curriculum vitae preston williams iii summary preston williams iii is senior partner & chief...

Curriculum Vitae

Preston Williams III SUMMARY Preston Williams III is Senior Partner & Chief Information Officer (CIO) at GBC Global Services. He is a pioneer and futurist with 20+ years of Big 4, Fortune 500, Global 100 and entrepreneurial experience. That experience includes Senior Auditor with Price Waterhouse (PriceWaterhouseCoopers), Controller for Lynn-Phill, IT Consultant with McGladrey & Pullen and Andersen Consulting (Accenture) as well as Project Executive at IBM Global Services. Mr. Williams also worked as the first Product Manager for Global Data Collection with Dun & Bradstreet (D&B) and the first Chief Information Officer (CIO) at Langston University. From 2002 to 2004, Preston Williams served as the first Chief Executive Officer (CEO) & Managing Partner at GBC. Incorporated in Delaware, USA; the firm operates in Kenya, Liberia, Uganda and the United States. Preston has successfully implemented sound, reliable, dynamic, scalable and robust IT systems integration and financial management solutions in North America, Asia Pacific (APAC), Latin America (LATAM), Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). Mr. Williams is a member of the American Business Network (ABN), former Technology Committee Chairman of the Oklahoma State Council on Information Technology (CoIT) and a former member of the Innovative Technology Advisory Council of Oklahoma (InnoTech). He is a member of the EDUCAUSE CIO Constituent Group, the Carolina Information Technology Professionals Group (CITPG) and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Enterprise Forum of Cambridge. Preston is also a member of the International Entrepreneurs Club, the International Technology Channels Association (ITCA), Tech Republic and the Global CIO Think Tank. Mr. Williams is DUNSRight certified with Dun & Bradstreet (D&B) and an IBM Signature Selling Methodology (SSM) certified professional. Preston holds a B. Sc. Degree in Economics from Cuttington University College and a M. Sc. in Regional Planning with a Specialization in Resource Allocation & System Dynamics from the University of Liberia. He studied Auditing at the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales and holds a CPA from the Liberian Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Preston has a CIS from Great Plains Software in Fargo, North Dakota, USA. He also studied Comprehensive General Management at the Executive Education Program of the Harvard Business School at Harvard University in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. A member of the Harvard Business Review, Preston Williams III is a contributor to CloudBook and Enterprise Efficiency. He is Chairman of the GBC Board of Directors, an Associate Member of ExecuNet, recipient of the IBM Global Services Leadership Award, Published Author and a Moderator of the Internet Evolution Executive Clan.

Preston Williams III Executive Profile Visionary, success-driven Business Information Technology Executive (CIO) with 20+ years of Big 4, Fortune 500, Global 100 and entrepreneurial experience. Leader of top performing, cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams. Stellar track record for improving enterprise workforce effectiveness by implementing sound, reliable, dynamic, pragmatic and robust information technology and financial management solutions. Specialties: Sales, Marketing & Business Planning Organizational Leadership Innovative Product & Services Development Global Market Expansion Program / Project Management Strategic Alliances & Partnerships Staff Management & Team Building Corporate Identity Entrepreneur Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Budgeting & Cost Control (P&L) IT Architecture & Service Delivery Systems Integration & Deployment Information Technology System Management (ITSM) e-Commerce: Strategy & Development

Senior Partner & CIO Pinebrook, NJ, January 2002-Present Provide thought leadership & articulate IT vision & strategy. Formulate, evaluate and implement technology initiatives, policies, and procedures to improve operations. Ensure infrastructure integrity by aligning technology integration with Line of Business (LoB) processes & operational metrics. Responsible for development and execution of all Business Information Technology functions in the enterprise: ITSM, ITIL & SOX compliance, business analytics, voice, data, imaging, office automation, network agility and security. Assess & communicate risks/benefits associated with IT investments. Collaborate with peers to deploy innovative technologies including virtual, pure-play, telepresence & convergence solutions. Ensure Continuous Process Improvement (CPI) through Research & Development (R&D). Increase staff productivity through sound planning, proper training and efficient execution. Hire, train, coach, counsel, supervise, mentor and evaluate performance of Direct Reports. Manage network performance in line with Service Level Agreements (SLAs). Ensure compliance with IT-related statutes and regulatory guidelines including HIPAA and Sarbanes Oxley (SOX). Key Achievement(s): Established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure timely delivery of appropriate, effective, cost-efficient, scalable, sustainable and secure high performance IT services. Created guidelines for outsourced services and negotiated strategic alliances and partnerships to deliver competitive, robust & reliable solutions to satisfied clients: Microsoft, Global Trade & Technology Network (GTN), CISCO, IBM, DELL, Avaya Communications, Nortel Networks, SAP and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). Established Technology Standards Board (TSB) & developed disaster prevention/recovery & business continuity plans to ensure timely and effective restoration of IT services.

