SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS


A proven leader and manager with significant, hands on information technology, operations, strategic planning, and financial experience. Demonstrated abilities and success in:

 
Leadership
Information Technology
Problem Solving
Strategic Planning
Team Building
Organization
Communications
Finance


RECENT EXPERIENCE
  • Authored numerous competitive grants, including SaTL and Assistive Technology grants
  • Implemented the use of TestWiz within the district for MCAS data analysis
  • Led the effort to re-write the district library/media curriculum and align it with state and national standards
  • Designed and implemented systems and procedures for entering, maintaining, and submitting DOE SIMS and SPED data
  • Led the project to select and install a sophisticated digital audio/video PC based world language laboratory
  • Led the effort to re-write the K-8 technology curriculum and align it with ISTE standards and Massachusetts frameworks
  • Developed and taught one of ten on-line courses in a new graduate program in instructional technology
  • Implemented Cisco Network Academy program in the high school
  • Implemented student staffed help desk, training students to resolve technology problems for staff and students
  • Performed master scheduling for both the high school and the middle school
  • Converted IBM System 36 school finance system to Wondows based CompuSense client/server system
  • Implemented district-wide web-based SPED IEP database and provided user training and support
  • Converted CIMS IBM System 36 student management system to Windows based SQL client/server system
  • Implemented district-wide facilities work order and project management system
  • Implemented district-wide SQL based health office record keeping software system
  • Designed and implemented a district-wide WAN providing high speed connections between all district buildings
  • Implemented district-wide point of sale systems for Food Service management
  • Specified, installed, configured and maintained all technology related items in an 4200 student, 1500 computer, 8 building K12 school district
  • Developed and implemented a “trainer the trainer” model for technology staff development
  • Designed and implemented the $4.5 million voice, video, and data infrastructure installation projects in six elementary schools
  • Designed and implemented the 2,000 drop, $1.5 million voice, video, and data infrastructure installation project in a 200,000 square foot high school
  • Provided high quality education, training and support to district technology users
  • Installed, configured and maintained First Class mail servers and SMTP mail gateways
  • Installed. configured and maintained high speed Internet connections including firewalls and content filtering
 

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY


Stoughton Public Schools 1997-present
Administrator of Educational Technology for a K-12 public school district.


Managed all administrative and instructional technology in the district, including technology teachers, library/media centers, and high school information technology department. Led the acquisition, deployment, operation and support of all administrative and instructional technology-related items in an 4,200 student, 400 educator, 1,500 computer, 8 building K12 school district. Developed and managed budgets and capital investments related to information technology, support, and professional development. Developed complete technology support program, including student staffed help desk. Designed and implemented LAN's and WAN's. Developed and maintained district and school web sites. Implemented and maintained all administrative systems, including student information and financial systems. Led curriculum development teams.


Framingham State College 1999-present
Adjunct faculty member in the Master's of Education in Curriculum and Instructional Technology program


Developed and taught on-line graduate courses in education in the area of curriculum and instructional technology.


Management Consultant 1995-present
Self employed management consultant specializing in helping small manufacturers effectively use technology.


Implemented enterprise wide fully integrated Fourth Shift MRPII/financial system. Designed and implemented a full standard cost and production control system. Developed financial models, budgeting systems and procedures. Developed an international sales network. Developed a promotional program, including development of literature, advertising, and direct mail response. Installed Novell LAN and developed operating procedures. Designed and implemented World Wide Web sites. Implemented multi-protocol TCP/IP - IPX/SPX network, including router configuration.


Benthos, Inc. 1977-1995
President/CEO, Vice President and senior manager of Benthos, Inc., a $12MM, 120 employee NASDAQ listed manufacturer of electronic instruments used in the marine and food processing industries.


Diversified by focusing on an existing business, growing sales from $1 million to $5 million over 4 years through R&D investment and re-organization. Changed the company from engineering driven to a market driven organization. Re-organized the company’s two divisions and implemented profit center accounting. Developed a highly qualified and motivated management team. Implemented a three year rolling business planning and budgeting cycle. Formed strategic partnerships with domestic and international companies. Achieved ISO-9001 registration. Built a network of consultants to economically provide needed expertise in key areas. Implemented employee involvement teams throughout the company. Developed an extensive employee training and education program. Organized the Massachusetts Ocean Technology Network. Managed relations with employees, bankers, auditors, stockholders, and Board of Directors.


EDUCATION


Ed.D., Johnson and Wales University, 2000.
MBA with highest honors, Suffolk University, 1985.
BS with highest honors, UMASS Dartmouth, 1977.