michaelLbraden.com
About Michael Braden
PROFILE
FileMaker Pro Database Developer with broad technical and management experience.
I provide an analysis of your core business systems and identify software tools to help you become more efficient and productive. When needed I build custom database applications using FileMaker Pro, the leading cross-platform productivity tool for organizations and work groups of up to 250 users.
I have spent over 20 years working with small and medium sized businesses, nonprofit organizations, University and government. I have worked to build and improve systems and technology as an employee as well as a consultant, guiding efforts from both inside and outside the organization.
I have fulfilled the following roles:
I am a certified Systems Analyst and have a Bachelors degree in 'Management of Nonprofit Organization.'
Experience - detail
EXPERIENCE
Michael L Braden, Oregon Sole Proprietor — 1/2016 - Present;
Braden Enterprises Inc, San Anselmo, CA — 1/2011 - 12/2015;
Michael Braden & Associates, San Anselmo, CA — 2/2001 - 12/2010
Principal/Developer/Analyst
Database Programmer / Analyst, One World Partners, Sausalito, CA — 3/2006 - 1/2008
Analyzed and rebuilt multiple registration databases for events ranging from 30 to 1500 participants. Databases collected all manner of information necessary to manage events for high-end conferences and incentives, including participant and guest business and personal information, air and ground travel arrangements, event activities and educational sessions, accommodation details, special status details, final email confirmations, billing and discount details, invitation lists, interface with online registration system, badging, etc. Acted as IT support back-up when IT manager was not available.
Programmer/Systems Analyst, Monster Cable Products, Brisbane, CA — 10/2003 - 3/2006
One of two FileMaker Application developers supporting 3 FileMaker application servers, 6 web companion servers, FileMaker 7 Server/Server Advanced - serving approximately 300 FileMaker files representing over 30 applications used in the training, travel, internet certification and marketing departments. Worked with FileMaker based web applications in CDML. Built interfaces to receive data into FileMaker from PeopleSoft applications. Performed analysis and documentation for new applications and updates to existing applications. Worked on adapting the PeopleSoft development process to the FileMaker environment. Participated on a team developing the tiered support system, and on a team developing a knowledge-base support system. Cross platform competent – Mac/PC
Director of Methodology, ZADA: Strategic Digital Agency, Sausalito, CA — 7/2000 - 1/2001
Charged with analyzing and improving procedures in all areas of operation. Assisted in evaluating and recommending new technology directions for the company. Attended sales presentations, wrote and evaluated project proposals, managed web and other development projects. Assisted with production, network troubleshooting, testing and quality assurance. Managed recruitment and hiring process. Contributed to weekly strategic planning meetings.
Experience - detail p2
Director of Operations, Learn2.com - Online learning corporation, Sausalito, CA — 2/1998 - 6/2000
Acquired by SeventhStreet.com/Learn.com, 5/99,
Learn.com acquired by Taleo, 12/2010,
Taleo acquired by Oracle, 4/2012
Operations Management
Project Management
Technical Management
Facilities Management
Web server setup and administration - Photosmart.com
Internet connectivity research, recommendation and implementation for internal network
Experience - detail p3
Director of Operations, Learn2.com (continued)
Internal data/voice network research and implementation
Information Systems Analyst, County of Marin - Office of the District Attorney, San Rafael, CA — 2/1997 - 2/1998
Business/Operations Manager, North Bay Network - internet service provider, San Rafael, CA— 2/1994 - 11/1996
(acquired by Best Internet Communications, 7/96)
Network Technician, Sonoma State University, Cotati, CA — 1993 - 1994
Network Consultant, MicroDesign Resources, Sebastopol, CA — 4/1993 - 12/1993
Technical Support, Center for Critical Thinking, Rohnert Park, CA — 1992 - 1993
Experience - detail p4
Information Systems Manager / Director of Administration / Personnel Manager
Wildwood Natural Foods, Fairfax, CA — 1987 - 1992
Information Systems Manager
Director of Administration/Personnel.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Computer Instructor, Media Alliance, San Francisco, CA — 1989 - 1995
Principal / Consultant, MBA Services, San Anselmo, CA — 7/1986 - 2/1998
Education / certification / affiliations
EDUCATION
World College West — BA, Management of Nonprofit Organization, 1986
(Records held in Sonoma State University archives)
CERTIFICATION
University of California, Berkeley - University Extension - Certificate in Computer Information Systems: Analysis, Design, and Management, 2001 - Awarded with Distinction
AFFILIATIONS
FileMaker Business Alliance partner
FileMaker Developer Subscriber
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