Chief Information Officer (CIO) Langston, OK 2006 2007 Served as Langston Universitys first CIO. Provided leadership as head of Information Technology Services (ITS). Advised the President on technology and created IT component of university's First Ten Year Strategic Development Plan. Responsible for IT budget and technology infrastructure at multiple sites: Langston, Oklahoma City and Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA. Key Achievement(s): Managed IT Divisions successful certification with North Central Higher Learning Commission Langston University received NCA accreditation: 2007 - 2017. Negotiated new cost-efficient TELECOMM contract & standardized cell phone service from 28 individual contracts to single Corporate contract resulting in over $20,000.00 savings. Created viable partnership with Oklahoma State Board of Regents. Relationship resulted in assistance with SAS, UDS & FOCUS reporting. Introduced network security controls using several protocols and applications including encryption (CWID), biometrics and BOSS Assist to address possible system vulnerabilities. Created new Acceptable Use, Network, E-mail & Cell Phone Usage policies. Implemented HelpBox System to manage service requests and customer support calls.

Key Achievements: Used Quality of Service (QoS) analyses to improve Virtual Private Network (VPN)/VVoIP, network connectivity, bandwidth capacity, privacy, security and social responsibility. Successfully submitted Title III Grant application for funding Learning Management Systems (LMS): BlackBoard, WebCT and Desire 2 Learn (D2L). Used Best Practices to standardize enterprise architecture: PCs, laptops, hubs, routers, switches, access points, servers, network printers & peripherals. Deployed virtualized servers (VMWare) to increase architecture scalability and performance. Implemented wireless infrastructure (Enterasys) to ensure any time network access. Installed new, intuitive e-Commerce web site to enable online transactions 24/7/365. Established Accessible Technology Initiative (ATI) and created robust virtual interactive learning environment via smart classrooms and online course delivery through CaseNEX. Ensured compliance with state/federal regulations: HIPAA, RIAA and The Clery Act. Created strategic partnerships with Biometric Signature ID, DELL & The Williams Company to improve Full Time Enrollment (FTE) and encourage development of business incubation unit. Created Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP) & IT component of Articulation Agreements.

Product Manager Global Data CollectionShort Hills, NJ 2004 - 2005 Served as first Product Manager for Global Data Collection with DNB Sales & Marketing Solutions. Used key global data variables to develop new products for North America, Asia Pacific (APAC), Latin America (LATAM), Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). Was responsible for flagship products including Worldbase, WorldBase Online (WBO), D-U-N-S Decision Maker (DDM), Executive Home Address (EHA), Global Standard Record Layout (GSRL), E-mail Solutions and E-Contacts. Utilized various sources to identify new opportunities and make adjustments to existing product life cycle strategy. Managed product development teams in: Austria, Belgium, Canada, China, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Iran, Iraq, Malaysia, Mexico, Namibia, New Zealand, Mexico, Norway, Pakistan, Poland, Portugal, Peru, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, United Kingdom, The Netherlands & The United States. Key Achievements: Developed Innovative Services & Strategic Product Development plans: From conceptualization, business requirements analyses, platform evaluation and design, through channel distribution review /development, marketing, integration, benchmark analyses to sunset. Engaged leadership team and subject matter ex Developed Innovative Services & Strategic Product Development plans: From conceptualization, business requirements analyses, platform evaluation and design, through channel distribution review /development, marketing, integration, benchmark analyses to sunset. Engaged leadership team and subject matter experts (SMEs) to create breakthrough products.

Key Achievements: Assessed market trends and emerging technologies to define & develop new, robust and innovative products & services for demanding customers in traditional and digital market space. Passion for achieving excellence in a demanding client service environment. Represented customers and acted as a liaison between business and technology. Conceptualized & challenged diverse teams (Business Leaders, Account Executives, Sales Representatives, Engineers/Developers, Lawyers, Financial Gurus & User Groups) to develop and sell outstanding market-driven, customer-centric products/services to satisfied clients. Applied New Product Development (NPD) and Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) principles to develop global products which enhance customer insight and help clients mitigate risk while improving and sustaining business performance. Corporate Family Tree Plus (CFT+) Enables upsell/cross-sell opportunities. Est. ROI: $25 M. Customer Defection Alert (CDA) Prevents client abandonment. Est. ROI: $15 M Used PowerPoint presentations to deliver Talking Points to Account/Sales Executives. Provided product training through Webinars. Provided proactive incident management and global coordination. Created Crisis Management Communiqu for D&B Global Sales Team.

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) & Managing PartnerGastonia, NC 2002-2004 Founded GBC to provide cost-effective IT services to select clients. Used broad knowledge of IT Solutions and Professional Services to prospect for new customers. Performed due-diligence to assess solutions technical, operational and financial impact on clients enterprises. Created client focused company mission & roadmap. Established Lines of Service (LoS). Used SWOT analysis (culture, economy, competition, technical ability, funding sources & demographics) to develop Leadership Dashboard. Managed daily operations (P&L) & resource provisioning. Coached, energized, motivated & mentored staff to deliver innovative services to satisfied customers. Executed firms certification with state and federal agencies. Negotiated Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) & vendor contracts. Managed new business development to attract & retain clients. Managed Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Non-Compete Agreements (NCAs) and Joint Ventures. Encouraged and fostered competitive environment for Business Process Improvement (BPI) through open dialogue and transparency.

Key Achievement(s): Established GBC Board of Directors. Staff Management & Teambuilding used professional networks, past associations and new business relationships to identify, recruit, train, inspire, coach and counsel the right mix of people to successfully execute the companys commitment to meet & exceed customers expectations. Strategic Alliances & Partnership Development engaged Business Decision Makers (BDMs) and Technical Decision Makers (TDMs) at current & prospective customers to articulate GBCs offerings. Promoted GBC through interviews, articles and conferences. Responsible for brand development - Executed Business Partnerships & Strategic Alliances: dgMarket, HSP Street, Global Trade & Technology Network (GTN), United States Trade and Development Agency (USTDA), GotVmail (Grasshopper) & iPowerweb (iPower.com). Conducted Business Impact Analyses (BIA) & exposed clients to new e- business markets. Reference: GBC Enters Into New Partnerships. PR Web. - June 29, 2006. Managed companys Internet presence (strategy, design, content, interoperability). Negotiated firms telecommunications contract & back office support services. Created mobile employee profile & established virtual enterprise strategy. Standardized technology platform to drive revenue growth (RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, BIDS). GBC - US Department of Defense (DoD) certified vendor (CCR). GBC - US Department of Commerce (DoC) approved exporter. GBC - D&B Listed.

Project Executive Charlotte, NC 1997-2001 Managed large scale, high-impact, IT, EDP, MIS and mission - critical projects. Executed ''end-to- end'' systems integration solutions from Value Statement Creation, Business Case Development, Statement of Work (SOW) Development through Full Execution. Managed professional resources in several countries: Argentina, Brazil, Belgium, Canada, China, France, Germany, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Scotland, Singapore, Taiwan, The Netherlands & The United States. Key Achievement(s): Managed $50+M Applied Materials (AMAT) Leap Project. Led cross-functional team of 142 employees including 13 Direct Reports (12 PMs/ 1 PE) in 13 countries. Planned, tracked, executed and reported project status against plan. Ensured deliverables were properly executed to meet clients timelines, milestones and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

Key Achievement(s): Negotiated & managed outsourced PSG contracts with 5 companies in Asia Pacific (APAC). Ensured end-users easy access to complex IT environments through efficient implementation & team-oriented collaboration during Duke Energy Paranapanema implementation in Brazil. Managed cross-business team (CBT) of 540 employees including 24 Project Managers and several vendors during execution of $180+M UNCF Technology Enhancement Capital Campaign (TECC) Project. Engagement created 21st century technology infrastructure at large, complex, and diverse public higher education system: 39 universities and colleges in 12 states in the USA. Deployed first commercial wireless network in hotel at Delray Beach Marriott in Florida, USA. Solution included IBM Netfinity 5000 Servers, Netgear Hubs/Routers, Symphony Wireless LAN, CISCO PIX Firewall and IBM WorkPads, integrated with the clients proprietary Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system. Used International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standards, Total Quality Management (TQM) and Lean Manufacturing concepts: Ensured streamlined product development and viable comprehensive solutions delivery to satisfied customers. Manufacturing - Production Scheduling: Static, Intermediary & Rolling Forecasts Supply Chain Management Logistics: Acquisition, Transshipment, Delivery & Support. Executed Memorandums of Understanding (MoU). Co-developed, executed & maintained IBM International Customer Agreements (IICAs). Executed global projects in 16 countries on time and within budget.

AC Andersen Consulting Charlotte, North Carolina, 1997 1997 Consultant - Information Technology Successfully led team of 65 engineers & technicians on enterprise-wide system assessment project for 14 Hospitals and 5 Medical Practices. Project yielded $3M+ in savings (hardware/software/licenses) for the Carolinas Healthcare System (CHS). Deployed Healthcare Information System (HIS) applications (PeopleSoft & HBOC Star) to enable patient registration, electronic medical record - keeping (EMR) and exchange of medical information. M&P McGladrey & Pullen Minneapolis, Minnesota, 1995 1997 Consultant - Information Technology Group Managed several Value Added Reseller (VAR) relationships including Great Plains Dynamics, Platinum and SOLOMON to penetrate and increase firms market share. Installed Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) & Customer Relationship Management (CRM) solutions. CIS - Certified Implementation Specialist: Great Plains Software (Microsoft Dynamics). First Trust First Bank System St. Paul, Minnesota, 1992 1994 Debt Management Analyst Performed Debt Service on Single Family Mortgage Loans, Escrowed Accounts and Guaranteed Investment Contracts (GICs). Handled derivatives & mixed investment portfolios. Key Achievement(s): Settled early call on account valued over $300+M. HID Health Information Designs, Inc. Rosslyn, Virginia, 1991 1992 Computer Operations Specialist Processed Drug Utilization Review (DUR) reports to enable efficient clinical, biomedical and pharmaceutical network information exchange for rational prescribing & formulary compliance. Managed company's disaster recovery program, including off-site backup tape library.

LP - Lynn-PhillController & Corporate Secretary Washington, DC, 1990 1991 Managed Accounting Department & turned company around using Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Streamlined SOLOMON Financial System and reduced operations cost by 80% year to year. Increased revenue by 312% year over year. PW Price Waterhouse Senior Auditor Monrovia, Liberia/Washington, DC, 1985 1989 Managed audit engagements: automotive, banking, consumer products, computer operations, gas & oil, insurance (life & property), manufacturing, maritime, mining, non-profit, real estate, road construction and utilities in Liberia, Sierra Leone, Cte d'Ivoire & the United States. Prepared Variance Analyses & Internal Control Memoranda (ICM) to enhance transparency and improve financial system performance. Collaborated with PW London to develop new Actuarial Tables for premium calculations using updated econometric and demographic information (mortality ratios, decrement & loss tables). Conducted Financial Statement (GAAS) & Operational (Forensic) audits. CPA Certified Public Accountant: LICPA.

