30
Years specializing in technology
Cybersecurity
Compliance
AI
Responsible adoption & governance

Summary

Strategic technology executive with 30 years of experience leading technology, software development, cybersecurity, infrastructure, application strategy, and business technology initiatives. Proven ability to align technology strategy with organizational objectives while building secure, scalable, client-focused solutions that improve operational efficiency and support business growth.

Experienced in leading technology organizations through cybersecurity modernization, regulatory and compliance initiatives, application development, cloud technologies, systems integration, client-facing portals, and technology transformation. Recognized for combining strong technical expertise with strategic planning, organizational leadership, communication, and a customer-focused approach.

Experienced in establishing technology as a strategic business function that enables growth, protects organizational and client data, improves operational processes, and delivers measurable value to customers.

Experience

Vice President of Technology

April 2024 – Present

Sanderson Firm PLLC

Provide executive leadership and strategic direction for the organization's technology function, overseeing technology operations, cybersecurity, application development, enterprise systems, technology infrastructure, compliance, and client-facing technology initiatives.

  • Develop and execute the organization's technology strategy in alignment with corporate business objectives and long-term growth initiatives.
  • Establish technology as a strategic business function rather than solely an operational support organization.
  • Develop and maintain a forward-driven technology foundation capable of supporting organizational growth and evolving business requirements.
  • Partner with executive leadership to identify opportunities where technology can improve efficiency, strengthen security, enhance the customer experience, and create new business opportunities.
  • Establish technology priorities, roadmaps, project portfolios, and resource requirements.
  • Evaluate emerging technologies and determine their potential business value, risk, and applicability to the organization.
  • Provide executive leadership with technology recommendations, risk assessments, investment priorities, and strategic direction.

Application Developer

January 2020 – April 2024

Verisk

Application Design and Development

  • Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain business applications and software solutions.
  • Translate business requirements into technical specifications and functional application designs.
  • Develop application features, enhancements, APIs, integrations, database functionality, and automated processes.
  • Evaluate existing applications and identify opportunities to improve performance, functionality, usability, and reliability.
  • Ensure applications are scalable, maintainable, and aligned with organizational technology standards.

Technical Leadership and Problem-Solving

  • Independently lead complex development assignments and resolve advanced technical issues.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to application developers and other technology team members.
  • Recommend appropriate development approaches, technologies, frameworks, and architectural improvements.
  • Establish and promote coding standards, reusable components, documentation practices, and development best practices.
  • Partner with Technology leadership to shape application roadmaps, drive project planning, and guide key technical decisions.

Lead Developer

January 2019 – January 2020

Cisco

Software Engineer

July 2015 – January 2019

Flying Feet

Key Accomplishments

AI

Established a strategic approach to responsible AI adoption, including AI-assisted development, productivity, security, and governance.

Technology Organization

Developed a cross-trained technology team focused on accountability, quality, customer service, and continuous improvement.

Client Security

Led responses to client technology assessments, cybersecurity questionnaires, and information-security requirements.

Continuous Improvement

Identified opportunities to automate processes, improve application usability, strengthen controls, and increase technology efficiency.

Executive Leadership Value

Technology Leadership
Align technology investments and initiatives with corporate strategy and measurable business outcomes.
Cybersecurity Leadership
Protect organizational and client information through modern security controls, risk management, security awareness, and continuous improvement.
Business Partnership
Translate business objectives into secure, scalable technology solutions that improve efficiency and customer experience.
Innovation
Evaluate emerging technologies, including AI, automation, cloud platforms, and digital solutions, based on business value and risk.
People Leadership
Build high-performing, collaborative technology teams through clear expectations, mentoring, cross-training, accountability, and professional development.
Strategic Growth
Establish technology as a foundation for operational excellence, client-focused solutions, and long-term organizational growth.

Education

C.S. Certification

University of North Carolina

2017

BS, Information Technology

University of Maryland

1993 – 1996

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