Numbers, technology, and mysticism have always captivated me. I continue to seek understanding of the mechanics of the Universe.
I hold a Master of Science degree in Information Technology, a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics and an Associate of Applied Science degree in Aviation Management.
I also completed advanced training in Artificial Intelligence and hold two certifications and am currently in more training:
1000xAI Certified AI Trainer (CAIT), Advanced 3 Day In-Person Training
March 16-18, 2024 | Dorado Beach, Puerto Rico | https://1000xai.com/
1000xAI Certified AI Specialist (CAIS), 3 Day In-person Training
January 24 - 26, 2024 | Salt Lake City, Utah | https://1000xai.com/
Executive AI Operating System Bootcamp
May 2026 - Present | Leading with AI, LLC | https://www.leadingwithai.com/
Elite AI Operator Certification Training
May 2026 - Present | Leading with AI, LLC | https://www.leadingwithai.com/
Developmental Mathematics Department Coordinator & Math Instructor
2008 - 2006: Department leader of the Developmental Mathematics Program and full time faculty member. Established portfolio of in-person and hybrid mathematics courses overseeing 400+ students per 16-week semester; Supervised 10 part-time faculty members and eight student math lab assistants; Successful project leader for implementing innovative online math courses in hybrid model. Project manager for installing, training, and maintaining Smart Boards classrooms. Responsible for master course schedule for all algebra classes and staffed with instructors. Full time faculty member teaching full course-load of algebra courses. Also managed all GSPE (General Studies) program and created first for-credit yoga courses; College yoga instructor; Participation on faculty committees and college lead for service awards ceremony.
Mathematics Specialists & Lead Math Tutor
2006 - 2003: Supported developmental math coordinator to assist students in preparing for college-level math courses; served as lead tutor in academic support center; lead tutoring sessions for individuals and small groups
Golden Key International Honour Society
Professional Development Award
Treehouse Learning Student Award
Veteran's Upward Bound Mathematics & Science Program
June - July 2002 | Humboldt State University
About: In-residence summer program studying and applying mathematics with a focus on pre-calculus.
Undergraduate Research Summer Project - Web-based Mathematics
May - July 2003 | Kent State University
About: Research partnership between Sheperd University and Kent State University where one mathematics student and one computer science student were selected by faculty to participate in an independent research project on the topic of mathematics in online learning environments. I created content for the online course module based on linear algebra.
NSF Scholarship Recipient
2001, 2002, 2003 | Shepherd University
About: Recipient of National Science Foundation scholarship three consecutive years as an undergraduate mathematics student
Mathematics Spirit Award Recipent
2003, 2004 | Shepherd University
About: One mathematics student is chosen by mathematics department faculty to receive the award based on merit, performance, and attitude.
Math Club President
2005 | Shepherd University
About: Elected as President of the Math Club with responsibilities of leading club activities in fund raising, mathematic career opportunities, and community events.
Online Faculty Community Platform
2012-2011 | American Public University System
About: Project team member for developing a platform to security unify an online community for 2000 faculty members for an online University system.
Center for Teaching and Learning Website
2010 | American Public University System
About: Lead technologist and content manager for new Center for Teaching and Learning Website that included a secure login area with front-facing webpages serving 2000 faculty members and 600 staff members.
Faculty Development Online Training Program
2011 - 2010 | American Public University System
About: Lead technologist for developing an online training program to train 2000 faculty members on usage of new Learning Management System within the Center for Teaching and Learning
Mobile Computer Lab
2008 | Blue Ridge Community and Technical College
About: Project leader and implementation department leader collaborating with Information Technology department to establish a mobile computer lab that enables students to use laptops in the classroom to complete online mathematics assignments. Required collaboration with Pearson Hall publishing company for Learning Management System integration.
Smart Board Installation for Classroom Instruction
2007 | Blue Ridge Community and Technical College
About: Project leader and implemenation department leader of installation of Smart Boards for four classrooms to enhance technology and uplevel instructional mediums for faculty members.
Hybrid Online Mathematics Course Development
2006 | University of Wisconsin-Stout & Shepherd Community and Technical College
About: Project leader and implementation department leader for development of online mathematics for basic algebra courses. Lead a pilot program and research crossover with University of Wisconsin-Stout. The project implement hybrid online mathematic courses for 400 students.