About me
Since becoming a professional, I’ve developed two passions: 1) Making software solutions that are valuable and predictable; 2) Raising the bar for software development in the Upper Midwest region. I started Prominent in the fall of 2009 as an independent software developer and I’ve served in nearly every role in software development - including developer, development lead, architect, quality assurance and project manager. Now, I focus on setting the direction and vision for the best software development company (if I must say so myself) in the Upper Midwest. This includes strategic solutioning, software development process improvement and team leadership. I'm having more fun now than I've ever had before as a professional. This has everything to do with the amazing team we have at Prominent. It is a privilege to guide this great team.
Expertise
Custom software development, solutions architecture, executive advisory and business/relationship management.
Superpowers
Three things come to mind for my superpowers:
- An extreme ability to analyze, and sometimes over-analyze, nearly anything without letting emotions taint the analysis.
- A vastly superior sense of smell compared to normal humans.
- I put my pants on both legs at the same time.
Hobbies
Discussing business and entrepreneurship, theology, video games, target shooting, travel, quality restaurants (especially fast food), and anything fun with my wife and kids.
Articles I’ve Written
Why You Want The Whole Team Not Just One Player
reasons you hire Prominent to write software instead of a developer in his garage
10 Powerful Responses to World-Changing Situations - Part 2
the steps Prominent has taken during the coronavirus pandemic
10 Powerful Responses to World-Changing Situations - Part 1
the steps Prominent has taken during the coronavirus pandemic
Where We're Going
what's to come for 2020 and beyond
The Story of the Prominent Logo
the history and reason behind our recent rebrand