Code Compliance Official (6/2001 to 1/2005) - Investigation and site inspection of Building, Plumbing, Electrical, Housing and Municipal Code violations in residential and commercial structures. Extensive experience negotiating compliance agreements, required repairs, design and modification parameters, and facilitating permit acquisition and inspections.

Concrete Construction Estimator/Project Supervisor (5/1999 to 9/2000) - Estimate, layout, and supervise concrete-related projects from patios and driveways to multi-story Hotel and Apartment units.

Speciality Contractor/Structural Inspections (10/1989 to 4/2001) - Performed structural and safety inspections of over 1000 residences - post ‘89 earthquake. Contracted with local property management firms, homeowners and agents to reconstruct over 150 quake-damaged masonry and prefabricated fireplaces. Designed, fabricated, and installed custom steel products for Seascape Resort, Seascape Sports Club, State Farm Insurance, and HUD handicapped housing projects.

President, Supplier of custom and manufactured fireplaces, wood and gas stoves, venting systems, and window products to the public, general contractors and subcontractors. Design and engineering consultant to research and development divisions of numerous fireplace manufacturers. Edited Sunset magazine’s first publication on Fireplaces and Wood Stoves.