Work History
July 2026 – Present
CEO and Lead Developer
Veritas Key LLC
- Provide clarity, structure, and pattern-based insights to clients facing confusing organizational dynamics.
- Focus on understanding systemic behaviors, identifying inconsistencies, and organizing complex documentation.
- Deliver accessible support through online and phone-based consultations, ensuring broad reach and flexibility.
- Empower clients to gain grounded clarity in moments where processes, communication, or decisions lack transparency.
CEO and Lead Developer
Veritas Key LLC
- Provide clarity, structure, and pattern-based insights to clients facing confusing organizational dynamics.
- Focus on understanding systemic behaviors, identifying inconsistencies, and organizing complex documentation.
- Deliver accessible support through online and phone-based consultations, ensuring broad reach and flexibility.
- Empower clients to gain grounded clarity in moments where processes, communication, or decisions lack transparency.
March 2026 – July 2026
Technology Services Project & Administrative Manager
Lincoln University of Missouri
- Supported the Chief Information Officer in leading strategic IT initiatives and departmental operations.
- Managed IT projects from initiation to completion, developing timelines, deliverables, and facilitating meetings.
- Oversaw departmental workflows, tracked budgets, managed procurement, and ensured compliance with university policies.
- Coordinated resource allocation across IT teams, monitored service delivery, and identified process improvement opportunities.
- Prepared reports, presentations, and executive communications for the CIO, managing priorities and special initiatives.
- Represented ITS on committees, fostered cross-departmental collaboration, and promoted a culture of continuous improvement.
Technology Services Project & Administrative Manager
Lincoln University of Missouri
- Supported the Chief Information Officer in leading strategic IT initiatives and departmental operations.
- Managed IT projects from initiation to completion, developing timelines, deliverables, and facilitating meetings.
- Oversaw departmental workflows, tracked budgets, managed procurement, and ensured compliance with university policies.
- Coordinated resource allocation across IT teams, monitored service delivery, and identified process improvement opportunities.
- Prepared reports, presentations, and executive communications for the CIO, managing priorities and special initiatives.
- Represented ITS on committees, fostered cross-departmental collaboration, and promoted a culture of continuous improvement.
1993 – 2026
Executive Leader & Former Professional Athlete
Envato Inc.
- From the discipline of professional athletics to the precision of executive leadership, my career spans over three decades of performance, strategy, and innovation. Beginning in 1993 as a professional ball player, I built a foundation of teamwork, resilience, and goal‑driven focus that shaped every stage of my professional life.
- Transitioning from sports into higher‑education leadership, I led departments and initiatives that emphasized structure, mentorship, and measurable outcomes. My work evolved further into digital development and design, where I applied the same competitive mindset to creative systems and technology.
- By the mid‑2010s, I advanced into managerial and executive roles, overseeing operations, development teams, and strategic growth projects. Today, as CEO of Veritas Key LLC, I combine leadership, design, and innovation to build purposeful digital solutions and guide organizations toward clarity and impact.
- This journey — from athlete to executive — reflects a consistent theme: disciplined execution, creative problem‑solving, and a commitment to excellence across every field I’ve entered.
Executive Leader & Former Professional Athlete
Envato Inc.
- From the discipline of professional athletics to the precision of executive leadership, my career spans over three decades of performance, strategy, and innovation. Beginning in 1993 as a professional ball player, I built a foundation of teamwork, resilience, and goal‑driven focus that shaped every stage of my professional life.
- Transitioning from sports into higher‑education leadership, I led departments and initiatives that emphasized structure, mentorship, and measurable outcomes. My work evolved further into digital development and design, where I applied the same competitive mindset to creative systems and technology.
- By the mid‑2010s, I advanced into managerial and executive roles, overseeing operations, development teams, and strategic growth projects. Today, as CEO of Veritas Key LLC, I combine leadership, design, and innovation to build purposeful digital solutions and guide organizations toward clarity and impact.
- This journey — from athlete to executive — reflects a consistent theme: disciplined execution, creative problem‑solving, and a commitment to excellence across every field I’ve entered.
Education
2025 – 2027
EdD in Educational Technology & Leadership
William Woods University
- My EdD in Leadership and Technology strengthened the foundation I built over decades of performance, discipline, and organizational leadership. Through advanced study in systems thinking, digital transformation, and organizational change, I developed a research‑driven approach to leading people, modernizing processes, and integrating technology into learning environments.
- The program deepened my expertise in organizational leadership, higher‑education administration, and technology‑supported learning — allowing me to connect human behavior, motivation, and digital systems in practical, measurable ways. My work emphasized clarity in communication, ethical leadership, and the ability to guide institutions through complex change.
- This doctoral journey refined my ability to lead departments, manage technical teams, and design solutions that improve workflows, service delivery, and student outcomes. It also reinforced my commitment to transparency, accountability, and innovation — principles I now apply as a manager, department head, developer, and CEO.
- The EdD elevated my leadership philosophy: technology is most powerful when it empowers people, strengthens culture, and drives sustainable organizational growth.
EdD in Educational Technology & Leadership
William Woods University
- My EdD in Leadership and Technology strengthened the foundation I built over decades of performance, discipline, and organizational leadership. Through advanced study in systems thinking, digital transformation, and organizational change, I developed a research‑driven approach to leading people, modernizing processes, and integrating technology into learning environments.
