Nick Van Hoff

Experience

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  Panavision

  Jul 2014 - Sept 2014

  Software Engineer, Intern

  • Developed a WinForm utility to improve employee data management• Research and Development of a tablet based application to streamline inventory management• Created and optimized MySQL stored procedures and queries• Presented projects to floor managers and company executives

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  AppFolio

  Jun 2015 - Sept 2015

  Software Engineer, Intern

  • Developed a Cordova mobile application within an Internet of Things ecosystem to product test the combination of networked hardware and real-estate management • Conducted customer research to confirm the gain creators and pain relievers of “smart” technology integration • Conveyed critical project milestones and findings to the company on a weekly basis and during a final internship presentation as the team’s Presentation Leader• Practiced Agile methodologies under Scrum management to recognize team goals • Utilized team organization and collaboration tools such as GitHub, Slack, and Kanban boards • Employed test driven development and paired programming practices • Created a motion sensor driven web app to increase department productivity Show less

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  Microsoft

  Jan 2017 - Sept 2019

  Cloud Solution Architect

  • Consulted business decision makers in managed accounts to ensure customer success with Azure Cloud products through innovative design architectures and thoughtful change management, resulting in over $1 billion in closed contracts• Hosted customers and partners at Microsoft Technology Centers for design workshops, reference architectures, technical presentations, empowering customers through cloud adoption• Developed and maintained an internal Cloud Pricing Tool hosted on Azure that enabled Microsoft sellers to generate accurate customer estimates in less than 10 percent of the time originally spent on estimate creation• Served as the Project Manager for a team of nine Azure Governance Architects focused on driving Azure Consumed Revenue by developing sales plays, hosting internal and external governance workshops, and managing an internal Azure Learning Sandbox• Created novel onboarding material and learning sessions to help Inside Sales colleagues effectively learn Azure fundamentals and adopt team processes• Mentored Inside Technical Sales Professionals to accelerate the onboarding process and cultivate team growth Show less

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  Coldwell Banker Realty

  Apr 2020 - Jun 2020

  Real Estate Agent
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  Hythe Realty

  Jun 2020 - Aug 2023

  Executive Director | Global Estate Realtor

  • Managed a large portfolio of clients to complete over 40 real estate transactions per year totaling $30M+ in annual sales• Developed Hythe Realty’s website on Wix using Javascript, MongoDB, and housing data REST API’s, empowering agents to quickly expand their pipeline• Developed a custom data analytics platform that applied an automated valuation model to active listings on the Multiple Listing Service, providing clients with actionable data insights• Customized a CRM, built a digital sales pipeline, and managed a team of 5 focused on new sales development and scaled outreach campaigns• Recruited, interviewed, and crafted an onboarding program to grow the team to 15 sales agents in the first year• Awards in LA Magazine, Pasadena Magazine, and Architecture Digest Show less

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  FAPA.aero

  Oct 2022 - now

  Director of Technology

  • Designed, developed and manage a high-traffic Wix website, attracting over 10,000 monthly visitors, enhancing customer engagement and online presence• Design and manage numerous dynamic databases, optimizing business operations, member services, and industry data analytics to support strategic decision-making and operational efficiency• Integrated third party API Services such as Stripe, Mailchimp, SendGrid, and Twilio to ensure secure and efficient handling of recurring memberships, newsletters, and event notifications• Led a comprehensive change management initiative across a 12-person team, focusing on the adoption of new tools, modern security practices, and the integration of team feedback into feature enhancements, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation• Actively resolve customer support inquiries related to membership services, payment processing, and web service functionalities Show less

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  Hashbranch

  May 2023 - Dec 2023

  Head of Product