Professional Journey
A timeline of transformation: from high-pressure crisis management to high-performance software engineering.
Founder & Lead Developer
2025 – PresentEmpower Digital Solutions
Architecting and deploying full-stack web applications and premium web designs.
Key Projects
- VowSuite: White-Label SaaS Platform for Wedding Planners.
- The Zen Den: High-performance wellness studio platform.
- Bistro 44: Interactive dining experience & reservation engine.
- AURA: Cinematic personal branding platform.
Automation Engineer
2025 – PresentEmpower Automation
Designing bespoke Google Apps Script solutions to bridge API gaps. Transforming manual business workflows into automated systems.
Operations Manager
2020 – 2025Empower Virtual Assistant Services
Founded and scaled a virtual assistance agency, managing business finances, GDPR compliance, and operational systems. The Pivot: Realised 80% of admin tasks could be solved with better code, sparking my transition to engineering.
Professional Care & Advocacy
2014 – 2020Private & Public Sector
Role: Dedicated care professional and advocate for vulnerable individuals. Transferable Skills: Crisis management, high-pressure decision making and unwavering resilience.
International Experience
2010 – 2014North Cyprus
Roles: Teaching Assistant, Sales, Hospitality & Professional Modelling. Impact: Developed cultural adaptability and strong communication skills.
Sales & Customer Service
2003 – 2010Various Roles
Impact: A solid foundation in direct sales, lead generation, and identifying client needs.
My Superpowers
Operational Intelligence
I see the business flaw before I write the code fix.
Crisis Management
Honed during 10 years in care; code bugs don't panic me.
Communication
I speak "Client", "Designer", and "Developer."
Resilience
I solve problems and love a challenge.
Education
- HND Business AdministrationSCQF Level 8 | Scotland (Business Law, Finance)
- Scottish HighersSTEM, Languages & Vocational