Experience

TV Metaverse Show

• United States
• Radio and Television Broadcasting
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Executive Producer

  • Jun 2022 - Present

  Raleigh, North Carolina, United States Founder and creator of TV Metaverse Show series and media platform. Responsible for development, production, distribution and monetization of video episode series, volunteer program and new media & service testing projects. Development - discover new gadgets and innovation, get media contributors & experts and create scalable procedures. Production - setup, test and optimize local and cloud based recording, editing, publishing and media packaging. Distribution - launch on… Show more Founder and creator of TV Metaverse Show series and media platform. Responsible for development, production, distribution and monetization of video episode series, volunteer program and new media & service testing projects. Development - discover new gadgets and innovation, get media contributors & experts and create scalable procedures. Production - setup, test and optimize local and cloud based recording, editing, publishing and media packaging. Distribution - launch on show website and video apps and progress to distribution on streaming Networks such as Netflix, Curiositystream and others. Monetization - get sponsors, setup advertising services and use television commerce (tCommerce) services. Volunteers - build teams of people who get training, do production tasks and promote TV Tech Show through 20+ media channels. Testing - discover, setup, monitor and optimize new services and applications that generate revenue and determine benchmarks and KPIs. If you or your company has a new streaming TV gadget, service or application and would like to share it on our TV Metaverse Show, please connect with me and share your innovation. Show less



OTT Business

• United States
• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Publisher & Senior Editor

  • Nov 2020 - Present

  Raleigh, North Carolina, United States Founder and Senior Editor of OTT Business Magazine - OTTBusiness.com/magazine. Our mission is to identify and explain new OTT technologies, systems and services to help setup, run and monetize streaming TV businesses. We publish a monthly magazine (printed and electronic), do podcast audio interviews, run web seminars, and publish books and courses on OTT technology and business. Our resources include OTT Dictionary (OTTdictionary.com), white papers, case studies… Show more Founder and Senior Editor of OTT Business Magazine - OTTBusiness.com/magazine. Our mission is to identify and explain new OTT technologies, systems and services to help setup, run and monetize streaming TV businesses. We publish a monthly magazine (printed and electronic), do podcast audio interviews, run web seminars, and publish books and courses on OTT technology and business. Our resources include OTT Dictionary (OTTdictionary.com), white papers, case studies, directories, tutorials, and other helpful information for Streaming TV implementation. I’m always looking to interview leaders and professionals who can share how OTT systems and services are being setup, managed and optimized. Show less



WISP Magazine

• United States
• Telecommunications

• Publisher and Senior Editor

  • Aug 2021 - Present

  Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina, United States Founder and Senior Editor of Wireless Internet Service Provider - WISP Magazine - WISPMagazine.com/magazine. WISP Magazine’s mission is to find and explain new technologies, systems and applications to help communication service providers to setup, run and earn revenue from fixed wireless broadband Internet systems. Topics covered include WISP system equipment and options, services, regulations, installation and provisioning, billing, VoIP phone, monitoring, streaming TV and… Show more Founder and Senior Editor of Wireless Internet Service Provider - WISP Magazine - WISPMagazine.com/magazine. WISP Magazine’s mission is to find and explain new technologies, systems and applications to help communication service providers to setup, run and earn revenue from fixed wireless broadband Internet systems. Topics covered include WISP system equipment and options, services, regulations, installation and provisioning, billing, VoIP phone, monitoring, streaming TV and business cloud applications. We publish a monthly magazine (printed and electronic), do podcast audio interviews, run web seminars - webinars, and publish books and courses on fixed broadband wireless systems, services and applications. Our resources include Wireless Internet Service Provider Dictionary WISPDictionary.com, white papers, case studies, directories, tutorials, and other helpful WISP information and templates. I’m always looking to interview leaders and professionals who can share how new broadband Internet systems, advanced IP media applications or ways they can be improved or optimized. WISP Magazine is Owned and Published by PomeGran Media Show less



EION Wireless

• Canada
• Wireless Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• VP Business Development

  • May 2021 - Present

  Responsible for wireless system and and service sales, distributor support, training course development and delivery, certification programs, user groups, workshops and business development in North America. If you are involved in getting or running wireless systems (WiFi, LTE, CBRS, etc) and want to get sample plans, guides, case studies, tutorials or just have questions, please contact and connect with me. This is what I do for Eion Wireless: • Discover and Develop Sales… Show more Responsible for wireless system and and service sales, distributor support, training course development and delivery, certification programs, user groups, workshops and business development in North America. If you are involved in getting or running wireless systems (WiFi, LTE, CBRS, etc) and want to get sample plans, guides, case studies, tutorials or just have questions, please contact and connect with me. This is what I do for Eion Wireless: • Discover and Develop Sales Leads • Sell LTE, CBRS, WiFi & Wireless Systems • Interview and Define Buyer and User Journeys • Create Marketing and Sales Collateral Content • Produce Training Materials for Customers & Staff • Customize Courses and Distributor Sales Collateral • Develop and Manage Certification Programs • Create Case Studies, White Papers & Tutorials • Produce & Host Webinars and Events • Setup and Expand PR and Media Channels • Develop Business Opportunities in Wireless Show less



Smart Public Safety Magazine

• United States
• Public Safety

• Publisher & Senior Editor

  • Mar 2021 - Present

  Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina, United States Founder and Senior Editor of Smart Public Safety Magazine - SmartPublicSafetyMag.com/magazine. Smart Public Safety Magazine’s mission is to identify and explain new technologies, systems and applications to help setup and run public safety systems and mission critical services. Topics covered include how TV technology (Video AI, digital asset management, video editing), IoT (M2M, biometrics, UAV), Intelligent vehicle (V2X, V2I), extended reality (VR, AR, MR), wireless… Show more Founder and Senior Editor of Smart Public Safety Magazine - SmartPublicSafetyMag.com/magazine. Smart Public Safety Magazine’s mission is to identify and explain new technologies, systems and applications to help setup and run public safety systems and mission critical services. Topics covered include how TV technology (Video AI, digital asset management, video editing), IoT (M2M, biometrics, UAV), Intelligent vehicle (V2X, V2I), extended reality (VR, AR, MR), wireless communication (WiFi, LiFi, LTE, CBRS) and other media technologies can be used to improve public safety. We publish a monthly magazine (printed and electronic), do podcast audio interviews, run web seminars - webinars, and publish books and courses on public safety technology, systems, services and applications. Our resources include Public Safety Dictionary (PublicSafetyDictionary.com), white papers, case studies, directories, tutorials, and other helpful information for urgent communication and mission critical systems. I’m always looking to interview leaders and professionals who can share how new public safety systems or ways they can be improved or optimized. Show less



Blockchain Media Magazine

• United States
• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

• Publisher and Senior Editor

  • Nov 2018 - Present

  Cary, North Carolina, United States Founder and Senior Editor of Blockchian Media Magazine - BlockchainMediaMag.com. Our mission is to help Blockchain and Media Professionals to Discover and Implement Decentralized Broadcast, Streaming, and VOD Systems and Services. We publish a monthly magazine (printed and electronic), do podcast audio interviews, run web seminars, and publish books and courses on Blockchain technology and business that is used for media. Our resources include Blockchain Dictionary… Show more Founder and Senior Editor of Blockchian Media Magazine - BlockchainMediaMag.com. Our mission is to help Blockchain and Media Professionals to Discover and Implement Decentralized Broadcast, Streaming, and VOD Systems and Services. We publish a monthly magazine (printed and electronic), do podcast audio interviews, run web seminars, and publish books and courses on Blockchain technology and business that is used for media. Our resources include Blockchain Dictionary (BlockchainDefinitions.com), white papers, case studies, directories, tutorials, and other helpful information for Blockchain implementation. I’m always looking to interview leaders and professionals who can share how Blockchain is being used for Media for articles and audio podcasts. Show less



OTT Business Podcast

• Podcast Host

  • Nov 2016 - Present

  Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area Invite and interview TV industry experts, leaders, and business developers to share new production, technology, and marketing options. Convert the audio podcast interview into multiple media posts (videos, images, slides, articles, blog posts, Tweets) to help people to discover new ways to provide movies, shows, and series by OTT and streaming video. If you want to be a guest on Internet TV Plus podcast (http://internettvplus.com/internet-tv-plus-podcast/), please email me at… Show more Invite and interview TV industry experts, leaders, and business developers to share new production, technology, and marketing options. Convert the audio podcast interview into multiple media posts (videos, images, slides, articles, blog posts, Tweets) to help people to discover new ways to provide movies, shows, and series by OTT and streaming video. If you want to be a guest on Internet TV Plus podcast (http://internettvplus.com/internet-tv-plus-podcast/), please email me at lharte@internettvplus.com. Show less



WISPTV

• United States
• Telecommunications
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Vice President of Business Development

  • Oct 2022 - Dec 2022

  Raleigh, North Carolina, United States Responsible for streaming TV system and and service sales, operator support, training course development and delivery, certification programs, user groups, workshops and business development in North America. If you want to add television services to your WISP or ISP System, contact me to get sample plans, guides, case studies, tutorials or to get answers to your questions, please contact and connect with me. This is what I do for WISP TV: • Discover and Develop Sales… Show more Responsible for streaming TV system and and service sales, operator support, training course development and delivery, certification programs, user groups, workshops and business development in North America. If you want to add television services to your WISP or ISP System, contact me to get sample plans, guides, case studies, tutorials or to get answers to your questions, please contact and connect with me. This is what I do for WISP TV: • Discover and Develop Sales Leads • Sell Streaming TV Systems and Support Services • Setup and Configure WISP TV Equipment • Interview and Define Buyer and User Journeys • Create Marketing and Sales Collateral Content • Produce Training Materials for Customers & Staff • Customize Courses and Distributor Sales Collateral • Develop and Manage Certification Programs • Create Case Studies, White Papers & Tutorials • Produce & Host Webinars and Events • Setup and Expand PR and Media Channels • Find and Develop Business Opportunities Show less



IPTV Magazine

• United States
• Book and Periodical Publishing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• President Publisher and Editor

  • Feb 2005 - Sep 2021

  2474 Walnut Street, Suite 105, Cary, NC 27518 USA Founded IPTV Magazine (TV business and technology) to identify key solutions and opportunities in the television industry. Have grown the subscriber base to 17,000+ worldwide. Interviewed over 4,100 companies at industry trade shows and developed 34,000 industry contacts globally. Negotiated 100+ co-marketing agreements with trade shows (CES, NAB, IBC, CCBN, TelcoVision, Broadband TV, and others), associations, and others. Developed website traffic to over 1,100 visitors per… Show more Founded IPTV Magazine (TV business and technology) to identify key solutions and opportunities in the television industry. Have grown the subscriber base to 17,000+ worldwide. Interviewed over 4,100 companies at industry trade shows and developed 34,000 industry contacts globally. Negotiated 100+ co-marketing agreements with trade shows (CES, NAB, IBC, CCBN, TelcoVision, Broadband TV, and others), associations, and others. Developed website traffic to over 1,100 visitors per day. Constantly interviewing companies and smart executives and professionals (about 50 per month) has build a large database of industry definitions (IPTV Dictionary) and content resources.

• Publisher and Editor

  • Jul 2007 - Sep 2014

  2474 Walnut Street, Suite 105, Cary NC 27518 Identify the business and technical needs of the Mobile Video and Mobile Apps industry. Create an editorial calendar of articles that help people and companies to implement Mobile Video systems and services. Build a list of Mobile Video industry professionals and learn about their challenges and opportunities. Interview executives and technologists at mobile video related companies and oversee the creation of articles that solve problems or help to produce new revenue… Show more Identify the business and technical needs of the Mobile Video and Mobile Apps industry. Create an editorial calendar of articles that help people and companies to implement Mobile Video systems and services. Build a list of Mobile Video industry professionals and learn about their challenges and opportunities. Interview executives and technologists at mobile video related companies and oversee the creation of articles that solve problems or help to produce new revenue sources for mobile video systems.



Ski TV

• United Kingdom
• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

• Chief Technology Officer - CTO

  • Mar 2020 - May 2021

  Develop and expand the Ski TV platform and services to include improved User Interfaces (UX), new content sources, Advanced Advertising, TV Apps, Social TV, and eCommerce services. Setup, manage, and run marketing and business development programs and campaigns that attract new subscribers, partners, advertisers, and sponsors.



VegiPlus.tv

• Chief Marketing Officer - CMO

  • Oct 2019 - Nov 2020

  Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area Responsible for promotion and marketing of subscription VOD - SVOD and advertising VOD - AVOD services using ad networks and direct video advertising sales. He develops and sells show and content production sponsorships programs, sets up and manages direct marketing campaigns, and organizes VegiPlus.tv branded events, workshops, and web seminars.

• Co-Producer, Advanced TV and Media

  • Mar 2019 - Oct 2019

  Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area Responsibilities include finding and licensing independent video clips, assist with episode filming and editing, work with OTT distribution platform, grow local TV syndicated distribution, test, setup, and sell advanced advertising services, assist with TV app development, run social TV campaigns and fan events, and create tCommerce affiliate and direct response TV programs.



Blockchain Technology and Business Meetup

• United States
• Computer Networking

• Co-Organizer

  • Jun 2018 - Sep 2020

  Orlando, Florida Area Responsible for identifying Blockchain Technology and Business topics, finding and assisting speakers, setting up sessions, and organizing events for meetup group https://www.meetup.com/Blockchain-Technology-and-Business/



AppFusions

• Software Development

• VP Business Development, Global Media and Entertainment

  • Jan 2019 - Mar 2019

  Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area Responsible for creating marketing materials, sales collateral, training course development, media campaigns, certification programs, user groups, workshops, and new business development for media and entertainment industries for AppFusions application integration development tools and services. AppFusions tools, services, and software development services help connect enterprise systems together for cohesive work processes, efficiencies, and collaborations. AppFusions solutions are… Show more Responsible for creating marketing materials, sales collateral, training course development, media campaigns, certification programs, user groups, workshops, and new business development for media and entertainment industries for AppFusions application integration development tools and services. AppFusions tools, services, and software development services help connect enterprise systems together for cohesive work processes, efficiencies, and collaborations. AppFusions solutions are packaged integration experiences that extend and complement workflows (including seamless SSO/authentications) with use-case driven UIs/user experiences to increase user engagement and productivity. Most importantly, their solutions are readily available and don't require a team of customer-side engineers to build and sustain. AppFusions bridges popular collaboration systems of all purposes and flavors, including systems by IBM, Google, Salesforce, Microsoft, Dropbox, Box, Atlassian, Egnyte, Alfresco, Lingotek, and more. With AppFusions, gone are the days of lengthy requirements or RFP definition phases, long procurement approval cycles, and delayed or deferred PoC windows; AppFusions'​ well-vetted solutions are ready and available, and can be provisioned or deployed within days, and sometimes hours. http://www.appfusions.com http://www.youtube.com/user/appfusions http://twitter.com/appfusions This is what I do for AppFusions: • Interview and Define Buyer and User Journeys • Create Marketing and Sales Collateral Content • Produce Training Materials for Customers & Staff • Develop and Manage Certification Programs • Create Case Studies and White Papers • Setup and Expand PR and Media Channels • Discover and Develop Sales Leads • Develop Business Opportunities in Media & Entertainment Show less



Blackbird plc

• United Kingdom
• Software Development
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Vice President Business Development North America

  • Jul 2018 - Jan 2019

  London, United Kingdom Responsible for cloud video production and distribution service sales, distributor support, training course development, certification programs, user groups, workshops, and video project marketplace in North America,



Crumbs Music Media

• United States
• Entertainment Providers
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chief Marketing Officer

  • Oct 2017 - Oct 2018

  Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area Setup and manage global pre-cleared music licensing sales, marketing, and CRM systems for movies, TV shows, advertising, gaming, and other authentic song tracks and score productions. Get, manage, and support sales team for multiple sales channels, create and manage media channels, create lead generation media and portals, implement marketing automation and measurement, promote & manage events, and public relations.



Moving Visions Entertainment

• Chief Marketing Officer - CMO

  • Jul 2014 - Sep 2017

  Wendel, NC Responsible for market research, media planning, and campaign management for films and collateral content. Assist film distribution companies with supporting media and develop marketing materials for media channels that are not managed by the film distribution company.



roomioTV

• Vice President of Business Development

  • Jul 2016 - Jul 2017

  Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area Develop and expand the Roomio hotel TV system services to include new advertising, content, and eCommerce services where revenues can be shared with system owners and operators during and after guest visits. Setup, manage, and run sales and marketing programs that attract new clients and partners including advertising networks, content distributors, gaming services, and other advanced TV applications.



Internet TV Plus Conference

• Event Founder & Host

  • Feb 2016 - Sep 2016

  Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area Founder and host organizer of Internet TV Plus conference that covers how to produce, distribute, and promote online TV Shows and Movies. Helps broadcasters, producers, technologies, and talent to reach more viewers, offer new services, and discover viewer engagement tools. This conferences that focus on implementing processes, tools, & services - InternetTVPlus.com



Digital Marketing for Business - DMFB

• United States
• Events Services

• Co-Founder and Host Manager

  • Oct 2012 - Jul 2016

  Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area Co-founded marketing trade show in 2012 to help business owners and business managers discover and implement successful marketing programs. Recruited 110 volunteers for trade show marketing and operations. Defined, setup, and managed 5 director roles; marketing, conference, operations, website, and information technology. Launched the first conference in 2013 (was profitable) and grew the trade show in 2014 with 53% increase in attendees and 360% increase in exhibitors. Setup… Show more Co-founded marketing trade show in 2012 to help business owners and business managers discover and implement successful marketing programs. Recruited 110 volunteers for trade show marketing and operations. Defined, setup, and managed 5 director roles; marketing, conference, operations, website, and information technology. Launched the first conference in 2013 (was profitable) and grew the trade show in 2014 with 53% increase in attendees and 360% increase in exhibitors. Setup plans, processes, and automated several key areas including speaker management, registration. Recruited leading exhibitors and sponsors including T-Mobile and Duke University and 30 others. Leased and managed convention center operations at the Raleigh convention center. Setup a partner promotion program recruitment, incentive plans, and sample promotion messages. Over 50% of ticket sales from promotion partners. Learned how to motivate and manage a mix of paid staff and volunteers and solved some surprising communication challenges and solutions. LH Video Overview DMFB 2014 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ar6qaciqj-4 To see more details about the events, to register to attend, to exhibit, or sponsor go to: http://digitalmarketingforbusiness.com/ Show less



QIC Learning

• United States
• Higher Education

• Managing Director

  • Aug 2011 - Nov 2015

  Morrisville, NC USA Established QIC Learning business and marketing school that provides 2 to 4 hour short professional courses (Internet Marketing, email marketing, content marketing, etc). Developed successful marketing strategy that targeted business networks using qualified social media channels and key influencer media agents. Created and setup a collaborative course development process using Group Knowledge(tm). Created an instructor certification program using tests and a peer review… Show more Established QIC Learning business and marketing school that provides 2 to 4 hour short professional courses (Internet Marketing, email marketing, content marketing, etc). Developed successful marketing strategy that targeted business networks using qualified social media channels and key influencer media agents. Created and setup a collaborative course development process using Group Knowledge(tm). Created an instructor certification program using tests and a peer review requirements. Recruited and certified 32 instructors in first 2 years and setup instructor assignment automation. Created and instructed courses on Internet Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Reputation Management, Content Marketing, Event Marketing, and others. Created social media marketing automation processes including agent management and social post content harvesting files. Setup, grew, and managed Social Media Marketing Meetup group attracting highly qualified speakers. Moved many IT processes from local networks to cloud services. Discovered and solved key challenges and risks beyond technical limitations. Created logo and promotional media content using design contests. Show less



Althos Media

• Croatia
• Advertising Services

• Managing Director

  • Aug 2002 - Dec 2014

  1500 Piney Plains Road, Suite 201, Cary, NC 27528 USA Managing Director of Althos Media. Founded Althos as a technology media company. Setup book and magazine publishing, training courses, and web portals. Defined and managed web portal development - magazines, dictionaries, directories, and tutorials using a mix of direct, contracted, and online jobsite developers. Setup book publishing division which has sold 200k+ books, 140+ titles, from 20+ authors worldwide. Setup and tested 34 types of distribution channels ranging from… Show more Managing Director of Althos Media. Founded Althos as a technology media company. Setup book and magazine publishing, training courses, and web portals. Defined and managed web portal development - magazines, dictionaries, directories, and tutorials using a mix of direct, contracted, and online jobsite developers. Setup book publishing division which has sold 200k+ books, 140+ titles, from 20+ authors worldwide. Setup and tested 34 types of distribution channels ranging from traditional wholesale to eBook rendering rights. Created a branded books program where companies can add their logos and content to Althos book. Key clients include Samsung, Global Knowledge, CWA (union), and about 10 others. Setup and managed 340+ media channels including email, web portals, blogs, discussion groups, affiliate partners, and others. Started, own, and manage 9 active Linkedin discussion groups with over 4,000 members including Internet TV Systems, TV Advertising Technologies, and others. Setup and managed exhibit booths at over 20 trade shows worldwide. Setup and manage eCommerce store that sells printed books, electronic books, and training courses. Directly sold 20k+ books to 10k+ customers via the online store. Expert consultant for Samsung, HTC, Rovi, Google, Nokia, Siemens, Qualcomm, Centurylink, and others. Discovered that a good content management system can be used to rapidly create great content at lower cost. Solved ways to get others to submit and use the content management system. Show less



iMarketing Magazine

• United States
• Book and Periodical Publishing

• Publisher and Editor

  • Jun 2009 - Oct 2013

  1500 Piney Plains Road, Suite 201, Cary, NC 27518 Founded iMarketing Magazine (Internet Marketing) to provide an unbiased and usable source of marketing information for industry professionals. Negotiated 20+ co-marketing agreements and setup as event magazine for Digital Marketing for Business trade show. Setup advertising (PPC, Display Advertising) and social media marketing campaigns and optimized media campaigns. Discovered that Internet Marketing is not easy, changes fast, and that you need a great mastermind group… Show more Founded iMarketing Magazine (Internet Marketing) to provide an unbiased and usable source of marketing information for industry professionals. Negotiated 20+ co-marketing agreements and setup as event magazine for Digital Marketing for Business trade show. Setup advertising (PPC, Display Advertising) and social media marketing campaigns and optimized media campaigns. Discovered that Internet Marketing is not easy, changes fast, and that you need a great mastermind group to keep up with the evolving industry changes. Show less



APDG

• United States
• Business Consulting and Services

• Managing Director

  • 1995 - 2002

  Managing Director of APDG, a research and book publishing business. Produced and published books, purchased publishing rights, and distributed technology books. Developed trade show distribution channel to $1M+ within 1 year. Setup and managed 100+ exhibit booths worldwide including Mexico City, London, Geneva, Rio, and Amsterdam. Obtained book production contracts from McGraw-Hill, Prentice Hall, IBM Press, Horizon House, and other publishers. Negotiated… Show more Managing Director of APDG, a research and book publishing business. Produced and published books, purchased publishing rights, and distributed technology books. Developed trade show distribution channel to $1M+ within 1 year. Setup and managed 100+ exhibit booths worldwide including Mexico City, London, Geneva, Rio, and Amsterdam. Obtained book production contracts from McGraw-Hill, Prentice Hall, IBM Press, Horizon House, and other publishers. Negotiated and sold content licensing agreements to associations, training companies, and other organizations. Negotiated and acquired Intertec book publishing division from Primedia (a fortune 1000 company). Performed industry research for key clients include Siemens, Ericsson, Casio, Samsung, Dish TV, and others. Show less



Readycom

• Morocco
• Events Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Vice President Product Development

  • 1994 - 1995

  Chapel Hill, NC Vice President of Product Development for advanced mobile text and voice messaging system. Worked with design firms and contract manufacturers to produce prototypes and production products. Created the Product Acquisition Development System (PADS) to develop, obtain, and manage the creation of new products and services. Created a rapid prototyping process that allowed the creation of a voice paging device from concept description to focus group review within 5 physical… Show more Vice President of Product Development for advanced mobile text and voice messaging system. Worked with design firms and contract manufacturers to produce prototypes and production products. Created the Product Acquisition Development System (PADS) to develop, obtain, and manage the creation of new products and services. Created a rapid prototyping process that allowed the creation of a voice paging device from concept description to focus group review within 5 physical days. Performed market and technical feasibility analysis for new product development and application areas. Setup and ran focus groups to define new products and prioritize feature mix. Show less



Ericsson

• Sweden
• Telecommunications
• 700 & Above Employee

• Manager, Product Development

  • 1992 - 1994

  Durham, NC Created and managed a core team of line organization managers to develop new product plans for PCS mobile telephones, mobile data, and wireless PBX. Implemented Ericsson's product development process PROPS (concept, feasibility, planning, development, and introduction) and created product development management processes for ISO-9000. Met with development teams at leading companies for product integration including Apple, IBM, and others. Assisted with the definition and… Show more Created and managed a core team of line organization managers to develop new product plans for PCS mobile telephones, mobile data, and wireless PBX. Implemented Ericsson's product development process PROPS (concept, feasibility, planning, development, and introduction) and created product development management processes for ISO-9000. Met with development teams at leading companies for product integration including Apple, IBM, and others. Assisted with the definition and development of the first Bluetooth system.

• Sales Engineer

  • 1991 - 1992

  Durham, NC Supported the sales team with information about new digital mobile telephone products. Was the key bridge between sales and engineering departments. Met with key clients to discover challenges and assist in sales presentations. Spoke at events including trade shows, investor conferences, and others. Provided training and support to product trainers in retail stores. Inventor for 4 patents on mobile communication.



TIA

• Egypt
• Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

• Voting Cellular Standards Representative

  • 1989 - 1992

  Hauppauge, NY Represented Toshiba and Audiovox as voting member of TIA Standards group for mobile communications (TR 45). Editor for several industry standard releases.



Audiovox

• Denmark
• Medical Equipment Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Digital Cellular Development Enginer

  • 1989 - 1991

  Oser Ave, Hauppauge, NY 11787 Liaison between digital industry standards committees, engineering at Toshiba Japan, and customers. Supported the sales staff with customers including BMW, BellSouth, Nynex, PacTel (now Airtouch), Bell Atlantic, Southwestern Bell, Bell Mobility (now Bell Canada) and others for technical and marketing issues. Was the liason between key customers, manufacturers, and industry standards groups. Created and submitted several proposals for the TIA industry standards… Show more Liaison between digital industry standards committees, engineering at Toshiba Japan, and customers. Supported the sales staff with customers including BMW, BellSouth, Nynex, PacTel (now Airtouch), Bell Atlantic, Southwestern Bell, Bell Mobility (now Bell Canada) and others for technical and marketing issues. Was the liason between key customers, manufacturers, and industry standards groups. Created and submitted several proposals for the TIA industry standards committee. Invented 1 patent on mobile communication. Show less



Test Systems Associates, Inc.

• United States
• Book and Periodical Publishing

• Test Equipment Engineer

  • 1986 - 1989

  Baltimore, Maryland Area Worked at Westinghouse to develop automated equipment test programs. Reviewed test requirements documents and created equipment and software development plans. Designed electronic equipment interfaces and created software programs in Pascal and Atlas.



US Navy

• United States
• Armed Forces
• 700 & Above Employee

• Test Equipment Laboratory Supervisor

  • 1983 - 1985

  Sima, Norfold, VA United States Setup laboratory calibration testing and repair facility and managed 12 technicians. Created test procedures. Setup technician training.

• Electronics Technician

  • 1981 - 1983

  Norfolk, Virginia Area Maintained and repaired fixed and portable radio communication systems on the aircraft carrier USS Independence. Created test alignment procedures.