March 12, 2024
The intersection of Business and Technology
Why technical depth matters for business leaders, and how business context makes better technical decisions.
leadershipbusinesstechnology
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Business Impact
I build systems that move numbers. Here's what I've achieved through strategic technology implementation.
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Outreach Reply Rate
Improved response rates through strategic messaging and targeting
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Qualified Leads/Month
Generated consistent pipeline of qualified business opportunities
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Time Saved
Reduced manual hours through process automation and optimization
Results from recent business development and automation projects
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Argus Interface
Argus
Deep Research Agent
Problem
Long-form web research is slow and noisy. Manual research lacks consistency and coverage verification.
Approach
Planner → crawler → coverage gate → report pipeline with cached runs and automated evaluation systems.
Result
Cut research time by ~55% while producing consistent, comprehensive briefs across diverse topics.
Result
Cut manual research time by ~55%; produced consistent Y-quality briefs for X topics.
Stack: Python, OpenAI/Claude, browser automation, vector store
Zeno
Email Tracking & Sending
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Problem
Problem
Cold outreach lacks feedback loops and systematic optimization. High bounce rates and low visibility into what works.
2
Approach
Approach
Tracked sends + engagement scoring + intelligent throttling. CSV-driven sequencer with automatic deduplication.
3
Implementation
Implementation
Python-based system with IMAP/SMTP integration and PostgreSQL tracking. Direct Sheets API for campaign management.
1
Problem
Problem
Cold outreach lacks feedback loops and systematic optimization. High bounce rates and low visibility into what works.
2
Approach
Approach
Tracked sends + engagement scoring + intelligent throttling. CSV-driven sequencer with automatic deduplication.
3
Implementation
Implementation
Python-based system with IMAP/SMTP integration and PostgreSQL tracking. Direct Sheets API for campaign management.
Result
Reply rate +18%; bounces -42% across N campaigns.
Stack: Python, IMAP/SMTP, Postgres/Sheets
Writing
Thoughts on business, technology, and building systems that scale.
February 8, 2024
Building Systems That Scale
Design principles for creating business systems that grow with your needs while maintaining reliability.
systemsscalabilityengineering
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January 15, 2024
The Business Case for Automation
How strategic automation implementation can drive measurable business outcomes without replacing human judgment.
businessautomationstrategy
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More writing available on request
Eagle Scout. Expeditions in Minnesota, Florida Keys, Sweden.
Leadership in remote environments.
What It Taught Me
Leadership lessons learned in challenging environments transfer directly to business contexts.
Boundary Waters, Minnesota
Leading teams through uncertainty requires clear communication and adaptability.
Florida Keys
Resource management and planning are critical when stakes are high.
Swedish Wilderness
International leadership requires cultural awareness and flexibility.
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Eagle Scout
Earned through leadership of community service projects and mastery of outdoor skills. Only 4% of Scouts achieve this rank.
About
I'm a business student who builds technology that solves real problems. My background spans strategic research, system automation, and team leadership through both business ventures and outdoor expeditions.
What drives me is the intersection of business strategy and technical implementation. I believe the most impactful solutions come from understanding both what needs to be built and why it matters for the business.
Currently exploring opportunities where I can apply this hybrid perspective to help organizations build systems that scale and deliver measurable results.
When not building systems or analyzing markets, you'll find me planning the next outdoor expedition or working on Eagle Scout projects in the community.
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Professional headshot
Open to tech + business internships
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