Michael
Braden
Experience (p3):
Wildwood Natural Foods-Fairfax, CA 1987 - 1992
Information Systems Manager
- Managed Macintosh, Apple III and Xenix systems.
- Performed needs analysis, purchasing, installation, maintenance, and staff training for all computer systems.
- Analyzed current operations to improve efficiency and evaluate automation possibilities, including relational database management software and hardware to automate the entire company.
- Evaluated and improved automation of invoicing systems, supporting growth in sales from $20,000 per week to over $100,000 per week.
- Developed database applications for payroll, operations, accounting and other departments.
Director of Administration/Personnel
- Performed personnel management functions (bBenefits administration, unemployment claims, Workers Compensation administration, etc.) for over 100 employees.
- Interviewed, processed and hired employees for multiple departments.
- Performed cash flow and accounts payable analysis and management.
- Developed employee orientation manual.
Additional Experience:
Media Alliance-San Francisco, CA 1989 - 1995
Instructor
- Developed course materials and delivered basic to advanced courses in the Macintosh operating system, trouble-shooting and maintenance, spread-sheet (Excel), database (FileMaker Pro), word processing (Microsoft Word), graphics (Mac Draw/Paint) and desktop publishing (Quark XPress).
- Consistently received high evaluations from participants, particularly noting commanding knowledge of applications, patience, and ability to clearly communicate technical information.
MBA Services-San Anselmo, CA 7/86 – 2/98
Consultant
- Consultant to businesses and individuals in the areas of network administration, Internet access, office automation, database development and desktop publishing.
- Recommended, installed and configured hardware and software.
- Managed bulk mailings, newsletters, flyers, and advertising projects.
Education:
- Certified in "Systems Analysis and Design", with distinction, 2001
UC Berkeley Extension
- Bachelor of Arts: "Management of Nonprofit Organization", 1986
World College West/Sonoma State University, Cotati, CA.
References:
Available upon request.
Experience (p3):
Wildwood Natural Foods-Fairfax, CA 1987 - 1992
Information Systems Manager
- Managed Macintosh, Apple III and Xenix systems.
- Performed needs analysis, purchasing, installation, maintenance, and staff training for all computer systems.
- Analyzed current operations to improve efficiency and evaluate automation possibilities, including relational database management software and hardware to automate the entire company.
- Evaluated and improved automation of invoicing systems, supporting growth in sales from $20,000 per week to over $100,000 per week.
- Developed database applications for payroll, operations, accounting and other departments.
Director of Administration/Personnel
- Performed personnel management functions (bBenefits administration, unemployment claims, Workers Compensation administration, etc.) for over 100 employees.
- Interviewed, processed and hired employees for multiple departments.
- Performed cash flow and accounts payable analysis and management.
- Developed employee orientation manual.
Additional Experience:
Media Alliance-San Francisco, CA 1989 - 1995
Instructor
- Developed course materials and delivered basic to advanced courses in the Macintosh operating system, trouble-shooting and maintenance, spread-sheet (Excel), database (FileMaker Pro), word processing (Microsoft Word), graphics (Mac Draw/Paint) and desktop publishing (Quark XPress).
- Consistently received high evaluations from participants, particularly noting commanding knowledge of applications, patience, and ability to clearly communicate technical information.
MBA Services-San Anselmo, CA 7/86 – 2/98
Consultant
- Consultant to businesses and individuals in the areas of network administration, Internet access, office automation, database development and desktop publishing.
- Recommended, installed and configured hardware and software.
- Managed bulk mailings, newsletters, flyers, and advertising projects.
Education:
- Certified in "Systems Analysis and Design", with distinction, 2001
UC Berkeley Extension
- Bachelor of Arts: "Management of Nonprofit Organization", 1986
World College West/Sonoma State University, Cotati, CA.
References:
Available upon request.
