Key People Directory

Anand Kochhar, BE -Electronics

Senior Manager- Network & Services Engineering, Tata Communications

Keyword Tags: Telepresence, Video conferencing (HD), Firewall Traversal solutions consultancy, Streaming and Recording solutions consultancy

The global reach and industry expertise of Tata Communications drives and delivers a new world of communications. The company leverages its Tata Global Network, vertical intelligence and leadership in emerging markets to deliver value-driven, globally managed solutions.

Howard S. Lichtman

President, Human Productivity Lab

Keyword Tags: Telepresence, visual collaboration, videoconferencing, productivity, networking

Productivity-focused technologist and consultant with specialties in Telepresence and Visual Collaboration with a focus on organizational productivity. Publisher of Telepresence Options, the #1 destination on the internet for information on telepresence.

Scott C. Wilcoxen, M.B.A.

TelePresence Business Development Manager, Cisco Systems

Keyword Tags: telepresence, telepresence managed services, managed services, immersive rooms, collaboration, pervasive video, global enterprise, business development, B2B, Cisco

Conferencing and Collaboration business development manager with 10 years experience in information technology, international product development, management, sales, and responsibility for telepresence business development for Cisco's top 30 global enterprise customers.

Aaron M. Udler, CTS

Exhibit Sales Manager, InfoComm International

Keyword Tags: Telepresence, Video Conferencing, Trade Show, Web Conferencing, Audio Conferencing, Web Communications

InfoComm is the largest, most comprehensive event in the pro-AV industry. At InfoComm tradeshows, you'll find every technology solution required to build critical AV and information communications systems including Conferencing and Telepresence products and services.

Bryan Hellard

Owner, Hellard Design

Keyword Tags: telepresence, video conferencing, design, video communication, custom, CAD

Hellard Design is a custom video/telepresence system design firm.

Bob McCandless

CEO, BrightCom

Keyword Tags: telepresence, video conferencing, enterprise communications, collaboration, integrated conferencing, data conferencing, audio conferencing, telecommunications

Bob has founded several companies as CEO including BrightCom, leader in integrated video conferencing and telepresence. Bob is a regular speaker at Industry events including The Collaborative Technologies Conference and InfoComm. Currently, Bob is motivating a revolution in the future of telepresence with his research into three-dimensional immersive telepresence environments.

Doron Youngerwood

Marketing Manager - Converged Communications, Dimension Data

Keyword Tags: Video Conferencing, Telepresence, Visual Communications, Collaboration, Unified Communications, VaaS, Managed Services, Conferencing, Videoconferencing, Cloud Video

Dimension Data was awarded Cisco EMEAR 2011 Collaboration Partner of the Year. Dimension Data's vast experience with networking and communications technologies reveals that Video Conferencing and Telepresence needs to be easy and effective at four critical stages; point of purchase, deployment, ongoing management, and finally usage and adoption.

Michael J. Werch

President and CEO, Video Guidance

Keyword Tags: Videoconferencing, Telepresence, Visual Communications, Streaming Services, Video Bridging, MeetMe Conferencing Services, 7x24 Customer Support, Webconferencing, Audioconferencing, Audio Visual Integration

Michael is the President and Founder of Minneapolis based Video Guidance. VG provides "best of breed" video, voice, web and streaming products and services, 7 x 24 customer support, application development, specialized training and ROI analysis.

Brooks M. Bailey

Business Development Manager, IVCi, LLC

Keyword Tags: video conferencing, telepresence, bridging multipoint, av integration, polycom, tandberg, consulting, IP Video, streaming, cotent delivery

IVCi, a world leader in providing managed solutions for today’s conferencing and collaboration technologies. One of only two Platinum Certified Resellers and Service Providers for both Polycom and TANDBERG conferencing systems in the world. “Inc 500” list of the nation’s fastest-growing privately-held companies for 2001, 2002, 2003 and 2004.

Debra A. Hill

Applications Solutions- Telepresence, AT&T

Keyword Tags: high definition video conferencing, telepresence, Federal

High Definition Video Conferencing

Joe Laezza

President and CEO, Glowpoint, Inc

Keyword Tags: Video Conferencing, Telepresence, Video Collaboration, Event Management, Managed Services, Bridging, Broadcast Video Solutions, Video Conferencing Solutions, Conferencing, Video Call Center

Glowpoint is a global managed service provider, specializing in video conferencing and telepresence applications. Our managed services are proven best in class and available for branding and wholesale engagements and provide access to global cloud based infrastructure and B2B exchange.

Greg Bollaro

Executive Recruiter, Abraham & London Ltd.

