2013 SMB 150 Awards
All Nominees » Leaders
Jim Sterling
Posted by JSterling (#50) 448 days ago (Editorial)
Jim attended Control Data Institute in 1979. While attending CDI, Jim was hired by Southwest Data Systems, Inc. Starting out as a field technician in 1979 he worked his way up to Service Manager for one of the largest 3rd party maintenance companies in California. After selling that division, he worked in the software development division, providing software support and integration services to ov
Andy Goodman
Posted by AGoodman (#50) 448 days ago (Editorial)
Andy Goodman, better know as "HandyAndy," is a technology and business consultant who runs DownHome Computers which specializes in SMB Technology needs. He works as an advisor to a number of software companies serving the SMB Space.
Andy is part of the business management team at SBSmigration.com and as Partner Program Manager, works to develop the resources and engagment for the global network
Tim Beard
Posted by tbeard (#50) 445 days ago (Editorial)
Under Beard’s leadership, Networthy Systems has doubled its client base, merged with another MSP, and opened a second office. Beard also sits on the Advisory Council of Connectwise, and he is the lead facilitator at the Connectwise South Central User Group every quarter. He previously hosted the daily radio show “Geek Free Radio,” which focused on helping companies get the most out of their IT in
Krzysztof (Kristof) Franek
Posted by HeatherL 166 days ago (Editorial)
Krzysztof (Kristof) Franek founded Open-E in 1998, and has been serving as Open-E's CEO and President since. He is a widely recognized expert on the storage market, and has over 20 years of experience in the IT industry in various sales and management leadership positions. In more than 12 years Krzysztof successfully made Open-E a storage software company recognized for its modern technologies, i
Chris Wiser
Posted by CWiser (#50) 448 days ago (Editorial)
A self-proclaimed serial entrepreneur, Chris Wiser is influential because of his contributions as an MSP, who is focused on helping other MSPs in his industry. Since founding TechSquad IT in 2004, Chris and his team have set the industry standard by bringing practical and pertinent expertise to the “outsourced IT” experience. It is through his 10-plus years of experience in professional IT consul
Nancy Hammervik
Posted by HeatherL 158 days ago (Editorial)
Nancy Hammervik, Senior Vice President, Industry Relations, CompTIA, acts as the principal liaison between members and the association and helps to shape CompTIA programs, community strategies, strategic relationships and association initiatives for the IT channel. An outspoken advocate for women in business, Hammervik took the lead last summer launching the Mentorship Program offered by CompTIA
John Krikke
Posted by JKrikke (#8) 445 days ago (Editorial)
John Krikke is a partner in Onward Computer Systems and has been the Canadian Microsoft SMB Partner Area Lead (PAL) since 2009. John works with the Microsoft SMB and Windows Server marketing, product, and partner teams as well as local user groups. His goal is to help Microsoft understand the specific needs of the SMB partners as well as to assist partners with business development. He also is in
Jason Coffer
Posted by HeatherL 166 days ago (Editorial)
Mr. Coffer has over 25 years of experience in information technology ranging from assessment and strategic planning to implementation of complex IT projects. In 2007 he established Coffer Group, LLC, a consulting firm devoted to serving small to medium sized businesses with complex IT requirements. In this capacity, Jason works with existing IT departments -- and his company acts as the IT depart