CPA Certified Public Accountant LIBERIAN INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS Monrovia, Liberia July, 1989 Student Public Accounting (Auditing) INSTITUTE OF CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS IN ENGLAND AND WALES London, England June, 1988 M. Sc. - Master of Science Regional Planning Specialization: Resource Allocation & System Dynamics UNIVERSITY OF LIBERIA Monrovia, Liberia December, 1985 B. Sc. - Bachelor of Science Economics CUTTINGTON UNIVERSITY COLLEGE Suakoko, Liberia July, 1982

DUNSRight Certified Dun & Bradstreet (D&B), Short Hills, New Jersey, USA November, 2004 Certificate Comprehensive General Management Executive Education Program Harvard Business School, HARVARD UNIVERSITY, Boston, MA, USA June, 2004 SSM Certified Signature Selling Methodology, IBM Professional Education & Training IBM GLOBAL SERVICES, Armonk, New York, USA January, 2000 Certificate Becoming One Voice IBM GLOBAL SERVICES, Atlanta, GA USA August, 1997 Certificate New Hire Training ANDERSEN CONSULTING St. Charles, IL, USA January, 1997 CIS Certified Implementation Specialist, GREAT PLAINS SOFTWARE, Fargo, ND, USA February 1996

Managed cross-functional team of 540 employees including 24 Project Managers (PMs) and several vendors during implementation of the UNCF Technology Enhancement Capital Campaign (TECC) Project. Engagement included systems design and development, requirements analyses, feasibility studies, software design, programming, pilot testing, installation, evaluation and operational management. The project scope covered cabling, wired/wireless network installation, data migration, installation of various software applications, computers (laptops/desktops), network printers, routers, hubs and switches at 39 Colleges and Universities in 12 states. UNCF MEMBER INSTITUTIONS: Allen University, Barber Scotia College, Benedict College, Bennett College, Bethune-Cookman College, Claflin University, Clark Atlanta University, Dillard University, Edward Waters College, Fisk University, Florida Memorial University, Huston-Tillotson College, Interdenominational Theological Center (ITC), Jarvis Christian College, Johnson C. Smith University, Lane College, LeMoyne-Owen College, Livingstone College, Miles College, Morehouse College, Morris College, Oakwood University, Paine College, Paul Quinn College, Philander Smith College, Rust College, Saint Paul's College, Shaw University, Spelman College, Stillman College, St. Augustine's College, Talladega College, Texas College, Tougaloo College, Tuskegee University, Virginia Union University, Voorhees College, Wiley College, Wilberforce University and Xavier University of Louisiana.

HIGHLIGHTS & SYNOPSIS: In Texas, four member collegesPaul Quinn College, Huston-Tillotson College, Jarvis Christian College and Wiley Collegereceived $8.3 million from UNCF. With their share of the technology funds, Huston-Tillotson purchased and implemented a state of the art, voice-over IP (VoIP) solution. Furthermore, the college also implemented a wireless Local Area Network (LAN) which spans the entire campus; In Florida, where UNCF has three member collegesBethune-Cookman College, Edward Waters College, and Florida Memorial CollegeUNCF provided $6.6 million in technology funds. One example of the use of the funds is that Bethune-Cookman established a quality infrastructure for storage and distribution of applications and data; In North Carolina, six member colleges and universitiesJohnson C. Smith University, Shaw University, St. Augustine's College, Barber Scotia College, Bennett College and Livingstone College received $13.7 million in technology investment from the UNCF. With its portion of the funds, Johnson C. Smith University developed a print solution and a robust e-mail system; In Georgia, UNCF colleges and universities, including Clark Atlanta University, Interdenominational Theological Center (ITC), Morehouse College, Spelman College and Paine College received a total investment of $18.0 million. At Clark Atlanta University, computer lab capability and access were enhanced, with improved security;

HIGHLIGHTS & SYNOPSIS: In Virginia, two member institutions, St. Paul's College and Virginia Union University, received $2.7 million in technology funding. Consequently, Virginia Union University established a totally wireless campus and created mathematics computer labs for classroom teaching and accounting computer labs for teaching and student exercises; In Tennessee, three UNCF institutionsFisk University, Lane College and LeMoyne-Owen College received a total investment of $6.0 million. Fisk University installed computers in the dorms, improved its web site and enhanced networking capabilities; In Alabama, five UNCF member institutions, Miles College, Oakwood College, Stillman College, Talladega College, and Tuskegee University, received $12.5 million in funding for technology. Tuskegee University wired its entire campus, enabling it to provide access to students and faculty campus-wide;

