I'm a developer who specializes in software development, product management, and business strategy, with a strong background in AI, eCommerce, and patent consulting. Based in Bozeman, Montana, I have led teams across multiple disciplines, from software engineering to legal consulting and large-scale acquisitions. With years of experience in startups and established enterprises, I have a track record of scaling businesses, leading high-impact product development, and driving innovation. I was an early team member at RightNow Technologies, contributing to its growth past IPO and later acquisition for $1.5B. I also founded and successfully exited multiple businesses, including Que Ver, LLC and DropTrip. My expertise spans Node.js, JavaScript, Ruby, AI-driven solutions, and intellectual property strategy. I thrive in fast-paced, high-impact environments and love pushing the boundaries of what technology can achieve. Employment and project experience Senior Software Engineer DisplayGecko September 2019 – Present (5 years 5 months) - Leading software development contracting projects with a diverse team of developers. - Focused on AI, automation, and custom software solutions. Owner Que Ver, LLC April 2012 – June 2022 (10 years 3 months) - Scaled the business by 400% in 5 years, making ElSpeleo a leading high-end headlamp brand. - Managed inventory, product updates, and optimized manufacturing costs. - Successfully exited after selling the company. Founder and CEO DropTrip October 2011 – February 2017 (5 years 5 months) - Led a startup that saw 8% week-over-week growth in its first year. - Secured over $300,000 in funding and built a 7-person co-founding team. - Recognized as 2015 Innovator of the Year by Prospera Business Network. Director of Product Management and Patent Specialist RightNow Technologies (Acquired by Oracle) May 2009 – February 2012 (2 years 10 months) - Managed product vision and strategy for AI-powered search and knowledge base solutions. - Led a $34M acquisition and integrated a 70-person European company. - Ran the executive patent committee and handled all new patent filings. Director of Research and Innovation RightNow Technologies May 1999 – June 2008 (9 years 2 months) - One of the first 3 developers at RightNow, helping scale the company past IPO. - Designed the CRM industry's leading end-user framework, used for over a decade. - Managed a team of 10, leading research, product development, and IP strategy.

Doug Warner

I'm a developer who specializes in software development, product management, and business strategy, with a strong background in AI, eCommerce, and patent consulting. Based in Bozeman, Montana, I have led teams across multiple disciplines, from software engineering to legal consulting and large-scale acquisitions. With years of experience in startups and established enterprises, I have a track record of scaling businesses, leading high-impact product development, and driving innovation. I was an early team member at RightNow Technologies, contributing to its growth past IPO and later acquisition for $1.5B. I also founded and successfully exited multiple businesses, including Que Ver, LLC and DropTrip. My expertise spans Node.js, JavaScript, Ruby, AI-driven solutions, and intellectual property strategy. I thrive in fast-paced, high-impact environments and love pushing the boundaries of what technology can achieve. Employment and project experience Senior Software Engineer DisplayGecko September 2019 – Present (5 years 5 months) - Leading software development contracting projects with a diverse team of developers. - Focused on AI, automation, and custom software solutions. Owner Que Ver, LLC April 2012 – June 2022 (10 years 3 months) - Scaled the business by 400% in 5 years, making ElSpeleo a leading high-end headlamp brand. - Managed inventory, product updates, and optimized manufacturing costs. - Successfully exited after selling the company. Founder and CEO DropTrip October 2011 – February 2017 (5 years 5 months) - Led a startup that saw 8% week-over-week growth in its first year. - Secured over $300,000 in funding and built a 7-person co-founding team. - Recognized as 2015 Innovator of the Year by Prospera Business Network. Director of Product Management and Patent Specialist RightNow Technologies (Acquired by Oracle) May 2009 – February 2012 (2 years 10 months) - Managed product vision and strategy for AI-powered search and knowledge base solutions. - Led a $34M acquisition and integrated a 70-person European company. - Ran the executive patent committee and handled all new patent filings. Director of Research and Innovation RightNow Technologies May 1999 – June 2008 (9 years 2 months) - One of the first 3 developers at RightNow, helping scale the company past IPO. - Designed the CRM industry's leading end-user framework, used for over a decade. - Managed a team of 10, leading research, product development, and IP strategy.

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I’m a developer who specializes in software development, product management, and business strategy, with a strong background in AI, eCommerce, and patent consulting. Based in Bozeman, Montana, I have led teams across multiple disciplines, from software engineering to legal consulting and large-scale acquisitions.

With years of experience in startups and established enterprises, I have a track record of scaling businesses, leading high-impact product development, and driving innovation. I was an early team member at RightNow Technologies, contributing to its growth past IPO and later acquisition for $1.5B. I also founded and successfully exited multiple businesses, including Que Ver, LLC and DropTrip. My expertise spans Node.js, JavaScript, Ruby, AI-driven solutions, and intellectual property strategy.

I thrive in fast-paced, high-impact environments and love pushing the boundaries of what technology can achieve.

Employment and project experience

Senior Software Engineer
DisplayGecko
September 2019 – Present (5 years 5 months)

  • Leading software development contracting projects with a diverse team of developers.
  • Focused on AI, automation, and custom software solutions.

Owner
Que Ver, LLC
April 2012 – June 2022 (10 years 3 months)

  • Scaled the business by 400% in 5 years, making ElSpeleo a leading high-end headlamp brand.
  • Managed inventory, product updates, and optimized manufacturing costs.
  • Successfully exited after selling the company.

Founder and CEO
DropTrip
October 2011 – February 2017 (5 years 5 months)

  • Led a startup that saw 8% week-over-week growth in its first year.
  • Secured over $300,000 in funding and built a 7-person co-founding team.
  • Recognized as 2015 Innovator of the Year by Prospera Business Network.

Director of Product Management and Patent Specialist
RightNow Technologies (Acquired by Oracle)
May 2009 – February 2012 (2 years 10 months)

  • Managed product vision and strategy for AI-powered search and knowledge base solutions.
  • Led a $34M acquisition and integrated a 70-person European company.
  • Ran the executive patent committee and handled all new patent filings.

Director of Research and Innovation
RightNow Technologies
May 1999 – June 2008 (9 years 2 months)

  • One of the first 3 developers at RightNow, helping scale the company past IPO.
  • Designed the CRM industry’s leading end-user framework, used for over a decade.
  • Managed a team of 10, leading research, product development, and IP strategy.
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Bachelor of Science - BS at New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology
January 14, 2025 - January 14, 2025
MS Thesis: Neural Network Model of an Air Combat Expert at The University of New Mexico
January 14, 2025 - January 14, 2025

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Software & Internet, Computers & Electronics

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