ART TREVETHAN *** Skinner, Kyle, TX *8640 ***.*********@*****.*** 614-***-****
www.linkedin.com/in/arttrevethan/ Citizenship : US Citizen Address: 240 Skinner, Kyle, TX 78640 Veterans’ Preference : None Phone : 614-***-**** Disability : None
Email : ***.*********@*****.*** Availability : Permanent, Full Time Startup and Technology Senior Executive
Commercialization Growth Strategies Product Development Market Entry EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Senior business operations and startup leader with 20+ years’ experience in identifying opportunities, commercializing technologies, breaking into new markets, and capturing customers.
Organization grower who takes ideas and products to maturity by building teams and creating effective operations needed to drive rapid and sustainable expansion.
Opportunity strategist who can analyze new technologies and grasp value for market while planning infrastructures and processes required for profitable commercialization.
Results deliverer with vision and strategic mindset to create cultures and incentives to foster success and develop efficient systems and processes to support it for the long term.
Respected leader who overcomes complex business challenges and make hard decisions while developing dedicated teams for maximum performance and minimum turnover.
Highlighted Achievements:
Led the development of an innovative, rapid application development platform used to create iOS/Android-compatible mobile solution for data gathering and OSHA compliance for government research and construction safety market; guided offshore development team to delivery of saleable product in 12 months.
Delivered first product licensing contract for self-serve, rapid mobile application development platform to University of Texas School of Nursing in 12 months; delivered second contract in 16 months to University of Puerto Rico NIH study; and delivered first self-serve, independent user contract within 20 months.
Rescued multiple critical technology contracts with important university research centers by developing close relationships with decision-makers, clarifying requirements and goals, managing expectations, and delivering products on time and per contract.
Created effective marketing strategy for innovative, web-based medical credentialing platform aimed at licensed medical providers, capturing 75% of licensed medical provider market in 6 months. Core Competencies:
Operations Management Strategic Planning Technology Commercialization Multi-Channel Marketing Sales Forecasting Business Development Opportunity Identification Funding Team Building/Leadership Process Improvement Market Analysis Software FDLC Product Testing Project Management Quality Assurance Regulatory Compliance Presentations Consulting Client Development Customer Experience Government Sales Customer Support/Service EXPERIENCE
VELOCITY VUE, INC. - Austin, TX
Chief Operating Officer / Chief Technology Officer / Founder - Executive Management Jan 2017–June 2019
Started company to develop and commercialize SaaS/PaaS-based safety and workflow management solutions for commercial construction. Formed production partnerships with offshore partners in Russia to fast-track development. Created and managed team of 7 local employees and consultants as well as offshore team of 7.
Led development of product from idea through prototype to commercial production and first sale within 18 months.
Drove business development through the negotiation of $250K in first-year sales with leading research organizations, including NIH- funded project at University of Puerto Rico, University of Texas School of Nursing, US Arm Medical Research and Materiel Command, and US Army Institute of Surgical Research.
Delivered tools to MRMC and USAISR directly impacting warfighter recovery.
Raised $2M in equity and debt funding from private investors to support product development, organization building, and commercialization efforts.
Drove completion of US Federal SAM registration in just 30 days compared to average 90-day process.
Analyzed and evaluated current processes to adapt to market requirements in construction, military needs, and regulatory environment.
Represented Velocity Vue, Inc in the Construction, Entrepreneurial, and VC Community.
Coordinated and developed advisory community.
Developed and maintained contacts within the construction industry including federal and local government regulatory bodies, commercial construction companies, and other software companies in the competitive space. ***.*********@*****.*** ART TREVETHAN 614-***-**** Page 2 of 5
GUIDEVUE, INC. - Austin, TX/Houston, TX
Chief Operating Officer - Executive Management
February 2016 – January 2017
Recruited to lead R&D and commercialization of handheld rapid mobile app development tool (RMAD) used by research organizations with focus on developing multiple versions to ensure perfect alignment with customer needs. Managed vendors. Established best practices for product development. Rescued failing projects.
Saved $800K in sales by clarifying requirements, managing expectations, and developing collaborative relationships.
Implemented controls To determine effectiveness of processes leading to customer retention improvement of 50%.
Transitioned development subcontractors to increase quality of development and save 20% in development costs.
Developed marketing and sales activities aimed at serving government and warfighter communities.
Expanded market away from research focus entering new military and commercial market, increasing revenues 25%. PROCIAL - San Marcos, TX
Director of Marketing - Executive Staff
January 2015 – February 2016
Recruited to develop market for new healthcare practice compliance management solution. Wrote marketing plan and created media campaign; built sales pipeline.
