Technology Generalist & Integration Leader
Technology generalist with 20+ years of experience building scalable solutions and leading cross-functional teams. While creating large scale solutions is challenging, what I enjoy most is creating tools that make users' jobs easier and more efficient.
My career in software development began at the dawn of interactive web development—before AJAX was coined and jQuery existed. Back then, we built dynamic experiences with plain JavaScript and remote scripting techniques, pushing the boundaries of what browsers could do. Today, I'm leveraging AI agents across the entire software development lifecycle, from design and coding to testing and deployment.
What sets my perspective apart is extensive experience with low-code and model-driven platforms. I cut my teeth on COOL:Gen building enterprise middleware, spent years with Visual LANSA modernizing IBM iSeries systems, and now lead a team delivering integration solutions with MuleSoft. These tools taught me that the best solution isn't always the most technically elegant—it's the one that solves the problem efficiently and can be maintained by the team you have.
This breadth of experience has made me pragmatic rather than dogmatic about technology choices. I've seen paradigms come and go, watched "best practices" evolve, and learned that context matters more than convention. Whether it's hand-crafted code or a low-code platform, the right tool depends on the problem, the team, and the constraints you're working within.
Throughout my career, I've worn many hats—developer, architect, team lead, and mentor. What I enjoy most is creating tools that make users' jobs easier and helping teams navigate the ever-changing technology landscape with clarity and purpose.
Express Employment International
Participated in digital transformation initiative while building and leading integration team. Started by modernizing IBM iSeries systems with Visual LANSA, then researched and selected MuleSoft as the enterprise integration platform. Established hybrid MuleSoft platform with on-premise runtimes and CloudHub, progressing to manager and senior manager roles. Currently leading team of 6 MuleSoft developers as part of the "Integration Hub" strategy.
Paycom
Worked with a team developing a Windows Forms application in C# that maintained tax documents.
MTM Recognition
Developed web-based applications for internal and external customers using primarily C# and Java. Conducted research and evaluation of new technologies for system modernization, with expertise in Visual LANSA for IBM AS400/iSeries platforms. Implemented and maintained AWS infrastructure while mentoring new hires.
Tarleton State University
Developed numerous web applications for faculty and staff using ASP and JavaScript. Responsible for all phases of web application development including requirements gathering, analysis, implementation, deployment, maintenance, training, and demonstrations.
The Innovation Group
Web and COOL:Gen developer for an insurance policy administration (IPA) application. Contributed to both frontend and middleware development, leveraging web technologies and COOL:Gen framework.
Tarleton State University
1997 - 2000
MuleSoft
January 2022
Passionate angler specializing in fly fishing for Redfish in inshore waters. Love the challenge of pursuing these powerful fish.
Dedicated craftsperson creating handmade furniture and home projects in the workshop.