Johnathan Lightfoot

Information Security Officer / Director Information Technology Assessments and Services

Symbiont, Inc

As President of Symbiont, Inc., I lead with a forward-thinking approach, staying at the cutting edge of AI and automation solutions that drive transformative change for our clients. With over a decade of executive management experience, I guide cross-functional teams in delivering innovative, secure-first IT solutions that align with our clients' strategic goals.

At Symbiont, we’re not just adapting to the future—we’re creating it. My expertise in professional services metrics, combined with a strong foundation in data-driven decision-making, enables me to implement AI-driven strategies that optimize resource utilization and enhance profitability. We’re pioneering AI solutions that streamline operations, boost productivity, and empower businesses to thrive in an increasingly competitive landscape.

I’m proud of our track record in leading successful AI and ERP implementations, where we’ve integrated advanced technologies to solve complex business challenges. My leadership extends to building strong, collaborative relationships across all organizational levels, ensuring that our AI solutions are not just technologically advanced, but also practical and impactful for our clients.

In my previous roles, I have developed and mentored teams to embrace the latest in AI and automation, ensuring we remain at the forefront of the industry. My commitment to innovation, resilience, and operational excellence continues to position Symbiont as a leader in the AI and IT services space, dedicated to driving meaningful results for our clients.

President

As Director of Professional Services, I led cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality IT implementations and projects, consistently exceeding client expectations. My expertise in professional services metrics like revenue, margin, and billable utilization enabled me to create a services capacity model that optimized resources and maintained profitability.

I drove the maturation and scaling of Symbiont, Inc., incorporating secure-first solutions into templates and processes that improved operational excellence and customer satisfaction. I collaborated with Sales, PMO, and Managed Services to ensure the success of projects from scoping to delivery, fostering a customer-centric approach that increased satisfaction, profitability, and market growth.

With strong technical acumen and people management skills, I led complex IT consulting projects, built consensus across departments, and mentored teams to consistently achieve results. My ability to influence and negotiate, combined with acute attention to detail, ensured that Symbiont delivered exceptional service and value to our clients.

kashkids

Empowering the next generation with financial literacy, Kash Kids is a beacon of innovation in educational nonprofit management. We provide comprehensive courses for K-12 students, focusing on financial basics, investing, and economic principles. Our mission is to cultivate a financially savvy future, offering the tools and knowledge necessary for economic independence. As we expand our impact, we invite investors and partners to join us in shaping financially empowered youth. Together, we can build a foundation for lifelong success. Learn more about our transformative work at kashkids.org.

Board Member

TechForce LLC

As the Founder and CEO of TechForce, I was a high-energy technology leader and business strategist, dedicated to shaping the future of innovation and driving significant revenue growth. My leadership was recognized for aligning cutting-edge technologies, such as SharePoint, Office 365, Azure, and AI systems, with the strategic goals of diverse clients—from SMEs to Fortune 100 companies.

At TechForce, I specialized in harnessing advanced technologies to deliver tailored solutions that met the unique needs of each client. My expertise spanned information solutions, natural language processing, chatbot creation, Ethereum smart contract development, and joint application development. I was particularly adept at integrating AI systems to enhance business processes, optimize performance, and deliver measurable results.

My role involved leading cross-functional teams and managing complex projects with a focus on resource optimization and capacity management. I was committed to fostering a culture of innovation, ensuring that every solution not only aligned with the client's objectives but also reflected the core values and culture of their organization.

Throughout my tenure, I built a reputation for delivering high-impact, customized services that fueled client success and positioned TechForce as a trusted partner in the technology space.

Owner, SharePoint, Office 365, and Azure Expert Consultant

Tower Education Technologies

As Vice President of Application Development at Tower, I led large-scale mobile and SharePoint initiatives, driving significant improvements in efficiency and project completion times. My strategic oversight across planning, budgeting, and application support resulted in a 20% increase in efficiency and a 15% reduction in project timelines.

