MICHAEL EXPERIENCED TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATIONS P. KREHEL MANAGER II
// R E S U M E
M/K
// PROFILE
Results-driven professional with 34 years of experience in delivering innovative and reliable technology solutions, including home automation, CCTV, access control, electronics design, and custom module development for specialized equipment. My strengths lie in delivering seamless solutions - on time and within budget - for boardrooms, commercial properties, and high-value residential projects. Expertise includes designing, installing, repairing, and supporting advanced electronic and control systems, integrating security, HVAC, A/V, elevators, pools, irrigation, and lighting systems with user-friendly interfaces. Extensive background in both contract work for leading companies and direct customer support.
// WORK EXPERIENCE
INSTRUCTIONAL SYSTEMS PROGRAMMER
Rice University / Houston, Texas Nov. 2023 – Mar. 2024
• Spearheaded advanced Crestron programming to standardize and optimize control across 120 diverse classrooms, ensuring seamless operation of varied hardware through a unified compiled program and user interface. Engineered solutions for cutting-edge, Ethernet-based digital audio and video systems, including setups with 4K LED video walls, multi-projector configurations, and sophisticated microphone arrays with DSP. Collaborated on the design, installation, and servicing of hardware, delivering high-quality, reliable solutions for complex AV environments. MANAGER OF INSTALLATION, SALES, SUPPORT, AND PROGRAMMING MKII Design & Consulting / Houston, Texas Dec. 2014 – present
• Managed sales, invoicing, and the design, installation, and maintenance of control and automation systems for commercial and residential clients. Delivered contract services for major dealers, developing advanced Crestron control software for high-end residential and commercial automation systems. Installed large-scale 4K CCTV systems with 100+ cameras and implemented commercial access control systems. Oversaw extensive networking and A/V installations, including complex setups for restaurants, ensuring seamless functionality and client satisfaction. MANAGER OF INSTALLATION, SUPPORT, AND PROGRAMMING
Microwave Industrial Service, Custom A/V Inc. / Houston, Texas Dec. 2002 – Dec. 2014
• Deployed secure, encrypted satellite video conferencing for remote pharmaceutical and medical sites. Maintained satellite systems for NBC and Reliant Stadium, managing over 100 receivers and modulators. Designed and programmed Crestron control software and provided hardware servicing for high-end residential and commercial automation systems. Collaborated with prominent executives and government officials, to deliver exceptional solutions. PRESIDENT, PRODUCT DESIGN & MANUFACTURING
Think Tank Electronics, Inc. / Houston, Texas Feb. 1999 – Dec. 2002
• Designed and developed one of the first commercially available consumer devices featuring white LEDs. Oversaw manufacturing in China and successfully brought the product to market through QVC and Radio Shack, achieving widespread consumer distribution. PRESIDENT, PRODUCT DESIGN / DEVELOPMENT / SUPPORT
Hometouch, Inc. / Houston, Texas Oct. 1994 – Feb. 1999
• As President, designed and developed Windows-based software with a touchscreen interface to seamlessly control home systems, including music, CCTV, security, HVAC, and A/V, through a user-friendly platform. Provided comprehensive support and conducted dealer training to ensure effective implementation and usage.
MANAGER OF INSTALLATION & SUPPORT
Texas Intelligent Systems, Inc. / Houston, Texas June 1992 – Oct. 1994
• Designed, installed, and supported integrated automation and A/V systems for high-profile clients, including environmental, lighting, security, CCTV, access control, and home theater solutions. Traveled internationally to oversee installations and train local engineers.
// PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
CCTV Installation & Programming
High-End Systems Integration
Access Control Engineering
Security Design & Repair
Staff Management
Instructional Systems
Software Development
Project Management
// CONTACT
8585 Woodway Dr. #121
Houston, Tx. 77036
*********@*****.***
// TECHNICAL SKILLS
Monday
MS Office
Slack
JAVA
Visual Studio
Micro Assembler
Satellite Downlinks
// REFERENCES
Available upon request.
// ONLINE PROFILE
linkedin.com/in/michael-jr-krehel-b42858108/