Some testimonials about our work include:
Barbara Antonio, CTO, AllRecipes.com: “Brent is a fantastic resource for anyone who needs help with SQL Server challenges, from storage configuration, index analysis and tuning, T-SQL best practices, to designing for the future. Brent has the unique ability to explain complex issues in a clear and simple manner, and he usually manages to be entertaining while he does so. Allrecipes has benefitted greatly from his expert advice.”
Ronald Utsogn, Operations Manager “Thanks so much for the system health check – it definitely confirmed our blind spot in the system configuration (with good guidance on next steps) and nicely reinforced where we’re doing the right things in other areas. Our team learned tremendously from this experience. The actionable next steps were great take-aways for us to follow up on.”
Katherine Ericsson, Senior Director, eDiets.com: “I had the fortunate experience of working with Brent over the past 2 years on some very unique and challenging projects. As the project owner of these, It was my responsibility to “push the envelope” from time to time as resources are managed very tightly at Southern. Key resources such as Brent are in high demand. Brent was always able to deliver when he was asked to go over and above. A great employee, dependable, and a great team player.”
Larry Sullivan, Vice President, Southern Wine & Spirits: “Brent is an extremely knowledgeable, intellectually curious technologist. He is detailed in his execution, and on time with his delivery. Brent understands the value of collaboration and uses his interpersonal skills to keep projects on track. He is skilled at prioritization and managing multiple tasks simultaneously.”
Rick Boyett, Infrastructure Rationalization Consultant, HP Enterprise Services: “He is a great team player that can easily work in a member or leadership role. His technical skill set is absolutely top notch. Not only is he a SQL and coding master but he is always diving into new technologies. He does this because of a genuine desire to learn which comes from his passion for this line of work. I have continued to informally collaborate with Brent since leaving my former employer. I would work with him again in a split second and I have eagerly recommend him to anyone.”
Don Duncan, IT Manager, Southern Wine & Spirits: “Brent is an extremely talented database administrator and has made a tremendous difference in our environment in the short 2 years he has been here. He is one of the most technical people you will ever meet but he can also communicate technical ideas to business people in a way very few individuals can. He has an excellent work ethic, time management and communication skills, and his attitude is contagious. His peers look to him for both technical and professional guidance and he is more than willing to take whatever time is needed to teach others.”
Frank Fernandez, Principal, Next Technology Consulting: “Brent is one of the best DBA’s I have had the pleasure of working with. Not only is Brent extremely knowledgeable, but one of the most personable people I have had the pleasure of working with.”
Bryan Oliver, Mentor, Solid Quality Mentors: “Brent is an outstanding SQL Server Professional, his contributions to the SQL Server community make Brent an outstanding resource for developing new and improving existing SQL Server Tools. He is able to present his ideas in a positive way that enables people to grasp the concept and run with the idea. His thorough knowledge of SQL Server makes him an ideal candidate for any job within the area of SQL Server Administration and Development.”
