Santiago Gericke Parga
Hey! I'm Santiago, a full-stack developer and tech strategist passionate about building AI-powered solutions. With a background in consulting and entrepreneurship, I've developed full-stack apps, automated workflows, and created tools that solve real-world problems.
My Journey
Foundations in Tech & Strategy
2016 - 2020At Universidad Pontificia Comillas, I developed a strong technical foundation in engineering and trained a structured mindset to approach and solve complex problems, building analytical and strategic thinking skills.During this time, I discovered my passion for software development and began deep diving into programming, exploring its potential to create impactful solutions and drive innovation.
Entrepreneurial Journey – Shameless Collective & Beyond
2016 - PresentShameless Collective began as a nascent dream among three friends but transformed into a serious venture over the last two years. Fueled by passion and a relentless drive for innovation, we achieved a 200% increase in monthly sales by automating key processes and implementing strategic growth initiatives. My entrepreneurial path was also shaped by a year at Santa Clara University, where I immersed myself in Silicon Valley's startup culture. Alongside Shameless Collective, I pursued two additional ventures, developing MVPs that attracted over 100 potential users and engaging in discussions to raise a €100,000 pre-seed round—proving my ability to turn ideas into impactful, scalable businesses.
Consulting Solutions & Expansion Strategy
2020 - PresentIn my consulting career, starting at AT Kearney and advancing at Monstarlab, I put my problem-solving and communication skills into practice by collaborating with a team on diverse projects aimed at solving large-scale challenges for major and startup companies, from optimizing revenue to developing market expansion strategies.
Mastering Full-Stack Development & Generative AI Innovation
2020 - PresentIn last years, I have proactively dedicated my free time to mastering full-stack development and generative AI, building over 10 innovative solutions to gain advanced, hands-on experience. Key accomplishments include a production-ready platform that allows Shameless Collective users to track their orders seamlessly. I also developed two high-impact Python scripts that automate essential operations: one managing order fulfillment and client communication, while the other handles monthly invoice extraction for accounting. Additionally, I trained, customized, and deployed a multi-class text classification model using DistilBERT on AWS Lambda and API Gateway, underscoring my commitment to cutting-edge, applied AI solutions.
The Next Chapter – Bay Area & Beyond
Present & FutureAfter making the most of the experiences along my journey, I am ready to embrace the next adventure: growing in the Bay Area, a global hub of innovation and entrepreneurship. This opportunity will allow me to channel my diverse background, relentless curiosity, and unwavering dedication to contributing to a project I deeply believe in and collaborating with a team committed to creating meaningful impact and shaping the future.
Projects
Here are some of my most impactful projects—each a testament to innovation and scalable solutions.
Shameless Returns
The Shameless Returns Portal streamlines returns, improves customer experience, and reduces manual workload. Built with Next.js, React, and Neon Serverless, it integrates with Shopify (CRM) via GraphQL API and Correos using SOAP requests for real-time tracking.
Gmail AI Response System
An intelligent email responder powered by OpenAI and the Gmail API. It monitors incoming emails in real-time, categorizes each message using advanced natural language processing to decide if it qualifies for an AI-generated reply, and then dispatches a context-aware response to streamline communication.
Duolingo Clone
A Next.js language platform inspired by Duolingo with interactive features. Created AI Voices using Elevenlabs AI, implemented ORM with DrizzleORM and a PostgresDB via NeonDB, integrated an admin dashboard using React Admin, and handled subscriptions using Stripe.
Shameless Locator
A Next.js tracker integrating with Tipsa for real‑time updates. Made API integrations using SOAP requests and employed Neon Serverless for efficient data storage.
Order Fulfillment Automation
A Python script that automates Shopify orders with Tipsa integration. Utilized GraphQL for API connectivity to our Shopify CRM.
Shameless Website - Shopify Clone
A Next.js e-commerce clone featuring Clerk for authentication, Neon for data storage, Drizzle for ORM, and Stripe for payment processing.
Monthly Invoice Automation
Automates monthly invoices using Python and ReportLab. Leveraged GraphQL for Shopify CRM connectivity and the Gmail API to send emails.
Contact Me
I'm open to new opportunities, collaborations, or just a friendly chat! Reach out to me via phone or email.
Phone:+34 608 667 749
Email:sgerickee@gmail.com