I managed multiple delivery teams, ensuring alignment with organizational software engineering standards and successfully implementing CI/CD pipeline automation, which increased release frequency by 25%. My focus on high-quality, secure software systems contributed to a 25% increase in project success rates and a 10% boost in customer satisfaction.

Collaborating closely with HR and other technology leaders, I enhanced team morale and retention by 15% and 10%, respectively, through targeted recruiting, retention, and continuous learning initiatives. I also partnered with product teams to build and prioritize technical roadmaps, achieving a 20% increase in project alignment with business goals.

Through my collaboration with engineering and architecture teams, I spearheaded the adoption of new technologies, driving a 15% increase in innovation and enhancing the overall quality of our applications.

Vice President, Application Development

Howard Community College

As an Associate Professor at Howard Community College, I developed and delivered educational lectures, curricula, and training sessions focused on SharePoint and Microsoft Office, ensuring students gained practical, job-ready skills. I collaborated with the department chair to create relevant, supportive materials that enhanced the learning experience.

Key strategies I implemented included:

 - Providing personalized, meaningful feedback to help students achieve competency in SharePoint and Microsoft Office, setting clear priorities and milestones for success.
 - Employing adaptive instructional methodologies to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring every student had the opportunity to excel.
 - Offering one-on-one guidance to help students develop effective strategies and utilize academic tools, fostering positive attitudes toward the IT environment.
 - Encouraging collaborative working relationships among students, which proved essential for managing assignments and resolving classroom challenges.

My approach was centered on empowering students to reach their full potential while fostering a deep understanding and appreciation of IT.

Adjunct Professor (Collaborative Technologies)

Stinger Ghaffarian Technologies (SGT)

As a key member of SGT’s innovation leadership team, I managed strategic relationships between internal IT resources, corporate business units, client programs, and external entities, including government vendors and partner organizations. My role encompassed strategic planning, fiscal accountability, acquisition strategies, governance, and leading a team of 30 software development and project management professionals.

Notable accomplishments include:

 - Building and leading the long-term strategic roadmap for the organization’s IT infrastructure, driving the development and maturity of key applications.
 - Representing SGT’s IT department at company-wide meetings, forging cooperative outsourcing partnerships to tackle complex technical challenges.
 - Overseeing the planning, forecasting, and reporting of technology strategies and roadmaps across Azure, AWS, and on-premises platforms, ensuring alignment with corporate goals.
 - Developing and managing the department’s IT budget, guiding capital planning, investment control, and resource allocation through strategic policy agendas.
 - Leading agile software development projects, establishing performance metrics, and reporting on project status and team velocity to leadership, resulting in improved project outcomes and accelerated time to market.

My leadership was pivotal in aligning IT strategies with business objectives, optimizing resources, and enhancing the company’s technological capabilities.

Director, Applications Development

GP Strategies Corporation

As the Principal SharePoint Architect at GP Strategies, I provided architectural leadership to a national team of 30 developers, project managers, and business analysts, overseeing the company’s Information Technology Infrastructure and Operations (ITIO). My leadership in the first year alone generated over $300,000 in additional revenue through strategic thought leadership and evangelism for the Practice’s solutions.

Enterprise-Level Performance Management Results:

 - Led the design, development, and testing of solutions to support business requirements, while analyzing existing systems to recommend improvements.
 - Spearheaded the development of new Azure-based environments, implementing 10 Enterprise Level applications that enhanced processes and introduced new capabilities.
 - Developed solutions to integration and interoperability challenges, ensuring seamless operation across the enterprise.
 - Monitored and optimized the performance of newly implemented solutions, driving continuous improvement.

Key Strategies:

 - Coordinated technical projects by gathering requirements, producing quality deliverables, and adhering to aggressive timelines.
 - Directed and monitored the integration of department information systems with ITIO, ensuring alignment with business objectives and strategic plans.
 - Provided authoritative guidance on complex issues, collaborating with stakeholders to deliver solutions that met business needs.