HIGHLIGHTS & SYNOPSIS: In addition, all 39 UNCF campuses benefited from upgraded network infrastructures and increased access to technology for students, faculty, and staff; UNCF institutions have received hardware, including 5,500 desktop computers, 1,800 network printers, 2,000 network servers, and about 2,000 laptops, as well as hundreds of hubs, switches and network routers, courtesy of IBM, Hewlett Packard, Cisco, Lexmark, Dell and Pfizer; The wiring of member institution campuses is completedincluding over 3,800 network drops in learning centers and administrative and academic facilities and equipment installation and configuration; and UNCF member institutions received 145,000 current versions of Microsoft, including Windows, Encarta Reference Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, Windows XP, and Encarta Africana courtesy of an 'in-kind' gift from Microsoft.

Multiple Platforms / Operating Systems: MS Windows, Linux, WANG MVS 300, Virtual Machine (VM). Windows Mobile, UNIX (SCO), Android Middleware: WebSphere, WebLogic. Reporting Software: Crystal Reports, FOCUS SUN Solaris Telepresence Greenplum Ensure scalability, enhanced network traffic control & data compression through virtualization (VMWare) and proper policy execution. Online Course Development Oracle ERP/CRM Solutions: Solid understanding of the value propositions and technology behind hosted software service including: PeopleSoft Financials & HR, Microsoft Great Plains Dynamics LAN(Accounting, Enterprise Reporting, CRM), SAP Business Suite, Solomon Software, Microsoft Business Contacts Manager, Oracle Suite. Business Intelligence and Data Integration. Web 2.0/ 3.0 Manage projects on time & within budget. Third party firewall compatibility. Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) Customer Portals Meta Data Management (MDM) Performance Management Logistics: Customer & Supplier Analytics Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) - IBM Via Voice / Dragon Naturally Speaking Cloud computing (Public/Private/Hybrid) Software as a Service (SaaS). Google Analytics. Graphics: CAD 3-D Software: Microsoft Visio (Technical/Standard/Professional). Web Site Design & Development: Microsoft FrontPage, PaintShop Pro, Adobe Photoshop, Domain Name Service (DNS) .NET Framework, Search Engine Optimization (SEO). Bluetooth 1.1| 1.2 / Wi-Fi (802.11 a,b,g,n).|

Java, J2EE, IEEE Redundancy Fault tolerance. ICANN/AfriNIC - Domain Name Registration / Assignment Testing/Benchmarking Web Browsers Interoperability: Netscape Communicator/ Navigator, Internet Explorer, AOL, Maxthon, Mozilla FireFox, Opera, Google Chrome, Safari. WiMax Office Tools: Microsoft Office System (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Publisher, One Note, Contact Manager), Lotus SmartSuite Millennium (Approach, WordPro, 123, Lotus Organizer), WordPerfect Office Suite, Open Office Suite, Yahoo Zimbra Desktop. Database anagement/Platforms: Lotus Notes, Microsoft Access, DB2, SAS, PeopleSoft, SQL. Project Management: PMI Standards, PMBOK, Microsoft Project 2010 (Professional/Server), Project Workbench. Genius Project for Web. Clarizen. Cellular: CDMA, GSM, EVDO, TDMA Network Administration: Topology design & configuration - Virtual Private Network (VPN), LDAP, Internet/Intranet/Extranet, Local Area Network (LAN), Wide Area Network (WAN), Novell Netware, Windows NT, 2000, MS Advanced Server. Greenplum Ensure scalability, enhanced network traffic control & data compression through virtualization (VMWare) and proper policy execution. Online Course Development Oracle ERP/CRM Solutions: Solid understanding of the value propositions and technology behind hosted software service including: PeopleSoft Financials & HR, Microsoft Great Plains Dynamics LAN(Accounting, Enterprise Reporting, CRM), SAP Business Suite, Solomon Software, Microsoft Business Contacts Manager, Oracle Suite. Business Intelligence and Data Integration. Web 2.0/ 3.0 Manage projects on time & within budget. Third party firewall compatibility. Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) Customer Portals Meta Data Management (MDM) Performance Management Logistics: Customer & Supplier Analytics Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) - IBM Via Voice / Dragon Naturally Speaking Cloud computing (Public/Private/Hybrid) Software as a Service (SaaS).

