Accomplished business professional proven ability handling the demanding information technology needs for large, complex organizations spanning multiple industries nationwide. Richard has anadvanced degree in business and continues to build social connections by remaining active in the community through business and non-profit organizations.Background:Richard's character and style of management is heavily influenced by high standards seen in many accounting firms, efficiency at Disney, the global vision behind Hilton Corp., and many small-business entrepreneurs.With hands-on computer experience throughout the 1980s, which lead to Novell Certification in 1994 on the popular Novell Netware v3.12 software, Richard jumped into the dot-com very early. That was followed by multiple years of professional experience consulting in the hotel, hospital, construction, real estate, accounting, legal, restaurant and manufacturing industries as the demand for information systems & technology increased. Both skills and experience were further enhanced training adults of all ages and backgrounds (including the visually impaired) on how to use computers professionally in the work environment.