Developed marketing campaign.
Established relationships with industry partners increasing user uptake 100%.
Developed sales tools and model.
Ran direct email and direct mail campaigns which delivered contacts at 2x market expected rate.
Added over 300,000 users in first 6 months, with forecast $1,000 per user in new, monthly recurring revenues.
Developed and participated in investor presentations.
Represent company at trade show and other events. DVR CONSULTING - Kyle, TX
Vice President - Executive Staff
October 2014– January 2015
Brought on board to lead regulatory certification for solution to update ICD and IMO diagnostic codes in face of politicized opposition. Advised company owner on product/market alignment. Consulted with clients on ICD-9 to ICD-10 conversions; formed resale partnerships.
Delivered sales materials.
Designed and established industry partnership program.
Represent company and products at trade shows.
Successfully brought product to market, capturing multiple sales in Cerner environments. SMARTESOFT - Austin, TX
Chief Evangelist - Executive Management
January 2002 – October 2014
Designed and led integrated marketing effort for automated solution for quality control and application lifecycle management. Designed application architecture, prepared investor presentations and revenue forecasts, coached company founders on technology and sales forecasts for investor meetings. Company spokesman and industry QA SME on social media.
Developed version of software included requirements and application architecture, delivering project on time/budget.
Worked with military and government prospects to understand use case and deliver solutions.
USSTRATCOMM, DHS, Department of State.
Delivered contracts with aggregate value in excess of $1M.
Participated in fundraising activities with Angel and VC funders.
Trained every client onsite, winning praise from many for "best training ever received."
Delivered best practices to Fortune 500 clients in HR, Pharma, heavy industry, and healthcare.
Co-led successful deployment of national blood banks in New Zealand, Scotland, and elsewhere. ***.*********@*****.*** ART TREVETHAN 614-***-**** Page 3 of 5
ABOUTPHACE - Worthington, OH
Chief Executive Officer / Chief Operating Officer - Executive Management February 2000 – January 2002
Managed and grew startup providing custom web browsers and affinity-based marketing/advertising solutions to sports teams, entertainment industry, and government clients. Negotiated funding from angel investors, created company marketing and sales strategies. Captured company first sales, driving first-year revenues to $75,000.
Developed and secured investment from high net worth individuals in angel round.
Captured sales with NFL Teams, entertainment heavyweights, and the State of Ohio.
Hired and developed sales team of 4.
Developed sales materials.
Negotiated, defined, and agreed with US Army recruiting command for new product at 13 colleges. COMBIO - Carlsbad, CA
National Account Executive - Sales
January 1999 – January 2000
California-based Internet startup company. Company specialized in web portal and Internet dialup solutions for the high affinity Business to Consumer, Business to Business, and Business to Employee spaces.
Generation of sales contacts and development of leads into qualified and signed customers
Direct solicitation of customers on the CxO / SVP level setting appointments and presenting concept
Instrumental in rollout, implementation, testing, and training of sales management and reporting tools ReClaim Technologies and Services - Newark, OH
Operations Manager - Operations
January 1996 – December 1999
Startup developing and delivering Artificial Intelligence software solutions identifying recoverable reinsurance for the insurance and reinsurance industry. Developed deep and intimate knowledge of reinsurance principals and theories. Brought on to develop operations procedures.
Worked with client companies to ensure quality of information received and cooperation throughout audit process
Lead audits using tools Including Artificial Intelligence, relational database, and physical audit with teams of various sizes
Related resultant findings to CXO/Director/Sr. VP level in personal and conference formats
Project management for software transition to UNIX based systems ADVISORY BOARDS
Milk the Moment - Nashville, TN
Executive Advisor
January 2016 – Present
Advisory services to entrepreneurial founder/CEO. Focused on several Areas. MILK is a mobile application that rewards you whenever you refrain from using your phone in places or situations where you should not such as: movie theaters, restaurants, live venues, classrooms, automobiles and more. Advise on; Strategy, Funding, Staffing, Product development, Business workflow. Caylent - Irvine, CA
Executive Advisor
December 2015 – Present
Advisory services to entrepreneurial founder/CEO. Founded in 2015, Caylent is a DevOps-as-a-Service platform that makes building, deploying, and managing stacks of highly available apps & services dead simple. Advise on; Strategy, Sales, Staffing, Business risk. ***.*********@*****.*** ART TREVETHAN 614-***-**** Page 4 of 5
PUBLIC SERVICE ACTIVITIES
Fatherhood Advisory Council – Hays County, TX
Council Member – Volunteer Service
February 2020 – Present
This council is open to stakeholders, agencies, businesses, and the general public who have an interest in fatherhood in Hays County and the systems which impact fathers in our area. focused on fatherhood not just at a program level, but at a county level. With this approach, the agency decided to involve cities, agencies, and community members within Hays County. Boy Scouts of America - Sacred Springs District - Kyle, TX District Commissioner – Volunteer Service
January 2019 – January 2020 (One-year term)
Based on experience as a Scout Master for 8+ years, I was asked to take over leadership of the District Commissioner service. In this position we provide district level support and guidance to scouters in our district. Central Texas Food Bank – Kyle, TX
Distribution Volunteer – Volunteer Service
May 2018 – Present
Monthly participation in volunteer coordination, site setup, traffic direction, and food distribution. Under the direction of the city/ county volunteer coordinator.