My role was critical in driving technological advancements, optimizing operations, and delivering solutions that supported the company’s strategic growth.

Principal SharePoint Architect

TechForce, Inc.

As President of TechForce, I led the company in delivering innovative IT solutions, with a focus on software development, cybersecurity, and operational management.

Software Development: Spearheaded the production of a software package for the Training Industry by collaborating with offshore development teams. Managed IT specialists and analysts, setting work schedules, deadlines, and performance standards to ensure successful service integration of IT programs.

Information Technology Security: Directed the company’s cybersecurity initiatives, balancing the benefits and risks of information sharing. Implemented secure information sharing protocols within the company and with vendor organizations, ensuring robust cybersecurity across all operations.

Operational Management: Coordinated and approved technical projects, providing oversight and technical assistance for automated systems. Directed the integration of department information systems with the company’s IT infrastructure, optimizing efficiency and program operations.

My leadership at TechForce was instrumental in driving technological innovation, enhancing cybersecurity, and ensuring operational excellence across all IT functions.

President/CEO

US Securities and Exchange Commission

As a Senior Consultant at the SEC, I played a pivotal role in the information architecture and change management for the rollout of a major SharePoint-based solution.

Technical Oversight: Ensured best practices were adhered to in the development of programs, information systems, and technology, providing critical technical oversight throughout the project.

Process Improvement: Contributed to the creation of the Commission’s SharePoint Governance Plan, offering strategic guidance to enhance the platform’s effectiveness and governance.

Database Administration: Led data integrity efforts for the division, achieving an 87% customer satisfaction rating by instilling confidence in the accuracy and reliability of the data provided by the solution.

My contributions were instrumental in ensuring the successful implementation and adoption of SharePoint, enhancing the Commission’s operational efficiency and data integrity.

Senior Consultant

The Training Associates

As a consultant with The Training Consultants, I specialized in developing and delivering IT training programs that empowered clients to excel in computer hardware and software technology.

IT Training: Designed and conducted professional training courses for customers and engineers, covering all aspects of computer hardware and software technology, ensuring participants gained practical, hands-on skills.

Curriculum Design: Created and refined course content, set clear student learning objectives, and developed comprehensive syllabi and lesson plans. Managed all aspects of the training process, including maintaining records, administering assessments, and creating detailed student manuals.

Course Evaluation: Continuously evaluated and updated training materials and procedures to ensure courses remained current with the latest software and equipment advancements, enhancing the effectiveness of the training programs.

My work ensured that training programs were not only educational but also aligned with the latest technological developments, providing clients with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed.

Consultant

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How I Help: 
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As a seasoned executive with over 10 years of management experience in services, professional services, consulting, and project management, I am confident in my ability to lead multiple functional teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality implementations and projects to our customers.

My strong working knowledge of key professional services metrics such as revenue, margin, and billable utilization, as well as my data and analytical skills and experience making data-driven decisions, make me well-suited to build and run a services capacity model that ensures adequate resource availability while maintaining profitable margins.

I have a successful track record of managing and leading growing teams, and am proficient in collaboration, conflict resolution, group interaction and dynamics, project management, and facilitation of significant projects. I am able to evaluate and balance team and individual workloads through effective time management, prioritization, and organizational skills.

As a change leader, I lead through vision and values, and model leadership behaviors. I have experience leading enterprise ERP and SaaS implementations and can build and maintain relationships with team members, customer stakeholders, peers, and executives across organizational boundaries. I possess a positive, resilient, and tenacious attitude with a propensity to persevere.

In my previous role, I successfully developed a team of delivery professionals with a varied set of skills to address the technical, process, and relationship management aspects of our services. I was also responsible for handling executive escalations and maintained a high level of commitment to superior customer satisfaction throughout the duration of our customer relationships.

