Oliver Straus
Entrepreneur  Â·  Software Engineer  Â·  Business Executive
Denver, Colorado (303) 946-4224 oliverstraus246@gmail.com imperialdetailingcodetail.com
$250K+
Charitable Donations
Directed
$1M+
Annual Revenue
Managed as CFO
Year 1
Startup — Profitable
First Season
Skills
Programming
Python JavaScript / ES2024 C++ React & Node.js REST API Design
Technology
AI / LLM Integration Autonomous Systems Electron Desktop Apps Automation Pipelines Systems Architecture Git / Version Control
Business & Finance
P&L Management Financial Modeling Sales & Client Acquisition Operations Management Brand Development
Interpersonal
Executive Communication Team Leadership High-Pressure Performance Customer Service Conflict Resolution
Education
University of Colorado
Boulder
B.S. Business & Marketing
Enrollment Planned 2027
Accelerated Track
GED — Accelerated
Self-Directed Study
Expected 2026–2027
Community
B Golden Food Bank
Volunteer Operations Support
Food distribution, event coordination, and community outreach across the Denver metro.
Topher Straus Fine Art
Philanthropy Director
Directed $250,000+ in charitable giving to 15+ nonprofit partners over a 3-year tenure.
Profile

I managed my first multi-million dollar P&L at 14 — not as an exercise, but as CFO of a real business. By 18 I had shipped production software for drone mapping and autonomous systems at one of the world's leading military contractors — multiple government contracts, name withheld by agreement — and founded a services company that was profitable in its first season. I adapt fast, perform under pressure, and deliver in every environment I've walked into.

Professional Experience
Software Engineer
Mar 2025 – May 2025
Confidential Defense-Technology Contractor  Â·  Autonomous Systems / UAV  Â·  Newport Beach, CA
  • Contributed to a drone-based aerial mapping and reconnaissance system — processing real-time sensor feeds, spatial telemetry, and autonomous flight path data for military field operations across multiple governments.
  • Developed components of a UAV mission-planning pipeline, including spatial mapping logic, obstacle-avoidance inputs, and real-time data integration for autonomous navigation in contested environments.
  • Applied reliability-first engineering standards in a production codebase where software accuracy directly impacts field operations — zero tolerance for errors.
  • Operated under NDA and security protocols alongside senior engineers; demonstrated the professional discretion and judgment the role required.
Chief Financial Officer
2020 – 2023
Topher Straus Fine Art  Â·  Fine Art Commerce  Â·  Denver, CO  Â·  topherstraus.com
  • Appointed CFO at age 14 for a fine art business generating multi-million dollars annually — managed financial planning, budgeting, P&L reporting, and accounts payable/receivable for three years.
  • Maintained financial models guiding pricing, collection valuations, exhibition ROI, and negotiations with high-net-worth collectors and institutional buyers.
  • Architected a philanthropic giving program that distributed $250,000+ across 15+ nonprofit organizations in arts, education, and community support.
  • Oversaw operations: vendor contracts, event logistics, artwork shipping and insurance, and staff coordination for national exhibitions.
  • Developed executive communication skills through sustained relationships with galleries, collectors, and cultural institutions.
Founder & Chief Executive
Summer 2025 – Present
Imperial Detailing  Â·  Premium Mobile Auto Detailing  Â·  Denver, CO  Â·  imperialdetailingcodetail.com
  • Founded and launched a premium mobile detailing operation from scratch — profitable by end of the first season without outside funding.
  • Managed every business function solo: client acquisition, scheduling, invoicing, service delivery, marketing, and brand development.
  • Built custom booking automation and client management tools in React and Node.js, reducing admin overhead and improving client retention.
  • Developed a professional brand identity and web presence from zero — driving inbound leads through local SEO, social media, and referrals.
Technology Projects
Apex — AI Life Coach Desktop Application
Full-stack Electron + React desktop app powered by Claude AI. Conversational coaching, habit tracking, and intelligent journaling — designed and shipped entirely solo, including the full backend API and UI system.
Electron · React · Node · AI
Lead Generation Agency — Automated Sales Pipeline
Fully automated B2B outreach platform integrating AI copywriting, AI voice calling (Vapi), Stripe billing, and Supabase data management. Engineered to run end-to-end with minimal human oversight.
Node · Supabase · Vapi · Stripe
Claude Command Center — Developer Dashboard
Custom Electron developer control panel for managing AI sessions, tools, and workflows. Real-time session monitoring, MCP server management, and an OLED-optimized dark UI system built from scratch.
Electron · React · Vite · IPC