- The program deepened my expertise in organizational leadership, higher‑education administration, and technology‑supported learning — allowing me to connect human behavior, motivation, and digital systems in practical, measurable ways. My work emphasized clarity in communication, ethical leadership, and the ability to guide institutions through complex change.
- This doctoral journey refined my ability to lead departments, manage technical teams, and design solutions that improve workflows, service delivery, and student outcomes. It also reinforced my commitment to transparency, accountability, and innovation — principles I now apply as a manager, department head, developer, and CEO.
- The EdD elevated my leadership philosophy: technology is most powerful when it empowers people, strengthens culture, and drives sustainable organizational growth.
1999 – 2020
Education Summary
Lincoln University of Missouri; University of Illinois, Springfield; University of Missouri, Columbia
- From 1999 through 2020, I completed a comprehensive academic progression that strengthened my expertise in leadership, technology, and information systems. Beginning with foundational studies in computing, I earned multiple Associate and Bachelor of Science degrees in Computer Information Systems from Lincoln University, Missouri, building the technical base that supported my early work in digital systems and organizational operations.
- I advanced into graduate‑level study with a Master of Science in Management Information Systems from the University of Illinois Springfield, where I focused on systems design, enterprise technology, and strategic IT management. This period refined my ability to bridge technical development with organizational needs, preparing me for higher‑level leadership roles.
- Continuing my academic development, I completed an Education Specialist (Ed.S.) degree in Educational Technology at the University of Missouri, expanding my understanding of instructional systems, digital learning environments, and technology‑driven organizational change.
- These degrees culminated in my EdD in Leadership and Technology, where I integrated research, leadership theory, and digital transformation into a unified professional philosophy. Together, this academic journey supports my work as a technology‑driven executive, department head, developer manager, and CEO, enabling me to lead teams, modernize systems, and drive innovation across organizations.
Education Summary
Lincoln University of Missouri; University of Illinois, Springfield; University of Missouri, Columbia
- From 1999 through 2020, I completed a comprehensive academic progression that strengthened my expertise in leadership, technology, and information systems. Beginning with foundational studies in computing, I earned multiple Associate and Bachelor of Science degrees in Computer Information Systems from Lincoln University, Missouri, building the technical base that supported my early work in digital systems and organizational operations.
- I advanced into graduate‑level study with a Master of Science in Management Information Systems from the University of Illinois Springfield, where I focused on systems design, enterprise technology, and strategic IT management. This period refined my ability to bridge technical development with organizational needs, preparing me for higher‑level leadership roles.
- Continuing my academic development, I completed an Education Specialist (Ed.S.) degree in Educational Technology at the University of Missouri, expanding my understanding of instructional systems, digital learning environments, and technology‑driven organizational change.
- These degrees culminated in my EdD in Leadership and Technology, where I integrated research, leadership theory, and digital transformation into a unified professional philosophy. Together, this academic journey supports my work as a technology‑driven executive, department head, developer manager, and CEO, enabling me to lead teams, modernize systems, and drive innovation across organizations.
Leadership & Technical Management
Technical project management
Digital transformation leadership
Agile & Scrum workflows
Team leadership & mentoring
Cross‑functional collaboration
Process optimization
Core Developer Skills
JavaScript
PHP
HTML5
CSS3
SQL
Python (automation + data tasks)
Web Development
Node.js (API + backend logic)
WordPress Development (themes, plugins, troubleshooting, hosting)
ReactJS (front‑end component architecture)
REST API Integration
Responsive UI/UX Design
SEO‑optimized development
Systems & Infrastructure
Linux server management
Apache / Nginx configuration
MySQL database administration
Cloud hosting platforms (AWS, Bluehost, SiteGround, etc.)
Cron automation & scheduling
Version control (Git)
Software & Tools
Visual Studio Code
Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, XD)
Figma
cPanel / WHM
phpMyAdmin
Elementor / Envato WordPress themes
Software & Tools
Security best practices
Data privacy compliance
Access control & authentication
Backup & disaster recovery
Application Development & Architecture
Full‑stack development
MVC architecture
Database design
Systems analysis
Software testing & QA
Testimonials
Kevin Diltz, CTSEsports Audiovisual Systems Consultant
I had the pleasure of working with Vladimir for several years while he was the Manager of the Classroom & AV Equipment Support – Division of IT at the University of Missouri. He was one of my best customers and always a pleasure to work with. He consistently strived to improve his team members through ongoing training, certifications, and working with our sales engineers. He was also very diligent in negotiating the best pricing and service for the University. I highly recommend Vlad as an organizational leader and hope I have the opportunity to work with him again in the future.
David Beversdorf, PhDProfessor of Radiology, Neurology, and Psychological Sciences at University of Missouri
Vlad was very knowledgeable regarding all computer-related issues that came up in my time working with him. He is also an excellent colleague, getting along extremely well with his co-workers. I would recommend him highly for any subsequent work in a related field, given his strong personal and technical skill sets.
Dave IrovicDatabase Programmer Analyst Principal at University of Missouri and Consultant
Vlad is very dedicated to his work, and driven to perform his best on any project assigned to him. He is always eager to learn new technologies that will further develop his expertise. He is dependable and prefers to work in teams.
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