Career Overview

A comprehensive technical education and broad business experience

I am a highly competent computer professional with a uniquely comprehensive view of the functioning and management of current information systems technology.

Building from a foundation of a bachelor of computer science degree, I have first-hand experience with all levels of computer operations, from systems programming and network management to user interface design.  I have built on that base by earning a Master’s of Business Administration with focus on managing information systems.  Most recently I have updated my skills with a technical degree from Columbus State in Web Development.

I am equally at home with system administration of UNIX, Windows or Apple operating systems, or with managing a network of Cisco routers.  I can design a website with Adobe Creative Suite (Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Flash) or write an application in Java, Visual Basic or PHP.  I can access data using Access, MySQL or Microsoft SQL Server.

I have a wide variety of information systems management experience from non-profits, healthcare and education to telecom, banking and manufacturing.  I offer a wealth of comprehensive technical understanding and business experience.

IT Experience

over 25 years

DSPearson, LLC
Dublin, OH
Owner
February 2008 to present
  • Web design and development
  • content management and Internet marketing consultant
AT&T Solutions(Data/Voice Network Management)
Dublin, OH
Technical Staff Member
January 1999 to May 2002
  • Managed Global LANs/WANs for Stanley, Allied Signal/Honeywell, Sun Micro, and Bank One
  • Expert with automated network management and reporting systems
  • Coordination of client and vendor personnel, new site turn-up and documentation
  • Careful task logging and adherence to tight service level agreements (SLAs)
  • Expert with Cisco routers and switches, Cisco certified (CCNA)
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH
Systems Specialist, Speech and Hearing & Cognitive Science
July 1992 to December 1998
  • Systems administration and network management of UNIX, Mac and PC platforms
  • Resource management and policy enforcement, user education and training
  • Initial WWW server setup and HTML coding of two academic departments’ websites

Management Experience

serving and helping others

Columbus Metropolitan Library
Dublin, OH
Customer Service Associate
October 2006 to July 2008
  • Circulation management
  • Monthly Excel reporting
  • Reviewing computer training courses
  • Helping lead teen activities
Alleluia! Lutheran Church
Dublin, OH
Youth and Family Pastor
May 2004 to August 2007
  • Planned and managed programming and trips for 50+ participants of all ages
  • Coordinated a staff of 30 volunteers
  • Created curricula, manuals, spreadsheets, brochures, newspaper ads and newsletters
  • Designed, managed and updated the organization’s website (www.alleluia33.org)
  • Managed Facebook, Google, Yahoo!, Bing presence for the organization.
Gateways to Better Living, Inc. (Group Homes for MR/DD Adults)
Austintown, OH
Computer and Accounting Consultant
May 1984 to May 1987
  • Research, presentation, installation and operation of computer system for accounting department
  • Programming of Dietary Management and Vehicle Fleet Management database
  • Accounts Payable and Payroll duties

Teaching Experience

sharing knowledge, leading learning

Alleluia! Lutheran Church
Dublin, OH
Youth and Family Pastor
May 2004 to August 2007
  • Developed K-12 curricula for religious education
  • Taught K-12, and Adult classes
  • Planned worship and social activities
PSI of Columbus
Columbus, OH
Instructor
June 1987 to July 1990
Courses taught include:
  • Business Applications (database, word-processing, spreadsheets)
  • Programming Languages (RPG, COBOL, Assembly Language)
  • Computer Systems Management
  • Career Development and Resume Writing
  • Basic Mathematics

Sales Experience

product sales and promotion

Dell Computer
Columbus, OH
2004-2005
  • Store opening and closing
  • PC configuration, ordering and customer service
  • Product catalog knowledge; software and peripheral recommendation
Lazarus/Macy's
Columbus, OH
2003
  • Watch sales and repair
  • Sales and credit transactions
  • Display and stock management
Basic Computer Systems
Niles, OH
1984
  • Computer systems and sofware sales
  • System troubleshooting and repair