Open Source Specialist

Joomla - expert developer/administrator
Wordpress - expert developer/administrator

Work with several other platforms… Drupal, SugarCRM,vTiger,Pligg,Dolphin,etc…. Like anyone really cares… right? I'm 28 years of age, specializing in Open Source Technology. Everything from business sites and software to personal blogging tools.. like wordpress. I've built my current profession upon this stuff, earning clientele and partners from all over the world. Primarily I work with business and organizations, helping determine the best software and implementation processes.

Who should and should not read this resume…  

Please continue reading only if you and/or your organization:

1. Welcomes out-of-the-box strategies and tactics
2. Encourages Innovation
3. Strives to be the best
4. Has a unique business model 
5. Wants substantial growth

The Open ReSource

As an open source specialist, I possess strong industry knowledge and a clear understanding of open source technology and “Web 2.0” principles and concepts. I have understanding of available open source technology, how it’s implemented, and the accommodating licensing guidelines.  Expertise includes search engine marketing/optimization, viral marketing/presence, strategic marketing concepts and practices, content management, customer relationship management, and offshore development solutions. Additional strengths include PHP/MySQL based web development. 5 year developer and solution provider using the following platforms: Joomla!, Drupal, Wordpress, SugarCRM, and more.

Objective:

When opening the doors to new opportunities, whether new clients or employers, I look for unique, young-minded, innovative individuals and companies who strive to lead… and refuse to follow..

Education

University of New Mexico…..1999-2003

Albuquerque, NM

MBA - Master of Business Administration

• 3.65 Overall GPA        

Professional experience

Daynger, Inc…..2005-Present       

Albuquerque, NM

Owner/Founder – Application Engineer

• Product Development
• Project Management
• Search engine optimization/marketing
• Open source solutions consulting/Offshore development consulting

OS Strategies, Inc…..2004-Present       

Reno, NV

V.P. Business Development

• Product Development, Branding, and Positioning
• International customer relationship management
• Plan, direct and lead international sales strategies
• Develop and maintain strong business relationships with key partners
• Negotiate contracts, coordinating complex decision-making processes, overcome objections
• Develop strategies to obtain new leads and opportunities

cFares, Inc…..2007       

Redwood Shores, CA

Application Engineer

• Project planning and implementation
• Content management system development
• Search engine marketing strategies
• Open source solutions consulting

Skills

Business Development

• Strategic Partnerships
• Sales and Marketing
• Corporate Branding
• Product Conceptualization and Development
• Strong closing skills
• Search Engine Marketing/Optimization
• Open source evaluation/consultation - Determining the appropriate open source technology    

Application and Web Development

• Coding: PHP, HTML, XHTML, CSS
• Content Management Systems 
• Customer Relationship Management Systems
• Social Network/Bookmark Platforms
• Joomla!
• Drupal
• Wordpress
• SugarCRM
• Elgg, Dolphin, Pligg

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