Keyword Tags: Video Conferencing, Collaboration, Telepresence, Audio Conferencing, Rich Media, Streaming video, Sales, Marketing, Recruiter, open jobs

Abraham & London has been successfully bringing top producing sales, marketing and technical support professionals to Video Conferencing & Collaboration, Streaming Media & Network Services companies since 1985.

Adrian D. Studd

Unified Communications Business Manager, Avnet Technology Services

Keyword Tags: Tandberg, Cisco, Telepresence, Video Conferencing, Unified Communications, Audio Codes, Shoretel, Xrio, Agito

Avnet are the UK Channel Development Partner for Cisco Telepresence technology and have a strong UC proposition for UK Resellers to leverage.

Bill Drucis

Regional Sales Manager, LifeSize Communications

Keyword Tags: high definintion, videoconferencing, telepresence, conferencing, audio conferencing, multipoint conferencing, conferencing services, data collaboration, remote meetings, global conferencing

LifeSize provides the highest quality, next generation video communications systems available on the market. LifeSize systems are not only capable of high definition at low bandwidth but also better quality at bandwidths lower than 1Mbps.

Fred Thimme

Sales Engineer, Vidyo, Inc.

Keyword Tags: videoconferencing, webcasting, telepresence, sales engineer

Randy Bonham

VP, Stratgeic Accounts, AVI-SPL

Keyword Tags: Interoperability, Video Conferencing, Telepresence, Enterprise, Audio Visual, Integration, International

At AVI-SPL, we are experts in applying the industry's most advanced audio video technologies. We translate this expertise into value for our clients through our custom systems integration solutions, equipment sales and services nationwide. AVI-SPL stands strong as the largest global integrator in the audio video industry.

Gary McGuire Sr., USN Retired

Director Federal Systems Group, RADVISION Inc.

Keyword Tags: Video Conferencing, Unified Communications, Telepresence, Desktop Video Conferencing, Mobile Conferencing Solutions, Government Collaboration Solutions, Enterprise Conferencing, Audio and Data Collaboration, Unified Communications Integration, Video Network Management Solutions

US Navy Retired - Twenty years of end-to-end software, hardware and professional service sales including standards-based collaborative communication solutions for both one-on-one and multi-point group services, over intranets, virtual private networks (VPN), secure military mobile units and the open Internet.

David J. Lemperle, C.T.S. & C.V.E.

Vice President of Sales - Service, IVCI, LLC.

Keyword Tags: Telemedicine, Telehealth, Telepresence, Medical, Videoconferencing, Audio Visual, Managed Conference Services, Collaboration

Whether your organization is looking for an HD video conferencing system, state-of-the-art telepresence technology, an integrated audio visual solution, managed conferencing services or a combination of the above IVCi is your one-stop shop for all of your organization's conferencing requirements.

Stephen Slayter

Sr. Marketing Manager, BT Conferencing

Keyword Tags: Video Conferencing, Audio Conferencing, Web Conferencing, Telepresence, HD Video, Unified Communication, Collaboration, Managed Services

BT Conferencing helps you deliver the promise of video collaboration solutions through our managed services offering that includes scheduling support, in-call help desk, service delivery, vendor management and more. BT Conferencing helps you work together to get it done via HD Video, Telepresence, audio and web solutions. www.btconferencing.com

Tom Morgan

CEO, eVideo Communications

Keyword Tags: video conferencing, video bridging, videoconferencing, telepresence, LifeSize video, video conference equipment, Polycom video, HD video conference, teleconferencing, multipoint meeting

eVideo, Australia’s premier distributor of Video and Audio conferencing technology provide sales, service and support throughout Australia. eVideo’s range of products include HD video solutions, audio conference systems, network technology for ISDN/IP, Crestron boardroom integration with telepresence solutions, network design together with room hire and bridging services.

Helmut M. Fahr

Consultant for Video Conferencing, FAHR TELECOMMUNICATION

Keyword Tags: Polycom, Sony, LifeSize, Telepresence, Consultant, Codian, Conference, Yamaha, Radvision, VoIP

Consultant and Integrator for Video Conferencing and VoIP with experience more than 10 Years.

Aaron McCormack

CEO, BT Conferencing

Keyword Tags: Collaboration, Unified Communications, Web Conferencing, Telepresence, Enterprise Solutions, Messaging, Conferencing

BT Conferencing offers a complete conferencing portfolio, encompassing a wide range of audio, video and web conferencing solutions, along with product hardware. Outstanding return on investment is ensured by a strategic focus on developing key applications in the conferencing market bringing increased competitiveness through the deployment of cutting edge technology.

