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Kevin Kirksey
SR. SQL DBA, Paladin Consulting Inc

Location: Dallas, TX United States
Joined: Dec 25th, 2011
About   (request update)
Priority R Option Clothing Line was created and founded by Kevin Kirksey of Dallas, Texas. What inspired the development of Priority R Option? His book called When You Are Not A Priority You Are An Option (Dating & Relationship) by Author Kevin Kirksey, read more about his book at www.priorityroption.com and listen to videos as well.

He also the creator of multiple trademarks (Black Women Are A Priority An Not An Option, When You Are Not A Priority You Are An Option and I Am A Priority And Not An Option).

It began with designing unisex t-shirts and hats at first in 2010. That led to additional creation of Priority R Option fashion (Designer Jeans, Collarless Jean Vest, Jean Jackets, Shorts, Polo Shirts, Linen (Pants & Shirts), Rayon (Pants & Shirts), Warm Ups, Custom Cuff Link Multi-Part and Short sleeve shirts)

Up and coming Fashion for 2012 for Women: (Women's Mini Skirts, Capri’s, Shorts, Blouses, tank tops, summer dresses)

Kevin is also an established poet, one who writes with words of passion, charisma and originality that will move and touch you.

Current Whereabouts:
Priority R Option Clothing Line (Kevin Kirksey Trademark/Copyright Owner) 1. Developing my commerical site for Priority R Optioin for customer purchasing 2. Preparing Priority R Option clothing for the Las Vegas Magic fashion show in summer of 2012 3. Present my semi formal trademark event (Black Women Are A Priority) at the Essence festival in 2012 and in 3 to 5 other cities in 2012. 4. Completing my first inspirational book for release in 2012 6. Completing my second dating and relationship book for release in 2012
Life & Professional Aspirations:
Priority R Option Clothing Line: 1. Having my clothing line become a national brand online and in stores 2. Presenting Priority R Option at the Las Vegas Magic fashion in summer of 2012 3. Present my semi formal trademark event (Black Women Are A Priority) at the Essence festival in 2012 and in 3 to 5 other cities in 2012. 4. Motivational speaking 5. Release my first inspirational book in 2012 6. Release my second dating and relationship book in 2012 It began with designing unisex t-shirts and hats at first in 2010. That led to additional creation of Priority R Option fashion (Designer Jeans, Collarless Jean Vest, Jean Jackets, Shorts, Polo Shirts, Linen (Pants & Shirts), Rayon (Pants & Shirts), Warm Ups, Custom Cuff Link Multi-Part and Short sleeve shirts) Up and coming Fashion for 2012 for Women: (Women's Mini Skirts, Capri’s, Shorts, Blouses, tank tops, summer dresses) Kevin is working on his second dating and relationship book due out in 2012 along with his first inspirational due out 2012 as well.
Website:
http://www.kevinkirksey.com
Education   (request update)
Langston University class of 1989
Undergrad Major: Computer and Information Science
Campus Organization:
Alpha Phi Alpha
Claim To Fame:
Kevin Kirksey Trademark/Copyright Owner of the following quotes: 1. Black Women Are A Priority An Not An Option 2. When You Are A Priority And Not An Option 3. I Am A Priority And Not An Option 4. C What Had Happened Wuz!
Most Memorable Moment:
1. Being blessed by former President Dr. Ernest Holloway with his wisdom and leadershhip in which impacted my success educationally and as a Alpha Man 2. Pledging and crossing the sands of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. 3. Stepping in numerous greek shows in state and out of state and meeting some cool people. 4.
Langston University class of
Grad Major:
High School: Lincoln West in Cleveland, OH class of 1984
 
Activities & Accomplishments:
Recieving my high school diploma with honors Played football and baseball shapping me mental, emotionally and physically
Best Memories:
Graduation day and walking accross the stage with my family there
Experience
I currently work with Paladin Consulting Inc as SR. SQL DBA
I have 3 years of experience working in the Information Technology industry.
SR. SQL DBA | Paladin Consulting (Contract) via XO Communications
From March 2015 to Current • 11 year(s)
Install, configure, and maintain SQL Servers (Physical, VMware) across multiple versions. Perform data center migration, SQL clustering, performance tuning, and disaster recovery.
SQL DBA | Agile Premier Consulting (Contract)
From January 2015 to January 2015 • 0 year(s)
SQL database administration and performance tuning.
SQL DBA/Architect | CoreLogic via Morningview (Contract)
From June 2014 to December 2014 • 0 year(s)
Data center migration, SQL clustering, performance optimization, and SSRS implementation.
SQL DBA | Source1Tek (Contract)
From May 2014 to May 2014 • 0 year(s)
SQL database administration and support.
App/Sys/Programmer Specialist | Parkland/Dallas County Health and Human Services
From February 2011 to February 2014 • 3 year(s)
SQL DBA Lead managing 100 SQL Servers, project management, and application support. Worked with Oracle DBA on PeopleSoft data migration.
SQL DBA | Cash America (Contractor)
From May 2010 to September 2010 • 0 year(s)
Database administration, performance tuning, and SQL security implementation. Project management and customer support.
SQL DBA | Humana
From July 2008 to January 2010 • 2 year(s)
SQL Server 2005/2008 environment management and database administration.
SQL DBA | Inovar Packaging (Contractor)
From March 2008 to May 2008 • 0 year(s)
SQL database administration and support.
SQL DBA | VHA (Contract)
From November 2007 to March 2008 • 1 year(s)
Database design review, performance monitoring, and application database support.
SQL DBA | ACCOR (Contract)
From April 2007 to October 2007 • 0 year(s)
Managed SQL 2005 & 2000 servers, performance tuning, and merge replication implementation.
SQL DBA | Benny Hinn Ministries (Contract)
From September 2006 to April 2007 • 1 year(s)
Managing 5 SQL 2000 servers, performance tuning, and project management.
SQL DBA | Fort Knox National Company (Contract)
From June 2005 to September 2006 • 1 year(s)
Managed 10 SQL 2000 servers, project management, and database administration.
SQL DBA | Hotels.com (Contract)
From August 2004 to February 2005 • 1 year(s)
Supported 5 SQL 2000 servers, performance tuning, and .NET application support.
SQL DBA | Accenture (Contract)
From May 2004 to August 2004 • 0 year(s)
SQL database administration and support.
SQL DBA | Verizon (ITWB) (Contract)
From December 2003 to March 2004 • 1 year(s)
SQL database administration and support.
SQL DBA | Citigroup (Contract)
From May 2003 to August 2003 • 0 year(s)
Managed 30 SQL 2000 servers, project management, and customer support.
SQL DBA/Store Technical Specialist | JCPenney (Contract)
From March 2003 to May 2003 • 0 year(s)
SQL database administration and technical support.
SQL DBA Consultant | LSI Logic
From August 2001 to October 2002 • 1 year(s)
SQL database consulting and administration.
SQL DBA/NT Administrator | Enron (Contract)
From August 1999 to June 2001 • 2 year(s)
Managed 30 SQL servers (6.5, 7.0, 2000), replication, clustering, and Windows NT/2000 server administration.
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