Embrace the Vertical
CSS Conf 2014
My first and last public speaking gig. I shared the merits of vertical media queries to solve unique user interface challenges.
I prefer to pour myself into people, things, and experiences that inspire me.
While I've done a little public speaking and writing, I'm not much for public sharing. That may change in the future, but here's a collection of some none tech things I've done.
Speaking
This Week in The Internet
HZDG, 2011-2015
Contributed to about a dozen internal speaking engagements coveing subjects from CSS animation, Accessibility, and more.
Writing
Bridging The Design Execution Gap
SNHU Research & Innovation Discussion, 2023
Discussing the challenges organizations face in effectively translating design concepts into actionable execution.
Embrace the Vertical
Net Magazine 2004
A small feature explaining the value and potential use case for more vertical media query use in the responsive web.
Community
Black Golf Club
Founding Member, 2024
I joined DC's premier Golf Club for Black professionals to support the growth of the community and promote diversity in the sport.
CrossFit Coach & Mentor
CrossFit Kids, 2019-2020
I beleive health is wealth, and there are countless lessons to be learned from pushing your body to its limits. If you conqour your mind and conquer your body, then you can conquer your circumstances.
Geeks Adventure Club
DC Tech, 2010-2011
Tired of sitting at a computer and only talking about tech when we'd socialize, I co-founded and organized a group that would meet for trap shooting, obstacle courses, and more.
Probonafied
Volunteer, 2010-2012
Volunteered frontend and WordPress development to support deserving nonprofits and charter schools.