A picture of me

With a hat
I am currently an instructor at Clarkson University in New York. Originally I'm from Connecticut but have attended Clarkson for my undergraduate and graduate degrees. I hold a masters in information technology and a bachelors degree in supply chain management and information systems.

Professional interests
  • PHP/MySQL web applications.
  • Amazon Web Services integration and deployment.
  • Database repair scripting.
  • Teaching software requirements gathering and programming in a business context.
  • Explaining complex software to non programmers.
Personal interests
  • Flying over the Adirondacks.
  • Open skate at the arena.
  • Skiing no matter how cold it is.
  • Building and launching high altitude balloons.
  • Hiking anywhere, but mountains are best.
  • Biking on dirt roads.
  • Local natural history.
  • Meteorology.
  • Taking photos, or time lapse video.
  • Driving in snowstorms.
  • Only wearing hats for photos (depicted to the right ->).


I also hold a private pilot's certificate (2008) and general class ham radio license (2001).