Sales and Management

My ideal position would be where I could fully utilize my business and financial acumen to achieve my company goals and objectives.

Carteret Mortgage Corporation - Centerville, VA - Loan Officer (5-2007 to 8-2008)
I originated residential mortgages, analyzed credit reports, counseled clients on the optimum loan program and placed the loan with the best lender. I marketed via email newsletter, education seminars, realtor support services and referral. Originated in DE, NJ, PA

ACA Mortgage - Dover, DE - Loan Officer (5-2006 to 5-2007) (Recruited to national brokerage)
I originated residential mortgages, analyzed credit reports, counseled clients on the optimum loan program and placed the loan with the best lender. I marketed via newspaper advertising, loan shows, realtor support services and referral. Originated in DE, PA, MD

The IT Guys, LLC - Dover, DE - Owner / Technology Consultant (5-2003 to 4-2006) (Career change)
I provided consulting services to business and individuals for commercial office and home office. I provided proposals and management services to update and optimize efficiencies, reduce paper usage, as well as mobile solutions. DE and eastern shore of MD

Biztec, Inc – Dover, DE - Owner / Technology Consultant (1-1999 to 5-2003) (Sold interests to Partner)
We developed and implement technology solutions and business automation. We built workstations and servers, installed networks and provided onsite employee training. Microsoft Certified Partner and Intel Product Dealer. DE and eastern shore of MD

SR Computers – Dover, DE - Solution Developer (11-1996 to 12-1998) (Started my own business)
I develop solutions to improve business process and efficiency using MS Excel and Access. DE only

Jostens - Owatana, MN - Information Support Specialist (10-1995 to 10-1996) (Relocated to DE)
I wrote adhoc reports and managed the P&L and budgets for the Customer Services Department

South African Army - Pretoria, South Africa - Corporal - National Service (Honorable Discharge)
Serviced in a logistics command conducting operations planning for an Armored Division

Wilmington University - Dover, DE – MBA - Concentration in Finance (currently enrolled - Graduation expected 4-2010)
Wilmington University – Dover, DE - Bachelor of Science (4-2003 to 8-2007)
Cornell University - Ithaca, NY - Home Study Program - Food Service Management Program (7-1987 to 12-1988)
Carter High School - Pietermaritzburg, South Africa - Matriculation with Distinction (1983) - School Colors awarded (Lettered) for Rugby (1982 and 1983)

State Of New Jersey - Mortgage Solicitors License (9-2007 to 8-2009)
Central DE Chamber of Commerce – Leadership Central Delaware (9-2004 to 6-2005)
Resource Associates Corporation – Certified Facilitator (5-2004)
New Horizon Learning Center - Microsoft Certified Professional (3-1999)
South African Army College – Officer’s Candidate School - South Africa (10-1985 to 6-1986)

Microsoft - (Case Study published by Microsoft)
Bathroom Renovator Updates its Business Operation for Greater Efficiency and Sales
Wendover - (Case Study, not published)
Fast Food Chain Automates Data Gathering Process for Greater Efficiency and Sales
JAC Cetera - (Case Study, not published)
USAF Automated Fuel Receipt Tracking System for Increasing Accuracy and Efficiency
State of Delaware - (Educational Seminar)
Presenting with Confidence
Baltimore Hartford Entrepreneurs Club - (Business Presentation)
Business Growth Analysis
International Association of Administrative Professionals - (Keynote Address)
Stand Up and Be Heard - Presenting on the Job

Achievements

Capital City Rotary - Member (2002 to present)
Director of Club Services (2006)

Lions International - Member (2000 to 2003)
Ralph Helm Fellowship awarded (2003)

South African Army - National Service (7-1985 to 7-1987)
Commanding Officer’s Commendation Award (6-1987)

Toastmaster International - Member (1987 to present)
Offices Held
Area 13 Governor – 2 terms (7-2005 to 6-2007)
New Club Mentor – Astra Zeneca Brandywine Club (2006)
Club President - 2 terms (2005 and 2006)
VP of Membership (2004)
VP of Public Relations – 2 terms (1987 and 1988)
Awards
Hall of Fame (2006)
Triple Crown recipient (2006)
Certificates
Advanced Toastmaster Silver ATM-S (2006)
Advanced Toastmaster Bronze ATM-B (2006)
Competent Leader CL (2005)
Competent Toastmaster CTM (2005)