Founded web technology firm providing web design, development, e-commerce, custom application development and digital marketing. Directed company operations, which resulted in demonstrated continued growth and no debt. Recruited, trained and managed a staff of six web consultants, designers and developers. Directly responsible for project management, traffic control, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and account management. Established and developed relationships with major accounts, including Qualicaps, LeBleu Bottled Water, Spectrum Laboratory Network, Oscar de la Renta Personal Sleep, and numerous local and regional SMBs. Successful exit in 2007 and remained as Director of Business Development until 2012.

Hughes Companies was the parent company of Hughes Automation and Hughes e-Systems. Recruited and supervised a team of six interactive designers and programmers. Directed and managed multiple projects ranging from simple corporate websites to advanced custom web applications. Hands-on manager responsible for all aspects of interactive and multimedia projects, including interaction design, visual design, Flash, and video. Responsible for all user interface design for factory-floor control and data collection systems (HMI/ SCADA) using industry standard process automation software such as Wonderware, RSView and Intellution. Designed user interfaces for custom web applications ranging from client intranets to data reporting systems. Developed all administrator/user training materials using Doc-To-Help. Responsible for the development of all company sales and marketing collateral including technical cut sheets, sales presentations, and trade show exhibits.