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I’m a technology leader and applied data scientist with 25 years of experience delivering mission-critical enterprise systems across pharma, beverages, and startups. I pair Fortune 500-level delivery with hands-on technical practice to build and ship production software, lead end-to-end programs, and translate complex requirements into actionable engineering plans.
Today I focus on advisory work and product leadership in data science, AI deployment, and SAP/ERP delivery, working with clients across Australia, the UK, and the U.S. I mentor teams, drive agile adoption, and champion responsible AI, combining enterprise governance with pragmatic engineering.
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Work Experience
Asst. Research Professional / Asst. Director for Information Technology at University of Alabama, Global Water Security Center; Tuscaloosa, AL
January 1, 2023 - October 3, 2025Spearheaded key IT programs and served as executive manager and SME for the Global Water Security Center, leading developments in IT infrastructure and capabilities supporting research. Oversaw deployment and maintenance of software applications, computing, networking, web, and cybersecurity technologies for this multidisciplinary water/environmental security program.
Clinical Faculty / Lecturer, Analytics & Information Systems at Auburn University; Auburn, AL
January 1, 2021 - October 3, 2025Delivered university-level lectures for Database Systems courses, including Database Design via ERDs, SQL - MySQL & SQL Server, and Data Visualization via PowerBI. Promoted student success and positive engagement for assigned courses within the College of Business (HCOB) Information Systems Management Program.
Clinical Faculty / MIS Instructor / Faculty Sponsor at University of Alabama; Tuscaloosa, AL
January 1, 2019 - October 3, 2025MIS instructor and faculty sponsor for capstone work experience program teams composed of senior-level MIS students and masters-level students. Fostered student success, knowledge attainment, development, and professional readiness for students within the MIS, and Enterprise Consulting concentrations. Covered topics of database design, agile software development, and scrum methodology application in successfully meeting business-driven needs. Led multiple full-stack development efforts as faculty lead within an agile SDLC.
ERP Program Manager (Contract) at Diageo; London, UK
January 1, 2012 - October 3, 2025Delivered end-to-end program management for ERP deployment and SAP releases. Established ERP roadmap and strategic plan, overseeing the subsequent multi-year delivery. Deployed a robust, high-availability ERP system for operations in multiple countries, engaging effectively with outsourced partners and onshore/offshore teams.
VP ERP Design & Deployment at GlaxoSmithKline; London, UK
January 1, 2009 - October 3, 2025Spearheaded strategic planning and delivery for an ERP system deployment while operating as a key member of the Commercial & Enterprise Systems senior leadership team. Directed design and deployment that included the embedding of release methods across GSK core ERP assets serving both commercial and manufacturing systems.
Career Break
January 1, 2023 - PresentCareer break from professional employment.
Asst. Research Professional / Asst. Director for Information Technology at University of Alabama, Global Water Security Center
January 1, 2023 - October 3, 2025Spearheaded key programs and served as executive manager and SME for the Global Water Security Center. Led IT infrastructure, software deployment, networking, web, and cybersecurity initiatives to support multidisciplinary research.
Clinical Faculty / Lecturer, Analytics & Information Systems at Auburn University
January 1, 2021 - October 3, 2025Delivered university-level lectures for Database Systems (ERD design, SQL - MySQL & SQL Server) and data visualization with PowerBI; promoted student success and engagement in the Information Systems Management program.
Clinical Faculty / MIS Instructor / Faculty Sponsor at University of Alabama
January 1, 2019 - October 3, 2025MIS instructor and faculty sponsor for capstone teams; covered topics including database design, agile software development, and scrum methodology; led full-stack development efforts within an agile SDLC.
ERP Program Manager (Contract) at Diageo
January 1, 2012 - October 3, 2025Delivered end-to-end ERP program management, established ERP roadmap and multi-year delivery, and deployed a robust high-availability ERP system across multiple countries; coordinated with outsourced partners and onshore/offshore teams.
VP ERP Design & Deployment at GlaxoSmithKline
January 1, 2009 - October 3, 2025Led strategic planning and delivery for ERP deployment, embedding release methods across core ERP assets serving commercial and manufacturing systems.
