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Design Engineer
Denver, CO
Dec 2012 - Present (11 years 4 months)
Design engineer for Gates Carbon Drive System.
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Product Tester: Cycling/Running
Pearl Izumi
Aug 2007 - Present (16 years 8 months)
--Work directly with product line management on product durability, reliability, and feature functionality.
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Graphic Artist
Panache Cyclewear
Boulder, CO
Mar 2010 - Dec 2012 (2 years 9 months)
--Lead graphic design for custom cycling apparel.
--Form relationships with clients to build apparel that makes their brand stand out.
--Maintain branding for corporate clients in cycling kits.
--Clients: Boulder B-Cycle, Alex Bogusky’s Fearless Force, University of Colorado Boulder Cycling Team, The Just Go Harder Foundation, FasCat Coaching, Bob’s Red Mill Cyclocross Team, and Boulder Mountain Bike Alliance.
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Mechanical Engineering R&D Intern
Medtronic
Jun 2012 - Sep 2012 (3 months)
--Designed and built testing fixture as well as testing protocol for environmental exposure tests.
--Designed and built assembly fixture, integrated into assembly line process, and iterated design with feedback to optimize the fixture and process.
--Created part drawings and documentation. Selected best material for construction, manufacturng method, and validated parts upon receipt.
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Advanced Development Group Intern
Louisville, CO
Jun 2011 - May 2012 (11 months)
--Worked directly with lead product engineer to concept, create, and build prototypes for new developments.
--Created protocol and testing procedures for quality control and assurance.
--Prototyped yet to be released product interaction and user interface.
--Work directly with product line management performing product research and development to optimize design solutions for cycling apparel.
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Graphic Artist
Boulder, CO
Mar 2009 - May 2012 (3 years 2 months)
--Responsibility included carrying designs from concept to production.
--Content included animating GIFs, banner ads, logo art, email newsletters, and business cards.
--Lead creative direction for layout, styling, & copy-writing of pre-existing artwork.
--Client work includes Strava, RockyMounts, Giveo, The Bicycle Outfitter, & Panache Cyclewear.
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Production Artist Intern
Spyder Active Sports
Jun 2011 - Aug 2011 (2 months)
--Took apparel artwork through first prototypes to factory handoffs.
--Work required professional fluency with Adobe Illustrator.
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Client Manager
Pioneer Registration Services, LLC
May 2005 - Oct 2010 (5 years 5 months)
--Successfully managed time & responsibilities while working remotely, two time zones behind main office.
--Provided a customer service platform that goes above-and-beyond to exceed customers’ expectations.
--Crafted solutions using database and hierarchy query with customer feedback that maintains customer loyalty while developing efficient site design.
--Implemented successful podium jersey campaign to increase marketplace presence.
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Carbon Technician
EBS Carbon
Nov 2009 - Jul 2010 (8 months)
--Contract Position
--Carbon fiber manufacturing for aerospace, military, and sporting industries.
--Responsible for carbon lay up of ski boots and NHL hockey helmets, and military projects.
--Hands on experience with mold building, vacuum bagging, autoclave operation, automated cutting table operation.
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eCommerce Manager
Garmin Slipstream Cycling Team
Sep 2008 - Oct 2009 (1 year 1 month)
--Managed inventory, shipping, and customer service for an emerging e-commerce website for the Garmin Slipstream Professional Cycling Team.
--Contributed to sales and marketing promotions using social media campaigns.
--Contributed graphic design for apparel and web-content.
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Professional Cyclist
Jelly Belly Candy Company
Jan 2007 - Dec 2008 (1 year 11 months)
--Professional cyclist for the U.S. based Jelly Belly Cycling Team.
--Established a multi-faceted role as a leader, teammate, and marketing agent.
--Influenced design characteristics for cycling products.
--Maintained fitness with goal setting and discipline.
--Accomplishments included KOM Jersey at the Nature Valley Grand Prix. 6 wins, 15 podiums.
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Mechanic and Sales Associate
Two Wheel Tango
Jan 2000 - Sep 2000 (8 months)
Bicycle mechanic and and salesman.