Ralph Bradsher
Raleigh, NC 27613
Mobile: 919-***-****
*******@*****.***
OVERVIEW
** ***** ** ******** ************* design (ID), training, information
technology (IT), finance, accounting, and leadership experience adds
for a consistent delivery of quality results and a substantial return
on investment (ROI) for employers and client projects.
. Adhere to the ADDIE model for instructional design where on
the spot corrections can be made through the life of the project.
. Produce accurate and comprehensive training documentation and
eLearning while embedding business and system process information
into the development.
. Setup and configure client/server architecture, databases,
multi-user environments, help menu integrations, learning
management systems (LMS), usage tracking and content authoring
software.
. Provide training for content (developers, editors, reviewers,
auditors) and potential trainers(TTT) as well as end-users.
. Standardize classroom training rollouts with web-based training
modes and assessment.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
. OPERATING SYSTEMS: Win (8, 7, Vista, XP, Millenium, 2000 Pro, 98,
95, 3.11), Unix, HP-UX, Mac, OS2, Novell NetWare, Linux
. ERP: Oracle Applications (R12, 11i, 10g, 8i, 7.3, 7.0),
PeopleSoft (9.0, 8.0, 7.0), SAP R/2, Linux 5, M2M (Made2Manage),
AS/400
. LANG/ TECH: SQL, HTML, XML Visual Basic, COBOL, BASIC
. SERVERS & DATABASES: SQL,Windows (2008, 2005, 2003, 2000, NT),
Oracle, PeopleSoft, Citrix, Sun Fire X4450,
. TOOLS: Adobe (Adobe Connect, Dreamweaver, FrameMaker, PageMaker,
Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Captivate), Saba LMS, XML LMS, Oracle UPK
(3.6, 3.1.5, 3.1.0, 2.75), MS Office Suite, OnDemand, Oracle
Tutor, STT Trainer, Snagit, Visio, Edugen, Everest, Lectora, Saba
Centra, Lectora. Cisco WebEx, Citrix GoToMeeting, Clear Orbit ERM
(Supply hain Mgmt. Software), Demantra (Demand Mgmt.), Discoverer
(Reporting), Sage Timberline 9.x w/Report Designer, IFAS -
Integrated Financial and Accounting Software, AERIES Student
Information System 11.0511, SEMS - Substitute Employee Management
System v1.1.0, B2B, EdJoin (Education Join-School Job Search
Site), EDUSOFT, 170 Systems Imaging V4.7.3, COGNOS, SIS (Student
Information Systems), Solomon IV for Windows, Oracle Great
Plains, JD Edwards Enterprise One, Sage ACCPAC, TCP/IP
(Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol), SNMP (Simple
Network Management Protocol), Visual Basic 3.0, FAS for Windows,
Mapics, Accware Integrated Business Suite, MHS (Multi Health
Systems), M2M (Made2Manage), Quickbooks Pro, Reflections, FSIs,
TimeWatch, MAS 90/200, Peachtree Accounting, Sun424, People Soft
Financials, Oracle Financials, Red Hat, Nucleus, Baan 5.0, Lotus
123, Lotus Notes, Adobe Suite, Image Editors, Emails, Instant
Messengers, Media Players, Movie Editors
EXPERIENCE
Omega Training Solutions - Instructional Design Consultant
February 2011 - July 2013
. Designed, developed and delivered training with UPK and other e-
learning authoring tools
. Developed Test Scripts, Training Manuals, Job Aids and Instructor
Manuals for end-users
Created all eLearning
CIBER, Inc. - UPK Training Consultant
February 2010 - February 2011
. Configured and setup the UPK server; database and multi-user
development environment.
. Setup the UPK Client on a multiple training developer's laptops.
. Completed CRP and UAT using the UPK environment for simulations
and instant training
. Developed all Test Script, Training Manuals, Job Aids and
Instructor Manuals
. Created all eLearning modes of Training.
Goodman Networks - UPK Training and Oracle Implementation Support
Consultant
August 2009 - December 2009
. Assessed existing UPK training to upgrade and import into new
training development
. Supported existing and newly customized Oracle modules
. Configured and setup the UPK server; database and multi-user
development environment.
. Setup the UPK Client on a multiple training developer's laptops.
. Completed CRP and UAT using the UPK environment for simulations
and instant training
. Worked with the Tech Consultant in the develop phase of OBIEE
Reporting.
. Produced Engineering, Furnished, Installation and Testing
training documents for 5 lines of business [Microwave, Gov't,
Wire Line (AT&T), Wireless (Verizon) and Allcatel]
. Final QA'd all classroom and web-based training documents and
simulations while providing access via web links to the Player
and Training Guide
. Met all training deliverables.