IBM Signature Selling Method (SSM) Professional, (B2B), Statement of Work (SoW) Development, IBM International Customer Agreement (IICA) Sold enterprise solutions (CRM/ ERP/ASP) and professional services including change management, re-engineering strategy and data migration services. Evaluate, deploy & manage IT systems for clients in several vertical markets. Data Center Management. HelpBox - Data/Call Center Administration. Develop and deliver Service Level Agreement (SLAs), Key Performance Indices (KPIs) through streamlined Contract Negotiations. Develop & Execute Agreements: Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Non-Compete Agreements (NCAs) & Joint Venture (JV) Agreements. Global Project Management Office (GPMO) Administration: Cross-functional staff management. Proof of Concept (POC), Research & Development (R&D) Technology Standards Management (TSM). Experienced in global product development and project management. Experienced in Credit & Risk Assessment: Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) / Paydex Scores Develop market share analyses and brand positioning/re-positioning statements. Conduct Emerging Technology Evaluations. Provide C&O level training: Leverage on-line, real-time tools: Microsoft LiveMeeting, PowerPoint, Google Docs, Telepresence Technology Lifecycle Management (TLM). Business Information Reports (BIRs) Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) transparency accounting Product Development: Paradigm Envisioning, Value Proposition Statement, Roadmap Development, Usability Review, Cannibalization Assessment, Sales & Market Research & Product Enhancement. Applications Development: portfolio planning, rationalization, management, roll-outs, upgrades and adverse event monitoring.

Sold enterprise solutions (CRM/ ERP/ASP) and professional services including change management, re-engineering strategy and data migration services. Evaluate, deploy & manage IT systems for clients in several vertical markets. Data Center Management. HelpBox - Data/Call Center Administration. Develop and deliver Service Level Agreement (SLAs), Key Performance Indices (KPIs) through streamlined Contract Negotiations. Develop & Execute Agreements: Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Non-Compete Agreements (NCAs) & Joint Venture (JV) Agreements. Global Project Management Office (GPMO) Administration: Cross-functional staff management. Proof of Concept (POC), Research & Development (R&D) Technology Standards Management (TSM). Experienced in global product development and project management. Experienced in Credit & Risk Assessment: Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) / Paydex Scores Develop market share analyses and brand positioning/re-positioning statements. IBM Signature Selling Method (SSM) Professional, (B2B), Statement of Work (SoW) Development, IBM International Customer Agreement (IICA) Conduct Emerging Technology Evaluations.

Provide C&O level training: Leverage on-line, real-time tools: Microsoft LiveMeeting, PowerPoint, Google Docs, Telepresence Technology Lifecycle Management (TLM). Business Information Reports (BIRs) Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) transparency accounting Product Development: Paradigm Envisioning, Value Proposition Statement, Roadmap Development, Usability Review, Cannibalization Assessment, Sales & Market Research & Product Enhancement. Applications Development: portfolio planning, rationalization, management, roll-outs, upgrades and adverse event monitoring Manage Install, Move, Add, Change (IMAC) Services & expedite field support. Develop escalation tracks in accordance with business continuity and streamlined disaster recovery schema. Storyboarding. Target Customer Metrics Analyses E-Commerce Customer Acquisition/Retention & Marketing. Higher Education: Enterprise Management, | LMSWEBCT, BANNER, D2L, Partnerships.

Accounting & Auditing Services, Aerospace, Air Delivery & Freight Services, Automotive, Banking (National & International), Biometrics, Biotechnology, Business Services, Computer Operations, Construction (Building & Road), Consulting, Consumer Products, Electronics, Federal & State Government, HealthCare, Higher Education, Investment Banking/Securities, Insurance (Life, Property & Casualty), Lumber/Wood Production, Manufacturing, Maritime, Marketing, Merchandising, Metals, Mid-Market, Mining (Iron Ore), Non-profit, Oil & Gas, Pharmaceuticals, