Chad D. Morgan

Director of Technology

10070 Toulouse Dr

Shreveport, LA 71106

318-617-4140 cdmorgan@gmail.com

Overview

Marine Corps veteran with over 20 years of experience developing software solutions for a wide array of industries. Keen focus on web technologies and geospatial data with an extensive background in transportation and logistics. Strong belief that interpersonal skills are paramount for success in any role, regardless of industry.

Skills

ASP.NET
MVC
C#
Entity Framework
Azure Maps
Google Maps
HTML 5
CSS 3
JavaScript
Boostrap
jQuery
JSON
Azure SQL Database
T-SQL
LINQ
GitHub

Experience

Director of Technology
MapGraphiX November 2013 - Present
Shreveport, LA
- Directed daily development and IT infrastructure operations in a Microsoft Azure environment
- Responsible for the full stack development of a GIS SaaS web application for the transportation industry
- Developed automated ETL processes to allow flat client data to be represented geographically with Google Maps and Azure Maps
- Developed a variety of internal APIs and processes to automate nightly maintenance tasks and provide visibility into software health
- Acted as technical liaison with client IT departments and assisted with the development of data export processes
Owner / Web Developer
Pelican Creek Consulting, LLC October 2008 - Present
Shreveport, LA
- Founded and grew software consulting business based on years of after-hours projects
- Responsible for the full stack development of a variety of web applications, including eCommerce, purchase order, construction, tourism, event management, and transportation management systems
- Configured and maintained server roles centered around IIS and MS SQL Server databases
- Developed and nurtured client relationships including acting as a single point of contact for all account management
- Created and published MathFacts Windows Phone application to test and encourage basic math skills in young children
Senior Web Developer
Praeses, LLC July 2012 - November 2013
Shreveport, LA
- Responsible for the full stack development of a variety of web applications, including eCommerce, tourism, and event management systems
- Configured and maintained server roles centered around IIS and MS SQL Server databases
- Developed and nurtured client relationships including acting as a single point of contact for all account management
- Maintained Department of Defense TOP SECRET security clearance
Director of Technology / Co-Founder
Falcon Applications, LLC (FalconApps) August 2009 - July 2012
Shreveport, LA
- Led and directed a team of developers and designers from architecture phase through deployment and maintenance phases
- Responsible for the complete software development lifecycle of a web-based commodity transportation management system offered on a SaaS platform, initially targeting crude oil transporters
- Responsible for the full stack development of a variety of web applications, including eCommerce, construction, tourism, and event management systems
- Configured and maintained server roles centered around IIS and MS SQL Server databases
- Developed and nurtured client relationships including acting as a single point of contact for all account management
Web Developer
New Tech Computer Systems July 2006 - October 2008
Shreveport, LA
- Part of a two person team responsible for the full stack development of physician office management and prescription tracking systems
- Responsible for design conception and implementation with early adoption of a CSS-based layout approach
- Regularly met with clients on-site to gather requirements and observe application usage
Web Developer
AFS Logistics November 2004 - July 2006
Shreveport, LA
- Coordinated and led the execution of a migration from SQL Server 2000 to SQL Server 2005
- Conceived and integrated new web applications and processes within existing corporate intranet
- Developed web-based shipping solution with early adoption of AJAX techniques and .NET Web Services to access and return transit times asynchronously from over 30 carrier websites
- Maintained current BI solutions and created new ones with Cognos and SQL 2000 Reporting Services
- Implemented and managed software training programs for salesmen and clients via Microsoft Live Meeting
Developer Support Technical Router
Volt Services / Microsoft Corporation December 2003 - November 2004
Charlotte, NC
- Provided first-touch support for all Microsoft developer technologies
- Coordinated resolution of in-depth development issues with product-specific support teams within Microsoft
- Received extensive customer support training in a call center environment
IT Specialist
Logisource August 2003 - December 2003
Matthews, NC
- Created reporting solutions with Crystal 8.5 / 9, VB.NET using Access and dBase as data sources
- Conceived and developed various reporting macros for Excel using Visual Basic for Applications (VBA)
- Designed future SQL Server database structure in Visio as the target for dBase migration
- Assumed the role of network administrator, provided internal and external support in a NT / 2000 environment
Information Systems Coordinator
United States Marine Corps March 2003 - August 2003
Camp Lejeune, NC
- Recalled to active duty March 28 in support of Operation Enduring Freedom – released August 16
- Provided network and software support as well as email administration with Exchange Server 2000 for over 200 Marines in a Windows NT 4.0 / 2000 environment
Software Developer / IS Help Desk Manager
AFS Logistics October 2001 - March 2003
Shreveport, LA
- Created various desktop and distributed applications with VB6 and VB.NET for auditing and rate calculation
- Developed extensive Excel, Word, Access, and Outlook macros with VBA, focused on analyzing accounting information for clients
- Established new position of IS Help Desk Manager and tracked all IS projects with Microsoft Project
Telecommunications Maintenance Supervisor
United States Marine Corps September 1996 - October 2001
Camp Lejeune, NC
- Installed, maintained, networked, and repaired PBX level switches, telephones, and cabling systems
- Meritoriously promoted from E-3 to E-4 based on "outstanding leadership ability and technical proficiency"
- Maintained Department of Defense SECRET security clearance
- Honorable Discharge at the rate of E-5

Certifications

MCPDMicrosoft Certified Professional DeveloperASP.NET Developer 3.5March 30, 2010
MCPDMicrosoft Certified Professional DeveloperWeb DeveloperNovember 26, 2007
MCTSMicrosoft Certified Technology Specialist.NET 2.0 Distributed ApplicationsMay 9, 2007
MCTSMicrosoft Certified Technology Specialist.NET 2.0 Web ApplicationsMarch 21, 2007
MCTSMicrosoft Certified Technology Specialist.NET 2.0 Windows ApplicationsMarch 21, 2007
MCTSMicrosoft Certified Technology SpecialistSQL Server 2005September 13, 2006
MCADMicrosoft Certified Application DeveloperMicrosoft Visual Studio .NETNovember 14, 2005
MOSMicrosoft Office Specialist MasterMicrosoft Office XPSeptember 14, 2004
MCDSTMicrosoft Certified Desktop Support TechnicianMicrosoft Windows XPAugust 5, 2004
MCSDMicrosoft Certified Solution DeveloperMicrosoft Visual Studio 6.0April 21, 2004
MCPMicrosoft Certified ProfessionalGeneralNovember 4, 2002

Education

.NET UniversityLouisiana State UniversityShreveport, LA2006 - 2007
MCSD / MCAD (C#) Preparation CourseLouisiana State UniversityShreveport, LA2005
MCSE / MCSA (2003) Preparation CourseLouisiana State UniversityShreveport, LA2005
MCSE (2000) / A+ / Network+ CoursesNew Horizons Learning CenterCharlotte, NC2003 - 2004
MCSD (VB6) Preparation CourseLouisiana State UniversityShreveport, LA2002 - 2003
Computer Science (BASIC / PASCAL)Caddo Magnet High SchoolShreveport, LA1993 - 1995