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	Jason R. Vallery 3426 S. Glencoe St, Denver, CO, 80222 +1.720.352.8822 jason@vallery.net Personal Blog – http://vallery.net [PDF version]
SUMMARY	Outstanding background of leadership and innovation.  Strong attention to detail and organization skills.  Proven expertise in ensuring on-time delivery of complex web solution projects.  Recognized as subject matter expert in numerous technical areas.
SKILLS	Languages Proficient – C#, PHP, JavaScript, Java, T-SQL Languages Familiar – C++, C, VB.Net, Ojective-C Database – Microsoft SQL Server ® 2005,  2008, & MySQL Platforms – Microsoft Windows Server ® 2003,  2008, RedHat Linux Collaboration – Windows SharePoint Services 2007 (WSS), Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 (MOSS), NewsGator Social Sites Integration – REST, JSON, and SOAP based web services Web Development – XHTML, XML, CSS, fiddler, and firebug
EXPERIENCE	Solution Architect | NewsGator Technologies 2008 – Present NewsGator provides a suite of products that enhance Microsoft SharePoint with microblogging, social networking, RSS publication and consumption capabilities.   My role as Solution Architect is to support our clients with incorporating these technologies into their larger portal projects. Assist fortune 100 customers with design and deployment of social networking solution on top of Microsoft SharePoint. Provide development support and guidance for clients creating custom solutions leveraging Microsoft SharePoint and NewsGator Social Sites.   Support includes: Development of custom features,  site definitions, and webparts. Brand customization using master pages Support and training of NewsGator development methodologies utilizing AJAX and the SharePoint AJAX webpart. Architecture design and review of infrastructure to scale SharePoint and NewsGator Social Sites to support in excess of 200,000 users in a geographically fault tolerant configuration. General best practice support of the Microsoft technology stack as it relates to SharePoint and NewsGator Social Sites. Technical Integration Project Manager | SHL Group Plc 2006 – 2008 SHL provides web based recruitment and assessment tools. My role as Integration Project Manager was to integrate those solutions with SHL’s strategic partners using industry standard methodologies. I provided detailed technical and development support of the various APIs published by SHL.  I developed the detailed design requirements and managed internal SHL resources based in India to deliver the final integration. Supported clients using HR-XML and SOAP Web Services. Prepared detailed design documents for offshore team. Conducted code review and sign-off of deliverables from offshore team. Technical documentation of integration for both internal staff and integration partner. Manage the project team for the duration of the project, coordinating resource availability with the team manager and coordinating project task transition from one team member to the next. Assisted QA team with development of test plans. Provide on-going tier 3 support of the integration to maintain client satisfaction. Owner/Founder | BrioSolutions, LLC 2002 – 2008 BrioSolutions was my own company that I started in order to provide consulting services to local small businesses. My work was focused around the use of the Linux/Apache/MySQL/PHP stack to deliver web solutions for a variety of clients and industries. Provided PHP consulting and application development services. MySQL database design. Application upgrade and maintenance of existing solutions Administration of Red Hat Linux/Apache/MySQL/PHP servers for hosting of client systems. Senior Technical Project Manager | SHL Group Plc 2004 – 2006 My role as a project manager was to organize the delivery of a client solution from the sales cycle continuing through into the client use of the site. I functioned as the main contact point of the project team. Managing the project includes establishing the project timelines, creating specification and design requirements, monitoring the build and quality assurance of the site, and all client interaction. Played a high profile role in supporting the sales cycle process by reviewing proposals, providing bid-sheets, demonstrating technology solutions, and completing portions of proposal requests. Act as the main client interface for large scale technology projects. Create technical specification and design documents. Establish project timelines for delivery. Managed the India based project team for the duration of the project, coordinating resource availability with the team manager and coordinating project task transition from one team member to the next. Managed multiple projects at the same time. Trained both internal and external individuals on system functionality. Software Consultant | SHL Group Plc 2001 – 2004 Provided insight on technical questions and utilized Microsoft technologies to deliver web solutions. Review specification documents, test cases, and change requests to ensure deliverable meets technology expectations. Created custom solutions using Microsoft Technologies (C#, VB.Net, VB6) to meet design requirements Design look and feel of client specified custom systems. Designed relational databases including storage processes. Assistant Network Administrator | Office of Financial Aid – University of Colorado 1996 – 2001 Deployed and configured new machines. Maintained existing machines. Provided technical support. Administered AIX, Windows NT/2000, Win9X, and Novell servers. Developed web applications using Perl and JavaScript.
EDUCATION	Front Range Community College – Computer Information Systems Dale Carnegie Training – Leadership and Presentation Training Miller Heiman – Strategic Selling Skillpath – Project Management Training Various vendors – C#, SharePoint, XML, SQL

