
Internet Business & Marketing Specialist
Orlando, Florida Area

Internet Business & Marketing Specialist
Orlando, Florida Area
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I am currently teaching at Full Sail University in Winter Park as the Course Director for the Internet Business Models course as well as the Website Advertising & Design Principles course in the Internet Marketing Bachelor of Science degree program.
I am co-founder of DemsLink.com and past chair of the Seminole County Democratic Party in Florida. My company provides technology, online marketing, and media consulting services to Democratic candidates and organizations. Check out some of our videos at www.demslink.com/videos.asp.
I am also president of InterMedia Solutions, an Internet Marketing and Technology company. I am an experienced database developer and programmer, specializing in Microsoft technologies. I am a Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist in Windows SharePoint Services 3.0 and SharePoint (MOSS) 2007. I have managed and developed projects for such Fortune 500 companies as Office Depot and Lowe's as well as for well-known brands like Popeye's, Church's Chicken, and Cinnabon.
Before moving to Central Florida in 2003, I lived in Atlanta, where I was active in the technology community, often giving presentations at meetings and conferences. I served as an officer of SERIS, the SouthEast Regional Internet Society, as Vice President for Tech Challenges. I was also responsible for the development of Techlanta, a membership and event notification Web site for Atlanta non-profit groups.
Prior to founding InterMedia, I worked in college administration, including implementing financial aid software for a private four-year college. I hold a Master of Arts degree from Emory University, and I graduated Phi Beta Kappa from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Arts degree. I was born and raised in Palm Beach County, Florida.
Political consulting (technology and media), integrated marketing campaigns, media relations, Internet content creation (video, podcasts, copywriting), database development, programming, public speaking, social media marketing, internet marketing, SEO
(Educational Institution; Higher Education industry)
January 2009 — Present (11 months)
I am the Department Chair for the Internet Marketing Bachelor's and Master's degree programs. I also teach the Internet Business Models course and the Website Advertising & Design Principles course in the Internet Marketing Bachelor's degree program.
(Privately Held; 1-10 employees; Information Technology and Services industry)
July 2005 — Present (4 years 5 months)
DemsLink is a service dedicated to providing Democrats with the tools and resources needed to be successful in building strong Democratic organizations and winning elections. We provide Democratic organizations and candidates with personalized service, from website management and online fundraising to voter file management and mass email services. We also provide customized maketing campaigns that integrate web, TV/radio, email, and offline communications.
(Information Technology and Services industry)
June 1999 — Present (10 years 6 months)
Since 1999, InterMedia Solutions, a Microsoft Certified Partner, has been helping businesses establish successful online image and technology strategies. We provide a broad range of offerings, including internet marketing; web, logo, and print design; multimedia & Flash presentations; online branding, marketing, & corporate identity; site content management systems; custom database applications; e-commerce sites; technology integration strategy; technology training (virtual and on-site).
We specialize in Microsoft technologies, including .NET and SQL Server.
(Non-Profit; 51-200 employees; Political Organization industry)
April 2005 — December 2006 (1 year 9 months)
M.A. , History , 1998 — 2002
B.A. , History , 1992 — 1996
internet marketing, online media, new media, pr and media relations, technology, politics, campaigns, political analyst, political consulting, web development, video production, internet business, e-business
Advisory Panel member of the Athena Powerlink program through Rollins College's Center for Entrepreneurship; Past chair of county Democratic Party (Central Florida); former Vice President of Southeast Regional Internet Society (SERIS) in Atlanta; Florida Democratic Party; SharePoint
Phi Beta Kappa (University of Florida), Jacob K. Javits Fellowship (Emory University)