William Essuman
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Prosper Tornyi
I have known and worked with William in 2019 on the Ecosystem mapping project funded by GIZ, Konrad Adenauer Stiftung and implemented by Ghana Hubs Network. He is a visionary leader with skills and character to excel in any organization. Fast forward in 2021, William became a mentor on the Mentor circle for Girls Project, a virtual initiative launched by Proswrites Foundation, the organization I founded to provide digital connection and mentorship for girls in peri-urban and rural communities in Ghana. I would recommend William for any future career advancement.
Yama Mubtaker
William took part in our Impact Ambassadors virtual training program. William is highly dedicated to social impact and is passionate about making the world a better place for all.
Harold Tobias Adu-Twum
William is an innovative leader and entrepreneur who has being successful in many ventures. My relationship with William commenced on his great leadership qualities he exhibited during his term of office as the Vice-President of Economics department, KNUST. He proved himself reliable and selfless. I have known him for the past four (4) years and but have had close relationship for two (2) years as a friend, mentor, leader and a partner. His ability to display remarkable sangfroid and his innovative ideas makes him an assert to Kings World incorporated. Not only is he innovative, he is very flexible and can acclimate to any situation. He also possess skills like writing, negotiating, public speaking and a good counsellor. William has a lot of experience with the corporate world. He has worked and interned with renowned local and international organizations. This has made him built a long chain of great connections. With the qualities and skills possess , I recommend William him to any institution he intends joining on his academic and career trajectory.
Prosper Tornyi
I have known and worked with William in 2019 on the Ecosystem mapping project funded by GIZ, Konrad Adenauer Stiftung and implemented by Ghana Hubs Network. He is a visionary leader with skills and character to excel in any organization. Fast forward in 2021, William became a mentor on the Mentor circle for Girls Project, a virtual initiative launched by Proswrites Foundation, the organization I founded to provide digital connection and mentorship for girls in peri-urban and rural communities in Ghana. I would recommend William for any future career advancement.
Yama Mubtaker
William took part in our Impact Ambassadors virtual training program. William is highly dedicated to social impact and is passionate about making the world a better place for all.
Harold Tobias Adu-Twum
William is an innovative leader and entrepreneur who has being successful in many ventures. My relationship with William commenced on his great leadership qualities he exhibited during his term of office as the Vice-President of Economics department, KNUST. He proved himself reliable and selfless. I have known him for the past four (4) years and but have had close relationship for two (2) years as a friend, mentor, leader and a partner. His ability to display remarkable sangfroid and his innovative ideas makes him an assert to Kings World incorporated. Not only is he innovative, he is very flexible and can acclimate to any situation. He also possess skills like writing, negotiating, public speaking and a good counsellor. William has a lot of experience with the corporate world. He has worked and interned with renowned local and international organizations. This has made him built a long chain of great connections. With the qualities and skills possess , I recommend William him to any institution he intends joining on his academic and career trajectory.
Prosper Tornyi
I have known and worked with William in 2019 on the Ecosystem mapping project funded by GIZ, Konrad Adenauer Stiftung and implemented by Ghana Hubs Network. He is a visionary leader with skills and character to excel in any organization. Fast forward in 2021, William became a mentor on the Mentor circle for Girls Project, a virtual initiative launched by Proswrites Foundation, the organization I founded to provide digital connection and mentorship for girls in peri-urban and rural communities in Ghana. I would recommend William for any future career advancement.
Yama Mubtaker
William took part in our Impact Ambassadors virtual training program. William is highly dedicated to social impact and is passionate about making the world a better place for all.
Harold Tobias Adu-Twum
William is an innovative leader and entrepreneur who has being successful in many ventures. My relationship with William commenced on his great leadership qualities he exhibited during his term of office as the Vice-President of Economics department, KNUST. He proved himself reliable and selfless. I have known him for the past four (4) years and but have had close relationship for two (2) years as a friend, mentor, leader and a partner. His ability to display remarkable sangfroid and his innovative ideas makes him an assert to Kings World incorporated. Not only is he innovative, he is very flexible and can acclimate to any situation. He also possess skills like writing, negotiating, public speaking and a good counsellor. William has a lot of experience with the corporate world. He has worked and interned with renowned local and international organizations. This has made him built a long chain of great connections. With the qualities and skills possess , I recommend William him to any institution he intends joining on his academic and career trajectory.
Prosper Tornyi
I have known and worked with William in 2019 on the Ecosystem mapping project funded by GIZ, Konrad Adenauer Stiftung and implemented by Ghana Hubs Network. He is a visionary leader with skills and character to excel in any organization. Fast forward in 2021, William became a mentor on the Mentor circle for Girls Project, a virtual initiative launched by Proswrites Foundation, the organization I founded to provide digital connection and mentorship for girls in peri-urban and rural communities in Ghana. I would recommend William for any future career advancement.
Yama Mubtaker
William took part in our Impact Ambassadors virtual training program. William is highly dedicated to social impact and is passionate about making the world a better place for all.
Harold Tobias Adu-Twum
William is an innovative leader and entrepreneur who has being successful in many ventures. My relationship with William commenced on his great leadership qualities he exhibited during his term of office as the Vice-President of Economics department, KNUST. He proved himself reliable and selfless. I have known him for the past four (4) years and but have had close relationship for two (2) years as a friend, mentor, leader and a partner. His ability to display remarkable sangfroid and his innovative ideas makes him an assert to Kings World incorporated. Not only is he innovative, he is very flexible and can acclimate to any situation. He also possess skills like writing, negotiating, public speaking and a good counsellor. William has a lot of experience with the corporate world. He has worked and interned with renowned local and international organizations. This has made him built a long chain of great connections. With the qualities and skills possess , I recommend William him to any institution he intends joining on his academic and career trajectory.
Credentials
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Accounting Foundamentals
Corporate Finance Institute® (CFI)Jul, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
Global Entrepreneurship and Innovation Virtual bootcamp
Thunderbird School of Global ManagementApr, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
Critical Thinking
LinkedInMay, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
Excel: Economic Analysis and Data Analytics
LinkedInMay, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
Project Management Foundations: Communication
LinkedInMay, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
Social Media Marketing with Facebook and Twitter
LinkedInMay, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
Advanced Microsoft Excel
365 Data ScienceApr, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
Intro to Data and Data Science
365 Data ScienceApr, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
Introduction to Microsoft Excel
365 Data ScienceApr, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
Probability
365 Data ScienceApr, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
Professional Ethics
Corporate Finance Institute® (CFI)
Experience
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Ghana Chamber of Young Entrepreneurs
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Ghana
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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GCYE Student Entrepreneurs Program Coordinator
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Dec 2022 - Present
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Peadato Limited Comapany
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Ghana
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Consulting Services
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Jan 2022 - Present
1. Develop subsidiary strategic plan that supports the company's overall strategy and goals2. Identify and pursue new business opportunities to expand the subsidiary's client base3. Build and maintain strong relationships with both external and internal stakeholders4. Oversee the delivery of consulting services, ensuring they are delivered on-time, on-budget, and to the required quality standards5. Manage strong team of consultants, providing leadership, coaching, and mentoring to ensure they are motivated and engaged6. Work with the executive team to develop and implement marketing and sales strategies to promote the subsidiary's services and grow its client base7. Ensure the subsidiary complies with all relevant regulations and legal requirements8. Provide regular reports to the executive team on the subsidiary's performance and progress against targets9. Participate in industry events and conferences to promote the subsidiary's services and raise its profile Show less
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Head of Business Consulting
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Dec 2021 - Jan 2022
1. Determine, develop and deliver innovative strategies and tools to target new and current clients.2.Initiate and center team efforts to gather, analyze and interpret data and formulate recommendations and conclusions.3. Ensure resources leverage by coordinating with staff scheduling and project planning.4. Develop solutions for complex client situations to ensure the meeting of goals and objectivesand deliver results on time.
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The HER Research Lab
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Ghana
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Research Services
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Co-Founder - Lab Manager
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Jun 2020 - Present
The HER research lab brings together seasoned and upcoming economists for collaborative work. Abreast with contemporary state-of-the-art economics research. The research cynosure trains and provides useful economics resources (on economic theory, math, data analysis, etc) for upcoming economists (particularly, graduate students and those interested in economics research). We offer research and teaching services including but not limited to economics. The HER Research Lab's vision is to Training the next generation of renowned researchers. Show less
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African Youth Leadership Summit
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Moldova
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Civic and Social Organizations
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African Youth Leaders Summit Ambassador
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May 2022 - Present
AYLS brings a diverse group of young delegates from the whole continent together with distinguished experts, innovators, and leaders in the public, private, and non-profit sectors for a journey of collective exploration, reflection, and networking. AYLS aims to Create a common space for intergenerational dialogue and knowledge sharing by exposing local, national, and Global Challenges through effective Leadership training, which enables our participants to make informed decisions about their careers and to foster connections Among courageous and compassionate youth and competent leaders. ALYS is the principal component of building Knowledge and helping create determined Show less
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Impact Ambassadors
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Environmental Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Lead Student Ambassador, Ghana
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Jun 2020 - Present
The Impact Ambassadors program is an initiative for grooming leaders for impact in the world. few responsibilities performed include: 1. Train over 500 Senior High School students on a career path, writing and leadership. 2. Attend mentorship training for personal development 3. Recruit other impact ambassadors into the program from a different region in Ghana 4. Read on SDGs and write a thorough report to the project lead for evaluation. The Impact Ambassadors program is an initiative for grooming leaders for impact in the world. few responsibilities performed include: 1. Train over 500 Senior High School students on a career path, writing and leadership. 2. Attend mentorship training for personal development 3. Recruit other impact ambassadors into the program from a different region in Ghana 4. Read on SDGs and write a thorough report to the project lead for evaluation.
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USAID
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United States
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International Affairs
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700 & Above Employee
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YouthLead Changemaker
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Jun 2020 - Present
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St. Paul's Roman Catholic Church
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Religious Institutions
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Youth Lectors President
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Jan 2021 - Present
We promote Christian values among the Youth. We promote Christian values among the Youth.
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Kings World Incorporated
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Ghana
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Managing Director
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Oct 2019 - Dec 2022
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Community Engagement Manager
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Jan 2019 - Oct 2022
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National Commission for Civic Education
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Education Administration Programs
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100 - 200 Employee
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Programme and Administrative Assistant
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Sep 2020 - Nov 2021
We promote and sustain democracy and inculcate in the Ghanaian citizenry, the awareness of their rights and obligations, through civic education. 1. Create awareness of the principles and objectives of the constitution as the fundamental law of the people of Ghana 2. Educate and encourage the public to defend the constitution at all times, against any form of abuse or violation. 3. Assist in the day to day administration of the commission and have public education on the current happening in the country. 4. Assist in writing program and administrative department reports. 5. Attending meetings on behalf of the director to make a presentation on different topics of interest from stakeholders. Show less
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Ghana Statistical Service
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Ghana
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Government Administration
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300 - 400 Employee
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2021 Population & Housing Census Field Supervisor
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Jun 2021 - Sep 2021
Population and Housing Census is a counting of the total number of people in the nation at a specific time. The exercise takes place every 10years and this time a field supervisor, i performed this responsibility; 1. Retrain four enumerators to chalk about Seven hundred structures and enumerate about One thousand persons within my supervision area. 2. Encourage and empower my enumerators on how to handle difficult respondents. 3. Create awareness of the 2021PHC in churches, mosques and door-to-door with the help of opinion leaders and information centers within the Ayigya Zongo-Kumasi community. Show less
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Head Of Sponsorship
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Jan 2021 - Jul 2021
Seeking sponsorship for the Association to undertake its project impacting the personnel. Seeking sponsorship for the Association to undertake its project impacting the personnel.
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Kwame Nkrumah' University of Science and Technology, Kumasi
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Ghana
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Research
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700 & Above Employee
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Peer Counselor, KNUST Counselling Centre
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May 2019 - Jul 2021
Peer counselling and public educationar at Focus Fm 94.3
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Economics Student Association, Vice President, Economics Department
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May 2018 - Feb 2020
During my turner of offices i was able to; 1. Assisting in paying part of 12 undergraduate student schools ( Level 100 - 3; Level 200 - 3; Level 300 - 3 & Level 400 - 3 ) 2. I led a team to win a debate competition between the KNUST Economics student Association and Economics Student Association Central University which was held in Accra Central University SRC conference room.3. Attending meetings with General Secretary at Faculty and College level.
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UTOPIA TECH PTY LTD
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Australia
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Human Resource Executive
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Apr 2021 - Jun 2021
• Recruitment • Documenting all required information into the company's cloud database • Training Team members virtually • Legal and compliances • updating a weekly detailed report regulary • Recruitment • Documenting all required information into the company's cloud database • Training Team members virtually • Legal and compliances • updating a weekly detailed report regulary
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World Literacy Foundation
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Australia
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Ambassador, Representing Ghana
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Jun 2020 - Oct 2020
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Global Startup Ecosystem
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United States
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International Trade and Development
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1 - 100 Employee
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Research & Outreach Intern
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May 2020 - Jul 2020
Research Fellow at Global Startup Ecosystem Research Fellow at Global Startup Ecosystem
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Konrad Adenauer Stiftung
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Germany
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Political Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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Project and Administrative Associate
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May 2019 - Sep 2019
Administrative assistant Main responsibilities include; 1. Assisting in day-to-day administrative works and filing of documents 2. Evaluating, conceptualizing and reviewing of project budget and final report 3. Attending conferences/workshops in Ghana and writing reports 4. Assisting in organizing KAS scholars’ programs on personal development and leadership skills 5. Engaging project partners in sponsorship document reviewing and making recommendations to the country director. Show less
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Zenith Bank (Ghana) Limited
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Ghana
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Financial Services
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200 - 300 Employee
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Customer Service Representative
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Jun 2017 - Aug 2017
Demonstrated excellent, listening and verbal communication skills in: • Provided advice on the purchase of Zenith Ghana LTD goods or services. • Received and resolved the queries and complaints of over 5,000 Zenith customers satisfactorily • Logged all customer complaints correctly • Interacted and managed customers with different temperaments • Demonstrated a quality-oriented personality • Exhibit a great multitasking skill, to offer MyCustomers that “Wow!” experience Show less
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Education
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Thunderbird School of Global Management
Executive Education - Global Entrepreneurship and Innovation Virtual Bootcamp, Grade: Equivalent to MBA -
Padmashree Dr D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth
Online Master of Business Administration - MBA, Project Management -
Kwame Nkrumah' University of Science and Technology, Kumasi
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WorldQuant University
Data Science Lab, Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician