dustin
Co-Founder MeritBuilder.com, Entrepreneur, Father of two, husband of 1, futurist, Believer in the ultimate resource -
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lboedeker on 11/18/09: Dustin, ...
Dustin, First off I want to thank you for letting me be apart of something so encouraging. Your passion for MeritBuilder and the heart behind it, was evident from the very first meeting we had. Here I thought i was getting a free lunch:) little did i know that i would be drawn to such an amazing passion and a great product! I believe in what you are doing 100% and I know this will revolutionize how the average person and the corporate world says thanks. Keep up the hard work and continue to lead by such a great example. Im excited about what is to come! Thank You again, Liz Boedeker
nwatts on 10/26/09: Dustin, ...
Dustin,
I just wanted to say thank you for your willingness to work with me on this project. Your patience and guidance has been a huge help. And what has been most encouraging, is that even though this process of me working for MeritBuilder has not been the easiest or most clear [what is my job title again?] - you have always been willing to speak to my potential and to my abilities, encouraging me in who I am - not just what I can do.
Keep up the great work, I have no doubt that your faithfulness and diligence will be rewarded as we continue to strive toward excellence, success, and ultimately - to help people.
Thanks, Nathaniel Watts
bnwrok on 09/09/09: I have had a blast working with and for you ...
I have had a blast working with and for you this past year. While most people's definition of fun might not include working till 4 am in the corner of a hotel restaurant as water floods from 5 floors up, what has been the most rewarding to me is taking part in shaping an idea that you conceived and watching it transform and develop into the product we have today. I have learned so much since starting this project.
You are the true definition of an entrepreneur. You believe so strongly that its almost impossible to be around you for very long without believing yourself. You have a gift of being able to identify the right people and unite them together under one vision.
I love the environment that you have established around MeritBuilder and our team. Your leadership and insight help keep our whole team engaged in the process while keeping collaboration at the forefront.
Most of all, I am grateful that you have allowed me to take part in this journey. Working with you has completely changed the way I approach life. I've always "believed" anything is possible, but now I live it. I actively seek and walk through doors that Im presented. Stepping out on faith and quitting my job to be a part of MeritBuilder had a big impact on me. God has used you and this project to really change my perspective and make me rely more on Him.
I wasn't exactly a member of "Cube Land", but I was pretty close. Thanks for taking me out of the "matrix". I'll have the red pill please.
lance on 09/04/09: I just wanted to take this opportunity to ...
I just wanted to take this opportunity to thank you for all of the hard work you've put into MeritBuilder. The work you've done in the last month since I joined is just simply phenomenal. That, on top of all of the other work you have to do, is just impressive. Your natural enthusiasm has helped drive the team when there has been a lull or a setback.
You're a great leader Dustin and you inspire us all to work harder and see the bigger picture of what we are trying to accomplish. MeritBuilder is about helping people and companies and you embody that well.
So thanks. --Lance
bryanw on 09/03/09: DH - What an amazing job that this release ...
DH - What an amazing job that this release provided. I figured it was going to be over the top but WOW, excited to keep talking. Thks, Bryan
lance on 08/21/09: A Tweet of Thanks ...
Thanks for the opportunity to work on something I am stoked to wake up each morning to. It is awesome!
chrispauldesign on 06/24/09: Hey man, ...
Hey man,
I just wanted to say thanks for the encouraging words at our meeting the other day. I appreciate you telling me about your story and encouraging to just let go and let God. I'm proud to be a part of the meritbuilder story.
Chris
stacymeier on 06/05/09: Thank you! ...
Dustin,
Better late than never..I wanted to say thanks for helping me and ALL of the PAC folks out during the 10 Days of Thanks program. I know that you helped SEVERAL people via phone AND e-mail, and I wanted to let you know that it didn't go unnoticed. I was included in that group of people, and I am so glad that you donated an hour of your time to walk me through the new changes, etc. Because of your thoroughness with me, I have been able to show a few folks around the office a few things, and it just helps us ALL so much when we can share what we know! This experience has been amazing, and I'm very grateful to be a part of it. I look forward to truly changing the way the world says THANKS!
Sincerely,
Stacy
Stacy Meier
PAC, Inc.
1701 Vantage Dr., Ste. 100
Carrollton, TX 75006
Mobile: 214-907-0707
Direct: 469-568-1918
Fax: 214-390-0043
Please tell me what you think of PAC!
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pfitzgerald on 05/22/09: Dustin, ...
Dustin, I would like to thank you for taking the time to explain how this website works. I really had fun sending out thank you notes to everyone. Not only did I like sending the notes, I understood the reason for this website so much more. I was energized to tell everyone I know. I really wish you luck on this launch of this website. I am looking forward to the changes we spoke about. Again, I want to thank you for your time, and the pleasant conversation we had getting to know you and what the website is all about.
Patti Fitzgerald
Vpalasota on 03/09/09: Dustin, I have been so impressed by ...
Dustin,
I have been so impressed by your commitment to building Merit Builder. Your attention to detail and account management on this product was unprecedented as we raced for deadlines. I know Merit builder with change lives! Thanks for bringing the idea and being the mastermind behind the entire project.
Take a deep breath and let's get ready for the launch.
Best Regards,
Vince Palasota
robertedwards on 11/29/08: Hi Dustin,I saw you this morning ...
Hi Dustin,
I saw you this morning on a recording I had of “The Big Idea” and thought I’d check out your website. GREAT CONCEPT!! Btw, I agree with what you had to say; Gloom and doom does not instill consumer confidence!
