Ashton "Johnny" Paulsen
You can call me Johnny. I'm from Draper, Utah, and I'm currently working to get my Master's Degree in Information Systems Management at Brigham Young University.
You can call me Johnny. I'm from Draper, Utah, and I'm currently working to get my Master's Degree in Information Systems Management at Brigham Young University.
June 2016 – August 2018
Taught 20+ children ages 2–14 to swim; discovered a passion for instructing and sharing skills with others.
June 2017 – August 2018
Refined personalized instruction styles teaching aspiring pianists at a private studio.
October 2020 – March 2021
Applied Marshallese fluency to teach missionaries; balanced challenge and fulfillment of language education.
March 2021 – September 2022
Managed sales for On Q Safety training product for first responders; built deep appreciation for client engagement.
March 2023 – September 2023
Developed business logic in C# and SQL; automated communications and contributed to the Montana UI FAQ.
September 2023 – May 2024
Developed Power Apps & Automations on Microsoft Power Platform to streamline internal tools and processes.
May 2024 – Present
Built wellness-tracking features and integrated an OpenAI-based assistant to improve user mental health support.
GPA: 3.85
GPA: 3.86
My wife Elyse and I love making the most of Utah’s natural beauty—skiing in the winter, hiking Mount Timpanogos in the spring, and camping wherever we find the time. In 2024 we hiked the Grand Canyon rim-to-rim.
I’ve been golfing almost my whole life, and I’m always looking to improve my game. Whether it’s a quick nine holes or a full 18, I love the challenge of golf. I hope to become a scratch golfer one day.
When it’s time to unwind, I dive into movies and shows.I’m fascinated by stories that mix clever writing with emotional depth. I may or may not quote movies too often.
At home, I’m the cook—and proud of it. Cooking has become one of my favorite creative outlets.I have even built a family recipe app that allows my family to add all of their favorite recipes.
Currently developing a software product that allows facility managers to upload warranties, track compliance, and generate automated maintenance reminders and claims. Designed for facilities teams.
A mobile app that recommends recipes based on what's already in your pantry. Built to reduce food waste and streamline cooking decisions. Users can search, filter, and save favorite dishes.
Created a mobile app to digitize and share family recipes. Each family member can contribute and tag favorites. Includes photo uploads and step-by-step instructions.