Rich Simpson 513 Lavender Lane Virginia Beach, VA 23462 (757) 439-1224 simp@simpsys.com QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY Motivated, inquisitive individual with the skills, creativity and ability to plan and implement a method for accomplishing a desired goal. Over 8 years of programming experience and proficiency in several languages, including Delphi, C, C++, Java, HTML, ASP, Perl, Pascal and Visual Basic (own all Delphi enterprise versions through D6 and many components). Currently experimenting with .NET. Recently divested from a Company I co-founded and co-owned to focus on software development. Wrote several applications including management software for small garages and automotive shops, Web and Client server work order system, 1000-user web/SQL2000 project for Commonwealth of Massachusetts, shrink-wrapped and internationally distributed Facilities software and data extraction application for the Medical industry. Hundreds of web sites developed. Expertise in problem solving and database conversions; short learning curve. EMPLOYER/OWNER EXPERIENCE Convergent Technologies Virginia Beach, VA (1999-April, 2003) A multi-service technology company, Convergent was formed by bringing Simpson Systems and Robertson Technologies together. Convergent grew rapidly and served approximately 400 clients with up to 10 employees. Manager, Senior Software Programmer/Developer and mentor/teacher to junior programmers. Responsible for the servers and complex technical support. Simpson Systems Virginia Beach, VA (Founded 1993) Self employed 1993-1996. Application development and consulting for small and mid-sized businesses. Most programs written in Delphi or Borland C++. R & R Fish Company Virginia Beach, VA (1987-1996) Owner and operator of R & R Fish Company, a lucrative, self-founded commercial fishing business. Responsible for all management duties including recruitment, training and retention of employees, maintenance of fishing vessel within federal requirements, documentation of vessel hours and expenditures. Designed and implemented computerized accounting package including A/P, A/R, payroll, inventory and reports format for commercial fishing industry. EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE Abacus Communications Virginia Beach, VA (1996-1997) Staff programmer. Developed applications using Delphi, C/C++, and Microsoft SQL Server 6.5 to support call center applications and alphanumeric paging. Programmed and maintained Lucent G3 phone switch. Wrote and maintained company Internet and Intranet using UNIX BSDI and Microsoft IIS. Coding and implementation of CGI, ISAPI, Perl and Java. Provided 24x7 operations support. Colonna's Shipyard, Inc. Norfolk, VA (1991-1993) Produced metal ship's components from raw material and detailed drawings or blueprints. Required close attention to detail and the ability to consistently and effectively utilize required machinery and tools to produce desired end products within specific tolerances. Digitron Dayton, OH (1985-1986) Maintained and supervised a 12-man assembly line for machine parts production. Required ability to manage assembly line workers as well as NC, CNC and Alan-Bradley machines to maintain high productivity levels. Monsanto Research Miamisburg, OH (1980-1985) Produced machine parts from raw materials by programming and operating CNC equipment. EDUCATION Tidewater Community College, Virginia Beach VA 1995-1997 CIS Program Sinclair College, Dayton OH 1979-1984