Lou Chiorazzi

Technology Executive, NYC

Keyword Tags: IP Video Conferencing, IP Video, IP Conferencing, Telepresence, Video Conferencing, QoS, Network Expertise, Video Expertise, Telecommunications, conferencing

Responsible Manage all facets of the Engineering Lifecycle for an IP Video Service Provider including managing the Sustaning Engineering, R&D, Application Development, Pre-Sales System Engineering, and Professional Services organizations.

Stephen M. Gill

VP Sales US, Magor Communications Corporation

Keyword Tags: HD, Video Conferencing, Telecollaboration, collaboration, Telepresence, High Definition Video, 1080p, video, Tandberg, Polycom

Magor TeleCollaboration enables natural and spontaneous communications and advanced collaboration in 1080p resolution video without burdening the network or increasing IT costs. Magor TeleCollaboration meets the growing, but underserved, business need for HD video conferencing with advanced collaboration in meeting room and individual office environments.

Mikhail Lazarev, MBA

Unified Communications Manager, The Aerospace Corporation

Keyword Tags: unified communications, conferencing, telecommunications, video conferencing", telepresence, web collaboration, messaging, infrastructure, it director

Extensive experience creating and blending technology solutions that positively impact and support overall business operations. Demonstrated success by influencing business strategy and enhancing internal processes for new business segmentation, differentiation, and innovation. Proven pragmatic, business-focused approach to developing and leading strong technology teams with quantifiable and sustainable results.

Bobbie Ziemer, TANDBERG & Polycom Video Conferencing Solution Specialist

Director, Enterprise Video Solutions, PS Technologies

Keyword Tags: TANDBERG, LifeSize, Polycom, Video, Telepresence, Desktop Video, Cicso, conferencing, travel

PS Technologies is the recognized Platinum TANDBERG Partner providing superior customer support, solution design and consultation, laser focused expertise around implementation and delivery for organizations ranging from government to enterprise customers globally.

Tiffany Thoms

Director of Sales, West Region, Level 3

Keyword Tags: voip, audio, G.711, SIP, conferencing, unified communications, web conferencing, webex, cisco, live meeting, microsoft, HD video, telepresence, uc, ocs, federate, ucaas, video conferencing, H.323, mpls, audio conferencing

Tiffany has been in the telecommunications industry for nearly 18 years focusing on UC&C services.

Michael Guerrero, BS: Business Management

UC Regional Sales Manager - West, ClearOne Communications

Keyword Tags: VoIP, Collaboration, VMware, WAN Optimization, Channel Management, MS Lync, Telepresence, Virtualization, Cloud Computing, MPLS

ClearOne is the leading global provider of audio conferencing solutions. The reliability, flexibility and performance of our comprehensive solutions save organizations time and money by creating natural environments for effective and efficient personal and group communication. Our products enhance collaboration, presentation, distance communications and multimedia applications.

Jessica Wyrick

Office Manager, Client Solutions Consultant, Fisher Video Conferencing Solutions

Keyword Tags: Conferencing, Telecommunications, Video conferencing, Hosted video conference, Equipment reseller, Video production, Telepresence, Managed services, Event management, Mobile video conferencing

FISHER provides video conferencing, court reporting, video production, and event and meeting services in seven cities throughout Montana. We also partner with Polycom to provide clients with the best UC products available.

Peter J. Stewart, MBA

SVP, Collaboration Technology Services, PGi

Keyword Tags: iMeet, GlobalMeet, Unified Communications, Video Conferencing, Cloud, Web conferencing, Telepresence, Adobe, Cisco WebEx, Microsoft Lync

PGi is a global leader in virtual meetings. For 20 years, we have innovated technologies that help people meet and collaborate in more enjoyable and productive ways. Every month, we bring together over 15 million people in nearly 4 million virtual meetings. PGi has over 30,000 business customers including 75% of the Fortune 100.

Bjorn O. Heisterkamp, MBA

Managing Director, DEKOM BV

Keyword Tags: LifeSize, Cisco, Tandberg, ViDOFON, DEKOM, Video Conferencing, Telepresence, Europe, Germany, Netherlands

In 2011 I started DEKOM BV, extending the reach out of European video conferencing leader DEKOM (formerly known as ViDOFON). DEKOM is a specialized v.a.r., representing (as certified) all important brands in the conferencing industry. Prior I worked as marketing manager for a Dutch distributor of conferencing equipment.

Jonathan Bonghi

VP Marketing, iLinc

Keyword Tags: web conferencing, video conferencing, webinar, e-learning, collaboration, training, telepresence, online meeting, remote support, enterprise communications

Successful veteran that has worked with many of the Software 500 companies. Currently is the head of marketing for iLinc, a world-class web and video conferencing (www.ilinc.com) solutions provider that offers iMeeting, iLinc for Learning, iLinc for Webinars, iLinc for Support, and iLinc Enterprise Suite.

David Walker

Business Solutions Consultant, Premiere Global Services

Keyword Tags: Video, Audio, Conferencing, Web, Automated, Unattended, telepresence, collaboration, Solutions, managed service

Premiere Global Services is a global provider of applied communication technologies that help businesses automate and improve their business processes. Our solutions are available 24/7, on-demand and require no customer investment in hardware or software.

Ray J. Kenny

EMEA Business Development Manager, Teliris

Keyword Tags: Collaboration, Unified Communications, Convergence, Conferencing, Video, Web, telepresence

Teliris Telepresence solutions are the world's most natural, immersive virtual meeting environments combining an intimate experience with innovative collaboration tools that allow effective interaction over distance.

Jason McGraw, CTS

Sr. Vice President of Exhibitions, InfoComm International

Keyword Tags: exposition, conference, training, education, conferencing, audiovisual, systems integration, telepresence, broadband, IP

InfoComm is the annual exposition and conference for the professional audiovisual information communications industry. InfoComm hosts the IMCCA Unified Collaborative Conferencing Pavilion and educational seminar program along with the IMMCA Collaborative Conferencing Users Group annual meeting. Contact me for information on exhibiting or attending InfoComm 09 in Orlando, FL June 17-19

Gary L. Iles

VP of Global Marketing, Sales and Products, ACT Conferencing

Keyword Tags: Unified Communications, Collaboration, Conferencing, Multimedia, Audio Conferencing, Video Conferencing, Web Conferencing, TelePresence, Telecommunications, Event Management

ACT has been a recognized global leader in audio, video and web collaboration and conferencing solutions for more than 20 years. Our service approach ensures you to meet your objectives, because ACT understands that meetings and events are not just about delivering a message, they’re about managing an experience.

Sander van der Pol

Video Conference Specialist / Architect, Avex

Keyword Tags: Video Conference, Managed Video Services, Unified Comminications, Networking Services, Narrow Casting, Web Casting, Home Automation, Streaming Media, Telepresence

Unified Communications, Video Conferencing, Managed Video Services, Narrow Casting, Web casting, Multi casting, Home Automation.

Michael R. Cosgrave

Senior Director - Auralink, Cenero - Auralink

Keyword Tags: Video Conferencing, Audio Conferencing, Streaming, HD Video, Conferencing, Video Event Management, Web Conferencing, Collaboration, Telepresence, Desk Top / Mobile Video

Wayne R. Hulit, MBA

Federal Sales Manager, BT Conferencing

Keyword Tags: Tandberg, Polycom, LifeSize, LiveMeeting, WebEx, Streaming, Desktop Collaboration, Videoconferencing, Telepresence, Immersive

BT Conferencing has an exciting line of audio, video, web, and streaming products and services featuring top names like Tandberg, Cisco, Microsoft, Lifesize, Polycom, Starbak, Sony and more. Top Telepresence products.

Chettra S. Dean, BA Honours

EMEAI Channel Development Sales Manager, Vidyo

Keyword Tags: Audio Conferencing, Web Conferencing, HD Video Conferencing (Hosted & Managed), Telecommunications, Unified Comms, SaaS, Enterprise Communications, Networking, Telepresence, Collaborative

The Vidyo™ Adaptive Video Layering Architecture delivers low latency, high definition video conferencing over general data networks, the Internet, using off the shelf devices. Vidyo’s architecture dynamically optimizes video quality to the network & to the capabilities of individual endpoint devices in order to deliver telepresence-quality experiences for each participant.

Reed Ellis

Director of Channel Sales, BT Conferencing

Keyword Tags: Channel Sales, Channel Partners, Video Conferencing, Web Conferencing, Audio Conferencing, private label, Unified Communications & Collaboration, Master Agent, Telepresence, Wholesale

Channel Sales responsibilities include identification of potential partnerships with Private Label resellers, Master Agents, Affinity Partners and all Channel Partner sales activities. Additional responsibilities include contract negotiations, creation of sales & marketing initiatives with channel partners, resellers & master agents, and liaison responsibilities on behalf of our channel sales partners.

Paolo Delgrossi

Consultant, Unified Communication

Keyword Tags: Audioconference, Webconference, IP Videoconference, ISDN Videoconference, Desktop videoconference, Event Webcast, IR presentation, Virtual meeting, E learning, Telepresence

Unified Communication, the first conferencing broker in the Italian market reselling conferencing services from InterCall, ConferencePlus, Live Meeting, Webex, Adobe and conferencing products from LifeSize, Cisco, Polycom, Radvision and Vidyos. Our strenght? We don't sell our solution, we find the best solution to solve our customer needs.