Worklife of Cherie L. Ve Ard

With the advent of wireless internet, I work remotely in running two businesses as I am technomodic around the country:

VeArd Computer Research, Inc. (VCR) - A family software business started almost 30 years ago presently focused on providing custom developed web applications for medium to large sized organizations. I've been involved in the business since I was in middle school, became involved full time in 1994, and took over the operations as president in 2000.

Two Steps Beyond - a partnership with Chris Dunphy that we run while being mobile, focused on consulting on technology, mobile gadgets, mobile living, business marketing, strategy, think tank, research and whatever else people will pay us to do while we travel about. We're a true living laboratory for mobile technology.

Resume
Cherie Ve Ard / cherie@serolynne.com / 415-680-3473

Summary

I’m a senior level software developer, project manager and business owner with over fifteen years of proven experience in developing for and consulting to medical, insurance, financial, military, industrial and retail industries. I also have extensive skills in organizing conferences and events, public speaking and media relations.

I am currently open to short to medium term contract projects that can be done primarily telecommuting. Need rapid and reliable turn around on content, copy-edit, report development, web development, technical documentation, software testing, database development, technical consulting, research or analysis?  Then contact me - I can come up to speed quickly and get you the results you need. I don't want a long term contract and nor am I interested in becoming a full time employee. On a project-by-project basis is perfect for me.

Skill Sets

Extensive and solid experience in the full cycle of software development and integrating in technology to business structures; from project management, client interface, compiling specifications, user interface design, database design/management, training, documentation, testing and quality assurance, programming and report design in a wide range of industries.

Skills

Project Management/SDLC
Design: Architecture, Specifications, User Interface
Reporting: Crystal Reports
Application Development: Visual Basic, ASP, JavaScript, VBScript, Basic 2
Database: SQL Server, Access, AIMS+Plus
Web Design: FrontPage/Web Expressions/HTML
Support: Training, Phone Support, Live Chat Support
Documentation: Context Sensitive, Technical Writing, Manual development
Research & Analysis
Event Coordination
Media Relations
Public Speaking and Presentations

Recent Projects

US Army Medical Command (MEDCOM) - Government Budget & Resource Management System
San Antonio, Texas & Worldwide - August 1994 – Present

Project manager and developer for the MEDCOM since 1994 for implementation, development and deployment of worldwide, web based resource management system for all hospitals and medical clinics run by the US Army worldwide. Provided SQLServer database management, all Crystal Reports development and maintenance, end-user support, documentation, training and system specification development. Directed a team of developers to integrate user requirements, technology and reporting with annual development projects to meet changing mission critical requirements.

The Maine Health Alliance – Patient Critical Care Management System with Insurance Coordination
Bangor, Maine & Statewide - January 2001 – Present

Project manager in creation of a custom, HIPAA compliant, web-based, critical care patient case management application. Provided SQLServer database management and development, all Crystal Reports development and maintenance, end-user training and support, system specification development and directing a team of developers in the creation of the application.

Local 1564 Health & Welfare – Full Clinical and Union Software with Insurance Coordination
Chicago, Illinois - April 1996 – December 2006

Project manager in the custom development of a medical management system for the Union’s self-run medical clinic and insurance plan. Provided Visual Basic programming, SQLServer administration and database creation, all Crystal Reports development, end-user training and support, system specification development and directed a team of developers in other aspects of the system.

LifeSpire – Patient and Resource Provider Management System with Insurance Coordination
New York, New York - August 2003 – Present

Project manager and lead programmer in converting LifeSpire’s previous management system into a hybrid Visual Basic and internet based application utilizing SQLServer and Crystal reports. Application handles payroll, patient records, insurance and Medicaid reimbursement and building workflow. Provided specification development, end-user training, SQLServer database management, Visual Basic programming and all Crystal Reports creation. Directed a team of programmers in the development of all other aspects of the application.

Mainline Marketing – Retail Chain of Supply Management System
Melbourne, Florida - January 2002 – Present

Project manager in creating a custom online application to manage their audio/visual manufacturer representative firm. The application allows their remote sales and consultant force to place orders from their dealers online, and to track sales, commission reimbursement and quotations. Provided SQLServer database management, all Crystal Reports development, specification development, end-user training and directed a team of developers in the implementation of the project.

Segal McCambridge Singer & Mahoney – Litigation Case Management System
Austin, Texas – April 2004 – August 2005

Project manager and report design engineer for creating a web based intranet application to track litigation case information such as, discoveries, depositions, schedules, client and plaintiff information in SMSM locations across the country. Provided extensive Crystal Reports report conversion from existing Access based reports.

Volunteer Work

DeckLog / USSVI / Naval Submarine League
Florida - 1998 - Present

Project manager, report generator, graphics designer and database manager of DeckLog, a free naval veterans locator website developed and hosted by VeArd Computer Research, Inc. The engine of the shipmate, ship and association database has since been donated and adopted by the Naval Submarine League and USSVI for their veteran locator services and membership, as well as other individual ship associations.

Florida Poly Retreat
Florida - June 2002 - Present

Coordinator of a regional level 4-day conference and retreat for the alternative relationship style of polyamory. Lead organizer of three of these events - 2003, 2006 and 2007, and consultant for the 2008 event. Coordinating everything from the staff, volunteers, online registration, database creation and room booking, presenters, marketing and all else that goes into putting together an event.