I’m a technology leader, published author, and Udemy instructor with more than two decades of IT experience in SQL Server, performance optimization, cloud modernization, and database service delivery.

Previously, as Senior Director of SQL at Datavail, I led database professionals across the U.S., India, Canada, and Colombia, supporting enterprise environments on-premises and across AWS and Azure.

My 15+ years as a Senior Director and hiring manager shape my approach to leadership, career development, and practical learning.

BOOKS I’VE AUTHORED

• The First-Time Manager's Playbook: Essential Strategies for Leading with Confidence and Success

• Delivering Technical Presentations: A Quick-Start Guide for Effective Technical Communication

• Migrating to Azure SQL: A Practical Hands-On Guide for Cloud Migration Success

UDEMY COURSES I’VE CREATED

• Job Interview Skills: Prepare, Answer, and Stand Out

• Communication Skills: Practical Scripts for Work and Life

• Practical Skills for Work and Life: Communication Skills

• FinOps Certified Practitioner Exam Prep

• How to Study in College: Notes, Exams, and Finals

• How to Study for IT Certifications

• Delivering Technical Presentations

CERTIFICATIONS

• AWS Certified AI Practitioner

• Project Management Professional (PMP)

• FinOps Certified Professional

• AMA Certified Professional in Management™

• AWS Certified Database – Specialty

• AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

• Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud Architect

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert

• ITIL

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Effective Performance Appraisal — Dale Carnegie Training

• Effective Communication & Human Relations — Dale Carnegie Training

I’ve also authored whitepapers including SQL on Linux, Keeping Pace with Change, and The 5 Hats Worn By Database Administrators, and spoken at SQL PASS, SQL Saturday, RMOUG, and the AWS Workshop Series.

I welcome connections around database technology, cloud operations, FinOps, leadership, and education. Outside of work, I enjoy traveling and exploring culinary traditions around the world.