Michael Calabrese

Michael Calabrese has a diverse work experience spanning over several years. Michael is currently serving as the Head of Technology at Avant Assessment since 2019. Prior to this, from 2011 to 2019, they worked at Lunar Logic, Inc in various roles including Head of Production, Scrum Master, Senior Lead Software Developer, and Senior Software Developer. In these roles, they demonstrated skills in team leadership, implementing agile methodologies, improving production workflow, and managing IT tasks.

Before their time at Lunar Logic, Inc, Michael worked as the Owner at Dunamis Design from 2005 to 2012, where they developed and modified open-source software and customized e-commerce software. Michael also held the position of Manager of Information Systems at Bike Friday from 1999 to 2005, where they built and managed computer systems, developed the company CRM and ERP system, and made strategic business decisions with the board.

Earlier in their career, Michael worked as a Computer Support Coordinator at the University of Oregon in 1999, a Consultant at TEKsystems from 1998 to 1999, and the Manager of Information Systems at Bateman Engineering Inc from 1996 to 1998, where they managed networks, information systems personnel, and performed technical troubleshooting. Michael also worked as an Analyst I at Morrison Knudsen Co. from 1992 to 1996, where they managed networks, performed database administration, and provided technical support.

Overall, Michael Calabrese has a solid track record of leadership positions, technical expertise, and a focus on improving workflow and implementing efficient systems.

Michael Calabrese earned a Bachelor's degree in Music Composition/Theory from the University of Denver, where they studied from 1985 to 1990. Following this, they pursued a Master's degree in Computer Science at the University of Colorado Denver, which they completed from 1990 to 1995.