Asst. Research Professional / Asst. Director for Information Technology at University of Alabama, Global Water Security Center
January 31, 2023 - October 3, 2025Spearheaded key programs and executive manager and SME for the Global Water Security Center, leading developments in IT infrastructure and capabilities supporting research. Oversaw deployment and maintenance of software applications, computing, networking, web, and cybersecurity technologies for this multidisciplinary water/environmental security program.
Clinical Faculty / Lecturer, Analytics & Information Systems at Auburn University
December 31, 2021 - October 3, 2025Delivered compelling university-level lectures for Database Systems courses, including Database Design via ERDs, SQL - MySQL & SQL Server, and Data Visualization via PowerBI. Promoted student success and positive engagement for assigned courses within the College of Business (HCOB) Information Systems Management Program.
Clinical Faculty / MIS Instructor / Faculty Sponsor at University of Alabama
December 31, 2019 - October 3, 2025Served as MIS instructor and faculty sponsor for capstone work experience program teams composed of senior-level MIS students and masters-level students. Fostered student success, knowledge attainment, development, and professional readiness for students within the MIS, and Enterprise Consulting concentrations. Covered topics of database design, agile software development, and scrum methodology application in successfully meeting business-driven needs. Led multiple full-stack development efforts as faculty lead within an agile SDLC.
ERP Program Manager (Contract) at Diageo
December 31, 2012 - October 3, 2025Delivered end-to-end program management for this spirit and beverage manufacturer/distributor, primarily involving ERP deployment and SAP releases. Established ERP roadmap and strategic plan, overseeing the subsequent multi-year delivery. Deployed a robust, high-availability ERP system for operations in multiple countries, engaging effectively with outsourced partners and onshore/offshore teams.
VP ERP Design & Deployment at GlaxoSmithKline
December 31, 2009 - October 3, 2025Spearheaded strategic planning and delivery for an ERP system deployment while operating as a key member of the Commercial & Enterprise Systems senior leadership team. Directed design and deployment that included the introduction of embedding of release methods across GSK core ERP assets serving both commercial and manufacturing systems.
Asst. Research Professional / Asst. Director for Information Technology at University of Alabama, Global Water Security Center
January 1, 2023 - October 3, 2025Spearheaded key IT programs and served as executive manager and SME for the Global Water Security Center. Led IT infrastructure developments, software deployment, computing, networking, web, and cybersecurity capabilities to support multidisciplinary research in water and environmental security.
Clinical Faculty / Lecturer, Analytics & Information Systems at Auburn University
December 31, 2021 - October 3, 2025Delivered university lectures on Database Systems, ERD design, SQL (MySQL & SQL Server), and Data Visualization via PowerBI. Promoted student success and positive engagement within the College of Business Information Systems Management Program.
Clinical Faculty / MIS Instructor / Faculty Sponsor at University of Alabama
December 31, 2019 - October 3, 2025MIS instructor and faculty sponsor for capstone teams; fostered student success, knowledge attainment, development, and professional readiness. Covered topics of database design, agile software development, and Scrum methodology; led full-stack development projects within an agile SDLC.
ERP Program Manager (Contract) at Diageo
December 31, 2012 - October 3, 2025Delivered end-to-end ERP deployment programs including SAP releases; defined ERP roadmaps and managed multi-country delivery with onshore/offshore partners.
VP ERP Design & Deployment at GlaxoSmithKline
December 31, 2009 - October 3, 2025Spearheaded strategic planning and delivery for ERP deployment, shaping the embedding of release methods across core ERP assets serving both commercial and manufacturing systems.
Principal Advisor at RJ Doherty Advisory
January 1, 2023 - PresentStrategic IT governance, enterprise architecture, and AI/ML advisory for clients; leads multi-disciplinary delivery programs and governance across international engagements.
Founder & Sole Developer at Kyvara Pty Ltd
January 1, 2026 - PresentFounder and sole developer delivering production software and AI-enabled solutions with end-to-end product responsibility in a Melbourne-based operation.
Data Scientist (Work Integrated Learning) at IM RA Surgical via RMIT
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023Applied data science to clinical and operational data; built and evaluated ML models; contributed to robotic/medical-surgical contexts.