I have worked as a professional musician living the party boy pipe dreamer’s dream and playing many venues in the Daytona Beach area. I gave up performing a few years ago when I realized I was much too old (about 55 at the time) and talented to be an “American Idol” and the only way I could tolerate drunks in the bars was to be one of them. When people applauded us, I would say,” Thank you, we appreciate you appreciating us, appreciating you, appreciating us; appreciation and gratitude actually mean more than money, but we do accept tips.”
AND I APPRECIATE YOUR ENDEAVOR HERE!
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Thanks again for being you,
Robert
Davothegreat on 10/29/08: Thanks for being the best dad EVER! IT has ...
Thanks for being the best dad EVER! IT has helped me be a good son.Keep being a good parent.
johnny on 10/28/08: Thank you for all of you hard work with the ...
Thank you for all of you hard work with the first big release of the product. Without your input and QA work into the wee-hours of the morning with rest of the dev. staff, we would have never 'gotten there'. Your devotion and vision re: this product is enough to keep all of us focused and I can't wait to share this thing with the rest of the world.
Added 12/03/09: Had a great client presentation! ...
Had a great client presentation!
Added 12/03/09: Team worked 24/7 to deliver this update: ...
Team worked 24/7 to deliver this update: Photo Index, Stickers, Improved Reporting & Administration (and soon 1 step corp sign up)
Added 11/17/09: You can log your achievements via ...
You can log your achievements via twitter... add your twitter account to your MB profile and then just include in your tweet!
Added 11/17/09: Version 1.2 of MeritBuilder has ...
Version 1.2 of MeritBuilder has launched... cool tools: Twitter, Suggest a Skill, Vote a Skill & New Dashboard - Feedback Welcomed
Added 09/23/09: Created a 5 point system (as described ...
Created a 5 point system (as described in "Selling for Geniuses") - for the MeritBuilder team. It is a simple system that should improve focus on individual tasks while improving a balance between the many tasks the team must address.
Added 09/01/09: First round of testing down... 3 more ...
First round of testing down... 3 more and the world gets a better meritbuilder
Added 08/28/09: Family baptized! An awesome moment! ...
Family baptized! An awesome moment! Thanks Amy & David for making my life awesome!
Added 08/20/09: The next version of MeritBuilder is ...
The next version of MeritBuilder is going to blow your mind... it is coming!
Added 08/20/09: MeritBuilder version 1.0 moves to ...
MeritBuilder version 1.0 moves to Release Candidate. It is going to be HUGE
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Added 05/06/09: MeritBuilder gets an excellent write up ...
MeritBuilder gets an excellent write up in Arkansas Business.
http://www.arkansasbusiness.com/article.aspx?aid=114449.54928.126577&view=all
Added 04/17/09: "Mark Carter of ...
"Mark Carter of http://www.arkansasbusiness.com/ commented:
The whole concept behind MeritBuilder is fascinating, and I wasn’t just blowing smoke when I said I could easily envision the term “MeritBuilder” becoming as commonplace as “resume.”
Added 03/01/09: BACHELOR of BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION ...
BACHELOR of BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Evangel University Springfield Missouri
Having honorably fulfilled all the requirements imposed by the authorities of this Institution, the President and Board of Directors of Evangel University, upon recommendation of the Faculty, do therefore confer this degree with all the Honors, Rights, Priviliges to which it pertains.
Added 03/01/09: BACHELOR of BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION ...
BACHELOR of BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Evangel University Springfield Missouri
Having honorably fulfilled all the requirements imposed by the authorities of this Institution, the President and Board of Directors of Evangel University, upon recommendation of the Faculty, do therefore confer this degree with all the Honors, Rights, Priviliges to which it pertains.
Acxiom Project Manager
Start Date: 01/25/2005 | End Date: 04/15/2008Successfully implemented large data & systems migration projects for Dun and Bradstreet, Capital One, Providian, and Green Tree | Honored as an Acxiom “Emerging Leader” two semesters running | Consistently identified as a “Top 10 Performer” | Excellent delivery record (on time & on budget)
Directly managed teams of 10-25 | Lead projects with budgets between 250K – 1.2M | Directed geographically diverse teams – including offshore resources | Interfaced directly with client executive management teams | Assisted in the development of the PMO | Participated in leadership development and mentoring programs
St. John's Health System Information Systems Coordinator
Start Date: 10/15/2003 | End Date: 01/20/2005Successfully implemented large data & systems migration projects for Dun and Bradstreet, Capital One, Providian, and Green Tree | Honored as an Acxiom “Emerging Leader” two semesters running | Consistently identified as a “Top 10 Performer” | Excellent delivery record (on time & on budget)
Directly managed teams of 10-25 | Lead projects with budgets between 250K – 1.2M | Directed geographically diverse teams – including offshore resources | Interfaced directly with client executive management teams | Assisted in the development of the PMO | Participated in leadership development and mentoring programs
EFCO Corporation E-Business Project Manager
Start Date: 12/12/2002 | End Date: 10/15/2003Lead the business process definition team of a major ERP upgrade | Managed the successful definition, development, and implementation of Electronic Architectural Reference Manual (a 10,000 page web-based product)
Collaborated with the CIO to prioritize IT projects | Developed ROI models for IT initiatives | Evaluated new technology | Liaison between the business and E-Business team | Performed other management duties as required.
Anheuser Busch Analyst/Consultant
Start Date: 04/15/1999 | End Date: 12/12/2002MeritBuilder.com Co-Founder/CEO
Start Date: 04/15/2007 | End Date: CurrentFounded MeritBuilder - Key Activities include:
Funding
Product Management
Product Development
System's Architecture
Team Development
Team Management
Marketing
Sales
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