Michael
Braden
Experience:
Michael Braden & Associates, Novato, CA 2/2001 - present
Principal
Perform Systems Analysis and Design.
Develop FileMaker Pro based solutions for business.
Installation and customization of FileMaker applications
ZADA: Strategic Digital Agency - Sausalito, CA 7/2000 - 1/2001
Director of Methodology
Charged with analyzing and improving procedures in all areas of operation. Assisted in evaluating and recommending new technology directions for the company. Attended sales presentations, wrote and evaluated project proposals, managed web and other development projects. Assisted with production, network troubleshooting, testing and Quality Assurance. Managed recruitment and hiring process. Contributed to weekly strategic planning meetings.
Learn2.com-Sausalito, CA 2/98 - 6/2000
Director of Operations - Online Learning Corporation
Learn2.com (formerly Panmedia Corp) was acquired by Seventh Street.com - 5/99
Operations Management
- Researched, recommend and procured computer hardware and software.
- Participated in advertising for, interviewing, hiring and managing technical, administrative and production staff.
- Created systems and implemented procedures and processes in various departments.
- Performed collections for delinquent accounts.
- Conducted research for Business Insurance upgrade.
- Interfaced with Landlord and service vendors.
Project Management
- Managing Editor of Learn2.com website.
- Project Manager/Producer for Peachpit Press web site development, managing process, conducting client meetings and coordinating creative and technical production.
- Assisted Producers, VP of Client Development and production staff with the planning of numerous web development projects.
- Researched, flow-charted and documented improvements to the project management process at Panmedia.
- Consulted on various web development projects, including: www.photosmart.com, www.learn2.com, www.thelen.com, www.mercer.com, www.diabloresearch.com, www.peachpit.com and many others.
- Participated in client visits to determine needs, and in presentations to clients of specific technical aspects of projects we were conducting.
Technical Management
- Managed Technical Staff of 5, including HTML, PHP, mySQL, and Perl programmers.
- Managed outside consultants and vendors for Ethernet network design and installation, voice network, wireless LAN, Internet connectivity, DNS/email.
- Planned agenda for technology summit involving three divisions from three states.
- Drove the development of flow diagrams and requirements specifications for numerous projects.
- Evaluated and set goals for technical staff at annual reviews.
Facilities Management
- Researched, selected and interfaced with vendors and property manager for various services, including: phone, security, building improvements/maintenance, etc.
- Coordinated/approved acquisition of supplies, office equipment, and services.
- Facilitated all aspects of the move to additional facilities.
Web Server Setup and Administration - Photosmart.com
- Specified server hardware and software
- Installed and configured Windows NT 4server software.
- Managed IIS 3 Security/user configuration.
- Installed and configured Webtrends site traffic monitoring.
- Installed and configured Infoseek Search engine.
- Managed server across Internet with PC Anywhere remote access.
- Researched and recommended server co-location facility for Photosmart Server.
Experience:
Michael Braden & Associates, Novato, CA 2/2001 - present
Principal
Perform Systems Analysis and Design.
Develop FileMaker Pro based solutions for business.
Installation and customization of FileMaker applications
ZADA: Strategic Digital Agency - Sausalito, CA 7/2000 - 1/2001
Director of Methodology
Charged with analyzing and improving procedures in all areas of operation. Assisted in evaluating and recommending new technology directions for the company. Attended sales presentations, wrote and evaluated project proposals, managed web and other development projects. Assisted with production, network troubleshooting, testing and Quality Assurance. Managed recruitment and hiring process. Contributed to weekly strategic planning meetings.
Learn2.com-Sausalito, CA 2/98 - 6/2000
Director of Operations - Online Learning Corporation
Learn2.com (formerly Panmedia Corp) was acquired by Seventh Street.com - 5/99
Operations Management
- Researched, recommend and procured computer hardware and software.
- Participated in advertising for, interviewing, hiring and managing technical, administrative and production staff.
- Created systems and implemented procedures and processes in various departments.
- Performed collections for delinquent accounts.
- Conducted research for Business Insurance upgrade.
- Interfaced with Landlord and service vendors.
Project Management
- Managing Editor of Learn2.com website.
- Project Manager/Producer for Peachpit Press web site development, managing process, conducting client meetings and coordinating creative and technical production.
- Assisted Producers, VP of Client Development and production staff with the planning of numerous web development projects.
- Researched, flow-charted and documented improvements to the project management process at Panmedia.
- Consulted on various web development projects, including: www.photosmart.com, www.learn2.com, www.thelen.com, www.mercer.com, www.diabloresearch.com, www.peachpit.com and many others.
- Participated in client visits to determine needs, and in presentations to clients of specific technical aspects of projects we were conducting.
Technical Management
- Managed Technical Staff of 5, including HTML, PHP, mySQL, and Perl programmers.
- Managed outside consultants and vendors for Ethernet network design and installation, voice network, wireless LAN, Internet connectivity, DNS/email.
- Planned agenda for technology summit involving three divisions from three states.
- Drove the development of flow diagrams and requirements specifications for numerous projects.
- Evaluated and set goals for technical staff at annual reviews.
Facilities Management
- Researched, selected and interfaced with vendors and property manager for various services, including: phone, security, building improvements/maintenance, etc.
- Coordinated/approved acquisition of supplies, office equipment, and services.
- Facilitated all aspects of the move to additional facilities.
Web Server Setup and Administration - Photosmart.com
- Specified server hardware and software
- Installed and configured Windows NT 4server software.
- Managed IIS 3 Security/user configuration.
- Installed and configured Webtrends site traffic monitoring.
- Installed and configured Infoseek Search engine.
- Managed server across Internet with PC Anywhere remote access.
- Researched and recommended server co-location facility for Photosmart Server.