Assistant Director, IT at University of Alabama, Global Water Security Center
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023Led IT strategy and security for a global research center; oversaw data architecture, security, and IT operations across campus and remote sites.
Clinical Faculty — Analytics & Information Systems at Auburn University & University of Alabama
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2021Taught analytics and information systems; led research initiatives; supervised student projects; responsible for eight-plus years of top-rated teaching.
VP, ERP Design & Deployment at GlaxoSmithKline
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2009Led 48 consultants and six director-level reports; release management across five regulated ERP systems; £5M+ annual budget.
ERP Programme Manager / SAP Technical Lead at Diageo
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2012Global BW/BI data-warehouse consolidation across six countries; led Diageo's first Agile/Scrum adoption and first enterprise iPad deployment (Salesforce/Force.com + SAP ECC6).
CTO at FacilityPro
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2002SAP B2B marketplace; Forbes Best of the Web 2001; 500+ users / 4,000+ locations; startup raised $40M; team of 25–50.
SAP Consultant / Technical PM at SAP America
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2000Enterprise implementations across OshKosh B'Gosh, Imerys, United Catalysts, Vencor, and Convergys.
Data Scientist (Work Integrated Learning) at IMRA Surgical via RMIT
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023Work-integrated learning focus on clinical and operational data; model development and evaluation using Python, Pandas, Scikit-Learn within a regulated medical device context.
Education
Master of Data Science (MSDS) at Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT)
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025Master of Business Administration (MBA) at University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025Bachelor of Science, Computer Science (BSCS) at University of Alabama
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025Master of Data Science at Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT)
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025Master of Business Administration (MBA) at University of Alabama
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025Bachelor of Science, Computer Science (BSCS) at University of Alabama
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025Master of Data Science (MSDS) at Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT)
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025Master of Business Administration (MBA) at University of Alabama
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025Bachelor of Science, Computer Science (BSCS) at University of Alabama
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025Master of Data Science at Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT)
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025Master of Business Administration at University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025Bachelor of Science, Computer Science (BSCS) at University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025Master of Data Science at RMIT University
January 1, 2023 - May 31, 2026MBA at University of Alabama
January 11, 2030 - May 31, 2026BSc Computer Science at University of Alabama
January 11, 2030 - May 31, 2026Master of Data Science at RMIT University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023MBA at University of Alabama
January 11, 2030 - May 31, 2026BSc Computer Science at University of Alabama
January 11, 2030 - May 31, 2026Qualifications
Python for Data Science
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025AI & Development
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025Data Analysis with Python
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025DevOps on AWS, Code, Build, and Test
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025AWS Fundamentals, Migrating to the Cloud
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025Python for Data Science
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025AI & Development
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025Data Analysis with Python
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025DevOps on AWS, Code, Build, and Test
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025AWS Fundamentals, Migrating to the Cloud, AWS
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025Python for Data Science
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025Data Analysis with Python
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025DevOps on AWS
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025AWS Fundamentals, Migrating to the Cloud
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025Python for Data Science, AI & Development
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025Data Analysis with Python, IBM
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025DevOps on AWS, Code, Build, and Test, AWS
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025AWS Fundamentals, Migrating to the Cloud, AWS
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025Certified Scrum Master
January 11, 2030 - May 31, 2026Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
January 11, 2030 - May 31, 2026PRINCE2 & MSP Registered Practitioner
January 11, 2030 - May 31, 2026IBM Python for Data Science
January 11, 2030 - May 31, 2026AWS DevOps & Cloud Fundamentals
January 11, 2030 - May 31, 2026Certified Scrum Master
January 11, 2030 - May 31, 2026Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
January 11, 2030 - May 31, 2026Prince2 & MSP Registered Practitioner
January 11, 2030 - May 31, 2026IBM Python for Data Science
January 11, 2030 - May 31, 2026AWS DevOps & Cloud Fundamentals
January 11, 2030 - May 31, 2026Industry Experience
Education, Life Sciences, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Other, Computers & Electronics, Energy & Utilities, Government, Media & Entertainment, Healthcare
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