Tekmark Creates Business Development Advisory Board; Innovative Approach Leverages Industry Leadership.EDISON, N.J. -- Tekmark Global Solutions LLC (Logical Link Control) See "LANs" under data link protocol. LLC - Logical Link Control , one of the largest privately held providers of information technology, communications and consulting services, today announced the creation of a business development advisory board consisting of eight senior executives drawn from the communications and information technology industry. Guy Del Grande, president and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of Tekmark, commented, "We launched this initiative to create and implement an effective and coordinated approach aimed at optimizing Tekmark's global business assets. The Advisory Board serves as a round-table for sharing ideas and strategies and as a forum for cultivating opportunities and successes. Our members, all of whom bring unique experiences and resources to Tekmark, will assist us in expanding our position in the marketplace." The Advisory Board will also counsel Tekmark's Executive Committee in many areas including strategic direction, customer prospects, and new service offerings. The goal of the Advisory Board is to leverage the information, advice, and influence of its members to grow Tekmark to the next level. Members of the Tekmark Advisory Board include: Stephen G. Chappell Steve Chappell has over 35 years of experience in the telecommunications industry, most recently as president of Telcordia Technologies' Operations and Network Systems Group where he managed the OSS Oss (ôs), city (1994 pop. 62,141), North Brabant prov., S Netherlands; chartered 1399. It is a significant industrial center. Manufactures include meat products, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, electrical equipment, and metalware. , Intelligent Network, and Common Language product lines. Previously, Steve served as a vice president for Lucent Technologies where he was responsible for Network Operations Systems, Operations Systems for Wireless Networks, the Saudi TEP-6 OSS Projects, and Commercial Applications and Billing Systems. At Bell Labs, he helped commercialize UNIX UNIX Operating system for digital computers, developed by Ken Thompson of Bell Laboratories in 1969. It was initially designed for a single user (the name was a pun on the earlier operating system Multics). and the C++ programming language. Steve is the co-founder of "The Stars Challenge," a non-profit organization designed to encourage children to pursue their interests in science and technology that is hosted by Monmouth University. Dr. Carl L. Figliola Dr. Figliola brings 35 years of experience in government and public affairs to his role as president of his own government relations consulting firm. He is a consultant for IT companies, hospitals, universities, museums and Fortune 100 companies. Previously, he held numerous positions at Long Island University's C.W. Post campus where he developed the Masters of Public Administration program, leading it through the accreditation process of the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration The National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration (NASPAA) is a Washington, D.C. non-profit organization that exists to:
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By its nature, public relations is devoted to serving particular interests by presenting them to the public in the most , branding, internal and external communications and consulting. As its second-generation leader, Rick has been with the firm for 25 years. Rick has developed and implemented strategic plans for the American and Australian Bicentennials, the French Bicentenary bi·cen·ten·a·ry n. pl. bi·cen·ten·a·ries See bicentennial. bi  cen·ten , Nikon, Cendant, the New York Cotton Exchange New York Cotton Exchange (NYCE)Commodities exchange in New York trading futures and options on cotton, frozen concentrated orange juice, and potatoes, as well as interest rate, currency, and index futures and options. , International Securities Exchange, Tudor Investments and Bertelsmann, among many other clients. He serves on numerous boards including the Board of Overseers of Seton Hall University's John C. Whitehead School of Diplomacy and International Relations The John C. Whitehead School of Diplomacy and International Relations, or simply the Whitehead School, is a post-secondary degree-granting institution concentrating in international affairs within Seton Hall University in South Orange, New Jersey. ; The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey is an independent, professional theatre company located on the Drew University campus. One of the leading Shakespeare theatres in the nation — serving 100,000 adults and children annually — it is New Jersey's only professional and New Eyes for the Needy. Linda C. Manchester Linda Manchester is president and founder of Essential Solutions, LLC, an offer development and consulting firm that helps businesses and organizations optimize technology for operational excellence and expense reduction. She has over 20 years of technology experience in the telecom industry. Linda was a member of Lucent Technologies' Senior Leadership Team that defined and successfully implemented the company's turn-around to profitability. Most recently, Linda served as the Global Product Management vice president of Lucent's Access Business where she set strategic direction for each of the three Access Business product portfolios: Broadband DSL DSL in full Digital Subscriber Line Broadband digital communications connection that operates over standard copper telephone wires. It requires a DSL