Bret Martin

Experience

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  Stauffer Chemical

  Jan 1982 - Jan 1982

  Plant Operator / Laboratory Technician

  Operation, maintenance, and analysis of a chemical pilot plant for pesticide and herbicide production.

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  UC Berkeley

  Jan 1983 - Jan 1983

  Student Research Assistant

  Research on particle motion, aerosol impact, bounce, and deposition patterns on surfaces using laser spectroscopy.

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  Chevron

  Jan 1984 - Jan 1984

  Refinery Simulation Engineer

  Chemical engineering and computer modeling of distillation column operation for refinery optimization.

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  NSF Scholarship 85-88

  Jan 1985 - Jan 1988

  Graduate Student Researcher

  Research on quartz crystals and silicon-based Lamb-wave multi-sensors to measure liquid properties, including viscosity, density, velocity, temperature, pressure, mass deposition, and coagulation.

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  Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory

  Jan 1985 - Jan 1985

  Research Assistant

  Research on thermal cycling of photovoltaic cells. Evaluate thermal stress and oxidation properties of silicon solar-cell electrical contacts.

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  Boeing

  Jan 1987 - Jan 1987

  Chemical Engineer

  Research on gas-phase chemical sensors and coated SAW (surface acoustic wave) devices for gas analysis.

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  Hertz Foundation Fellow 88-91

  Jan 1988 - Jan 1991

  Graduate Student Researcher

  Pursue a PhD degree in the applied physical, biological, and engineering sciences with the freedom to innovate and explore their genius in collaboration with leading professors in the field.

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  Chevron

  Jan 1991 - Jan 1997

  Chemical Engineer / Simulations Engineer

  Developed detailed process simulations of refinery operations to train plant operators and analyze plant performance. Programmed using C to develop engineering models and scientific tools to increase simulation accuracy.Accomplishments:- automatic tuning algorithm for process controllers- automatic trending of random simulation variables- dynamic training exercises with scoring features- better vapor-liquid flash calculations (speed, accuracy, stability)- better heat-exchanger modeling (accuracy, speed)- better refinery simulations for refinery optimization, control courses, and operator training- faster dynamic simulation modeling (reduced project time from 6 months to 4 weeks) Show less

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  Bayer

  Jan 1997 - Jan 1998

  Research Engineer

  Study ways to improve recovery of specialty drugs using ultra-filtration methods. Set up lab equipment, run filtration process, take samples, and perform chemical assays. Co-authored frequent updates, research reports, and presentations to peers and management.- investigate how process variables affect filtration quality- assay cell culture for proteins, DNA, and cellular properties- reveal product recovery improvements that save over $1 M/year

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  Data911 Systems

  Apr 1998 - Apr 2010

  Senior Software Engineer

  Lead software engineer for police software systems including Records Management Systems (RMS), photo-lineup, personnel scheduling, document management, and case management.- comprehensive, user-friendly software for police reports- innovative "data-web" methods for efficient data entry, retrieval, investigation, analysis, and reporting- innovative design concepts for powerful, customizable software- database design standards to allow speed, growth, and flexibility- installation, maintenance, upgrades, and data conversions on police databases- criminal booking software for photo mug shots, lineups, and fingerprints- traffic collision reporting software with accident sketches and state-customized reports- integrate with MS Word, Excel, Visio, in-car video, rich-text, magnetic-stripe reader- dynamic and customized agency reports for cases, cites, arrests, DUI, drug, and many more- complex reporting tools including monthly Uniform Crime Reports for DOJ, state arrest and citation reports, and timeline reporting- investigative timeline and link analysis tools- TOAD-like reporting tool for queries, reports, statistics, and graphs- customization tools for user permissions, dictionary maintenance, report routing, team maintenance, form templates, dynamic forms, work flow, and GUI- powerful personnel scheduling software with flexible work schedules, court subpoena calendars, training, vacation, sick-time, holidays, calendar messaging, color-coding, etc.- DataWeb methods to easily search and link fields in relational databases Show less

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  People 4 Public Good

  Apr 2010 - Aug 2017

  Founder

  Affordable Records Management SystemsWe offer a low-cost, high-quality online records management system (RMS) for city, county, and state agencies. Imagine an RMS that can be used by multiple agencies and customized to each one's specific needs. As you phase out expensive legacy systems and move to a single system that allows departments to exchange information and work together more efficiently, our government saves billions of dollars. More budget dollars go to local services for the public good, such as schools, libraries, parks, police, and housing the homeless.Our RMS is easy to use, powerful, and effective. It can be set up to be accessible to employees and citizens as desired. 4good offers free consultations to discuss how our expandable modular RMS can meet your agency's needs and requirements. Show less

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  Verizon Wireless

  Mar 2011 - Jul 2024

  Senior Data Analyst

  Oracle database analyst. Develop and optimize PL/SQL packages to assist in fraud detection. Work in agile environment with business side to monitor and reduce fraudulent orders. Write user stories, use cases, test cases, and release documentation. Combine data sources from many databases for efficient analysis.

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  4Good

  Apr 2024 - now

  CEO/Founder at 4Good

  Innovative Scientist and Engineer, passionate about using technology to drive positive social change. As CEO of 4Good, I lead efforts to provide free software solutions to government agencies, helping save costs that can be redirected to schools, parks, libraries, art, and nature. A Hertz Fellow, I’m committed to advancing impactful solutions that benefit communities. Inspired by John Lennon’s "Imagine," I strive to make the world a better place through science, engineering, and public service.

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  Https://good4good.io/

  Jul 2024 - now

  4Good

  In Nov 1999 i-m-a-gine :: 4Good conceived : software to help mankind and Mother NatureIn July 2024 4Good's dream was launched for good :-)4Good helps government agencies save money and work more efficiently for the Public Good.We provide FREE or low-cost software designed specifically for government needs, enabling cities to:✅ Streamline operations✅ Cut administrative costs✅ Redirect savings to impactful community programsAt 4Good, we use innovation and technology to create meaningful change. We build smarter, more efficient cities that put people first. Let’s make a difference!Your Mission in Life is to find your PurposeYour Purpose in Life is to give it away-Pablo Picasso Show less

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  MUSICKIDS

  Jul 2024 - Dec 2024

  Owner

  CEO 4Good, non-profitFREE records management software for Gov agenciesCities save $$ 4 Public GOOD