I’ve always loved technology and working with people, so I’ve built my career helping businesses and individuals make the most of the constantly changing world of tech. It all started for me in a basement in Orange County, California. That's where I got my hands dirty with all sorts of systems, from Cisco to Citrix, and even built a data center. It was there I learned the ropes and figured out early on that putting clients first is what matters most.
Over the years, I've become hooked on making connections, whether I was in corporate IT, consulting, startups, or software. I’m known for making sure technology actually helps a business succeed. I cofounded a successful consulting firm, launched a spam filtering business, and helped grow innovative products through direct product management. I also led social media for a global software company where I built online communities that won awards.
This journey continued in my most recent role as the COO and CISO for a major Southern California Managed Service Provider. My job was to level up the company’s operations, make our service even better, and boost profitability. At the same time, I built their cybersecurity and compliance programs from the ground up to protect our company and our clients from the latest digital threats. This role was a perfect mix of my passions for smooth operations and smart planning, letting me build strong, efficient, and secure tech environments for the businesses we supported.
My natural curiosity and my drive to make things better are what fuel my passion for connecting with people, understanding what they need, and creating solutions that make a real difference. I'm a people person AND a technology person. I believe that success comes from serving others and to never stop learning.