Experience

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  The philadelphia experiment foundation for the arts

  Jan 2004 - Jan 2017

  Executive producer and board member

  Led the production of multi-day and single-day music and art events, utilizing in-depth knowledge of event production processes, project management, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities. Successfully created, executed, and managed comprehensive event plans, budgets, remote sites, compliance, and diverse production elements.

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  Lockheed martin

  Oct 2005 - Jun 2007

  Mechanical engineer

  Supported AEGIS Cruiser Modernization, Ballistic Missile Defense, and Junior Ballistic Missile Defense initiatives by facilitating communication between electrical and mechanical engineering departments and handling responsibilities such as product testing, component layout design, executing engineering change notices, module recommendations, and detailing sub-assembly documentation and standards.

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  Fk productions

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2019

  Founder and director of engineering

  Led designers, engineers, and modelers to develop physical models from provided data, engineering sections, design sketches, and/or digital renderings. Coached and mentored teams on model fabrication projects, including component updates, modification, and general model making tasks such as minor mechanical and electrical projects, prep, and paint of small items, vinyl wrap or model film installation, setup of models in PLP grid, etc. ► FK Productions focused on making ideas a reality as a full fabrication and design studio, gaining traction by doing large scale art installations, technology integrations and experiential productions across the country.► Continuously monitored industry trends, emerging technologies, and customer preferences to drive innovation and incorporate the latest advancements into designs. ► Participated in design reviews, providing technical expertise, and contributing to the overall improvement of design processes and methodologies. Show less

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  Nj productions

  Jan 2007 - Jan 2016

  Partner, director of special effects

  Coordinated and executed explosive special effects sequences, leveraging extensive knowledge of techniques, handling explosives on set, safety practices, designing practical effects setups, collaborating with the production team, and problem-solving for technical challenges.

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  Greene, tweed & co

  Jun 2007 - Feb 2010

  Design engineer

  Designed and tested technical components for the semiconductor, oilfield and aerospace industries. Components included semiconductor chamber equipment, product test rigs and data acquisition station, seals, bearings and bushings and composite brackets. Held a patent pending design pertaining to semiconductor bonded slit valves.

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  Maax

  Feb 2010 - Feb 2011

  Design engineer

  Involved in consumer focused product design for the bathroom and shower industry. Participated in all stages of product development, design engineering, testing, inter-department communications and customer interactions to guarantee successful product launch.

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  Full band radio llc

  Jan 2011 - Jan 2014

  Co-founder and ceo

  Designed and deployed Motorola based radio rental packages focusing on live event productions in the tri-state area. Held 10 licensed FCC frequencies for VHF radios.

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  Burning man project

  Aug 2011 - Aug 2015

  Engineering consultant (volunteer)

  Conducted on-site thorough inspections of Burning Man art installations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and event schedule, addressing potential structural issues, and effectively communicating findings to artists and staff.

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  Fkb, llc

  Jan 2019 - Aug 2023

  Co-founder and director of engineering & special projects

  Co-founded a full-service fabrication studio that created emotionally transformative experiences for brands, agencies, communities, and developers. Led team of designers, fabricators, artists, welders, and technologists working with artisans and builders to create large-scale art fabrication and specialty installations. Collaborated with clients every step of the way to produce seemingly impossible installations through thoughtful design, hands-on fabrication, and technology integration. ► Oversaw the merger between FK Productions and B Fabrication, creating a full-service design, fabrication, and installation studio that focused on the intersection of engineering, architecture, and creativity, capable of utilizing and integrating any materials at any scale.► Grew to $6.5M in revenue with 65+ employees. ► Drove bespoke projects specializing in large-scale art, architecture, creative technology, fabrication, and experiential productions, fulfilling clients' visions from concept to reality, and serving world-renowned brands, celebrities, organizations, and events. ► Led technical and creative teams to push the boundaries of fabrication techniques, material science, virtual reality, and experience design to create groundbreaking projects and hybrid events that blended the virtual and physical worlds. Show less

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  Aardvark studios

  Jan 2024 - Apr 2024

  Director - special projects and it

  Provided senior leadership to drive strategic vision for IT Systems teams, developing new strategies, policies, practices, methods, programs, or techniques to analyze and interpret difficult problems and establish a new strategic direction. Partnered with senior leaders to establish strategic plans and objectives with responsibility for planning, budgeting, implementing, and maintaining costs, methods, and employees in IT. Identified ways to leverage emerging capabilities, including machine learning, natural language processing, deep learning, artificial intelligence, internet of things, big data technologies, and digital enablement. ► Led transformation and separation within an acquisition, resulting in a successful integration of FKB Studios into Aardvark Studios.► Maintained full oversight of all IT systems and networks, managing, tracking, and deploying IT resources. ► Oversaw special projects that fell outside of traditional business offerings, such as exotic design build projects, researching and implementing new internal business development technologies, and efficient processes.► Identified, defined, and continuously improved functionality, stability, scalability, and security of Technology Operations Platforms and Services. Show less

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  Seeking opportunities

  Apr 2024 - now

  Creator, cio, chief experience officer, design engineer, director of engineering