Boy Scouts of America - Sacred Springs District - Kyle, TX Eagle Coordinator – Volunteer Service
January 2018 – Present
I act as the districts liaison for advancement focusing on the process and approval of Eagle Scouts. To facilitate the process, I provide guidance and training to adult volunteers, recruit adult volunteers, provide advice and leadership to scouts, provide approval on Eagle projects and Eagle paperwork.
American Association of Safety Professionals - Southwest Region III Board Social Media Chair – Volunteer Service
January 2018 – June 2019
Serve as board member supporting the regional boars of the ASSP. Serve on committees organizing and promoting events of the region. American Association of Safety Professionals - Central Texas Chapter - Austin, TX Social Media Chair – Volunteer Service
March 2017 – June 2019
Serve as a board member for the Central Texas chapter of the American Society of Safety Professionals. Handling communications through various channels and representing the chapter at events. Boy Scouts of America - Sacred Springs District - Troop 125 - Kyle, TX Assistant Scoutmaster, Scoutmaster, Troop Eagle Coordinator – Volunteer Service January 2008 – July 2019
I took over troop at the request of the previous Scoutmaster and parents. Recruit a committee from parents and local community leadership. Developed annual plan and budget. The result was found in increased recruitment, 400% first year. The troop earned gold unit award for excellence in program delivery and detail in first year. Provided leadership and training to Scouts aged 11-18 in the BSA program. I successfully participated in youth protection, and other training from local council. I lead adults and Scouts in fundraising activities and on high adventure. Delivered training in skills for merit badges and rank advancement.
Retired from role of Scoutmaster and took on role of Eagle coordinator. In this role I assist the scouts in developing their plans for successfully achieving the highest rank in scouting.
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State of Ohio – Office of the Governor - Ohio Third Frontier Task Force - Columbus, OH Task Force Member – Volunteer Service
January 2003 – January 2005
I served as a representative for the IT industry on this committee. The Governor of Ohio launched his Third Frontier Project to create new, high paying jobs for Ohioans by accelerating the growth of technology enterprises in Ohio. This program was set to invest $1.6 billion over a 10-year period and focus on key clusters of Ohio’s technology strength: Advanced Materials; Bioscience; Information Technology. Delaware County Ohio – County Commission - 20-20 Committee - Delaware, OH Committee Member – Volunteer Service
January 2002 – January 2004
Directed, recruited, and led a talented team of individuals to chart the course of Delaware County, Ohio over the next 20 years. Invited team, implemented structure, guided process, and navigated political landscape. Delaware County, Ohio was amongst the fastest growing counties in the United States at the time.
City of Columbus Ohio – Mayors Office - Economic Development Task Force - Columbus, OH Task Force Member – Volunteer Service
January 1997 – January 1998
I served as a representative for the IT industry on this committee. I was called upon to be a part of this task force as a representative of the IT community. The Mayor of Columbus, Ohio formed a special task force to inquire into the role of technology and the future of the City of Columbus and the greater Central Ohio area. PUBLICATIONS AND MEDIA RECOGNITION
https://kathrynaragon.com/blog/customer-relationship-plus-data/
https://intrepidnow.com/healthcare/provider-credentialing-update/
https://communityimpact.com/austin/business/2015/06/17/san-marcos-startup-aims-to-ease-medical-professionals-workload/
http://blog.ntrlab.com/411/
https://www.softwaretestingmagazine.com/knowledge/integrate-manual-and-automated-testing-in-a-test-plan/