Highly motivated professional with several years of management and design experience. Comfortable working independently or as a team member. Applies business acumen and experience to meet and exceed organizational goals.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner
Money Clip & Maria's Bakery
Hampton
04.1996 - 02.2025
Oversaw daily operations of bakery and retail store to ensure smooth functionality.
Resolved customer inquiries and issues efficiently, enhancing overall service quality.
Maintained accurate records for production, inventory, income, and expenses.
Managed budgeting for operations, including accounts payable, receivable, and payroll.
Designer
Federal Mogul/Chrysler
Hampton
06.1999 - 06.2000
Developed detailed design documentation using CAD software for production teams.
Created product designs that adhered to specifications.
Evaluated product samples and adjusted designs to meet desired outcomes.
Submarine Piping Designer
Newport News Shipbuilding
Newport News
06.1991 - 06.1998
Designed intricate piping layouts for complex shipbuilding projects using CAD software.
Collaborated with engineering teams to ensure strict adherence to design specifications.
Developed comprehensive piping schematics and assembly instructions for production purposes.
Served as Seawolf Submarine on-site liaison in Groton, CT, facilitating project progress and communication.
Certified in 3D Catia; trained hundreds of Newport News Shipyard workers in software usage.
Education
Enterprise Certificate - Cyber Security
Thomas Nelson Community College
Hampton, VA
10-2018
Associate of Applied Science - Drafting And Design
Thomas Nelson Community College
Hampton, VA
10-1992
Certificate of Technical Studies - AutoCad 2026 And AutoCad Inventor Pro 2026
Thomas Nelson Community College
Hampton, VA
Skills
AutoCAD and 2D drafting
3D modeling and design
Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
Customer service and support
Data entry and management
Microsoft Excel proficiency
Typing speed and accuracy
Timeline
Designer
Federal Mogul/Chrysler
06.1999 - 06.2000
Business Owner
Money Clip & Maria's Bakery
04.1996 - 02.2025
Submarine Piping Designer
Newport News Shipbuilding
06.1991 - 06.1998
Enterprise Certificate - Cyber Security
Thomas Nelson Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Drafting And Design
Thomas Nelson Community College
Certificate of Technical Studies - AutoCad 2026 And AutoCad Inventor Pro 2026