About
I grew up near Kansas City, MO with an interest in what makes the world the way it is. Put simply, I'm interested in how bits and atoms interact – where the digital world meets the physical world. Growing up in the information age had a large influence on my interests and ultimate career path; I built my first website at 10 years old. Volunteering with great organizations like Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation after my brother survived childhood cancer has given me a new perspective on life. Technological advances continue to be another resource for improving lives – whether through communication, medicine, or entertainment. I'm excited for what the future brings and am ecstatic to be a part of it.
Incomplete and unordered list of my influencers: Nikola Tesla, Claude Shannon, George Eastman, Ewing Kauffman, Neil DeGrasse Tyson, Elon Musk, Alexandra Scott.
EDUCATION
University of Missouri Science & Technology - Rolla, MO
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Master of Science in Engineering Management, in progress
University of Missouri - Columbia, MO
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Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, May 2016
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Minor in Mathematics
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Magna Cum Laude
Blue Springs South High School - Blue Springs, MO
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Diploma, May 2012
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Summa Cum Laude
WORK EXPERIENCE
Burns & McDonnell Kansas City, MO June 2016–Present
Assistant Electrical Engineer – Global Facilities – Mission Critical
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I'm excited to "Create Amazing" with the team I interned with!
Burns & McDonnell Kansas City, MO May 2015–Aug 2015
Electrical Engineering Intern – Global Facilities – Mission Critical
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Collaborate with a team to assess, design, and build redundant power solutions for numerous cellular communication sites
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Calculate available fault current from utility data; ensure short-circuit current ratings are not exceeded on automatic transfer switches, generators, and circuit breakers
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Write engineering perspective responses to zoning jurisdictions, contractors, and landowners
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Complete electrical engineering analysis on project designs with regards to efficiency and fiscal concerns
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Assist in procuring future clients with bidding details on scope of work
Hy-Vee Blue Springs, MO Aug 2010–Jan 2016
Customer Service Clerk
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Provide prompt, efficient, and friendly service to ensure customer satisfaction while maintaining high quality standards
CERTIFICATIONS
Engineer Intern, Missouri Division of Professional Registration
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Training
AWARDS
Missouri Society of Professional Engineers – Western Chapter Scholarship (2015)
University of Missouri Dean’s List (2015, 2014, 2013, 2012)
University of Missouri Excellence Award (2015, 2014, 2013, 2012)
Lloyd and Margaret Ketcham Scholarship (2014)
PRA Scholarship (2014, 2012)
University of Missouri Engineering Dean’s Development Scholarship (2013)
University of Missouri Engineering Merit Scholarship (2012)
College Board AP Scholar Award (2012)
Hy-Vee, Inc. Scholarship (2012)
Brian Borgstadt Memorial Scholarship (2012)
Blue Springs South High School Book Award (2012)
Excellence in Broadcasting Scholarship (2012)
Sideliner Sports Scholarship (2012)
Kohl’s “Kids Who Care” Store Winner (2011)
Alex’s Lemonade Stand Family of the Year (2009)
WDAF-TV “Reaching 4 Excellence” Award (2007)
Prudential Spirit of Community Award state honoree (2007) and runner-up (2006)
ACTIVITIES
Consultant for Blue Springs, MO School District Media Network (2012-present)
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Assist with technical operations of cable television channel and internet radio station, manage website and social media networks
Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation host and social media organizer (2004-present)
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Assisted in raising over $1.2 million for pediatric cancer research in the Kansas City metro area and served as auction coordinator (2008-2012)
Treasurer for Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) - Eta Kappa Nu - Iota Chapter (2015-2016)
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Administered financial accounts and prepared financial reports for University of Missouri chapter
Volunteer at Centro Latino de Salud - Columbia, MO (2014-2016)
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Tutored underprivileged youth in a variety of subjects; created a positive learning and social environment
SKILLS
Adobe Creative Cloud / Suite
Acrobat
Encore
Illustrator
InDesign
Photoshop
Premiere Pro
Apple
Final Cut Pro
iMovie
iOS
Audio Production
Arrakis Systems Digilink-Xtreme
Avid Pro Tools
MAGIX Audio Cleaning Lab
Electrical Engineering
Cadence PSpice
ETAP
OrCAD Capture
Languages
Assembly (x86)
C
MATLAB
Visual Basic for Applications (VBA)
Microsoft Office Suite
Excel
OneNote
Outlook
PowerPoint
Word
Promotional Tools
Bing Ads
Constant Contact
Facebook Ads
GoDaddy
Google AdWords
HootSuite
Snapchat
YouTube
Web Design
Facebook Pages
GoDaddy
Google Analytics
Register.com
Wix