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Christopher Wilkinson

Christopher Wilkinson

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Info Development Engineer & Tech Instructor.; Adjunct Prof., Public Speaker & eLearning Professional

  • Education

    • University of Massachusetts Lowell

      2006 - 2009
      Bachelor's Degree Political Science and Government Cum Laude

      Activities and Societies: 2007-2010 International Relations Club, IRC Secretary 2007, IRC President 2008, IRC TA 2009, 2008 UMLMUN Chair Security Council, 2009 UMLMUN Chair NATO, 2010 UMLMUN Chair Security Council. Best Delegate and top honors in multiple international Model UN conferences, recipient of the Creesy Endowment Award for Poly Sci excellence 2008, recipient of the Outstanding University Service Award 2009, Graduated with honors in Political Science 2009.

    • University of Massachusetts Lowell

      2009 - 2011
      Masters Degree Economics: Regional Economic and Social Development

      Activities and Societies: RESD graduate student club, President of RESD club, voted graduate organization of the year 2010-2011 Concentration in Macro Economics, Trade, and Social DevelopmentMaster's Thesis on Economic and Social Impact of MMO Virtual Markets and Identities

    • Middlesex Community College

      2002 - 2005
      Associate's Degree Graphic Design and Advertising

      Coursework in photography, typography and web layout with a focus on advertising.

  • Experience

    • University of Massachusetts Lowell

      Sept 2010 - now

      - Oversaw external engagement with an estimated value of projects, sponsorships, and contracts over $500k, expanding engagement and sponsorships (up 66% 2012 – 2020.)- Established communication standards for public/private engagement reducing response time from 72 to 24 hours.- Directed external partnerships and engagement with city-wide festivals including the Lowell Folk Festival with over 100k visitors each year.- Implemented university-wide data collection portal for economic and community engagement numbers for collegiate designations.- Director and university liaison for the Learning in Retirement Association.- University representative on various executive boards, including local and regional chamber of commerce and business organizations. Show less

      • Adjunct Professor, Political Science

        Jan 2012 - now

      • Adjunct Professor, Continuing Education

        Sept 2011 - now

      • Government & Community Relations Coordinator

        Feb 2016 - Jul 2020

      • Community Relations Coordinator

        Feb 2014 - Feb 2016

      • Center for Arts and Ideas

        Jan 2011 - Jan 2014

      • Grant Research Position

        Jun 2011 - Sept 2011

      • Teaching Assistant

        Sept 2010 - May 2011

    • Techfourfive L.L.C.

      Jul 2013 - now
      Co-Founder, Owner

      Application-specific, custom built personal computers for cryptocurrency, scientific calculation, modeling/simulation, & gaming.techfourfive is a NH certified business in good standing. www.techfourfive.com

    • Self-employed

      Jan 2014 - now
      Guest Lecturer, Trainer

      Academic specialization and interests include economics, monetary instruments, cryptocurrency and blockchain applications, finance, virtual economies, politics and policies of virtual goods, political theory, food politics, and technology and social media's relationship with power dynamics.Guest Lecturer | Innovation Hub Tech Speaker Series, iHub Haverhill, MANov 2019, Blockchain and CryptocurrencyNov 2018, The Dark Web Guest Lecturer | Edgewood Retirement Community, North Andover, MAJan 2021, Game Industry Market AnalysisNov 2020, Cambridge Analytica ScandalJuly 2020, Blockchain and CryptocurrencyOct 2019, Politics of WaterOct 2018, Politics of Food Guest Lecturer | Learning in Retirement Association, Lowell, MAJuly 2021, Cambridge Analytica Scandal (upcoming)June 2020, Blockchain and CryptocurrencyJune 2018, Politics of FoodFeb 2017, The Dark WebJan 2016, CCD, Systemics and Commercial BeesJan 2015, Politics of WaterJune 2014, Politics of FoodGuest Lecturer | Lawrence Public Library, Pepperell, MAOct 2018, Politics of FoodTechnical Trainer | Learning in Retirement AssociationMarch 2020, Zoom TutorialTechnical Trainer | Edgewood Retirement Oct 2020, Computer LiteracyAugust 2020, Zoom Tutorial Show less

