Senior leader in technology/FTTH architectures, with the ability to lead both equipment development and qualification, and network/infrastructure design and implementation. Results oriented, with excellent problem solving skills and a track record of successful product development and integration of new technologies into networks. Have received over 30 patents, with another 10 in process.Hands on leadership style with the ability to clearly define team goals, programs, and metrics. Diverse technical knowledge supplemented with the ability to rapidly process new information. Excellent communication skills for working with technical and non-technical personnel, and experience in managing a diverse organization team including internal resources, consultants, OEM partners and contract manufacturers. KEY SKILLS· Cross Functional Leadership & Coordination· New Technology Integration· Solving Issues with Innovative Solutions· Broadband Networks & Architectures (GPON & XGS-PON)· Rapid Technical Information Assimilation· Technical Information Communication· System & Component Engineering· Customer Interaction & Technical Support· Project Management, Strategy & Execution· Resource Alignment & Optimization· Wireless, HFC & FTTx Technologies & ServicesKEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS· Led next generation R&D and product development of the RFoG product line of micro nodes, optical passives, and enclosure products growing the business by $4M over a 3-year period.· Led development of a dual mount, multi-output port plus VoIP port amplifier, growing the amplifier product line from a $2M to a >$35M business over a 3-year period.· Modelled and provided financial analyses of FTTH network architectures (centralized, distributed, &), different implementations in the outside plant (hardened, pre-con, and spliced) and impact over density and at different labor costs to provide sales support for client interactions.· Over 30 patentsADDITIONAL RELEVANT EXPERIENCESenior System Architect – Cable Access, 3com CorporationResponsible for design issues associated with the implementation of DOCSIS Cable Modem Termination Systems (CMTS) and Cable Modems (CM) in broadband distribution networks.Manager System Architecture, Ameritech New MediaManaged team responsible for the analysis of systems and components, design and implementation, and strategic direction of Ameritech’s first broadband network.I can be reached at 828-234-3619 to explore new opportunities.