The Cloud and The Grand Canyon State: Hybrid IT, Data Centers and AZ's Economic Impact
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Release Date: 02/07/2022
Improving the lives of patients with brain tumors…Matthew of GT Medical Technology
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About the Company: For decades, clinicians have sought better treatment options for patients with brain tumors that would effectively target tumor cells while preserving eloquent tissue. Driven to overcome the limitations of current treatments and raise the standard of care, a group of brain tumor specialists joined forces to address this critical, unmet need. Together with medical device experts, they developed GammaTile Therapy, Surgically Targeted Radiation Therapy (STaRT) for recurrent intracranial neoplasms. About Matthew Likens: Mr. Likens is an accomplished leader in the...
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The Cloud and The Grand Canyon State: Hybrid IT, Data Centers and AZ's Economic Impact
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James (Jim) Buie, the President of Involta, oversees all day-to-day operations and has been a driving force in accelerating Involta’s growth trajectory throughout the country. Jim has built cohesive operations and a sales and marketing culture that models his motivation and enthusiasm for the business. Initially joining Involta in 2016 as Chief Financial Officer, Jim has steadily taken on more responsibility, helping the company to profitably grow while expanding nationally. Prior to joining Involta, Jim held executive roles at ViaWest, Comcast and AT&T. During his tenure, ViaWest became...
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Service is Key to a Successful Company
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Linda Drake Interviews Craig Jackman, President/Co-Founder of Paragon IT Professionals. Craig founded the company with his brother, Joel, in 1997 in Des Moines, IA. As a staffing firm focused solely on IT, the two were determined to be more than a service provider and were committed to providing exceptional service with consistency and authenticity. With a strong foundation and a lot of hard work, the company established the Paragon Proven...
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Unraveling CMMC: Insights for Aerospace and Manufacturing DoD Subcontractors
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Over the last 20 years, Karl Bickmore has honed his ability to successfully lead and grow his IT Consulting business while becoming a well-respected thought leader in the industry. As CEO of Snap Tech IT, Karl continuously provides insights into operational improvement for IT companies & regularly speaks at cybersecurity management & international conferences while finding time to contribute to industry publications. Karl is the Co-President of Partner Advisory Council for Sophos, Advisory Council Member...
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Linda talks with Roger of Apex Systems the Necessities of Strategic Assessments
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Roger is the Chief Technology Officer and a Vice President within Apex Consulting Services responsible for all solutions and serving all industries. His focus is growing and evolving the Apex solutions portfolio including thought leadership, people, technologies, capabilities, experiences, processes and artifacts needed to help position Apex to lead our clients yet still be close enough to listen and understand their needs. He also helps apply these technology solutions to industry specific problems...
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Linda talks with Doug about FreeFall Aerospace's New Revolutionary Antenna Technology
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Doug Stetson is the CEO of FreeFall Aerospace developing innovative antenna technology for satellite communications. Before founding FreeFall, Doug spent 30 years at the NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory having lead roles in systems engineering and mission design for Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn missions. Doug holds a B.S. in Physics and M.S. in Aeronautics and Astronautics...
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Learn About the Dynamic Growth of this Local AZ Company with Elizabeth Oviedo, CEO of Symmetry Software
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Elizabeth began her career at Symmetry Software in 2012 as the sole Marketing Director and, over the past five years, as the Chief Strategy Officer. Since joining the company, Elizabeth has spearheaded major strategy and technology shifts across its software products and services portfolio. During her most recent tenure as CSO, Elizabeth led the company to its most rapid growth in new business and product development. In 2020, Symmetry launched an API of its popular Symmetry Payroll Forms application...
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Collaboration is What Drives the Growth of Tech Parks Arizona says Carol Stewart
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Tech Parks Arizona creates the “Interactive Ground” that generates, attracts and retains technology companies and talent in alignment with the research, mission and goals of the University of Arizona. Tech Parks Arizona directs the UA Tech Park, the UA Tech Park at The Bridges and the University of Arizona Center for Innovation, placing the highest priority on recruiting companies desiring connectivity to the University of Arizona.
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How to Protect Your Employees During Uncertain Times with Howard Stewart, CEO of AGM
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Born in Hollywood, California, Howard is the youngest of three children and the only son of Joyce and Roger Stewart, AGM's Founders. His parents moved the family to Tucson in 1970 to start AGM. Howard started working at AGM in 1971, during his teenage years. In 1981, he received his Bachelors in Political Science from Principia College in Elsah, Illinois. He then interned for the Christian Science Monitor in Boston before joining the Peace Corps in Kenya. Thereafter, he became a stockbroker for...
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A new marketing perspective on the path forward for businesses by Joshua Kanter
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Headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, Encora is an established leader in outsourced product development services that specializes in innovation acceleration for leading-edge technology companies. With over 4,000 associates in 20+ offices and innovation labs across U.S., Mexico, Central & South America, India, and Asia Pacific, Encora’s global talent pool, industry expertise and proprietary agile engineering capabilities enable clients to improve their speed to impact.
info_outlineJames (Jim) Buie, the President of Involta, oversees all day-to-day operations and has been a driving force in accelerating Involta’s growth trajectory throughout the country. Jim has built cohesive operations and a sales and marketing culture that models his motivation and enthusiasm for the business. Initially joining Involta in 2016 as Chief Financial Officer, Jim has steadily taken on more responsibility, helping the company to profitably grow while expanding nationally.
Prior to joining Involta, Jim held executive roles at ViaWest, Comcast and AT&T. During his tenure, ViaWest became one of the largest privately-held data center infrastructure, cloud and managed IT providers in North America. At both Comcast and AT&T, Jim has been praised for his role in the successful launch and similar growth of new services.
Jim serves on the board of Sun Corridor, the economic development leader in Southern Arizona, helping drive business investment and job creation in the region. He also stays active in numerous other industry and regional technology organizations focused on developing the technology workforce, deepening tech community relationships, and driving public policy to protect innovation. Jim is a graduate of the Florida State University and earned a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of Colorado.
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