Leonidas Amarant

Experience

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  Sycamore Networks

  May 2000 - Jun 2004

  Web Production Manager

  Hired as web developer, promoted within 6 months to Web Production Manager.Responsible for definition, design, architecture, development and deployment of various portal-based enterprise applications (using Classic ASP and SQL Server in tandem with Plumtree Enterprise Portal), streamlining company specific workflows.Developed multimedia training and installation CD-ROM’s for company’s primary products using Adobe Flash.Led development of multimedia marketing content used on external website and at various trade shows.Worked closely with IT department to maintain servers and to also assure security of all related internal and external applications. Show less

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  Green Beacon Solutions

  Jun 2004 - Jan 2005

  Associate Consultant

  Met with clients to assess business requirements, create appropriate documentation and design workflows to optimize processes using Onyx CRM.Maintained relationship with sizable Boston-based client.

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  Aquidneck Restaurant

  Jan 2005 - Aug 2007

  General Manager

  Planned and managed complete, ground-up re-construction of facility.Transformed small “mom-and-pop-shop” into areas premier, full-service restaurant with added services including: delivery, private functions, full bar, and catering services.Managed Staff of approximately 25 employees.Increased annual sales by more than 350% (from $250K - $900K+) through integrated marketing efforts and new product and service offerings.Led development of new brand presence including logos, signage, menus, uniforms, and all other associated branding material.Maintained gross profit margin of more than 50%.Secured sizeable annual contract with local private school, maintained relationship with school organizers, and successfully renewed contract each subsequent year. Show less

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  401 Web Solutions

  Jan 2006 - now

  Founder

  401 Web Solutions helps small-to-medium sized businesses develop and scale software solutions to support their business needs. Specializing in technology consulting for startups, online marketing, search engine optimization, analytics, and systems integration.

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  Babson College

  Aug 2007 - Aug 2008

  Senior Web Developer

  Directed efforts in establishing project management process for newly created Digital Communications Team.Led development of online peer-to-peer, social networking solution for entrepreneurs. Efforts included leading the creation of all strategic documents (business requirements, functional specifications, wire frames, and design comps) as well as performing regular focus group session.Lead developer for numerous Web sites and online applications, including the college’s MBA and executive education programs, office of the president, campus library, and others.Developed common ASP.Net framework for rapid development of college web sites.Grew MBA program inquiries by 53% through using SEO, SEM, and conversion tracking through Unica NetInsight analytics package. Show less

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  The Endovascular Forum, an IC Sciences Corporation

  Aug 2008 - Jun 2009

  Product Manager

  Led UI re-design, IA re-structuring, new feature development, and online marketing strategy for The Endovascular Forum, an online community for endovascular specialists. Efforts resulted in:- Increased user engagement and improved user experience.- Industry leading, 30% average CTR on e-mail newsletter campaigns.- Increase in membership from 1,500 users to over 5,000 within 3 months.- 100%+, 3-month measurable increase in all KPI’s (unique visitors, page views, and number of members).- First ever revenue generating product for the web site.- Streamlined interactive case publishing workflow. From 1 week+ to 1-2 Days.- Strategic and content partnerships with 4 leading medical societies and 2 major medical conferences.Implemented Web 2.0 strategies including: user generated content, social bookmarking, social site integration, and SEO/SEM.Supported executive sales team in selling advertising to industry players at various trade shows and landing new strategic partnerships. Show less

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  Acushnet Company

  Aug 2009 - now

  Principal Business Systems Analyst

  Leading the development and continuous integration of the Titleist Golf Ball R&D Experiment Management and Testing Platform. Responsibilities include project management, resource hiring and management, requirements gathering and specification writing, user experience, development operations, information architecture, systems architecture, database design, user interface design, hands-on application development, and continuous integration. Technologies and tools utilized include ASP.Net MVC, .Net Web API, c#, Razor View Engine, Entity Framework, LINQ, SOA, WCF (OData), Web API, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, jQuery, Ajax, Silverlight, Visual Studio, SQL Server, Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Visio, Microsoft Project, Atlassian JIRA, and Subversion. Show less

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  Tides Newport

  Oct 2017 - now

  Owner

  The Tides is located steps from Newport’s Easton’s Beach (First Beach) and consists of two, 3,200+ sqft luxury town homes with open decks and gorgeous views of the ocean and Cliff Walk. “Sea Side” has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, and “High Tide”, has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. Both units span three spacious floors and feature multiple master suites and an open concept kitchen/living space specifically designed for entertaining large parties. The accommodations were designed to comfortably host family vacations, large parties, corporate retreats, and wedding parties visiting Newport Rhode Island. Our team works directly with local event planners in Newport to provide an unparalleled guest experience to travelers visiting Newport, RI and the surrounding area. Show less