Experience

Wellington State Bank

• United States
• Banking
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Vice President - Senior Technology Officer

  • Jun 2022 - Present

  Oversee IT Infrastructure, solutions, and strategy.

• Vice President - Director Human Resources, Information Technology

  • Nov 2019 - Present

  Director HR + VP Information Technology: Unique position affording me the ability to both oversee and manage WSB’s HR Department while also allowing me to utilize my skills as an IT professional to manage the bank’s network infrastructure. Time spent between these two departments is roughly 55% & 55%, respectively. HR Director Manage HR department with 130+ employees among 14 locations and develop and implement HR initiatives and systems. Maintain all employee records and… Show more Director HR + VP Information Technology: Unique position affording me the ability to both oversee and manage WSB’s HR Department while also allowing me to utilize my skills as an IT professional to manage the bank’s network infrastructure. Time spent between these two departments is roughly 55% & 55%, respectively. HR Director Manage HR department with 130+ employees among 14 locations and develop and implement HR initiatives and systems. Maintain all employee records and personnel files according to policy and legal requirements. Responsible for processing payroll for all employees and contractors. Responsible for communicating and administering company benefits. Annually review and make decisions for improvement of the organizations policies, procedures and practices on personnel matters. Assist CEO in the annual review, preparation and administration of employee bonuses and salaries. IT: Manage bank's data center, network/server administrator, NOC, Support, Vulnerability Scans and remediation, Pen tests, VMWare Topology, Software implementation and updates, IT Audits, IT Budget, Hardware replacement, patching, AD/GPO Administration



Pickard Family Farms

• PFF, Owner

  • Mar 2018 - Present

  Estacado, Texas Responsible for managing the farm lease, the upkeep and maintenance of the properties, taxes, and financial aspects of our farm operation. Current Production: Cotton Corn Hemp



GoldStar Trust Company (Happy State Bank)

• Project Development

  • May 2016 - Jul 2018

  Canyon, Texas Project Development encompasses many job functions. My main function as a Project Development Specialist is the facilitation and implementation of GoldStar's IT systems and projects. Duties of this position include planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating programs and projects to ensure they meet the strategic goals of the organization, coordinating and managing projects using Project Insight and MS Project, collaborating with team members throughout the organization, and monitoring… Show more Project Development encompasses many job functions. My main function as a Project Development Specialist is the facilitation and implementation of GoldStar's IT systems and projects. Duties of this position include planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating programs and projects to ensure they meet the strategic goals of the organization, coordinating and managing projects using Project Insight and MS Project, collaborating with team members throughout the organization, and monitoring progress toward the achievement of GoldStar's objectives. Additional duties include: Project Manager: Currently managing several internal projects Application Support: Support, maintain, and administer GoldStar's internal applications Marketing and Web Design Manage GoldStar's Website and all aspects of marketing Show less



Happy State Bank

• United States
• Banking
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Application Support

  • Aug 2015 - Jun 2016

  Amarillo, Texas A major take-away from this position was the implementation of an Enterprise Mobility Management strategy using AirWatch. I was the Project Manager and technical expert for this project; however, a lateral promotion to GoldStar Trust Co. took me off this project. Manage multiple applications to ensure system up time. Facilitate training of new applications to internal customers. Work in a Business Analyst role to interface with internal customers to build system requirement documents… Show more A major take-away from this position was the implementation of an Enterprise Mobility Management strategy using AirWatch. I was the Project Manager and technical expert for this project; however, a lateral promotion to GoldStar Trust Co. took me off this project. Manage multiple applications to ensure system up time. Facilitate training of new applications to internal customers. Work in a Business Analyst role to interface with internal customers to build system requirement documents ensuring new applications and process are delivered on-time and complete Create solutions for end users using new and existing applications. Develop procedures and processes to train users on new applications. Troubleshoot processes for end users. Coordinate with contractors and vendors to deliver applications to end users Adapt procedures to facilitate growth using new applications. Improve application adoption using Lean methodologies Maximize ROI of new applications by working with end users ensure that new technology increases their productivity. Established and maintained liaison relationship with business partners and IT organization in order to provide effective technical solutions. Acquire knowledge and understanding of the business/industry handled by the business unit they support Conducted data gathering and analysis to understand business strategy requirements. Show less



Lubbock ISD

• United States
• Primary and Secondary Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Help Desk Specialist - Mobile Devices

