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I am a multidisciplinary professional driven by a lifelong passion for continuous learning, creativity, and technical problem-solving. My diverse expertise spans design, woodworking, electronics, and photography, complemented by a deep appreciation for literature.
Thriving in fast-paced settings, I consistently study and adapt to evolving industry landscapes and emerging technologies. Originally from Connecticut, I have long called Florida my home. My professional journey rooted early in my childhood, sparked by a family-supported fascination with computing and a broad curiosity about how things work.
Over the years, I expanded my technical and creative expertise into graphic design, programming, and web development. My career has been defined by agility; I have navigated multiple geographic relocations and embraced the calculated risks of working with early-stage startups across diverse industries.
Operating in these fast-paced environments required me to wear many hats. This multifaceted experience sharpened my critical thinking skills, refined my approach to business strategy, and taught me to solve complex, real-world problems with adaptability and precision.
In 2019, following a major neck surgery and recovery period, I chose to step down from my long-term role. I departed on excellent terms after nearly a decade of service, during which I built lasting professional relationships and a strong reputation—so much so that I am still routinely invited back to consult or interface with key clients.
Following this transition, I dedicated my time to advanced independent research, focusing heavily on Artificial Intelligence and its strategic applications within SEO. As a lifelong builder and technologist, I enjoy exploring cutting-edge tools. Most recently, I have been developing a localized, high-performance AI framework using H2O GPT. By leveraging local hardware and scalable cloud GPUs, I am currently beta-testing a decentralized, uncensored chatbot environment—a project that represents the intersection of my passion for infrastructure tinkering and modern AI.
Most recently, working under the professional name Jake Glass, I stepped into the role of Program Development Director at RocketDriver. Here, I helped guide a small startup to become a leading white-label service provider in our industry. My most notable achievement was architecting our educational ecosystem, which included producing over 50 hours of video training content and hosting hundreds of live webinars. Through these initiatives, I personally trained thousands of individuals in the intricacies of consultative digital marketing sales.
I am always open to connecting with fellow innovators. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to learn more about my work or discuss future opportunities.
In 2009, I was introduced to senior management at Endless Rise Inc. (ERI), a pioneering outsourced SEO and Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) provider that enabled global agencies to resell high-margin digital services. Although I stepped into the international BPO sales space as a new challenge while simultaneously managing clinical research commitments, my performance quickly outpaced expectations. Despite working on a part-time basis initially, my sales volume led the company to offer me a full-time relocation package to Makati, Manila—the region’s primary financial hub.
I gladly accepted the transition, managing global agency accounts directly from the Philippines. While health challenges eventually necessitated my return to the United States for medical care, my time in Manila was an incredibly rewarding experience. I developed a profound respect for the culture and the exceptional professionals I worked alongside. Upon returning to the U.S., I successfully transitioned directly into a new, high-growth professional opportunity.
Seeking a strategic pivot from high-volume, transactional sales at Aqua Pure Solutions, I transitioned into the clinical research sector to leverage my analytical strengths. Entering the field as an Electronic Data Capture (EDC) Specialist, I focused on data integrity and management. Recognizing my adaptability, the organization cross-trained me into clinical operations, where I mastered phlebotomy, investigational product (IP) management protocols, and trial administration.
Throughout this tenure, I gained deep insight into clinical phase trials, regulatory compliance, and complex research methodologies. While the organization was experiencing structural instability prior to my arrival and ultimately ceased operations, the experience was invaluable. It sharpened my procedural discipline and prepared me to quickly transition into my next high-growth opportunity.
Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of helping scale resilient organizations that continue to thrive today. My foundational experience began with Aqua Pure Solutions (APS), a Florida-based residential water purification and treatment provider dedicated to addressing regional water quality challenges.
Mentored by an elite industry sales executive, I quickly advanced from trainee to key builder within the organization. I co-developed multiple operational departments, engineered sustainable marketing pipelines, and drove the early-stage growth that established the company’s long-term market presence. Today, APS remains a successful operating enterprise, a testament to the strong infrastructure we put in place.
Throughout my career in information technology, I have been a staunch advocate for Free and Open-Source Software (FOSS), consistently integrating these solutions to deliver high-value, cost-effective infrastructure for my clients. Beyond immediate cost savings, my commitment to FOSS is rooted in a belief in community-driven innovation and collaborative development. This ethos guided me from an early age; at sixteen, I designed and released a custom icon pack for the MorphOS and AmigaOS operating systems, contributing directly to that dedicated global user base.
Over the years, I have actively supported the open-source ecosystem as a beta tester and collaborator. My involvement spans from the early, foundational days of distributions like Yggdrasil Linux to more modern environments like Deepin Linux. This deep history of community engagement has kept me at the forefront of operating system architecture and open-source development trends.
