My career in the technology industry dates back to 1975. I have been instrumental in building some of the best-known companies in the industry, including VisiCorp (VisiCalc the first spreadsheet), Plus Development (Hardcard) Quantum Corp. and Conner Peripherals, and was the VP/GM of Digital Equipment's PC Business Unit. Following that I served as the CEO of Fortress Technologies, an enterprise security company for wireless networks. Chairman, President and CEO of Persystent Technologies an Enterprise software company where I was a founder.More recently, I founded LSW Partners working with emerging to mid market company CEOs to help them accelerate their businesses to reach the next level of success.Specialties: Strategic & tactical planning experience, ability to turn technology into product solutions, blended finance, sales, marketing and operational experience, broad technology background but still an all around good guy with a sense of humor. I recently wrote a book titled "From Startup to Success" for all of the new entrepreneurs who call me for help.