Oracle 11i (Procurement, Planning, OM, GL, AP, AR, Inv, OTL, P2P,
Projects, Discoverer and iExpense)
Upp Technology Inc. - Sr. UPK Training Consultant
June 2009 - August 2009
. UPK Training development and delivery
AAFES (Army and Air Force Exchange Service), Dallas, TX
June 2008 - August 2009
Oracle UPK Installation/ Training/ TTT (UPK 3.5.1)
. Installed and configured UPK client/server architecture
. Developed UPK outline structures in line with functional scripts
. Team Lead for classroom training simulations and eLearning
. Trained 3 consultants and 2 super-users to develop content
Oracle R12 (iSupplier, iProcurement, Procurement Contracts,
Purchasing), SnagIt,
SmartDraw
Fujitsu Consulting - Sr. UPK Training Consultant
August 2006 - March 2009
. Installed and configured UPK client/server architecture as well
as the Usage Tracking server
. Deployed UPK custom library and installed Help Menu Integration
for context sensitive help
. Created and distributed tech standards for UPK/Citrix Server
installation and configuration
. Developed UPK outline structures in line with post-SIT scripts
. Trained content developers to create content per standards and
procedures
. Managed training development rollouts while providing a catch all
final QA process
Gentex Corp., Zeeland, MI
2008 - 2009
Oracle UPK Installation/ Training/ TTT (UPK 3.1.5)
. Trained 21 consultants to develop content for 450 UPK topics
. Trained two German content developers in content creation for 250
DE language UPK topics
. Conducted Train-the-Trainer/Oracle Navigation sessions for 16
Super Users
. Conducted UPK Player/Oracle Navigation training for 8 Help-desk
staff
. Recorded R12 AGIS as a web ADI for uploading excel data and as a
inter-company hub
Oracle R12 (AR, AP, Advanced Supply Chain Planning, Bill of
Material, Cost Management,
Engineering, Fixed Assets, Flow Manufacturing, General Ledger,
Inventory, Order Management, Projects, Purchasing, Quality),
Sharepoint, SmartDraw
Waukesha Engine - Dresser Inc., Waukesha, WI
2008
Oracle UPK Installation/ Training/ TTT (UPK 3.1.5)
. Trained 35 designated client developers on content creation per
standards and procedures
. Linked published index.html page making web-based training
available to end-users
Oracle 11i
Charter Manufacturing Inc., Saukville, WI
2007 - 2008
Oracle UPK Installation (UPK 3.1.0)
. Conducted Train-the-Trainer/Oracle Navigation sessions for 11
Super Users
. Trained another resource to assist with the training due to
multiple client conflicts
Oracle R12
L&L Products Inc., Romeo, MI
2007 - 2008
Oracle UPK Installation (UPK 3.1.0)
. Demo'd UPK explaining it's ROI, documentation and web-based
outputs
. Produced and distributed installation and development standard
documentation
. Developed a solid consistent training method and work plan for
curriculum development
Oracle R12 (Demand 2 Build, Financials, Inventory, Order To Cash,
Procure 2 Pay, Release Management)
Giant Eagle Inc., Pittsburgh, PA
2007
UPK Installation/ Training (UPK 2.75)
. Aligned all existing TE40s to training development for multiple
business units
. Presented all UPK document and web-based outputs for client
review
. Prepared training documents using scripts for Financials training
. Assisted in Purchasing Training delivery using the developed UPK
Training Manuals
PeopleSoft 9.0 (Purchasing)
Welch's Food, Inc., Concord, MA
2006 - 2007
Oracle UPK Installation/Development/TTT/Training (UPK 2.75 & OnDemand
8.0)
. Led a team of six developers in training development and content
delivery
. Trained twenty client resouces how to develop and maintain
training using the tools
. Trained two client resources on OnDemand for Demantra and
ClearOrbit Apps
. Properly aligned UPK end-user roles to the security matrix roles
and responsibilities
. Successfully delivered 350 training scripts for classroom and web-
based training
Oracle 11i (OPM Quality, Production Execution, Shipping and
Transportation Execution, Order Management, OPM Inventory, Cash
Management, Advanced Product Catalog, AR, AP, Asset Management,
Discrete Inventory, Advanced Supply Chain Planning, Product
Costing, Purchasing), Clear Orbit ERM (Supply Chain Mgmt.
Software), Demantra (Demand Mgmt.), Discoverer (Reporting),
Citrix)
MasTec Inc., Coral Gables, FL
2006 - 2006
Oracle UPK Installation/ Development/ Training (UPK 2.75)
. Accelerated SMEs/Developers in installation and development for
multiple service lines
. Conducted internal and external UPK training for twelve personnel
. Demo'd UPK to a MasTec subsidiary in Asheboro, NC for future
usage.
