Michael D. Davis Jr.

+32 0471 474288 * mike@triple-zero.net

http://www.linkedin.com/in/mikedavis000

http://www.triple-zero.net

 

SUMMARY

International Master of Business Administration and Master of Art graduate with 11 years of experience seeking a position within the Middle East. The position would ideally compliment my interests in business analysis, project management, entrepreneurship, sustainability, and information technology. Proven team player with expertise in business plan development, project management, entrepreneurship, market research, relationship building, and intercultural competence.

 

CORE COMPETENCIES

Intercultural Competence

 

Executive Communication and Cooperation

 

Effective Project Planning and Management

 

EDUCATION

University of Denver, Denver, Colorado, USA

9/2005-6/2008

    Master of Arts in Global Finance, Trade, and Economic Integration

 

    International Master of Business Administration

 

Awards and Recognitions

 

Outstanding IMBA Student of the Year

2008

Nominee, Daniels Award for Excellence

2008

Team captain, 1st place Race and Case Internal Competition team (ethical business case competition)

2007

Team captain, participating Race and Case External Competition

2007

 

 

University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, USA

8/2002-5/2005

    Bachelor of Business Administration – Management and Organizations

 

 

 

Parkland Community College, Champaign, Illinois, USA

8/1996-8/2001

    Associate of Applied Science - Computer Network Administration

 

 

 

Milwaukee School of Engineering, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA

8/1995-5/1996

    Coursework in Electrical/Computer Engineering

 

 

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Triple Zero Technologies, LLC, Denver, Colorado, USA

Privately owned, IT consulting firm specializing in web accessibility and database design

Principal/Owner (part-time)

7/2005-7/2008

As the principal and owner of Triple-Zero Technologies, I was the sole driver of all processes including business development, sales, project management, consulting services, technology implementation, customer support, staff management, and all related business operations. My accomplishments are:

 

á      Consulted, designed, and implemented database-driven ASP and ASP.NET web applications based on U.S. grant reporting requirements and Section 508 accessibility laws

á      Developed and managed IT strategy for multiple clientsÕ institutional websites

á      Started, managed, and grew the part-time business into a $60, 000/year single owner LLC managing 5 clients in 2 business sectors while pursuing two Master degrees

 

University of Denver, Daniels College of Business, Denver, Colorado, USA

Private academic institution

Graduate Research Assistant

9/2007 – 6/2008

Graduate Student Counselor

1/2007 – 4/2008

As the Graduate Research Assistant for Dr. Doug Allen, Director, Global Programs at the Daniels College of Business, I was responsible for researching global opportunities for the College. In addition, I was responsible for collaborating with Dr. Allen and presenting our findings to College administration. My accomplishments are:

 

á      Coordinated with the Director of Global Programs to create, revise, and present the Daniels College of Business Global Strategy Task Force final product to the DanielsÕ executive management team

á      Participated on the Global Strategy Steering Committee creating the CollegeÕs international business strategy

 

As a Graduate Student Counselor for Daniels College of Business, I was responsible for coordinating communication efforts with prospective Master degree students at the College. My accomplishments are:

 

á      Improved the interactions with Daniels College of Business inquiries and applicants by operationalizing and standardizing the communication protocols

á      Researched and reported missing quantifiable variables within the application process for the College

 

Mescalero Apache Indian Tribe and the United States Department of Interior, Mescalero, New Mexico, USA

Native American Indian Tribe with a diverse group of business operations

Business Development Intern

6/2007 – 2/2008

As the United States Department of Interior and Mescalero Apache Indian Tribe Business Development Intern, I was responsible for working on a small team that evaluated and recommended new business opportunities for the Tribe's greenhouse operations. My responsibilities included project management, research coordination, client and stakeholder communication, final report generation, and final presentation to Tribal leaders. My accomplishments are:

 

á      Created a business and operations plan for the TribeÕs Department of Resource Management and Protection Greenhouse business

á      Coordinated and synthesized the efforts of many stakeholders into a common vision and plan for their greenhouse operations

 

CollegeAmerica, Denver, Colorado, USA

Privately owned, accredited college with facilities in Colorado, Wyoming, and Arizona, USA

Adjunct Instructor

8/2005-6/2006

As an Adjunct Instructor at CollegeAmerica, I was responsible for course design, instruction material selection, equipment management, classroom management, student instruction and evaluation, and administrative duties. The College was designed as a condensed instructional college consisting of 4-hour sessions, 4 days a week, 48 weeks a year. This fast paced environment necessitated the need for a mixed theoretical and hands-on instruction. My accomplishments are:

 

á      Instruct students on all levels of computer technology including Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) testing, Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) testing, operating systems, network setup, design, and troubleshooting

á      Successfully teach multiple classes in a single classroom with different student knowledge levels

á      Teach students in project management techniques related to technology

 

Center for Disabilities and Development (CDD), University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, Iowa, USA

Public healthcare institution specializing in disability assistance

Application and Development Team Leader

6/2003-6/2005

Student Computer Consultant           

6/2002-6/2003

As Application and Development Team Leader at the Center for Disabilities and Development (CDD), I was responsible for working with numerous stakeholders at all levels, including the parent hospital's administration, to develop, design, project manage, obtain buy-in, program, implement, and provide customer support for numerous technology projects. My accomplishments are:

 

á      Co-created, designed, and implemented the CDD Universal Services Portal (CUSP), an Intranet management system and active data source that provides reporting and paperless workflows for CDD staff

á      Technical lead on the CDD Internet redesign team. Successfully guided the file and coding structures, database designs, workflows, usability, implementation, and accessibility. Instrumental in obtaining approval from UIHC web design and marketing staff

 

Applied Systems, Coralville, Iowa, USA

Privately owned software company specializing in independent insurance

Software Support Technician

10/2001-8/2002

As Software Support Technician at Applied Systems, I was responsible for providing day-to-day support to independent insurance agents using The Agency Manager software package.  My responsibilities included troubleshooting end user errors, technical errors, and providing best practice advise when using the software.