  • Oct 2014 - Jul 2015

  Lubbock, Texas Area The help desk mobile devices position was created out of necessity, due to the ever increasing need for a system to manage the district's growing number of mobile devices. I was chosen for this position due to my successful MDM implementation at the Dunbar campus, which was the first of its kind at Lubbock ISD. I successfully implemented AirWatch as LISD’s official mobile device management solution. My team was responsible for deploying over 2500+ iPads in multiple environments ranging from… Show more The help desk mobile devices position was created out of necessity, due to the ever increasing need for a system to manage the district's growing number of mobile devices. I was chosen for this position due to my successful MDM implementation at the Dunbar campus, which was the first of its kind at Lubbock ISD. I successfully implemented AirWatch as LISD’s official mobile device management solution. My team was responsible for deploying over 2500+ iPads in multiple environments ranging from K-12 to support and administrative staff. As the AirWatch Administrator, I supported both mobile application and console implementation efforts, including application configuration, testing, and issue resolution, both on-site at the campus location and remotely.

• Campus Technology Support Specialist

  • Sep 2013 - Oct 2014

  Lubbock, Tx Using Cisco Meraki and Apple Configurator, I successfully deployed and supported 800 iPad Minis for students at the Dunbar Campus. Troubleshoot and resolve help requests from school staff involving computers, printers, interactive white boards, and document readers. This position led to a promotion as the districts’ mobile device specialist, which was created to support the growing number of iPads and ChromeBooks purchased throughout the district.



United Supermarkets

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care

• Business Intelligence Analyst

  • Jan 2013 - Jul 2013

  Lubbock, Tx As a Team Leader on a multi-million dollar OBIEE project, I was responsible for directing and overseeing the development and support of United's Business Intellegent solutions. As a BI Analyst, I worked closely with the business users in order to ensure our solutions met their objectives, including oversight of project delivery and management of day to day support activities. Additional duties included the development, maintenance, and support of BI software using an array of software… Show more As a Team Leader on a multi-million dollar OBIEE project, I was responsible for directing and overseeing the development and support of United's Business Intellegent solutions. As a BI Analyst, I worked closely with the business users in order to ensure our solutions met their objectives, including oversight of project delivery and management of day to day support activities. Additional duties included the development, maintenance, and support of BI software using an array of software packages/suites (see below) and administration of BI systems. BI Software experience: Oracle Business Intelligence Enterprise Edition, Hyperion System 8 & 9, Hyperion FDM, and Essbase Show less



Hastings Entertainment

• United States

• Inventory Accounting Analyst

  • 2010 - Jul 2011

  Amarillo, Texas As an Inventory Accounting Analyst for Hasting’s finance department, my main function was achieving Hasting’s shrinkage financial goals by researching, reconciling, and developing inventory control inter-company policies and procedures. This position allowed me to successfully revise several store processes that helped to reduce time and increase efficiency throughout each store. Additionally, I served as a mentor and trainer to backroom and front-end store associates on inventory issues. I was… Show more As an Inventory Accounting Analyst for Hasting’s finance department, my main function was achieving Hasting’s shrinkage financial goals by researching, reconciling, and developing inventory control inter-company policies and procedures. This position allowed me to successfully revise several store processes that helped to reduce time and increase efficiency throughout each store. Additionally, I served as a mentor and trainer to backroom and front-end store associates on inventory issues. I was also selected to be part of the Store Improvement Plan Team, which included travelling to high shrink stores to investigate problem areas and provide recommendations to improve operations. Show less



Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage

• United States
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Produce Manager

  • Jan 2010 - Jun 2010

  Amarillo, TX Worked closely with store manager and assistant store manager in order to ensure the success of the store and department through excellent customer service and a demonstrated passion for food. Demonstrated a high level of integrity with department products, with department employees and our customers. Ensured the prioritization and delegation of daily responsibilities throughout the department while training, coaching, and leading by example.



South Plains Electric Cooperative

• United States
• Utilities
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Billing Coordinator

  • Oct 2000 - Jun 2008

  Lubbock, Texas Performed quality assurance by analyzing pre-billing reports for over 30,000 electric meters each month in order to ensure accurate billing for all customers; Provided phone support during outages to help direct customer traffic to the correct parties; Set up computers and servers for three offices, including installing software, running cable, and troubleshooting; Working at SPEC for 8 years helped develop my strong work ethic and communication skills.