Oracle 11i (Projects)
Southern Utes Indian Tribe, Durango, CO
2006
UPK Development/ Delivery (UPK 2.75)
. Developed new UPK specifications and standards for a more end-
user friendly flow
. Aligned all existing TE40s to training development for multiple
business units
. Met all deliverables prior to and after 8.9 Go-Live
PeopleSoft 8.9 (Financials, Supply Chain, Asset Mgmt., AR,
Purchasing, AP, Sales)
Synaptis - Training Consultant
April 2006 - August 2006
. Developed client training materials per standards and procedures
initially set forth
. Accelerated functional and technical client UPK participants in
UPK install and development
Jones Lang LaSalle, Singapore (UPK 2.75)
August 2006
Training Development
. Aligned TE40s to HR and Benefits training development
PeopleSoft 8.9 (Human Resources, Benefits, Payroll)
Ryerson University, Toronto, Canada (UPK 2.75 & OnDemand 8.0)
July 2006
Global Knowledge Quick Start
. Trained 2 UPK and OnDemand participants in training development
for 5 target applications.
Oracle 11g, 170 Systems Imaging V4.7.3, COGNOS, PeopleSoft 9.0,
Student Information Systems
Oakland Unified School District (OUSD), Oakland, CA (UPK 2.75 &
OnDemand 8.0)
June 2006
Global Knowledge Quick Start
. Trained 14 UPK and OnDemand participants in training development
for 7 target applications.
PeopleSoft 9.0, Oracle 10, IFAS - Integrated Financial and
Accounting Software, AERIES Student Information System 11.0511,
SEMS - Substitute Employee Management System v1.1.0, EdJoin.Org,
EduSoft (Student Assessment Mgmt. System)
Precision Walls, Inc., Raleigh, NC - Cost Accountant
September 2003 - April 2006
. Created and designed multiple Timberline reports.
. Set up all projects, contracts, tax group/rates, and appropriate
GL control accounts
Sage Timberline 9.0 (Accounts Receivables, Contracts, Report
Designer, Crystal Reports)
Progress Energy Ventures, Raleigh, NC - Asset Management Analyst
March 2002 - July 2003
. Analyzed wholesale energy's marketing, trading, merchant
generation and fuel properties
. Prepared a Monthly Operating report for the Merchant Fleet of 6
Generating Plants
. Ran a daily generation report in support of the floor traders
Solomon IV for Windows, MS Great Plains
Sharon Harris Nuclear Plant, New Hill, NC - Technical Report Writer
June 2001 - September 2001
. Upgraded engineering specs for the 51st 2002 Final Safety
Analysis report
. Utilized NRC licensed SMEs for combustion turbines as resources
for all modifications
Word Perfect 8.0
Office Furniture Marketing (Part-time) Apex, NC - Accounting Resource/Web
Designer
February 2001 - March 2002
. Trained staff on the Accware system as well as accounting
principles
. Created and maintained a furniture store website graphics and
data
QuickBooks Pro, Accware, Crystal Reports
Doctors Health Plan, Inc., Durham, NC - Staff Accountant
December 2000 - June 2001
. Reviewed and finalized Statutory and ADP reports
. Maintained a daily cash flows and reconciled six accounts monthly
MHS, AS400, SQL
SLi Lighting Solutions, Inc., Clayton, NC - Staff Accountant
February 2000 - December 2000
. Paid sales & use tax for 36 states per filing requirements and
performed month-end close
Oracle 8i, AS400, FAS for Windows
Option One, RTP, NC - Logistics Analyst / AR Technician
January 1998 - February 2000
. Implemented a new global logistics Billing module using an HP
platform at Nortel
. Analyzed all data at Nortel's Central Distribution Center
. Billed clients in foreign currencies while recognizing gains and
losses
. Collected $M of disputed invoices for Techstar, Inc.
Oracle 7.0, FSIS, TimeWatch, Sun424, Made2Manage
Geraghty and Miller Environmental Inc. (Arcadis) - Project Accountant
January 1996 - January 1998
. Carried out all project accounting support functions for the
Project Managers
PeopleSoft 7.0, Oracle 7.3, Reflections
EDUCATION
. 2006 Trained in Tutor for eBusiness Suite, Oracle University,
Online
. 2006 Certified in UPK/ OnDemand, Global Knowledge, Cary, NC
. 2005 Certified in Sage Timberline 9.0/ 9.3 and TUG, Charlotte,
NC
. 2002 A+ Certified in PC Upgrade and Repair, CompTIA, Raleigh NC
. 2002 Certified Internet Webmaster (CIW), CompTIA, Raleigh NC
. 1999 Certified in the AS400 iSeries P-Model, Productivity Point,
Greensboro, NC
. 1998 Certified in PeopleSoft 7.0, Productivity Point, Austin, TX
. 1998 Certified in Novell NetWare, Durham Technical Community
College, Durham NC
. 1998 IT Systems and Networking, Durham Technical Community
College, Durham NC
. 1993 AAS in Accounting, Durham Technical Community College,
Durham, NC
. 1989 Certified in Business Administration, 2093rd US Army
Center, Cross Lanes WV
. 1985 Certified in Combat Communications Support, US Army Signal,
Ft. Gordon GA
. 1982 Accounting/Business Management, WV Institute of Technology,
Montgomery WV