Darrell Doty
Director of Professional Services / Senior Solutions Architect at Choice Solutions- Claim this Profile
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Jeff Polley
I had the pleasure of working with Darrell for three years at Choice Solutions. He is a true professional who is dedicated to the highest standard. Clients would wait extra weeks to have Darrell scheduled for their project. Unique to some technical folks is Darrell's people skills, he is great with pre-sales engagements, or problem-solving with team members.
Brent Webb
Darrell is my go to when I need computer expertise. He is available and understands the needs of his customers, recommends the best viable options while considering the desires of customers. Darrell stays engaged through all facets of implementation and holds his team to task to get to the desired result.
Jeff Polley
I had the pleasure of working with Darrell for three years at Choice Solutions. He is a true professional who is dedicated to the highest standard. Clients would wait extra weeks to have Darrell scheduled for their project. Unique to some technical folks is Darrell's people skills, he is great with pre-sales engagements, or problem-solving with team members.
Brent Webb
Darrell is my go to when I need computer expertise. He is available and understands the needs of his customers, recommends the best viable options while considering the desires of customers. Darrell stays engaged through all facets of implementation and holds his team to task to get to the desired result.
Jeff Polley
I had the pleasure of working with Darrell for three years at Choice Solutions. He is a true professional who is dedicated to the highest standard. Clients would wait extra weeks to have Darrell scheduled for their project. Unique to some technical folks is Darrell's people skills, he is great with pre-sales engagements, or problem-solving with team members.
Brent Webb
Darrell is my go to when I need computer expertise. He is available and understands the needs of his customers, recommends the best viable options while considering the desires of customers. Darrell stays engaged through all facets of implementation and holds his team to task to get to the desired result.
Jeff Polley
I had the pleasure of working with Darrell for three years at Choice Solutions. He is a true professional who is dedicated to the highest standard. Clients would wait extra weeks to have Darrell scheduled for their project. Unique to some technical folks is Darrell's people skills, he is great with pre-sales engagements, or problem-solving with team members.
Brent Webb
Darrell is my go to when I need computer expertise. He is available and understands the needs of his customers, recommends the best viable options while considering the desires of customers. Darrell stays engaged through all facets of implementation and holds his team to task to get to the desired result.
Credentials
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Coaching Skills for Leaders and Managers
LinkedInFeb, 2023- Nov, 2024 -
Stop Overthinking and Manage Your Inner Critic
LinkedInOct, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Nutanix Technology Champion (2022)
NutanixDec, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Learning Secure Payments and PCI
LinkedInOct, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Leading at a Distance
LinkedInJun, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
VMware Certified Professional - Desktop
VMwareOct, 2014- Nov, 2024 -
Citrix Certified Associate - Networking
CitrixSep, 2014- Nov, 2024 -
Nutanix Platform Professional
NutanixOct, 2013- Nov, 2024 -
VMware Certified Professional 5x
VMwareFeb, 2012- Nov, 2024 -
Citrix Certified Expert – Apps and Desktops
CitrixMay, 2011- Nov, 2024 -
Citrix Certified Sales Person
CitrixMar, 2010- Nov, 2024 -
Citrix Certified Administrator XenDesktop
CitrixJan, 2010- Nov, 2024 -
VMware Certified Professional 4x
VMwareJan, 2010- Nov, 2024 -
Citrix Certified Administrator XenServer
CitrixApr, 2008- Nov, 2024 -
VMware Certified Professional 3x
VMwareApr, 2007- Nov, 2024 -
VMware Certified Professional 2x
VMwareApr, 2005- Nov, 2024 -
Citrix Certified Enterprise Administrator
CitrixMar, 2005- Nov, 2024 -
Citrix Certified Integration Architect
CitrixNov, 2004- Nov, 2024 -
Citrix Certified Administrator XenApp
CitrixJul, 2003- Nov, 2024 -
Microsoft Certified System Engineer
MicrosoftOct, 1999- Nov, 2024 -
Master Certified Novell Engineer Groupwise 6
NovellDec, 1998- Nov, 2024 -
Master Certified Novell Engineer 3,4,5,6
NovellAug, 1998- Nov, 2024 -
Microsoft Certified Professional
MicrosoftOct, 1995- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Novell Engineer 3,4,5,6
NovellMar, 1995- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Novell Administrator 3,4,5,6
NovellAug, 1994- Nov, 2024 -
Compellent Certified SAN Engineer
Dell -
EMC Implementation Engineer – Clariion Specialist
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EMC Proven Professional - Clariion
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EMC VNX deployment certified
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Equallogic Certified Product Specialist
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HP Certified Storage Engineer
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Microsoft Certified IT Professional on Virtualization
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Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator Exchange
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Pillar Certified San Engineer
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VEEAM Certified Engineer
Veeam Software
Experience
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Choice Solutions
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United States
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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100 - 200 Employee
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Director of Professional Services / Senior Solutions Architect
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Nov 2001 - Present
Lead a team of high-end Engineers that design and implement IT solutions across many verticals utilizing the latest cutting-edge technologies. Engage with Account Managers in presales meetings to identify customers' needs as well as align with their vision and goals. From these meetings, design sessions will take place as well as the technical writing of statements of work that will be delivered to the IT managers that validates the design as well as defines the effort that will be needed by both our Engineers as well their IT staff. Architect, Design and Deploy Virtualization Solutions utilizing Nutanix, Citrix, VMware, AHV, XenDesktop and XenDesktop. Full project lifecycle including pre-sales, scope design, project rollout, documentation delivery, and signoff. Design and Deploy Storage solutions utilizing Nutanix and Dell Compellant. Experienced with EMC, EqualLogic, Pillar, Dot Hill, HP EVA and MSA. Fiber Channel and iSCSI solutions. Block storage as well as NFS and CIFS Show less
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Blake Industries
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Dallas/Fort Worth Area
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Senior Systems Engineer
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2000 - 2001
Deployed Microsoft Solutions. Mainly Citrix, Terminal Services and Active Directory with Server 2000 Deployed Exchange Cisco Catalyst Switches Deployed Microsoft Solutions. Mainly Citrix, Terminal Services and Active Directory with Server 2000 Deployed Exchange Cisco Catalyst Switches
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The Technology Group
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Carrollton, Texas
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Senior Systems Engineer
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1998 - 2000
Deployed Microsoft and Novell Solutions Deployed Exchange and GroupWise Deployed Microsoft and Novell Solutions Deployed Exchange and GroupWise
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Corporate Computer Solutions
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Plano, TX
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Senior Systems Engineer
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1996 - 1998
Deployed Novell Solutions (Held four Master CNE Certifications) Deployed Cisco Solutions with regards to Cisco Routers, Switches, and Firewalls Deployed large GroupWise environments Deployed Novell Solutions (Held four Master CNE Certifications) Deployed Cisco Solutions with regards to Cisco Routers, Switches, and Firewalls Deployed large GroupWise environments
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Inacom Information Systems - Salisbury MD
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United States
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Systems Engineer
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1995 - 1996
Deployed Novell Solutions Deployed Banyan Vines Solutions Worked on Windows NT Solutions Deployed Novell Solutions Deployed Banyan Vines Solutions Worked on Windows NT Solutions
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United States Navy – USA (Honorably Discharged)
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Norfolk, Virginia Area
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Data Processor E1-E5
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1989 - 1995
Worked on Honeywell DB6 Systems and Microcomputers on ships Deployed Novell Network on base in Virginia Beach, VA Awarded Navy Accommodation Medal Worked on Honeywell DB6 Systems and Microcomputers on ships Deployed Novell Network on base in Virginia Beach, VA Awarded Navy Accommodation Medal
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Education
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Tarleton State University
Information Technology -
Central Texas College
Associate of Arts - AA, General Studies -
1992 - 1994
Tidewater Community College
Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology -
Denison High School
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