Unfortunately, small businesses, non-profits, and other groups who don't have massive budgets often face a major obstacle in solving problems: they need some help, but they only need a bit. Most consulting firms aren't interested in working on projects that only amount to a few hours here and there, and their rates can take your breath away. Have Brain, Will Travel is different. I am happy to assist you with whatever problems you may have, and whether you need months of my time, or just a long, well-planned lunch meeting, you'll get the help you need.

For over a decade I have made a living developing database and web applications, a task which has allowed me to develop not only the obvious technical skills, but a talent for helping groups of people map out their work processes and determine how to get from where they are to where they want to be. More formally, I have a Ph.D. in Economics and Masters in Public Administration, which in combination grants me a wide range of analytical and organization knowledge and experience.

I can readily assist you with all of the following, and more

• Problem Definition
• Brainstorming/Lateral Thinking
• Process Analysis/Evaluation
• Program Planning
• Policy Development
• Data Consolidation and Cleanup

• Statistical Analysis
• Technology Guidance
• Database/Web Development
• Library/Online Research
• Document Development
• Teaching and Tutoring

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• I have developed contact tracking applications for several small businesses and non-profits, which have enabled them to keep track of contributions, customer contacts, literature distribution routes, and other key operating details.
• I have guided meetings of 50 people or more in policy development processes, and coordinated the work of online committees in drafting operational rules.
• Currently, I am assisting the online CD trading website MusicBoomerang in developing the credit system that drives their trading process.

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While it would be nice if I could do everything, obviously a man has his limits. However, I have a broad personal network, and can call on it to assist you with

• Graphic Design
• Copyediting

• Bookkeeping
• Grant writing

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I am extremely flexible with regard to billing cycles, payment methods and other minutiae, but here are a few standards I adhere to.

• All billing will include an itemized list of services provided, in 15-minute increments, along with any expenses. You'll always know what you're paying for.
• Expenses will be billed at cost, and will be cleared in advance if they total more than a single billable hour.
• I offer significant discounts for non-profits, locally-anchored or employee-owned businesses, Detroit community development efforts, anything I find personally interesting, and anything odd enough to make a good story.

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In the interests of expanding my portfolio of completed work, and to get business moving, I am offering bonus discounts of up to 50% to any customers who contact me before the end of 2008.

David A. Spitzley
inquiries@havebrain-willtravel.com
(734) 699-5095