Experienced technology professional with proven skills in technical design and analysis. Background in technical areas within information systems includes expertise in user-centered functional design for web and mobile applications, information architecture, user interface design, business and systems analysis, client-side technologies, desktop systems deployment architecture and usability. Excellent organizational and communication skills. Seasoned project manager and technical writer. Microsoft MVP since 1997.  Member of Usability Professionals Association since 2004.
Medtronic ~ BT Syntegra ~ Periscope ~ West Group ~ Loucks & Associates ~ Malcolm Pirnie, Inc. ~ LaserMaster ~ Bank of Montreal

Medtronic
Minneapolis, MN
2004-present

User-Centered Design Engineer
Provide functional design, information architecture, business analysis and user interface design specifications for Web applications. Design and perform usability testing and acceptance tests.

BT Syntegra
Minneapolis, MN
2000-2004

Senior Consultant/Design Authority
Provided functional design, information architecture and user interface design specifications for applications related to systems integration projects for clients, by facilitating requirements gathering sessions and performing business analysis. Designed and perform usability tests and acceptance tests. As a mobility consultant, worked closely with customers to define requirements and design mobile computing solutions, including Wi-Fi and applications for handheld devices such as PocketPC and Blackberry.  Developed practice methodology around voice over IP communications offering.  Worked on team to develop specific project management and development methodology for application design, development and delivery. Volunteered as a facilitator for internal business transformation activities.  People manager for technical consultants.

Periscope
Minneapolis, MN
1999-2000

Producer, Interactive
Oversaw all aspects of web site design and development projects for clients for the Interactive division of this advertising and marketing agency by working closely with clients to clearly define site design and technical specifications, and used monitoring tools and techniques to ensure project deliverables met those specifications.  Awarded "The One Show" Gold Award (2000) for Periscope Interactive Promotional CD-ROM.

West Group
Eagan, MN
1994-1999

Systems Architect/Design Leader, Desktop Services Group, 1997 to 1999 
Member of a functional group that developed desktop computing standards, establishing direction of projects to deploy software to internal users.  Acted in formal role as technical mentor for project and group leaders. Notable projects include Internet Project, Microsoft Office, Office Automation and Workstation Backup. In a formal role as Technology Liaison, coordinated software rollout efforts between developer groups and technical support groups, and developed standards for developer and client-server desktop component configuration and distribution. Also led a new employee training project.

Lead Consultant, 1996-1997
Directly managed seven consultants, providing technical guidance and workload management.  Provided first or second-level computer technical support to 50+ end users.  Acted as project lead on assigned projects, including the Internet Project, and the Microsoft Office project.

Senior Consultant, 1995-1996 
Provided support for 200-300 computer users in the Technology Department.  As the Project Leader for Computer Security, implemented virus protection software on all PCs, automated distribution of software and provided ongoing maintenance.  Developed and maintained extensive training program for new employees, ensuring technical and management skill development needs were met, using a combination of mentoring and classroom training.

Consultant, 1994-1995
Provided first-level technical support to 200-300 computer users in Technology Department. Participated in and led projects as assigned.

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Loucks & Associates, Inc.
Maple Grove, MN
1993-1994

Administration Manager
Managed all business administration functions; developed computerized accounting system; implemented 401(k) plan; implemented health insurance plan; formalized payroll system; hired and directly supervised administrative staff.

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Malcolm Pirnie, Inc.
Minneapolis, MN
1992-1993

Administrative Assistant
Managed all financial and office administration functions; performed accounts receivable and accounts payable functions; directly supervised clerical staff.

LaserMaster Corporation
Eden Prairie, MN
1991-1992

Senior Software Technician, Quality Assurance
Led QA staff in software release projects; developed testing methods and established criteria for testing; evaluated and solved problems with software; provided high-level customer technical support; received Silver Eagle Award for Excellence for project work.

Bank of Montreal
Houston, TX
1985-1991

Administration Manager, Special Accounts Management Unit, 1989-1991
Developed computer information management and reporting systems; provided office support for administration of $900 million delinquent loan portfolio; hired and directly supervised administrative and clerical staff.

Account Administrator, 1988-1989
Developed and implemented information management systems; provided office support for management of $400 million loan portfolio; hired and directly supervised clerical staff.

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