Jonathan Thompson

210 Tatom Ave. Atmore, Alabama 36502 Phone: (251) 583-3248 Email: theonetrueace@msn.com

210 Tatom Ave. Atmore, Alabama 36502 Phone: (251) 583-3248 Email: theonetrueace@msn.com

Jonathan Thompson

November 28, 2011

Dear Recruiting Manager: Since a young man, I have been a part of the financial and operational management of many small businesses. This started as me observing my familys various businesses, then lead to me becoming an entrepreneur myself. I have learned the value of many things such as a dollar, employee loyalty, personal and professional drive, and quality work and products. Those qualities are now instilled in everything I do and how I do them. I graduated high school in the spring of 2003. A naive young man, I decided that college wasnt my first priority and thus turned down an opportunity to attend Faulkner State Community College, then got a full time job at a local IT company. After moving up through that company for over a year and relocating at their request, I was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) which forced my resignation. The next 4 years were the hardest of my life, but also the most fruitful. I learned a great many things such as the value of family and friends and their loyalty when it counts. My entire outlook on life changed and so did my attitude. After receiving my last chemotherapy treatment I decided to get back into the work force. Although my previous employer was no longer in business, I was able to secure an entry level construction job to get my foot back in the door. That turned out to be a bad idea. I was unable to do the work required due to my health and thus forced to resign. At that point I knew IT is where I needed to be. However I had been out of the industry for 4 years. So, I decided a college degree was going to be the best way to reenter the industry. I have made a decision that my education will be a life-long project. I am currently attending Devry University doing classes online. My major is Computer Information Systems. Current plans have me attending Drexel online to get my masters. Three years after making this decision, I am now ready to put everything Ive learned to work. My primary goal is to find an employer who supports the continuing education of their employees. I am confident that my experience, skills, and values will be a great fit for your team. Best regards, Jonathan Thompson

210 Tatom Ave. Atmore, Alabama 36502 Phone: (251) 583-3248 Email: theonetrueace@msn.com

Jonathan Thompson

Current Career Path

Currently I am providing web/game server hosting for a number of clients via a leased dedicated server which I both setup and manage. My hosting business has been growing over the last couple of years, starting with a single site on a shared hosting account, to multiple sites on a virtual private server, and finally to where I am now. In addition to my hosting business I am currently attending the University of Devry (Online-Full Time), enrolled in the Bachelor of Science degree program with a major of Computer Information Systems specializing in Software Programming. My currently primary employment is being provided by Winn Dixie of Atmore. I am currently working part time as a contributing member of the stocking team. The Winn Dixie management has shown interest in my continuing education and thus provided me with the schedule I need to be able to go to school full time, while still supporting my family.

Career Highlights
While working at AtDrag Inc. I worked my way to the top. After starting at the lowest possible level and working every position possible over the course of 10 years, including but not limited to everything from flipping burgers in the concession stand to counting hundreds of thousands of dollars on large events, as well as skill related jobs like operating tractors and other prep equipment, announcing, and running the timing computer. I eventually held the title of general manager for 2 years. During the years of my battle with cancer I served as announcer when my health allowed; before being laid off due to the collapse of the economy, rising fuel prices, and the lack of spectator support in the area. During my time with Econec Inc., I quickly showed management qualities they were looking for. I started out at a low level technical support position. Within 3 months I had worked my way to the top of the tech-center as a senior technician. I was also the most knowledgeable person in the company, when it came to internet satellite systems. After 3 more months, I had worked my way up to middle management. I was then given the title, Assistant Network Administrator. At that point I answered to only two people in the company of 20+ employees. After the company moved to Mobile AL from Brewton AL, I was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) which forced my resignation. That battle with cancer lasted 4+ years and on completion of my treatments I was made aware that Econec Inc. was no longer in business. Previously I obtained employment at CharCo Inc. as a general laborer. I was cautioned by family and friends that I wasnt ready to go back to work after my previous battle with cancer, but I tried anyway. The resulting 3 months proved to me that I wasnt ready at that time. However I made the choice that if I wasnt able to work, then I would go back to school to better prepare myself for a time when I would be ready. My employment at Subway of Flomaton was my first real experience with customer service. It was a great time of learning for me. The experience molded my attitude and ambition for success. At just 16, with only a few months experience, I was trusted to open and/or close one of three different restaurants.

