000 environment.

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  Volt

  Dec 2003 - Nov 2004

  Developer Support Technical Router

  First-Touch Support for Microsoft Developer Technologies: Provided initial support for a range of Microsoft developer tools and coordinated complex issue resolution with product-specific teams, backed by extensive customer support training.

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  AFS Logistics

  Nov 2004 - Jul 2006

  Web Developer

  SQL Server Migration and Shipping Solution Development: Led the migration from SQL Server 2000 to 2005 and developed a web-based shipping solution using AJAX (before widespread adoption) and .NET Web Services to access real-time transit times from over 30 carriers.Business Intelligence Solutions and Training: Managed Cognos and SQL Reporting Services (SSRS) for business intelligence and implemented software training programs for sales and client teams.

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  New Tech Computer Systems

  Jul 2006 - Oct 2008

  Web Developer

  Full-Stack Development of Healthcare Applications: Led the development of physician office management and prescription tracking systems.Client Collaboration: Conducted on-site meetings to gather requirements and observe application use, ensuring solutions aligned with operational needs.

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  Pelican Creek Consulting, LLC

  Oct 2008 - now

  Owner / Web Developer

  Multi-Tenant SaaS for Order and Inventory Management: Developed a Blazor-based application with Azure SQL Database to manage sales orders, purchase orders, products, and raw materials for diverse clients in the beverage industry. The system features inventory tracking, automated communications via Twilio and SendGrid, and planned QuickBooks integration for seamless financial management.Warehouse Tracking Application for Cable and Wire Company: Developed an ASP.NET Core MVC intranet application integrated with an AS400 system via ODBC to streamline product movement tracking between warehouse stations using scanners and to manage scrap material with external scale integration, enhancing inventory accuracy and operational efficiency.Customer Communication Platform for Heavy Equipment Dealership: Collaborated with a distributed team across the U.S. and Europe to build a customer-facing ASP.NET Core MVC application integrated with internal systems through ASP.NET APIs. Leveraged Entity Framework Core and stored procedures for data management and enabled text communication via Twilio, enhancing customer engagement on work and parts orders.Purchase Order Tracking System for Beverage Industry: Developed an ASP.NET Core MVC application with Azure SQL as the data store, enabling streamlined order tracking and automated customer communication via SendGrid.Custom eCommerce Solutions for Niche Markets: Developed AbleCommerce-based applications for the largest live crawfish shipper in the U.S., a prominent home decor and garden company, and a renowned New Orleans bakery. Each application was hosted on IIS with MS SQL Server, tailored to unique market needs, and integrated with solutions like ShipStation for efficient order processing and shipping management.Event Management Applications for Wine / Beer Festivals and Farmers Market: Developed three ASP.NET MVC applications featuring event management, a CMS for marketing, and ticket sales integration via Authorize.net. Show less

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  Falcon Applications, LLC

  Aug 2009 - Jul 2012

  Director of Technology / Co-Founder

  Full-Stack Development and Team Leadership: Led a team through the full development lifecycle of a SaaS application for commodity transportation management, with an initial focus on crude oil logistics.Client-Focused Solutions Across Multiple Sectors: Delivered customized applications for eCommerce, construction, tourism, and event management.

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  Praeses

  Jul 2012 - Nov 2013

  Senior Web Developer

  Full-Stack Development and Client Management: Led the development of a range of web applications, including eCommerce, tourism, and event management systems, ensuring seamless project execution and client satisfaction.Security Clearance: Held a Department of Defense TOP SECRET security clearance.

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  MapGraphiX

  Nov 2013 - now

  Director of Technology

  Full Development and IT Infrastructure Management: Oversaw all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and IT infrastructure for MapGraphiX, ensuring robust performance, scalability, and reliability of systems.GIS SaaS for Transportation: Led a team through the full-stack development of an application tailored for the transportation industry, built with ASP.NET MVC and Azure SQL Database for data management and scalability.ETL Automation and Data Integration: Designed and managed extract, transform, and load (ETL) processes to handle data from CSV files received via FTP and SFTP, leveraging SQL, Azure Runbooks, Function Apps, and Logic Apps to automate workflows, ensure data accuracy, and streamline nightly maintenance tasks.Mapping Integration: Originally implemented with Google Maps, later migrated the platform to Azure Maps to enhance integration with Azure services, delivering precise geospatial data and route optimization.Primary Technical Point of Contact: Acted as the main technical liaison for all clients, managing technical inquiries, troubleshooting, and solution deployment, ensuring high client satisfaction and smooth communication. Show less