New York City Metropolitan Area
As the VP of Data Engineering at Major League Baseball (MLB), I lead a team of 20 talented engineers who manage and transform data from 126 sources and 3PB daily. I focus on redefining data engineering by hiring talent, getting the team on Scrum, working closely with Product to define epics and stories, and meeting the needs of the leagues, clubs, and departments. My Leadership Style focuses on the development of Engineers by establishing foundational skillsets, using emotional intelligence, and pushing for a culture of critical thought. This is done with a focus on People, Processes, and Technology in that order. Areas of Expertise: Technology Innovation & Implementation: Proven ability to identify and implement innovative technologies to improve business processes. Product Development Lifecycle: Experienced in managing the entire product development lifecycle, from ideation to launch. Project Management & Execution: Proficient in leading and executing projects on time and within budget to achieve strategic objectives. Strategic Leadership & Visionary Direction: Skilled in providing visionary leadership and strategic direction to drive innovation and growth. Team Building & Development: Experienced in building and developing highperforming teams to achieve organizational objectives. Agile & Lean Methodologies: Skilled in implementing Agile and Lean methodologies to improve efficiency and adaptability. Software Development: Knowledgeable in software development processes and methodologies to deliver high-quality products. Technical Proficiencies: Node.js, ReactJS, FullStack Development, AWS, Git/GitHub, SQL, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, MongoDB, Agile Methodologies, JSON, Bootstrap, Cloud Solutions (MiCloud, GCP), Unified Communications (MiCloud), B2B/B2C applications. I have a Master of Science in Technology Management from Columbia University, and I am passionate about delivering technology solutions that drive innovation and revenue growth. I have 16+ years of experience as a CTO, tech advisor, technology strategist, and software engineer, working with startups and fortune 500 companies in various industries. I also enjoy sharing my insights and expertise as a guest lecturer, mentor, and blogger. My areas of expertise include software engineering, platform engineering, product development, Android technology, cloud architecture, big data, and multi-platform integration.
As the Co-Founder and Head of Engineering & Technology, I've spearheaded technology leadership and solution delivery for startups and SMEs. In this role, I oversee Development, QA, Security, DevOps, and Research functions. From a CTO perspective, I prioritize optimizing Consumer Experience/Growth, enhancing Internal Operational Tools, and championing Engineering best practices. I orchestrate technical processes for R&D projects, fostering collaboration across departments and leading multidisciplinary teams to drive growth initiatives. Additionally, I manage the R&D budget and resource allocation, focusing on Enterprise Data Management and Product Management. Collaborating with other departments, I integrate technology into various business processes and maintain awareness of industry trends and advancements to inform strategic decision-making. Within the engineering team, I foster a culture of creativity, collaboration, and excellence. Selected Contributions: • Designed and executed innovation and product roadmaps, driving infrastructure and application strategy. • Co-founded Last Mile Health (Guidepost Health) at Columbia Business School's Innovation and Entrepreneurship program. • Orchestrated successful new product launches and resource allocation for SMEs, overseeing budgets up to $20M. • Amplified passive revenue and client engagement by implementing CRM software and revitalizing client websites and mobile apps.
As the VP of Data Engineering - Platform Engineering at MLB since 2022, I've initiated a transformative shift to the Scrum methodology, driving enhanced team collaboration and productivity. Overseeing ETL processes from 126 sources, I manage 3PB of data daily through batch and streaming methods, optimizing data relationships with key stakeholders. Through strategic hiring, I've brought aboard seven key personnel, including senior leadership roles, to reinforce team capabilities. Additionally, I've cultivated a strategic partnership with Adobe for comprehensive data analytics solutions, leading vendor evaluations for data migration and AI platforms. Managing the Adobe partnership for web and app data analytics, I strengthen relationships with Data Analytics, Data Science, Marketing, and Platform Products while delivering timely Executive. Reports and maintaining Club relations by delivering expected reports. Selected Contributions: • Transitioned the team from Kanban to Scrum methodology. • Recruited 7 employees, including Senior Director and Director positions. • Designed AI Knowledge Repository parameters utilizing Wikis and Repositories. • Strengthened data governance framework, ensuring adherence to SDLC best practices and bolstering data quality and compliance. • Created four specialized verticals: Ticketing Engineering, Platform Data Engineering, Digital Measurement, and Data DevOps. • Architected AI knowledge repository parameters, enhancing knowledge management and collaboration. • Pioneered modernization strategy for infrastructure and technology, optimizing software development processes. • Successfully managed Oracle Cloud Platform migration, ensuring seamless transition and operational continuity. • Directed Google Cloud Platform Slot Management strategy, optimizing resource allocation and peak performance thresholds. • Implemented comprehensive training programs and initiated Weekly Status Updates for the entire Platform Engineering team.
Professor in the Management and IT Department at St. Francis College, teaching Graduate students pursuing a Master's degree in IT.
During this tenure, I led internal enterprise architecture and engineering strategies for the WSJ team within the DXS Technology and Architecture department. My role involved orchestrating the development of a Knowledge Management Repository accessible to all teams, which fostered internal and external knowledge sharing. Additionally, I provided engineering guidance through SEO audits to foster organic growth and SEM strategies. Collaborating with Taxonomist, I refined classification systems to enhance site navigation and content discovery. I also facilitated insourcing efforts to streamline Engineering recruitment and deployment of an SEO dashboard. Moreover, I led the establishment of a flexible experimentation platform, which drove platform enhancements and aligned resource allocation. Throughout, I managed a team of nearshore members. Selected Contributions: • Contributed to Experimentation, Personalization, and SEO initiatives while enhancing Knowledge Management, Standardization, and Data Structures using AWS technologies for SDLC. • Designed and implemented Experimentation Architecture to facilitate scalable testing and deployment. • Engineered an SEO dashboard, optimizing resource deployment for effective testing and deployment. • Formulated URL folder structure strategy and roadmap, coordinating crossfunctional collaboration for Dow Jones brands. • Conducted Discovery and Needs evaluation for Knowledge Management Repository, ensuring universal access to internal/external team knowledge. • Provided Engineering guidance for SEO Audit, assessing organic growth potential and SEM strategies. • Collaborated on Taxonomy development, enhancing site navigation and visitor content discovery through intuitive classification and AI application integration. • Facilitated Insourcing initiative, securing agency partnership for Engineering recruitment and deploying senior engineer for SEO dashboard development.