210 Tatom Ave. Atmore, Alabama 36502 Phone: (251) 583-3248 Email: theonetrueace@msn.com

Jonathan Thompson

Work History

Winn Dixie Atmore, AL October 2011 - Current

Stockman I am currently working with the stocking team and responsible for various tasks depending on day of the week.

CharCo Inc. Flomaton, AL September 2008 - November 2008

General Labor As a General Laborer, I was given several tasks a day to have completed. I was working as a hand on new and existing pipelines doing installs and problem diagnosis. It was finally agreed on by both me and my managers that I couldnt physically handle the harshness of the work due to the lasting effects of my previous battle with cancer. Reason for leaving: Health

AtDrag Inc. dba Atmore Dragway Atmore, AL April 1998 - September 2008
General Manager/Technical Inspector/Web Master As the general manager of AtDrag Inc., I was responsible for many things. I did 99% of the web and graphic design for the company. I was over all other employees, only answering to the owner of the company. I handled race planning, promotion, and management. I was also responsible for the safety of all drivers, which we controlled by technical inspections of racecars. Reason for leaving: Layoff

210 Tatom Ave. Atmore, Alabama 36502 Phone: (251) 583-3248 Email: theonetrueace@msn.com

Jonathan Thompson

Econec Inc. Brewton, AL May 2003 - September 2004

Assistant Network Administrator/Senior Tier 3 Support Supervisor/Satellite Support Supervisor My responsibilities included web design and programming, as well as general server maintenance and any technical support issues that couldnt be resolved in the tech-center. Reason for leaving: Health

Subway Flomaton, AL - Atmore, AL August 2002 April 2003

Opening/Closing On-duty Manager I worked as a sandwich artist assigned the duty of opening or closing any one of three stores in the locally run chain. Reason for leaving: Better job opportunity

Current Education
40+ Hours OSHA Safety Training High School Diploma (Records lost in flood) G.E.D. from Alabama Community College System (Needed to get into college) Bachelors Degree in Computer Information Systems from Devry University (75% Completed)

Future Educational Plans

Currently I am less than a year away from completing my BS. My current plan is to pursue a MS in Software Engineering through Drexel University on completion of my current program. I would also like to pursue certifications through Microsoft with relation to .NET languages (C# & VB). Although career related learning is a life long journey, I also have interests in other areas such as electrical engineering, cosmology, and theology, just to name a few. My education is my third top priority, only falling being my family and career. In my spare time I enjoy exploring the subjects that stimulate my mind; and I dont see that changing any time soon.

210 Tatom Ave. Atmore, Alabama 36502 Phone: (251) 583-3248 Email: theonetrueace@msn.com

Jonathan Thompson

Career Rated Skills

Client/Server Programming C89/C++ C#/VB.NET/ASP.NET PHP OraclePL/SQL Database Design & Management Microsoft SQL Server Oracle10g MySQL Graphic & Website Design Adobe Photoshop Adobe Dreamweaver HTML/CSS Application Specific Adobe Creative Suite (Dreamweaver, Photoshop) Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Word) Microsoft Visual Studio Operating System Specific Microsoft Windows Client(2k,XP,7) Microsoft Windows Server(2k,2k3) CentOS 5/6 (Web Hosting Services) Currently Under Study Flash/ActionScript 3 Java Python

References
Joe Campbell 318-439-0041 George Mayne 251-363-0175 James Jones 251-254-0002 Jeff Kilgore 251-680-0013