RECOMMENDATIONS

“Jason proved extremely reliable and detailed conscious to work with and provided high quality creative solutions to problems. Jason always kept the customers needs as the primary focus of all work he did.”
— Martin Smith, Senior Product Manager, SHL Group Ltd, worked with Jason at SHL Group

“I worked with Jason at SHL for several years. He was a fantastic technical resource and also had a very nice style when working directly with clients. He was a good friend and colleague, and I wish him the best in all that he does moving forward.”
— Jason Griffin, Business Development Director, SHL USA, Inc., worked with Jason at SHL Group

“I consider Jason atypical in that he is quite remarkable in balancing his sharp expertise in technology with a strong focus on the commercials. This proved ideal when I teamed up with Jason during the client needs analysis process – whether via in-person meetings, conference calls, or at trade events. Jason has the talent of articulating rather complex technical concepts in a way prospects and clients easily understand and, as a result, all enjoy working with him.”
— Larry Romero, Senior Partner Account Manager, SHL Group, worked directly with Jason at SHL Group

“Jason was a very skilled colleague at SHL. Over the course of my first few months with SHL Jason was very helpful in helping me come up to speed. He is very detailed in his explanation and always took time to help me understand SHL related topics from both a technical and company perspective. His technical knowledge is very detailed and has always been a great colleague to bounce ideas off of.”
— Jason Reckelhoff, IT Solutions Manager, SHL Group, worked directly with Jason at SHL Group

“I frequently worked with Jason on a number of projects at SHL. In effect I was an internal client, and Jason always delivered fine service on the technology side of our projects. We miss him at SHL already!”
— Ron Myhr, Strategic Accounts Director, SHL Canada, worked with Jason at SHL Group

“Jason combines strong technical skills with great client focus. He is able to support sales by putting himself into the client’s shoes and translating their needs into technical solutions very effectively.”
— Paul Levett, Commercial Director, SHL Group, managed Jason indirectly at SHL Group

“Jason has been extremly sharp and intelligent on his out of box ideas and there was always fun to work with him. The indepth knowledge on the application also helps us to resolve issues in quick interval of time. It was pleasure working with Jason and his support and brillant ideas were always encouraging”
— Nikhil Agarwal, Project lead, PerotSystems, worked directly with Jason at SHL Group

“Jason has an extensive IT integration background. Works well with clients and I will recommend him for any organization.”
— Hennie Kriek, President Americas, SHL Americas, managed Jason indirectly at SHL Group

“Jason is a great resource who can balance technical knowledge with client facing communication skills. This allows him to relate effectively with others both internally and externally to meet the client expectations. Jason is a team player, motivated to expand his skill set and deliver excellent customer service.”
— Nigel Lock, Vice President, Technology Solutions, SHL USA Inc., managed Jason indirectly at SHL Group

“Jason is an extremely bright, helpful, knowledgable, energetic, creative and positive individual, and would be an asset to any company that hires him.”
— Steven Salisbury, Sr Helpdesk Consultant, SHL Group, worked with Jason at SHL Group

“Jason is technically very knowledgeable and has great management and presentation skills. We worked together on a non-profit project and Jason was crucial in the successful implementation of the solution. I can recommend Jason without reservation for developing and implementing a solution in his current skill set.”
— Sebastian Wessels, Technical Specialist, IBM, was with another company when working with Jason at SHL Group

“Jason is dependable and maintains an excellent work ethic. His creative and intelligent solutions to given tasks have proven to be an asset for my company. I highly recommend Jason for his next profession venture – whatever it may be!”
— Amanda Willshire, was Jason’s client

“Jason Vallery combined detailed technical knowledge with the capability to convey technical issues in client language to provide excellent pre-sales and client configuration services. He had a good grasp of the business side of our business and was well networked in the industry. In summary I would positively recommend Jason for technology based client facing roles.”
— Chris Clarke, VP Global Technology Solutions, SHL, managed Jason at SHL Group

“Jason is a great asset as a supportive team member and as a highly skilled individual contributor. He has a wealth of technical knowledge in web development and the curiousity and aptitude to keep his skills honed and current. These abilities and his focus on customer service make him anexcellent technical project manager.”
— Vincent Wolfe, Head of Technology Solutions Americas, SHL Group Limited, managed Jason at SHL Group

Jason is both highly technical and possesses a keen entrepreneurial, creative, client-facing temperament.”
— Greg L. Richardson, Technical Account Manager, SHL, worked directly with Jason at SHL USA