Data systems.Modern web services.Rebuilt right.
Senior solutions architect. Most recently I led planning and development for a complete overhaul of the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services' internal data systems. Before that, four years at Northern Trust, ending as VP of Public Websites.
$9.3M+ modernization and digital transformation
Senior Solutions Architect on a large team of talented consultants from Krasan Consulting, and other providers. Development & M/O for a complete overhaul of Illinois DCFS call center data systems.
Contractor to VP of Public Websites
Joined on contract, converted to Lead Solutions Architect, then promoted to Senior Solutions Architect, VP of Public Websites, primary responsible party for www.northerntrust.com, a multi-billion dollar bank's front door.
Monthly engagements at Farm Journal
Designed and supported the infrastructure behind the company's websites, newsletters, apps and paid data products.
What I do
Four things, each backed by work I've led.
Overhaul data systems
Plan the replacement and lead the build.
Run enterprise web platforms
Architecture, configuration, performance and security for large public web estates.
Bring in DevOps
Docker, automated testing and deployment automation for local and international teams.
Choose and launch CRM
Vendor selection, RFPs, implementation and adoption.
Recent roles
2017 to 2026, most recent first.
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Jul 2024 – Apr 2026
Senior Solutions Architect · Krasan Consulting Services
Led development and planning for the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services in a complete overhaul of their internal data systems.
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Jul 2019 – Jan 2024
Senior Solutions Architect, VP of Public Websites · Northern Trust
- Senior Solutions Architect, VP of Public Websites, Jul 2020 – Jan 2024
- Lead Solutions Architect, Nov 2019 – Jul 2020
- Solutions Architect on contract through Swoon, Jul – Nov 2019, then converted to full-time
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Mar 2019 – Jul 2019
Associate Director of Web Development · Rise Interactive
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Jan 2019 – Mar 2019
Software Development Manager · Photon
Built a developer documentation suite directly with Discover Financial Services.
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Jul 2017 – Jan 2019
Solutions Architect · Farm Journal Media
- Infrastructure for 44+ million monthly engagements on Drupal 8 and SuiteCRM.
- Oversaw multiple international development teams.
- Introduced Docker workflows, Composer packaging, unit testing and deployment automation.
- Advised on the CRM implementation.
Earlier career
- 2011 – 2017BYU Independent Study, Website Administrator & Business Process Manager. Led the group building Drupal and WordPress modules for all campus sites (35,000+ students). Content problems cut 3x, from 403 to 133. Product hits up 12%+ quarter over quarter.
- 2010 – 2011Five Star Franchising, Sr. Software and Web Content Designer. Project-managed the SaaS replacement for a .NET CRM and quoting app.
- 2002 – 2010rWorld Solutions, Co-Founder. Technical consulting and data solutions, including CRM integration.
- 2004 – 2009Brigham Young University, IT/Data Consultant. Ticketing systems and Visa PCI compliance review.
- 2002 – 2003Brighton Marketing, Software Developer. Price-tracking data system.
- 1997 – 1999Apex Interactive, Web Developer and Designer. First-generation e-commerce shopping carts.
Three ways to hire me
Pick what fits your budget and timeline.
On your team
Full-time contract. Chicago-area hybrid or remote.
A few days a week
Senior architecture without a full-time hire.
Fixed-scope review
An assessment of your architecture, platform or rollout, with a written recommendation.
In their words
Luke is an exceptional collaborator who excels at reaching across departments and programs to develop truly innovat[iv]e solutions and bring people together in pursuit of a shared vision.
Luke constantly searches for more efficient means to accomplishing tasks and collecting meaningful data. He is consistent in his search for a clear direction and path to accomplish the big picture.
Toolkit
Cloud and delivery
Platforms and CRM
Practice
Brigham Young University, BA, Theatre Arts Management / Acting
English (native) · German (professional working proficiency)
Let's talk.
Message me on LinkedIn with what you're working on and the technologies involved.
- A contract or fractional architect role
- A system or platform decision
- Professional references