modem, which splits transmissions into two frequency bands: the lower frequencies for voice (ordinary , IP Line Access Gateway, and the Next Generation Multi-Services Access Platform. Linda was also a vice president of sales for Lucent's Network Operations Software Business. Prior to joining Lucent, she held various R&D, product management, marketing, and business management positions with AT&T Bell Laboratories. Douglas J. Mello Doug Mello is president and founder of DJM DJM Dick James Music (record label) DJM Distributed Job Manager (ACL) DJM Diffuse Jammer Multi-path DJM Director Joint Staff Memorandum Advisory Services advisory services advisory services provided to the public, in their capacity as owners and managers of animals, are an important part of veterinary science. They may be provided by government bureaux, by commercial companies who deal in pharmaceuticals or animals or animal ; a telecommunications advisory services firm that focuses on helping CEOs execute successful sales initiatives. Doug is a seasoned business leader in sales, marketing and operations in the telecommunications industry with more than 40 years of experience. He has held numerous positions at NYNEX NYNEX New York-New England & X for the Unknown (Telephone Company) NYNEX New York Network Exchange , from Chairman, president and CEO of NYNEX Business Information Systems to VP, Sales of NYNEX Corporation. He was president, Large Business Sales of Bell Atlantic Corporation and, as a member of the leadership teams of NYNEX and Bell Atlantic, he was instrumental in the formation of NYNEX, and then NYNEX's merger with Bell Atlantic. Doug serves on numerous boards including USA Datanet, Orbit IQ and Straitshot Communications. Kathleen A. Perone Kathleen Perone, a seasoned business professional with 30 years of experience, is president and founder of XLNT XLNT Excellent Technologies, a management advisory and consulting service. The firm provides targeted due diligence Research; analysis; your homework. This term has caught on in all industries, because it sounds so "wired." Who would want to do analysis or research when they can do due diligence. See wired. reviews, organizational and process analysis, sales and marketing strategies, and high level execution strategies for telecom and technology companies. Previously, Kathleen was president and CEO of WestCom, Inc., a leading provider of specialized private line services for the financial trading community. Before joining WestCom, she was President and CEO of Focal Communications, Inc. and President of Level 3's North American North American named after North America. North American blastomycosis see North American blastomycosis. North American cattle tick see boophilusannulatus. Operating Company. Kathleen was among the early pioneers in the competitive local access business created by MFS MFS Medicare fee schedule Communications. She has served on numerous boards and is currently a member of the Board of Directors of Infocrossing, Inc. Janice L. Scites Jan Scites has over 30 years of experience in the technical, legal and business management fields across several industries. She is currently president and founder of Scites Associates, which works with companies in all stages, from start-up to Fortune 500, to improve bottom-line results. Prior to founding Scites Associates, she was a vice president of AT&T, responsible for developing an Internet implementation strategy as well as positioning Internet/Intranet services for AT&T employees. Jan was influential in the implementation of AT&T's broadband strategy. Jan is an attorney and a member of the American, Connecticut and New Jersey Bar Associations. She serves on numerous boards including the Board of Directors for Overseas Military Sales Corp, Central Vermont Public Service Corporation, and Home Service Solutions. Terence L. Seese Terry Seese has over 25 years experience in the telecommunications industry. Currently, he is the managing lead for a Communications Industry Advisor Council. This group of executives and luminaries across the industry provides business, market and technology guidance and support on issues critical to network service providers, telecom equipment manufacturers, and alliance partners in North America, Europe and Asia. Previously, he was corporate vice president, Customer Management for Lucent Technologies' Wireline business. He has held numerous management positions with AT&T and Bell Laboratories and served as Assistant Vice president of Bell Labs, supporting operations and R&D in Switching, Access, Network Planning and Communications Software. Terry currently serves on several academic councils, including Penn State University and the Monmouth University School of Science and Engineering The School of Science and Engineering at the Yvonne A. Ewell Townview Magnet Center (known as the Science and Engineering Magnet or SEM) is located at the Yvonne A. . About Tekmark Global Solutions Tekmark Global Solutions, one of the largest privately held IT companies in the United States, provides information technology, telephony services and business solutions to a broad range of Fortune 100 and 500 companies. For over 25 years, Tekmark has been serving clients in the financial services, telecommunications, technology, insurance, health care, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, and electronics industries. Tekmark's expertise lies in developing and integrating information systems, operating and improving technology and business processes, and helping clients evolve to the next generation of technology. For more information, please visit www.tekmarkinc.com. |
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