Curriculum Vitae

Western style logo for Michael Winchester SEO & Website Design

I became obsessed with websites and site design around 1998, and in 2000 I was invited to help co-found a cutting-edge entertainment startup (nowsitEs.com) that was just a couple of years ahead of its time. Since then, I have worked with clients from all over the world in various industries to build a web presence, rank better in search, and ultimately find their market.

Recent

2021 – Present | Kinky Kontrol Screen Printing

2021 – Present | Destra Business Services

2021 – Present | Smith Brothers Crane

Career Highlights

2020 | CS50x Certificate – Harvard EdX

Certificate

During the pandemic, like many others, I decided to see what online courses were available and loved the idea of learning more about foundational computer science. This was a tough course that tackled principles like algorithms and arrays as well as programming languages like C and Python. This course was tough but rewarding.

2015 – 2018 | Smokey Bay Seafood LTD.

Web Developer/Office Manager

From developing and deploying websites, microsites, and ad campaigns to shucking Kumamoto oysters for one of our biggest suppliers at Seafood Expo 2014, I literally did it all for this Canadian seafood firm.

2009 – 2017 | D.I.D Chain Co.

Web Designer (Dreamweaver)

D.I.D is the worlds leading manufacturer of premium motorcycle chains; if you own a dirt bike, it most likely has a D.I.D chain on it.

2002 – 2008 | Blown Celeb

Web Designer (Flash!)

Blown Celeb was, at its heart, an online media generator and events company. Blown Celeb was responsible for several notable events in Long Beach, including Styles of Beyond at Live Bait and The Pharcyde at The Lava Lounge.

2000 – 2002 | Nowsites.com

Co-Founder – Chief of Media

An entertainment-based and community-driven website that was just a few years ahead of its time. Nowsites organized events featuring groups and performers like Pepper, Shaggy, and Chapter 11 at venues as diverse as the Galaxy Concert Theatre (now the Observatory) and The Hop.

Conference Attendee

Staying up to date on industry trends is an important aspect of what I offer my clients. Attending relevant trade shows is a great way to stay ahead of the curve. Below is a list of some of the conferences I have attended, worked on, or helped present products at.

Oldest to newest conferences:

Internet World – 2001 – Los Angeles Convention Center

Digital Video Conference – 2004 – Long Beach Convention Center

Fitness World – 2012 – Los Angeles Convention Center

Natural Foods Expo – 2014 – Anaheim Convention Center

Seafood Expo – 2014 – Boston Convention Center

Natural Foods Expo – 2015 – Anaheim Convention Center

Seafood Expo – 2016 – Boston Convention Center

Alexa Live – 2021 – Remote

Google Search On – 2021 – Remote

Facebook Communities – 2022 – Remote

Google I/O – 2024 Remote

Design 2 Part2024 – Long Beach Convention Center

Google I/O – 2025 Remote