I graduated from Manatee High School in 1993 and enlisted in the U.S. Army. I was 2nd in my class during Advanced Individual Training, earning the Honor Graduate distinction of my Food Service Specialist class at the US Army Quartermaster School in Ft. Lee, Va. After I returned from my deployment to the Middle East, I was diagnosed with a TBI, nerve damage, kidney disease and PTSD. At the end of my enlistment I was given a medical discharge and awarded disability for service connected injuries. I enrolled at UCF in 1997 where I worked as a Peer Wellness Counselor on campus while studying Criminal Justice and Computer Science. In 1999, I founded an IT consulting firm specializing in the design, development and programming of websites. In 2001, I moved to Ridge Manor, Fl and opened a retail computer store, offering repair and support services to commercial and residential customers. My current company provides technical support and consulting services to the local community. I volunteer in the community and serve on the local Palma Sola Scenic Highway Corridor Management Entity. I'm Director of Web Development and wellness advocate with the Veterans for Cannabis Foundation, using education to change legislation at the State and Federal level, to grant Veterans access to medical cannabis. We recently launched a new program to provide Veterans medical cannabis recommendations from a doctor and MMU registry ID cards, at no cost, in Tampa and Sarasota, FL, with Gainesville and Ft. Myers locations becoming available next year.
Wellness Advocate|Director of Outreach/Fundraising - 06/18-Current
VFC.Foundation - Florida
I'm the Director of Ourtreach and fundrasing for 'Veterans for Cannabis, working to get veterans healTHCare access to medical cannabis, to slow the rate of deaths by suicide and accidental overdose. We advocate on legislation, educating Lawmakers and Veterans of the miracles cannabis works, restoring quality and purpose to lives, healing Veterans and civilians alike.
Founder/CEO - 01/18-Current
CarmaCorps.org - Holmes Beach, FL
I'm starting a non-profit to focus on empowering wellness in the Veteran community. We provide resources and training to learn how to heal naturally and live independently by cultivating hemp and medicinal plants.
Owner/IT Consultant - 06/08-Current
Digital Verb - Holmes Beach, FL
I provide IT consulting and PC technical support to local residents and businesses. I also, do freelance Graphic Design and Web Development work.
Internet Programmer - 02/06-06/06
AGI Group - Sarasota, FL
I designed E-commerce websites in PHP, maintained product databases, implemented custom scripts to process online payments and maintained the server and handled site administration.
Owner/PC Technician - 03/01-09/02
Computer Boyz - Ridge Manor, FL
Built custom PC's and servers for residential and business customers. Provided technical support and wireless networking services to local residents and commercial clients. Repaired PC's, installed servers and created networks for local businesses.
Founder/CEO - 03/99-Current
4G Enterprises - Oviedo, FL
I'm an experienced programmer, graphic designer and web developer. I'm fluent in HTML5, CSS, XML, DHTML, Javascript, Java, PHP, MySQL, Apache, Windows and Unix. Comfortable in any environment; Windows, MAC, Unix or Android.
Peer Wellness Counselor - 03/97-08/98
UCF - Orlando, FL
Provided wellness counseling and fitness assessments to develop custom fitness regiment's and lifestyle changes to help students accomplish their health goals.
94B - 09/93-08/96
U.S. Army - Ft. Benning, GA
During my enlistment, I finished 2nd in my class during AIT, was Airborne qualified, certified as a Combat Lifesaver, .50 cal gunner and oversized vehicle operator. As a result of my units deployment to the Middle East in 1994, I received a National Defense Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Southwest Asia Service Medal with 1 bronze star, as well as a service connection for my disabilities.
Bachelor of Science 2008
UCF - Orlando, FL
My liberal studies were divided between Criminal Justice and Computer Science, with a focus on Interactive Digital Media. I also worked as a Peer Wellness Counselor on campus.
Associates of Arts 2001
PHCC - Dade City, FL
Completed the final semester of my AA with a focus on Website Design.
Food Service Specialist 1994
U.S. Army Quartermaster School - Ft. Lee, VA
I graduated AIT 2nd in my class.
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