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about me
about me
I'm Ryan Whitfield a
I build web and cloud solutions that look good and work even better. From AWS to automation, I'm hands-on with the tools that matter. I'm the guy that bridges business goals with real-world tech — sharp on execution, strong on communication, and always dialed in on the mission. Whether it’s shipping a project or solving a deep cloud issue, I show up with focus, speed, and results.
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execution
experience
infrastructure design & compliance consultant
New Era Technology — Washington DC-Baltimore Area
08/2024 – Present
- Survey and validate IT infrastructure in high-security environments (banking, retail, data centers)
- Evaluate physical and network readiness for hybrid/AWS systems
- Lead site assessments for AWS-aligned modernization plans
- Produce field documentation and high-level network topology reports
system architect
BurnBox Pizza — Washington DC-Baltimore Area
03/2019 – 03/2025
- Built and scaled multi-location restaurant brand with fully integrated digital infrastructure
- Integrated Toast POS with APIs (UberEats, DoorDash, AppFront, Grubhub) and AWS CloudFront
- Directed backend networking, cabling, security, and operational architecture
- Designed and implemented automation-first workflows aligned to AWS
multi-unit franchise investor
Smoothie King DMV — Washington D.C. Metro Area
06/2016 – 09/2023
- Managed backend operations, POS rollout, vendor contracts, and tech expansion
- Led efficiency upgrades across hiring, inventory, marketing, and analytics systems
cloud implementation liaison & product strategist
OSP — Washington DC-Baltimore Area
08/2014 – 09/2022
- Led cloud infrastructure alignment for HIPAA-compliant platforms
- Drove AWS migrations and platform modernization efforts
- Bridged product, QA, and DevOps teams to ensure cloud-readiness
director of growth & sales strategy / director of technology operations
Student Watchers — Washington DC-Baltimore Area
03/2008 – 07/2014
- Built and scaled a cloud-based scheduling platform using AWS
- Handled B2B sales, onboarding, pitch decks, CRM logic, and campaigns
- Directed tech teams and internal ops, transforming a local service into a $2.3M cloud-driven business
Ability
My skills
I’m fluent in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, and have worked on projects using frameworks like React, Vue, and Gatsby. I’ve contributed both hands-on and from a leadership perspective — guiding technical decisions and ensuring the right tools were used for the job. I'm also experienced with Git version control, and have some background working with databases like MySQL, MSSQL, and MongoDB. My skill set includes GUI design and graphic design, which I often apply to enhance user experience and interface clarity.
What I have achieved
Awards & Certifications
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate
- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
