1998–2007
Retail
Data Analysis & Analytics
Built an early career around retail data, analysis, information systems, and translating operational questions into useful technical work.
Technology professor · Course developer · Trainer
Education built from experience.
I help colleges, organizations, and professionals turn complex technology into practical learning—through teaching, course development, applied research, live training, and mentoring.
- 20+
- years teaching
- 250K+
- learners reached*
- 2021
- doctorate earned
*Estimate based on 20+ years of course delivery and writing.
DoctorateBig Data AnalyticsColorado Technical University · 2021
Big Data AnalyticsCourse DesignInformation SystemsApplied ResearchStudent MentorshipTechnology Leadership
The through line
Curiosity became a career.
Teaching made it matter.
It started in 1997 with a late night, an unfamiliar system, and a built-in help manual.
That moment—discovering that the answer might be available if you were willing to look, test, and ask better questions—became the foundation of my work as a technologist and educator.
The first question
Began in market-research data entry, then taught himself Visual FoxPro, DBASE, SQL, and object-oriented programming by following curiosity into the system behind the work.
B.S. in Management Information Systems
Earned at the University at Albany, SUNY while building a career in technology.
MBA in MIS, with honors
Completed an MBA at the University at Albany, connecting technical depth with organizational leadership.
The classroom opens
Began a second career as an adjunct professor—translating professional practice into learning students could use.
Doctorate in Computer Science
Completed a doctorate with a specialization in Big Data Analytics at Colorado Technical University.
Building what comes next
Teaching, designing courses, mentoring, researching, and pursuing opportunities to contribute more broadly in higher education.
The industry track
Career experience that travels into the classroom.
Nearly three decades across data-intensive and regulated industries shape how I teach, research, write, and advise.
2007–2014
Government Healthcare
Architecture & Leadership
Expanded into healthcare technology architecture and leadership within complex, regulated government environments.
2014–2016
Banking
Financial Technology Experience
Applied information-systems and technology experience within the banking sector and its risk-conscious operating environment.
2017–2026
Insurance
Technology & Industry Leadership
Worked across insurance technology, security, data, governance, and organizational leadership.
2017–Present
Retail Consulting
Independent Consulting
Continues advising on retail technology, integrations, data, systems, and practical business transformation.
Teaching portfolio
Where theory meets
the work.
My courses are built to move students from “I understand the concept” to “I can make a sound decision with it.”
Academic foundation
DeVry UniversityProfessor of Practice - Masters Program Data & AI
University of JamestownMasters Program Management Information Systems - Adjunct & Course Developer
Kentucky State UniversityUndergrad & Masters Program MIS/Data Analytics - Adjunct & Course Developer
Maryville UniversityMasters Program Web Development - Adjunct
Empire State CollegeUndergrad Computer Science - Adjunct
Southern New Hampshire UniversityUndergrad Computer Science - Adjunct
Purdue GlobalUndergrad Computer Science - Adjunct
Colorado Technical UniversityUndergrad Computer Science - Adjunct
Texas A&M - San AntonioUndergrad Computer Science - Adjunct
Colorado Technical UniversityDoctorate in Computer Science · Big Data Analytics · 2021
University at Albany, SUNYB.S. in MIS · 2000 · MBA in MIS with honors · 2005
Teaching appointments, credentials, and course specifics available on request.
“The best education doesn’t just transfer knowledge. It changes what someone believes they can do next.”
— Dr. Todd Wolfe
Teaching philosophy
High standards.
Human delivery.
Technology changes quickly. The habits that make someone capable—curiosity, judgment, communication, and persistence—last much longer.
Experience belongs in the classroom
Concepts become durable when learners can connect them to the constraints, tradeoffs, and consequences of real work.
Questions are a professional skill
Knowing how to frame a useful question is central to research, technical problem-solving, and lifelong learning.
Rigor and access can coexist
High standards work best when expectations are clear, feedback is useful, and learners have a path forward.
Beyond the classroom
Bring me the problem
you’re trying to solve.
For institutions, teams, and individuals who need an educator’s structure and a practitioner’s eye.
Custom research
Focused research briefs, literature synthesis, applied analysis, and technical subject-matter support.
Ask about thisCourse writing
Outcomes, modules, assessments, rubrics, projects, and faculty-ready instructional materials.
Ask about thisLive training
On-demand virtual or in-person workshops tailored to a team, institution, or professional audience.
Ask about thisMentoring
Practical guidance for students and professionals navigating technology, graduate study, and leadership.
Ask about thisCareer consulting
Positioning, portfolio feedback, interview preparation, and honest next-step planning.
Ask about thisProfessional mentoring
Clarity, structure,
and an honest next step.
Private mentoring for technology professionals, emerging leaders, educators, and career changers who want experienced perspective and practical accountability.
Career Clarity Session
One 75-minute private session
A focused conversation to clarify your goal, identify the most important obstacle, and leave with a practical written action plan.
- Pre-session questionnaire
- 75-minute virtual session
- Written next-step plan
Academic & Technology Career Sprint
Four sessions over six weeks
Structured support for professionals pursuing a new role, an academic opportunity, graduate study, or stronger career positioning.
- Career positioning strategy
- Résumé and LinkedIn review
- Portfolio and interview guidance
Technology Leadership Mentorship
Six sessions over three months
Ongoing strategic mentorship for emerging and established leaders navigating technology, governance, security, or higher education.
- Individual goals and roadmap
- Six private mentoring sessions
- Curated resources and accountability
Application based
Tell me where you are, where you want to go, and what has been getting in the way.
Apply for mentoring
Package scope and fees are discussed after confirming that the mentoring relationship is a good fit.
Ideas worth building together
Research. Publishing.
Speaking.
I welcome serious collaborations that bring academic rigor, industry experience, and an accessible point of view to difficult technology questions.
Research
Research partnerships
Collaborative applied research, literature synthesis, study design, industry-informed analysis, and projects that connect scholarship with consequential practice.
Propose a collaborationPublishing
Books & coauthoring
Open to book concepts, contributed chapters, coauthoring, technical review, and writing partnerships in technology, governance, analytics, and education.
Propose a collaborationSpeaking
Keynotes & briefings
Practical, audience-aware talks for conferences, universities, leadership teams, professional associations, and industry events.
Propose a collaborationSpeaking and research interestsGovernance, security, and responsible technology across complex industries.
- Data governance
- AI governance
- Cybersecurity and risk
- Insurance
- Retail
- Banking
- Healthcare
- Higher education
Good first questions
How can I help?
Every engagement starts with the audience, the outcome, and the constraints—not a prepackaged solution.
Can you develop a complete technology course?
Yes. Engagements can include learning outcomes, module architecture, lectures, activities, assessments, rubrics, projects, and faculty-ready instructional materials.
Do you provide virtual and in-person training?
Yes. Training can be delivered live online or in person and tailored to a university, leadership team, technical group, or professional audience.
What research support do you offer?
Custom work can include focused research briefs, literature synthesis, applied technology analysis, data strategy, and technical subject-matter support.
Are you open to higher-education opportunities?
Yes. Conversations about adjunct, faculty, curriculum, program development, academic leadership, and student-success opportunities are welcome.
Watch & learn
Ideas in motion.
Selected videos from my work in technology, governance, education, and professional development.
Let’s talk
What could we
build together?
Tell me the audience, the challenge, and the outcome you need. Academic appointments, course development, research partnerships, coauthoring, speaking, live training, mentoring, and career consulting are all welcome conversations.