 

Coe-Truman Technologies, Savoy, Illinois, USA

Privately owned software and consulting firm that specializes in professional association abstract submission and conference production

Operations Manager

2/2000-9/2001

Quality Control/Assurance Manager

8/1999-2/2000

Technical Support Staff

2/1999-8/1999

At Coe-Truman, I was the manager of the Online Abstract Submission and Invitation System (OASIS) Services division. I managed the services team and oversaw 40 clients. I was responsible for project management, staff management, executive team communication, contract bidding, resource allocation, and client consulting. My accomplishments are:

 

á      Reduced the number of over budget projects from fifteen to four within one annual contract cycle by monitoring and adjusting resources

á      Solicited and consolidated user and client feedback to improve the core product and encourage the product team to work from a common list of proposed enhancements

á      Successfully designed and implemented a web-based, database-driven customer relationship management tool that logged technical support inquires to provide useful metrics for our client base

á      Created written standards for the QA/QC processes that reversed a downward spiral of low quality deliverables and product release bugs

 

Rural Amerika, Inc., Urbana, Illinois, USA

Privately owned concert production company and record store specializing in electronic dance music

Principal/Owner

8/1996-12/1999

As the principal and owner of Rural Amerika, Inc., I was the sole driver of all processes including business development, project management, marketing, event planning, staff management, and all related business operations.  My accomplishments are:

 

á      Developed, planned, managed, and promoted twenty-five productions with an average of 500 attendees per event

á      Successfully opened a vinyl record shop as both an additional business line and as a marketing tool for the concert productions

 

 

VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES AND ORGANIZATIONS

Association for International Management, University of Denver Daniels College of Business, Denver, Colorado, USA

Graduate student organization concentrating on building relationships and fostering intercultural competence in the Denver business community and Daniels College of Business

President

1/2007 – 3/2008

Director of Communication Technologies

12/2005 – 12/2006

 

International Graduate Organizations, University of Denver Josef Korbel School of International Studies and Daniels College of Business, Denver, Colorado, USA

Graduate student organization concentrating on building inter-school relationships and cooperation between internationally focused graduate organizations

Co-founder and member

10/2006-3/2008

á      Co-founded the organization to improve event marketing, coordination, and relationships among approximately 20 internationally focused graduate organizations at four University of Denver colleges.

 

Daniels Ambassador Program, Daniels College of Business, University of Denver, Denver, Colorado, USA

Graduate student program coordinated by the College to connect prospective students with new students

Program Manager

1/2007-4/2008

Member

1/2006-6/2008

á      Coordinated the CollegeÕs efforts by recruiting and training new ambassadors

á      Provided advice regarding Daniels College of Business to prospective students

 

Daniels Consulting and Strategy Group, Daniels College of Business, University of Denver, Denver, Colorado, USA

Graduate student organization concentrating on preparing its members for success in the consulting industry

Member

3/2007-6/2008

 

Democratic Party of Denver County, Denver, Colorado, USA

County level political party focused on promoting the Democratic Party

Co-chair, Technology Committee

2/2007-10/2007

Chair, Web Development Team

2/2007-10/2007

Volunteer, Technology Committee

7/2005-10/2007

á      Coordinated the technology strategy development to aggregate all information sources for the various functions of the Party

á      Managed the Web Development Team in all aspects of project planning, project management, programming techniques, and volunteer coordination

 

Campus Activities Board, University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, USA

Student organization that produces free entertainment for University of Iowa students

Director of Daytime Activities

4/2003-12/2003

Film Director

4/2002-4/2003

á      Served on the executive team and created an organizational strategy that allowed our group to request $75,000 annually from the University of Iowa Student Group Association and supplement that request with a matching $75,000 request from the Iowa Memorial Union

á      Coordinated free weekly daytime activities for the University of Iowa Memorial Union, growing the event series from once a semester to a recurring bimonthly event series with assistance of student project managers

á      Introduced the now annual free summer film series at the University of Iowa Memorial Union, growing the event from an attendance of 50 to 400 people

 

Student Technology Advisory Committee, University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, USA

University organization enabling student input into the UniversityÕs technology acquisition process

Member

1/2005-5/2005

á      Generated ideas and acted as a sounding board for new technologies that the University wished to implement across the University

 

Dance Marathon, University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, USA

Student organization that provides year-round support to pediatric cancer patients and their families

Volunteer Driver

2/2004

á      Provided logistical support driving pediatric cancer patients and their families between designated hotels and the event facilities

 

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS