With over 15 years of leadership experience and the founding of two non-profit organizations, I look to use my skills and connections to create large impact for positive change.
2021 - Present
Working on bridging the digital divide between makers and boaters in the United States and Mexico.
2016 - Present
Help maker organizations amplify the passion, innovation, creativity, and diversity of the maker community, to maximize both local and global
impact.
2013 - Present
Maker Faire has been dubbed "The Greatest Show and Tell on Earth!" It's a place for creative people to show off the things they have made.
2012 - 2021
Worked with and managed many large companies IT solutions. Worked with large scale Mac/PC integration.
2018 - 2020
A community center that features Pittsburgh’s first tool lending library as well as a makerspace.
2013 - 2019
Pittsburgh's First Makerspace focused on giving people access to tools, skills, and community.
Rebuilt HackPGH, Pittsburgh's first makerspace so that it yielded a ten fold increase in revenue and a sustainable ecosystem.
Grew the community three fold and more than doubled it's space and tooling.
Drafted training and curriculums for classes.
Charted outreach and external events with local and national organizations. One example being; Hosted a National Manufacturing Day conference in 2017. An event attended by many, including the City of Pittsburgh and the Secretary of Pennsylvania.
Chaired an initiative with local government to rebuild a city park in an underprivileged area, changing it into a smart park.
Created pathways for stakeholders to grow their skills, find higher paying jobs, and further their education.
2007 - 2012
Helped lead multiple store openings while actively mentoring employees. Managed the servers and security systems in the store. Regularly visited and supported other stores. Worked on repairing and finding the right solutions for customers and their machines.
Inclusion, Diversity and Racial Justice
2018 - 2019
Specialized Computer and Network Technology (A)
2001 - 2003
I have been sailing around the Sea of Cortez on and off since March of 2021. It's been spectactular visiting remote places, connecting with others, and sharing knowledge.
I enjoy digial design and often design things for myself and share them for free with the world.
I play the piano, violin, uke, guitar, and theremin. I also enjoy DJing electronic music.