Some history...

Zack Galyen is a passionate designer and tech-lover with a knack for turning lines of code into digital wonders. With a background in graphic design and a flair for creative problem-solving, Zack has been on a relentless quest to make the digital world a better place. When he's not immersed in code, you'll find Zack exploring the world through the eyes of his 14-month-old son, or mountain biking in the Boise foothills, finding harmony not only in software but in life's many wonders.

Here's a little more history, if you must...

Education

Graphic Design

Boise State University
2010

Bachelor of Arts

Central College of Kansas
2001

Oct 2023 -- Present

Director of Web Development
Stonefox Creative - Meridian, ID

  • Oversee the full lifecycle of web development projects, from initial concept and design to deployment and ongoing maintenance.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including key leadership, marketing and SMM to ensure website alignment with overall strategy and branding.
  • Analyze web analytics and user feedback to continuously improve website performance, usability, and conversion rates.
  • Liaise with stakeholders to define website objectives, deliverables, and timelines, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
Dec 2021 -- Present

Sr Web Developer / Sr Graphic Designer
Tovuti LMS - Eagle, ID

  • Design lead on Tovuti products, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines and driving thought leadership initiatives.
  • Design and development lead for the company website, including its long-term maintenance strategy.
  • Enhanced performance and user experience (UI/UX) by leveraging analytics tracking, achieving a 10x improvement in overall site traffic.
  • Served as the primary trainer for the department, leading educational initiatives and skill development.
May 2019 -- Dec 2021

Self-Employed / Non-profit
WorldVenture - Olomouc, Czech Republic

  • 100% of donations/support raised for funding continual monthlybudget items, as well as one-time departure expenses.
  • Cultural adaptation, Czech language acquisition for communicating with teams and student leaders.
  • Planning and implementation of training materials, seasonal eventsand oversight of Czech students and interns.