24 Years of Experience

Chris Holbrook

Technologist – Quincy, Illinois
mad9scientist.com

Executive Summary

Experienced IT professional with 24+ years, adept at managing diverse projects, ensuring successful delivery within challenging schedules and resource limitations. Known for a strong passion for learning new technologies, consistently integrating innovative solutions into project strategies.

Key Skills

Personal Skills

  • Adaptability
    9/10
  • Business Analytics
    9/10
  • Communication
    7/10
  • Customer Service
    8/10
  • Problem-Solving
    9/10
  • Teamwork
    7/10

Technical Skills

  • Networking
    7/10
  • System Admin
    9/10
  • Help Desk
    10/10
  • Programming
    6/10
  • Cloud Infrastructure
    4/10
  • Full Stack Web Developer
    7/10

Education

Certifications & Honors

Work Experience

Technologist, Owner 2001–Present

Mad Scientist Technologies

Quincy, Illinois

IT Consulting and Managed Service Provider

Developed and implemented comprehensive IT solutions for diverse business and residential clients, covering networking (Wired/WiFi/Point-to-Point), desktop/servers support, managed cloud services, email server hosting, disaster recovery, help desk, project management, and more. Provided seamless services both onsite and remotely, ensuring optimal system performance and client satisfaction.

System/Network Admin 2004–2007

West Pike Community School District

Kinderhook, Illinois

School District. Became Western School District, Barry, Illinois

Directed the IT infrastructure for a district, managing staff and student networks, servers, and client devices. Led the migration to a contemporary Windows Server Platform, establishing and maintaining onsite servers (Windows, Exchange, IIS) and a multi-site Active Directory supporting 200 users. Additionally, orchestrated the build-out of the physical network, overseeing cabling, equipment installation, and configuration for a robust infrastructure.

Contract Work

  • Corporate Advisor 2017–Present

    Sloth Enterprises Incorporated

    Quincy, Illinois

  • Solar Tech 2021–Present

    Sloth Green Works

    Pittsfield, Illinois

  • Accountant & Corporate Advisor 2016–2018

    Feeder Communications, Inc.

    Quincy, Illinois

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