Accomplished Senior VP of Software Engineering & UX/UI Design, recognized for pioneering the front-end transformation at Citadel, where the establishment of the inaugural UX/UI teams set a benchmark for user-centric development, and currently heading up Application Design and Development for Mesirow in Chicago. Adept in building and leading global teams to architect and execute 20+ real-time and data-intensive, agile applications, enhancing code quality, and fortifying software with scalable, secure infrastructures. Expertise in merging technical acumen and strong architecture with intuitive design to accelerate product cycles by 25%, bolster user engagement, and drive operational excellence.