My career in web design and development started as a hobby in 1994. At that time I had plans to finish high school and go to college for film and video productions. After graduating high school in 1996 I was unable to secure funding for college so I had to reevaluate my plans for the future.

It never occurred to me before that I could turn my hobby into a career, after all the Internet was still new to many people and the World Wide Web was still in its infancy. With the support of a few friends and family members I decided to solicit local businesses with offers to design websites for them for free. Being unsure of the Internet, many turned me down at first. Those who decided to try it loved it so much they told all of their friends about my service. Those people soon became my first paying customers.

Since then I have been providing Web design and development, marketing, and online consulting for businesses and organizations throughout the Central Florida area.

Currently I work for Showcase Publications, a web development and publications company in Lakeland, Florida, as their Internet Director. I am responsible for managing the day to day operations including managing accounts and employees, designing and developing both corporate and local business websites, content management, marketing and evaluating emerging technologies.

I graduated from Florida Career Institute with a degree in Web Page Design and Maintenance. My education covers areas such as content management, marketing, public relations, advertising, art, graphic design, web development, web design, interactive media and more.

Since graduating I have won several Imperial Polk Advertising Federation ADDY awards (2004-2005) for website and logo design. In 2003 I was named member of the year by the Business Alliance Console of Polk County for designing and developing websites which help disabled individuals find jobs. As a volunteer with the Culinary Showcase of Central Florida I'm able to further help my community by designing and developing sites which raise money for the March of Dimes.

It may not take much to find a designer or developer with great skills. But, to find one who also has knowledge and experience in marketing, advertising and account management and has a passion for their career and community is a rarity.

The experience that I have gained through the years has helped me to succeed both personally and professionally.

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