    • Juniper Networks

      May 2021 - now

      Technical course developer for Juniper and Juniper Mist AI Solutions. • JSDWAN, Deploying and Managing SDWAN with Juniper Mist AI• IJMA, Introduction to Juniper Mist AI.• JSSS, Deploying and Managing Juniper SD-WAN with Session Smart Routers.• Technical content writer for Juniper Mist AI solutions, WAN Assurance.• Session Smart SME• JNCIS Mist AI Wired & Wireless; JNCIA Junos Technical content, course developer, and technical trainer for Juniper AI Driven SD-WAN Solutions. Session Smart Router SME, Session Smart Conductor based JSSS instructional development engineer and technical instructor. Mist WAN Assurance JSDWAN course co-author and instructional development engineer. JNCIA Junos, JNCIA Mist AI Certified, Mist Master Conduct needs-analysis to assess and identify the required learning for engineering teams. Plan, create or curate the tutorials and training to support stakeholder needs. Analyze the effectiveness of training programs and create plans to continually improve content and delivery. Create and manage training documentation and presentations. Both online and live delivery of training – webinars, workshops and classroom training to customers and partners. Live delivery of training – webinars, workshops and classroom training to customers and partners. Create and manage Training documentation and presentations.

      • Information Development Engineer 4

        Jun 2024 - now

      • Information Development Engineer III

        Jun 2023 - Jun 2024

      • Information Development Engineer II

        Jun 2022 - Aug 2023

      • Training Specialist II

        May 2021 - Jun 2022

  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Christopher Wilkinson
      The Haskell Memorial Award for Distinguished Teaching UMass Lowell Continuing Education Apr 2016 Award given to a single faculty member at UMass Lowell based on student feedback, reviews and nomination process. The Haskell Memorial Award for Distinguished Teaching was established in memory of William Haskell, who was revered among students for his teaching. Each year, the Division of Continuing Studies solicits nominations and selects a faculty member who personifies the spirit and teaching excellence of the award’s namesake.

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Guest Lecturer

      Issued by Edgewood, A LifeCare Community on Jun 2020
      Edgewood, A LifeCare CommunityAssociated with Christopher Wilkinson

    • Guest Lecturer

      Issued by Learning in Retirement Association (LIRA) on Jun 2020
      Learning in Retirement Association (LIRA)Associated with Christopher Wilkinson

    • Guest Lecturer

      Issued by iHub Haverhill - Tech Speaker Series on Oct 2019
      iHub Haverhill - Tech Speaker SeriesAssociated with Christopher Wilkinson

    • Guest Lecturer

      Issued by iHub Haverhill - Tech Speaker Series on Oct 2018
      iHub Haverhill - Tech Speaker SeriesAssociated with Christopher Wilkinson

    • Guest Lecturer

      Issued by Edgewood, A LifeCare Community on Aug 2018
      Edgewood, A LifeCare CommunityAssociated with Christopher Wilkinson

    • Guest Lecturer

      Issued by Learning in Retirement Association (LIRA) on Jun 2018
      Learning in Retirement Association (LIRA)Associated with Christopher Wilkinson

    • Guest Lecturer

      Issued by Lawrence Public Library on Jan 2018
      Lawrence Public LibraryAssociated with Christopher Wilkinson

    • Guest Lecturer

      Issued by Learning in Retirement Association (LIRA) on Jan 2017
      Learning in Retirement Association (LIRA)Associated with Christopher Wilkinson

    • Guest Lecturer

      Issued by Learning in Retirement Association (LIRA) on Jul 2017
      Learning in Retirement Association (LIRA)Associated with Christopher Wilkinson

    • Guest Lecturer

      Issued by Learning in Retirement Association (LIRA) on Jul 2014
      Learning in Retirement Association (LIRA)Associated with Christopher Wilkinson