Experience

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  Haltermann, ltd

  Jan 1992 - Mar 2000

  Implementation and administration of a HP-UX based LIMS employing HP's ChemServer, HP's ChemStation, and Baytek Engineering Corporation's proprietary BLISS database.System administration of a Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 LAN/WAN.Implementation of ReflectionX software for UNIX to NT interoperability.Maintenance and configuration of HP Procurve switches and Cisco routersRecommendations and decisions regarding purchases of hardware, software, and instrumentation. Extensive chemical analysis instrumentation methods development using HP and Agilent hardware.ISO9000 implementation and authoring of procedures as well as function as an internal auditor.Chemical R&D with reports presented written and orally.

  • LIMS/IT Manager

    Jan 1997 - Mar 2000

  • Analytical Chemist

    Jan 1992 - Dec 1996
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  Brock computer applications, inc

  Apr 2000 - Dec 2002

  Senior technical consultant

  Integration of environmental measurement hardware into HP Network Node Manager for NT and Vantage Point Operations for HP-UX for 3rd party vendor - verified and approved by HP OpenView labs.Customization and implementation of Openview Operations templates at customer sites.Installation and customization of OpenView Network Node Manager at customer sitesInstallation and customization of HP-UX 11.0 and HP OmniBack at customer sites.Windows NT 4.0 environment internal maintenance and support.Microsoft Exchange 5.5 internal maintenance and configuration.Checkpoint Firewall and Cisco router maintenance and configuration.HP Procurve switch management and optimization. Show less

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  Agilysys

  Jan 2003 - Jul 2010

  Management of 8 solution architects with various vendor focuses in Agilysys' Western RegionHelp identify opportunities and establish relationships at a technical and business levelEnsure that customer expectations are being met in large complex IT projectsEducation of customers on Agilysys solution offeringsEnsure that the solution being designed and implemented is both tactical and strategic to the customer's short and long-term project goalsProvide complete solution design including technical overview, configuration detail, and where appropriate presentation, proposal, and detailed diagrams Show less Technical leadership of 6 HP-focused solution architects in Agilysys' Western RegionPresentations to customers on site as well as at vendor eventsResponsible for driving high-end, complex HP portfolio solutions for the Agilysys Western RegionDesign of Superdome, mid-range, and entry-class Integrity and HP9000 systemsProofs of concept at customer sites including Integrity servers, HP9000, and HP ESSN Software, and HP BTO SoftwareChosen by HP to assist in formulation of HP Certified Professional examsDesign of HP BTO Software and ITIL/ITSM solutionsHP Partner UNIX Ambassador Show less

  • Manager Solutions Architecture - Western Region

    Jun 2008 - Jul 2010

  • Senior Solution Architect / Solution Architect Area Team Lead - Western Region

    Jan 2003 - May 2008
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  Hp

  Aug 2010 - Apr 2014

  Enterprise software consultant - global accounts

  Support of HP Software Sales representatives from a technical sales and business perspectiveExpansion of sales opportunities through validation and qualification of opportunitiesSupport of HP sales efforts in SMB to Global accounts through HP Software portfolio presentationsWork and collaboration with HP Software partners for solution design and positioningVerification of proof of concept plans and implementation schema for HP Software products

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  Hewlett packard enterprise

  May 2014 - Mar 2018

  Account chief technologist - oil & gas

  Executive responsible for extensive industry acumen, expert knowledge of HPE technology solutions, and deep understanding of competitive offerings. Understanding of technical innovations and trends to solve customer business problems. Justification of HPE solutions that create business value through use of financial and capital investment. Application of technical/solution knowledge to qualify opportunities and identify requirements. Primary technical HP evangelist and consultant responsible for driving business results. Show less

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  Red hat

  Mar 2018 - Dec 2019

  Senior solutions architect - energy

  Responsibilities include technical account leadership via mapping of business problems and technical challenges to Red Hat Solutions – coaching and direction of deep solution development specialists. Additionally, development of overall technical account plan and strategy including pre-sales and post-sales activities to assure client success - inclusive of direct communication with senior leadership (CxO) within accounts to align with customer business objectives. Key activities include evangelizing Open Source solutions and culture within the account base (containers, automation, platforms, hybrid cloud, middleware). Another important focus is the direction of complex sales motions to completion including partnership with public cloud providers (Microsoft, Amazon, Google), e.g. SAP migrations and cloud suitability studies. Show less

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  Ibm

  Jan 2020 - now

  Technical executive that creates and maintains strong, trusted client relationships at all levels within the client's business. Design of solution recommendations for clients applying broad technical skills, industry knowledge and business acumen expertise. Focus on leveraging IBM technologies, architectures, integrated solutions and offerings to solve clients' business challenges and deliver value. Collaboration with IBM sales teams and partners to define, design, and detail the technical aspects and feasibility of proposed solutions. Recommendation and application of industry reference architectures (e.g., ITIL, TOGAF, IT4IT) to client IT and business processes. Management of IBM technical resources assigned to clients and evaluation of proposed technical strategies; tactical and strategic. Development of overall Technical Account Plan bringing together all brand technical strategies to reflect the global strategy for clients. Show less

  • Principal Manager, Account Technical Leaders - Federal Civilian

    Sept 2023 - now

  • Account Technical Leader - Energy, Environment, and Utilities

    Jan 2020 - Sept 2023