Here's a brief summary of my work experience.

J Key, LLC

Owner & Founder

Oct. 2025 - Present

Self-employed owner of small business which provides B2B financial and technological consulting services.
Currently working with Taxwise Partners, a tax consulting firm, to maximize process efficiency and cost savings for clients.

Fiscal Analyst

Nov. 2023 - Oct. 2025

Provided nonpartisan fiscal analysis and budget recommendations for legislators for the following departments: Dept. of Revenue, Office of Administrative Hearings, Dept. of Secretary of State, Dept. of State Treasurer, Housing Finance Agency, Office of State Controller, Office of State Budget & Management, and Dept. of Military and Veterans Affairs.
Evaluated budget proposals and impacts of potential legislation on State finances.
Prepared reports and presentations for legislative committees and leadership.

AP Government, Microeconomics, & Psychology Teacher

Jul. 2021 - May 2023

Taught three AP classes to 12th graders at IDEA Mission, focusing on personal development, academic excellence, and self-management.
Led students to achieve #1 ranking in the IDEA Public Schools Texas district on the AP Government exam, outperforming over 20 other schools.
Participated in mentorship and leadership development programs through Teach For America, focusing on equitable education, student co-creation, and project-based learning.

Enterprise Effectiveness Solutions (EES) Intern

May 2020 - Jul. 2020

Created cloud-based software products using modern code technologies and practices in an agile, team based environment.
Built technology plans and solutions to enable a digital workplace for corporate staff and restaurants.
Forged and fostered relationships across technical and functional intern peers and Chick-fil-A Technology leadership.

Co-founder and CBO

Dec. 2018 - May 2021

Started company with a small group of friends as a result of a start-up pitch competition.
Assisted in the creation of functional Django-based webapps and iOS applications for two separate products.
Coordinated Beta Test with 30 organic testers, using their feedback to drive development forward.

Jul. 2023 - Oct. 2023

Completed a southbound thru-hike of the entire Appalachian Trail in less than 4 months (approximately 2,190 miles).
Developed resilience, planning skills, and adaptability while facing challenging conditions.

2023 - Present

Volunteer weekly at Boys and Girls Club, mentoring and supporting youth development.
Active participant in adult recreational tennis and soccer leagues.
Playing bass in a alt-rock cover band, gigging around the Triangle area.