Contact Info
Phone: +1 (352) 406-7103
Email: steve@ukrainedollars.com
Address: Eustis, FL 32726
WhatsApp: +1 (352) 406-7103
Personal
Height/Weight: 6'3", 180 lbs
Non-Smoker
Non-Alcohol
Education
BSEE, Norwich University, Northfield, VT
Graduated May 1987
Military
U.S. Navy (1971–1975), Rank: AC3
Memberships
Grand Lodge of Maine (1988–present)
Past Worshipful Master, Mystic Lodge (1994)
IEEE, PATCO
Languages
English (Fluent)
Italian (Fluent)
Spanish (Struggling)
Hobbies
Oil & acrylic painting
Working on cars
Acoustic and classical guitar
Likes
Dogs, humble and educated people
Responsible parents
Persistence, dedication, honesty, loyalty, work ethic
Pro bono work, cooking, physical fitness
Snowmobiling, snow storms, thunder, fall foliage
The smell of dry hardwood in a woodstove
Chinese cuisine, NY-style pizza, spaghetti carbonara
Vibrant flowers, scent of yellow roses
Space ambient music
Tom Petty, Neil Young, Roy Orbison, Alan Parsons Project, Supertramp, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd
ChatGPT
Dislikes
Rednecks, rich people who don't share
People who equate money with intelligence
Overpaid athletes, entitlement based on size/status
Sagging pants, organized crime, gangs
Littering, smokers, alcoholics
Status-driven consumerism
Fox News, CNN, talk shows, TV commercials
Self-righteousness, religious hypocrisy
Short-sightedness about our planet
Unconditional love
Steve Imhof
Professional Summary
Experienced professional with a diverse background spanning air traffic control, electrical engineering, education, and private investigations. After nine years as an air traffic controller, I pursued a BSEE and went on to design transmission and distribution systems for a major power company. I later operated a successful English language franchise in Naples, Italy, and spent over a decade running a private investigation agency in Florida. Alongside my career, I developed and maintained websites and self-hosted Linux servers to support business and domain investments. I retired in 2024 after a multifaceted career bridging technology, education, and investigative work. In retirement, I am now free to focus on more altruistic endeavors aimed at making the world a better place.
Work Experience
Owner / Lead Investigator – Imhof Investigations, Florida
2007 – 2024
- Operated a licensed private investigation agency serving law firms and private clients.
- Specialized in legal investigations, surveillance, background checks, and asset tracing.
- Built and maintained business websites and managed online visibility.
Independent Web & Server Administrator – Self-Employed
1997 – 2024 (Concurrent)
- Managed personal Linux-based web servers to support multiple self-run ventures.
- Deployed and maintained websites for professional services and domain investment strategies.
- Configured Apache, MySQL, email servers, and DNS, while managing site security and uptime.
Franchise Operator – English Language Center, Naples, Italy
1996 – 1998
- Operated an English language instruction franchise serving local students and professionals.
- Developed and taught language curricula focused on conversational fluency.
- Oversaw marketing, enrollment, and franchise operations.
Transmission & Distribution Engineer – Bangor Hydro Electric, Bangor, Maine
1988 – 1994
- Designed electrical transmission and distribution lines across central and eastern Maine.
- Created detailed technical drawings and conducted system load analysis.
- Supported coordination between engineering teams and field crews.
Air Traffic Controller
1971 – 1975 (U.S. Navy – Rank: AC3)
1976 – 1981 (FAA – GS-2152-10 & GS-2152-11)
- New Bedford Tower, MA (GS-2152-10): VFR Tower Controller for visual traffic.
- Bangor Approach Control, ME (GS-2152-11): Radar approach and departure services.
- Achieved full performance levels at both facilities.
- Participated in the 1981 PATCO strike; dismissed following refusal to return to work.
Skills
Technical & IT Skills
- Linux server administration
- Website deployment & management
- DNS configuration
- Apache and MySQL management
- Email server setup
- Domain name investing & management
- Basic HTML/CSS
- Web security practices
- Self-hosting and uptime management
Engineering & Technical Design
- Electrical transmission line design
- Distribution systems planning
- Technical drawing interpretation
- Load analysis & calculations
- Field team coordination
Investigative & Legal Work
- Private investigations
- Surveillance operations
- Background checks & asset tracing
- Legal case support for attorneys
- Report writing & documentation
Communication & Instruction
- Public speaking / client communication
- Teaching English as a second language
- Curriculum development
- Cross-cultural communication
Air Traffic & Operational Control
- VFR tower operations
- Radar approach control
- FAA procedures & protocols
- High-stress decision making
- Aviation safety coordination
General / Transferable
- Problem-solving
- Self-directed learning
- Small business operations
- Cross-discipline adaptability
- Time management
- Attention to detail
Call: +1 352 406 7103