Dr. Joshua Adams

Career Objective

Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP) with a robust health and technical background and a proven track record in developing innovative solutions to multifaceted challenges. Passionate about fostering community wellness and ensuring organizational resilience in the face of potential disruptions. Specialize in strategic planning, risk management, and the integration of cutting-edge technology to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency. Skilled in data-driven decision-making, stakeholder engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

About Me

I am passionate about leveraging technology for the betterment of society, inspired by the guiding principles of equality, harmony, and the transformative power of AI. As a founder of Resilient Consulting Solutions, my experience spans education, healthcare, and technology, with a special focus on Agriculture, Edge/Edge Compute, Healthcare, AI, and Research.

My approach is deeply influenced by the Baha'i principles, notably the oneness of humanity and the harmony of science and religion. I view technology as a vital tool for both material advancement and spiritual growth. This perspective is evident in my vision for AI research, where the concept of consultation plays a key role. I believe in the power of diverse voices and an inclusive approach to developing and applying technologies like AI, ensuring equity and effectiveness.

My journey, marked by personal challenges and academic achievements, underlines my commitment to ethical innovation. At Resilient Consulting Solutions, we are dedicated to providing technologically advanced solutions that align with our clients' goals, driving growth, resilience, sustainability, and innovation. Our mission is to offer robust and innovative technology solutions, and our vision is to be a global leader in technology consulting, enhancing various industries through innovation and resilience.

Join me on this journey of transformation and innovation as we work together to build a resilient, sustainable, and innovative future.

Experience

Enterprise Architect- Engineer | Researcher ~ Mangata

  • Entrusted with overseeing a significant 3 million GBP grant upon meeting a required spend of 10 million GBP, highlighting financial management and strategic planning capabilities.

  • Directed multicultural teams across global regions, showcasing adaptability and leadership in diverse settings, essential for navigating complex organizational landscapes.

  • Championed development of the Edge Hardware Kit, bridging the digital divide in under-connected regions, reflecting a vision to drive mission-centric innovations and reflecting aptitude for steering impactful R&D efforts.

  • Established foundational system integration policies in a startup environment, demonstrating the ability to set strategic direction and manage growth.

  • Ensured rigorous compliance with critical regulations like HIPAA and PCI, emphasizing responsibility for maintaining organizational integrity and trust.

  • Collaborated with stakeholders, aligning technical projects with overarching company goals, showcasing ability to knit together diverse teams and initiatives for a unified mission.

Education Consultant ~ Carnegie Mellon University

Healthcare IT Consultant ~ FlexAMS

Health Services Technician: U.S. Coast Guard

Jul 2022 - Jun 2023

Jan 2021 - Present

  • Strategic Collaboration & Grant Expertise: Collaborated as a consultant and reviewer for an NSF grant, emphasizing the integration of modern cloud technologies into academic curricula. Showcased the ability to forge impactful partnerships and navigate the complexities of grant applications, vital for non-profit leadership.

  • Curriculum Development & Innovation: Designed and introduced the Computer Science and Cloud Computing Content Curriculum, ensuring Saint Leo students received a contemporary, industry-relevant education. Engaged students with innovative projects, reflecting a commitment to enhancing quality of life and aligning with Sinnissippi's mission.

  • Professional Development & Leadership: Led sessions for educators, emphasizing the ability to motivate and engage a team of professionals. Contributed to academic committees, showcasing experience in fostering collaborative leadership and engaging committed volunteer boards.

  • Research & Data-Driven Decision Making: Researched emerging educational technologies, staying abreast of industry trends and environmental factors. Analyzed academic data to derive actionable insights, underscoring business acumen and strategic planning capabilities.

Jan 2017 - Present

  • Board Collaboration & Non-Profit Dynamics: Engaged directly with the organization director, board members, offering strategic insights. Demonstrated a deep understanding of non-profit challenges, financial constraints, and the importance of community partnerships to bolster organizational missions, to include reducing my consulting fee to ensure organizational needs were met to obtain expertise and skills.

  • End-to-End Solution Development & Continuous Improvement: Managed the full IT project lifecycle tailored to non-profit needs and regularly refined IT processes for optimal performance.

  • Security Advocacy & Risk Management: Prioritized robust security measures, leading to grant funding pursuits for essential security tool integration. Proactively managed IT risks to safeguard organizational data and trust.

  • Strategic Leadership in Training, Vendor Relations & Financial Management: Led technology adoption training initiatives, fostering team collaboration among developers. Strategically managed vendor relationships for optimal resource allocation. Demonstrated profound financial acumen in a non-profit context, ensuring every decision and expenditure aligned with the organization's mission and added tangible value.

Assistant Professor ~ School of Cards, Saint Leo University

Jan 2014 - Present

  • Collaborative Vision & Resource Optimization: Led transformative inter-institutional initiatives with Carnegie Mellon, showcasing visionary leadership and adept resource optimization, vital for nonprofits collaborating for mutual objectives.

  • Innovative Integration & Real-World Relevance: Seamlessly integrated Microsoft courseware, as highlighted in the Microsoft Customer Story, ensuring students gain hands-on experience with industry-standard tools.

  • Community Building & Partnership: Fostered a collaborative community between distinct academic institutions, emphasizing mutual growth and aligning with the collaborative ethos vital for non-profit success.

  • Contributed to academic committees, emphasizing my experience in engaging and developing committed volunteer boards and promoting collaborative leadership.

  • Strategic Collaboration & Stakeholder Alignment: Forged a pivotal partnership between Carnegie Mellon, Microsoft, Google and Saint Leo University, enhancing educational synergies and consistently engaging with key stakeholders to ensure goal alignment and resource optimization.

  • Innovative Leadership in Education: Spearheaded the Cloud Computing Curriculum at Saint Leo, leveraging combined institutional expertise and ensuring students receive contemporary, industry-aligned education.

  • Emergency Medical Leadership & Crisis Response: Led medical interventions in challenging environments, including tropical storms, the Haitian migration crisis, the Gulf of Mexico oil spill, and Hurricane Katrina. Demonstrated resilience, adaptability, and a commitment to safety and well-being.

  • Training, Mentorship, & Crisis Response Coordination: As the Ship Corpsman for CGC Venturous, I spearheaded training initiatives for junior members and managed the health and well-being of 100+ onboard members, emphasizing skill development, coordination, and continuous medical education. Demonstrated leadership and adaptability during critical responses to the Haitian migration crisis, the Gulf of Mexico oil spill, and Hurricane Katrina, ensuring medical care, safety, and well-being under challenging conditions.

  • Leadership, Mentorship, & Clinical Excellence: As a reserve manager, I mentored junior personnel on career advancement and insights into active duty roles, emphasizing my advisory capabilities. I also led operations at a Coast Guard clinic in Saint Petersburg and the Academy's medical laboratory during 'Swab Summer', showcasing team coordination and alignment with broader objectives. Throughout, I remained a staunch advocate for patient rights, ensuring ethical treatment and employing problem-solving in complex clinical scenarios for optimal outcomes.

  • Skills Transferability for Non-Profit Leadership: Leveraged diverse roles in the U.S. Coast Guard to develop skills transferable to non-profit leadership, encompassing coordination, mentorship, operational management, and patient advocacy.

Leadership Competencies

  • Influencing Ability with Unity in Focus: I possess a distinct ability to influence decisions and opinions through reason, persuasion, and a genuine commitment to collective progress. This competency is not just about personal influence but is deeply rooted in fostering unity, promoting equality, and navigating organizational contexts with a vision of shared success and service to humanity.

Jan 1995 - Jan 2015