Sean is an accomplished leader instrumental in the direct development and evolution of SHiNE CMS, an exclusive co-op platform facilitating the creation of over 1,000 websites for electric cooperatives in the last decade. With extensive development expertise, Sean manages SHiNE's core infrastructure and front-end capabilities, ensuring secure, accessible, and feature-rich websites for member co-ops. His strategic oversight and project management skills are vital for efficient project execution and client satisfaction. Sean holds a B.A. in Digital Art & Animation with a focus in Web Design and a minor in Art History, bringing a valuable perspective to online visual aesthetics and user experience.
Sean's career in the electric cooperative sector began with five years as an IT contractor at NRECA, managing critical help desk and IT operations, providing a foundational understanding of the industry's unique technological requirements, including networking and security. Transitioning to Touchstone Energy Cooperatives for seven years as a dedicated Senior Developer and Front-End expert, he gained deep technical experience across numerous custom website projects. This experience resulted in his current leadership role, where he directs SHiNE CMS development across infrastructure, accessibility, security, SEO, and platform innovation, continuously expanding our member cooperatives' online presence. Sean is a contributor to various projects and issue queues on drupal.org to ensure he gives back to the community.
