About

I started building websites in 2000. I bought a book, read it, and learned how to code on my own. I took that knowledge and started out by designing websites for local bands.

2000 is when I began my career with Pitney Bowes. They offer reimbursement for education but I did not take advantage of the program until 2012.

University of Phoenix is where I earned my Associate's degree in Information Technology and Programming. Champlain College is where I earned my Bachelor's Degree in Web Design & Development. I also earned a few certificates including A+ certification and a Certificate of Concentrated Study in PHP Programming.

While working full-time and going to school, I learned many skills on the job and I continued to learn digital marketing and web design on my own time. This was a very busy time in my life. However, I kept at it and earned a ton of experience and knowledge.

My son was born in 2017. After 15 years with Pitney Bowes, I quit my job and stayed home to raise him while my wife worked. 2017 is also when I started JoCo Joe and got my first client, Over The Top Lawn Care. I still work with them to this day.

Johnston County Community College offers free programs on Small Business. I took the entire certificate program and passed. The program is wonderful and I recommend it to anyone that wants to start a small business or learn how to work with small business.

I have worked on several small and large projects with local business. My latest project is with a blacksmith that wants to take a hobby and build up to a small company. Sword Wolf Forge and JoCo Joe will work together for the next few years to achieve all of their goals.

On another note, I do have some hobbies as well. I play video games and board games, play the drums and make music, and go to local events with my family.