Leah Rietveld

Medical Solutions

I’m currently hiring for full-time, direct-hire roles in hospital settings:

🩺 Med-Surg Registered Nurses, Outpatient Physical Therapists and Occupational Therapists– in AZ near Las Vegas and Lake Havasu
🧑‍⚕️ Outpatient Physical Therapists – near Olympia WA

These are permanent positions with full benefits and loan repayment options available. I work directly with the hiring teams and can help you get a clear picture of the work environment before you apply.

Learn more or apply here:
RN (AZ): bit.ly/Indeed-AZ-RN
PT (AZ): bit.ly/Indeed-AZ-PT
PT (WA): bit.ly/Indeed-WA-PT

Feel free to message me directly if you are looking for permanent RN, PT or OT roles!  

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As a member of Medical Solutions' Direct Hire division, I'm here to make a difference for healthcare professionals seeking permanent roles. My focus is on building meaningful connections with clinicians like you, understanding your career goals, and helping you land the perfect position that aligns with your skills and aspirations.

In my role, I handle everything from high-volume prospecting to personalized support throughout the hiring process. My priority is ensuring that you have a seamless, stress-free experience—from the initial conversation to negotiating offers and securing your ideal role.

If you're looking for a permanent role in healthcare and want a partner who genuinely cares about your career and is also connected directly with the hiring managers to support an easy process, let's connect! I’m here to help you find a job you’ll love.

Direct Hire Healthcare Recruiter

Rogue Recruitment

I help companies efficiently find the people they need on their teams, supporting candidates and company experience so everyone wins.

Business Development Specialist

Recruiter

LCM Network

Independent Recruiter focused on primarily permanent, direct hire Web3 and AI/ML software engineering and adjacent roles in top US startups.

If you’re looking to hit the next level of your career or find niche roles that fit you, I'm here to help you with your search, brand, and networking.

If you're a company looking for the perfect new member of your software development or data team, I know how to write targeted job descriptions, streamline applications, and reach and qualify candidates to find that perfect fit quickly.  The newest addition to your team is probably in the LCM network already.

Founder & Recruitment Leader

Job Seeker Supporter

Paraform

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Candidate Supporter

Forum Groups

Forum is a marketplace for peer support groups that connects mission-driven facilitators with people seeking support for life’s biggest challenges–including life transitions, career, health, relationships, and more. Peer support is a proven model for personal change, healing, and growth – and our vision is a world where everyone has easy access to it.

I have the great honor of connecting the helpers out there to those in need of support!

Partner Recruiter

Laskie (acquired by Twitter)

•	Sourced, reviewed applications, and screened candidates as an RPO talent partner for roles in software engineering, accounting, HR, and sales over seven months, thoroughly screening ~100 candidates per month
•	Managed the candidate pipeline of candidates for US and Canada-based Software Engineers and data professionals over three months, vetting up to 80 new candidates weekly
•	Created custom screening questions based on client role specifications and market standards, including hard and soft skill assessment
•	Provided weekly feedback to clients on metrics related to the sourcing and screening pipelines, including the number of outreach messages, contacts, and screened candidates
•	Actively created a pipeline of candidates through LinkedIn networking, content development, and targeted commenting with a >7% increase in followers and connections weekly

Talent Partner

Noble Network of Charter Schools

•	Managed annual caseload of students applying to college
•	Analyzed college options and track data for college application and scholarship applications 
•	Worked with college admissions departments on all aspects of application and financial aid processes
•	Created and taught junior and senior year college and career preparation and application curricula

College and Career Counselor

•	Scheduled teacher and student classes based on student curriculum needs and teacher expertise and availability
•	Administered enrichment and night school for students to meet graduation requirements
•	Coordinated quarterly SAT based interim assessments including proctor assignment and data collection
•	Managed teacher coverage for teacher absences using internal and external substitute procurement
•	Planned and oversaw special events including homecoming, pep rallies, and award assemblies

