Brian Sumpter

Brian Sumpter has a extensive work experience in the field of database administration and technical account management. Brian started their career in 2000 by founding a private consulting firm called Emedia Designs, where they specialized in MySQL, PHP, and Linux projects. During their time at Emedia Designs, they provided advanced MySQL DBA services, MySQL and PHP project development, and implemented MySQL load balancing for high traffic environments.

In 2007, Brian joined CSC - Computer Sciences Corporation as a Senior MySQL DBA, where they supported MySQL instances for Universal Music Group and Dun & Bradstreet. Brian also managed installations and upgrades of MySQL in various environments.

In 2010, Brian joined Acxiom as an Expert MySQL DBA. Brian supported over 400 large MySQL instances and implemented high-availability databases using Percona XtraDB Cluster.

From 2016 to 2018, Brian worked at Percona as a Technical Account Manager. Brian directly engaged with clients, providing technical expertise and oversight for advanced MySQL environments. Brian also built strong relationships internally with technical support teams.

In 2019, Brian continued their role as a Technical Account Manager at Percona, where they worked directly with clients in a technical and customer service capacity. Brian provided technical expertise and oversight for advanced MySQL, MongoDB, and PostgreSQL environments.

Overall, Brian has a strong background in MySQL database administration, technical account management, and project development.

Brian Sumpter has a background in English Literature with a focus on English Literature from the University of Kentucky. Outside of their degree, they have obtained several certifications including AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner from Amazon Web Services (AWS), MySQL 5.0 Database Administrator from Oracle MySQL, and MySQL Certified Associate also from Oracle MySQL. No specific information regarding the months or years in which these certifications were obtained is provided.