
Support Manager at iLike, Inc.
Greater Seattle Area

Support Manager at iLike, Inc.
Greater Seattle Area
As a manager at Seattle's own iLike.com, I strive to ensure that our over 55 million users receive quality support as they explore a new way of music discovery and promotion that engages the full depth of social networking services already in place to provide a convenient and rich experience.
Personally, I've been working in I.T. since 2001 and have since been passionate about facilitating the connection between people and technology. I've been lucky to work in a diverse variety of wonderful environments: biomedical, academic, and now a dot-com startup; and look forward to the continued challenges ahead.
hardware troubleshooting, hardware purchasing, software troubleshooting, user experience, usability, management, WSUS, Microsoft Active Directory and Group Policy, web design, executive liaison
(Privately Held; 11-50 employees; Internet industry)
June 2007 — Present (2 years 6 months)
(Privately Held; 51-200 employees; Internet industry)
January 2008 — 2008 (less than a year)
skillbit™ is a web based application that:
-Discovers your team’s skills and resources
-Archives the information
-Provides intelligence about skills and talent availability
(Non-Profit; Information Technology and Services industry)
May 2007 — July 2007 (3 months)
As a manager in Computer and Information Systems (CIS), I am responsible for development and implementation of technical support processes and procedures; evaluation and recommendation of Help Desk tools; creation and publication of Help Desk materials and documentation; design and implementation of reports to measure performance of Help Desk staff; management of departmental incident tracking system; facilitation of first and second level support for campus computer, network, voice mail and telecommunications systems; and oversight of CIS office operations. I provide advice and assistance regarding faculty, staff and student computing and network operation while managing the Computer and Information Systems Help Desk, including hiring, supervision, technical training, and work assignment of the Help Desk Assistant and 4-5 student employees.
(Educational Institution; 51-200 employees; Information Technology and Services industry)
September 2004 — May 2007 (2 years 9 months)
Acts as a professional liaison representing Computer & Information Systems to the SPU user community. Coordinates computer support activities with multiple user departments and CIS internal teams. Confers with users to determine needs, analyzes those needs, makes systems recommendations and provides design and development support for microcomputer systems hardware and software. Engages in long range planning for desktop computing standards and support.
(Non-Profit; 51-200 employees; Information Technology and Services industry)
2003 — 2004 (1 year )
Assisted the Information Technologies Department in supporting PC/Mac computers and peripherals on a Windows TCP/IP network. Duties included organization of IT supplies, configuring computers, installing and upgrading software/hardware, assisting users, resolving problems, and helping out on projects. Position provided broad exposure to a client/server-based network environment that utilizes the Microsoft product suite and gave valuable and varied PC/Mac systems and networking experience to contribute toward a career in computers or business. Requirements included a working knowledge of computer hardware, Windows, Microsoft Office, an understanding of LAN and Internet connectivity, a demonstration of strong customer service skills, and the ability to communicate well with others.
(Educational Institution; Information Technology and Services industry)
September 2001 — June 2004 (2 years 10 months)
Received Customer Care Excellence award for exceptional customer service
Promoted to Telecommunications Assistant position
Used web design, problem-solving, and computer troubleshooting skills
(Educational Institution; Higher Education industry)
January 2002 — June 2003 (1 year 6 months)
Supervised a dormitory floor of twenty freshmen women
Enforced University policies and organized educational programming
Developed organizational, leadership, and administration skills
(Educational Institution; Information Technology and Services industry)
September 2001 — January 2003 (1 year 5 months)
Supervised use of 25+ computer systems
Assisted with general inquiries regarding computer system operation and use of a broad array of software
Further deepened customer service experience
(Educational Institution; Hospital & Health Care industry)
June 2001 — December 2001 (7 months)
Worked on an assortment of office projects in a team
Specifically addressed insurance facility fee processing
Developed teamwork skills, precision, efficiency, and attention to detail
B.A. , Business Administration, Information Systems , 2001 — 2004
B.A. , Business Administration, Information Systems , 2001 — 2004
A.A. , 1999 — 2001
Leadership in national political association, Seattle Pacific University's Young Alumni Council
Awarded Provost Scholars Award by Seattle Pacific University, 2001 - 2004
Awarded Phi Theta Kappa All-Washington Academic Award by Washington State Governor Locke, 2001