Dean Of Students

•	Analyzed and reported academic, behavioral, and attendance data for the campus bi-weekly
•	Tracked SAT data by standard and skill and analyzed trends to help improve student outcomes
•	Created academic and testing reports for instructor and student use 
•	Evaluated instructor data entry to ensure data fidelity

Data Analytics Lead

•	Analyzed and reported academic, behavioral, and attendance data
•	Led a team of teachers to create data based interventions for student success
•	Tracked ACT data and analyzed trends to help improve student outcomes

11th Grade Lead

Urban Alliance

• Researched, identified, and managed contracts with business and other forms of funding for 42 summer interns
• Supervised writing, revision, submission and management of a $38,000 city grant to support student interns
• Provided direct college and career services to over 200 high school internship program students and alumni leading to a 90% college enrollment rate and a 76% retention rate
• Planned and coordinated two to four monthly programs and special events for alumni and interns
• Led and developed weekly professional development curriculum for alumni interns
• Contributed monthly academic articles and program updates for alumni newsletter

Director of Alumni Services & Alumni Internships

• Provided direct college and career services to over 200 high school internship program students and alumni 
• Planned and coordinated two to four monthly programs and special events for alumni and interns
• Led and developed weekly professional development curriculum for alumni interns
• Contributed monthly academic articles and program updates for alumni newsletter

Alumni Services & Internship Coordinator

• Monitored the professional, academic and personal performance of 36 high school interns 
• Achieved student success rates of 100% graduation, 100% college acceptance, and 92% college enrollment 
• Conducted formal evaluations of intern job performance and skill development
• Managed and reported intern and jobsite data using Saleforce database
• Authored and edited weekly Constant Contact newsletter featuring program updates for corporate partners

Internship Program Coordinator

Chicago Public Schools

•	Instructed 140 students per year in Chemistry and Environmental Science
•	Developed Chemistry and Environmental Science curricula based on student grade and track
•	Designed and implemented performance management data technology 
•	Managed and evaluated student performance data to guide instruction

Chemistry and Environmental Science Teacher

The University of Chicago

•	Managed and cleaned database for a seven year longitudinal study of over 200 older adults
•	Assisted with updates and management of an NIH funded health disparities grant
•	Investigated trends in longitudinal and cross-sectional data using SPSS software

Researcher

•	Instructed psychology and interdisciplinary science discussion sections 
•	Assessed and provided feedback on writing assignments and exams
•	Appraised test item validity and reliability

Psychology Teaching Assistant

Currently placing permanent staff in nursing and allied health in Arizona, Washington state, and central Indiana but also connected throughout the US! Healthcare Professionals, I’m here to help.

Recruiter and people empowerer dedicated to helping healthcare professionals find their purpose and promoting access and equity in career opportunities.

What I’m up to now:
I’ve recently joined Medical Solutions as a member Direct Hire division, where my focus is on connecting clinicians with permanent roles that align with their skills and career aspirations. I specialize in placing nurses, allied health professionals, and clinical specialists in positions that offer stability, growth, and long-term satisfaction. 

A bit about my background:

*10+ years in college and career development, with expertise in research, data analysis, and curriculum development across secondary science, test prep, and coding.

*Masters in Biopsychology from The University of Chicago, emphasizing the impact of social support on health in aging populations.

*Proven skills in data analysis, process optimization, resume writing, interview coaching, job search strategies, and candidate sourcing.

*Deep experience with ATS development, job description preparation, screening questions, recruiting systems, Boolean searches, and strategic outreach.

*Passionate about creating efficient, transparent recruiting processes to enhance both candidate and client experiences for lasting success.

I’m excited to leverage my experience to help healthcare professionals find fulfilling, permanent opportunities. If you’re exploring your next step in nursing, allied health, or clinical specialties, let’s connect!

All opinions expressed are my own.

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