Resume

Matthew Paulson
4805 S. Samantha Dr
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
(605) 933-1589
matt [at] mattpaulson [dot] com

Professional Experience

Adjunct Instructor, Dakota State University August ’08 to Present
In this role, I am responsible for developing curriculum for Dakota State University’s two primary web-programming classes. I also teach sections of these courses online. In the past, I have created a campus news portal for the university and managed the university’s internet marketing campaign for Dakota State’s graduate degree programs in this role.

Senior Web Software Engineer, Factor 360,  Inc. February, ‘08 – Present
In this role, I have developed Factor 360’s “360 WebCMS” content management system and a number of modules associated with the project, including a shopping cart, a photo gallery, an events calendar, data lists, maps and a blog. I have also created websites and custom web-applications in ASP.NET 2.0/3.5/4.0 and have developed proposals for web development projects. I have also created and implemented internet marketing campaigns for clients and managed strategic outsourcing efforts.

President, American Consumer News, LLC. November ’06 to Present
American Consumer News, LLC is an online publishing company which operates a number of consumer and financial websites, including American Banking News.com and American Consumer News.com. I am the president of American Consumer News, LLC and manage the company’s day-to-day operations.

Technical Skills
Web Development Technologies: ASP.NET (C#), PHP, JavaScript, jQuery, AJAX, HTML/XHTML, CSS
Content Management Systems: WordPress, Joomla, Drupal, General CMS Design and Development
API Implementation: Facebook/FBML, Twitter, PayPal, Element Express
Database Technologies: MySQL, Microsoft SQL
Marketing Skills: Search Engine Optimization, Pay-Per-Click Campaign Development
Systems and Server Administration Skills: PC Repair & Installation, Windows Server 2003 & 2008
Other Skills: Technical Writing, Project Management, Strategic Outsourcing

Academic Credentials and Honors

Sioux Falls Seminary Jan’ 10 – Present
* Masters of Arts in Christian Leadership
* Specialization in Leadership Studies
* Anticipated completion date: May 2014.

Dakota State University May ’08 to Aug ‘09
* Masters of Science in Information Systems
* Specialization in E-Commerce
* Graduated Summa Cum Laude (4.0 GPA)

Dakota State University August ’04 to May ‘08
* Bachelors of Science in Computer Science
* Minors in Electronic Commerce and Applied Mathematics
* Member of the Kappa Sigma Iota Honor Society
* Center of Excellence in Information Systems
* NSF/DSU Math and Computer Science Technology Scholar
* DSU Champion Scholar
* Graduated Cum Laude (3.6 GPA)
* President’s Academic Honors List (seven semesters)

Mitchell High School August ’00 to May ‘04
* High-School Diploma
* South Dakota Board of Regents Scholar
* National Forensics League Superior Distinction

Professional & Community Leadership

Tapestry International Ministries Mar ’10 – Present
Tapestry International Ministries is an international, multi-faceted non-profit aimed at empowering other ministries and bringing spiritual and economic restoration to impoverished individuals around the globe. I serve on Tapestry International Ministries’ board of advisers and provide business expertise to the organization.

Central Baptist Church July ’09 – Present
I am actively involved in ministry work at Central Baptist Church. I serve on the church’s missions board and financial ministries team. I help coordinate Financial Peace University courses and maintain Central Baptist Church’s Website.

Intervarsity Christian Fellowship (Dakota State University Chapter) August ’05 – May ‘09
During my time at Dakota State University, I was actively involved in the local InterVarsity Christian Fellowship chapter. I served as treasurer for the organization for three years and served as the chapter’s president for one year. I was responsible for planning of organizational activities, special events and missions trips. I also assisted in planning the chapter’s weekly large group event.

Center of Excellence in Computer Information Systems September ’04 – May ‘09
I was heavily involved with the Center of Excellence in Computer Information Systems at Dakota State University during my undergraduate and graduate studies. I received three awards to conduct research on operating system security, online banking security and content management system development and presented on those topics at the Center of Excellence’s Annual Symposium in 2007, 2008 and 2009. I also presented my research at the state capital during those years.

Professional References

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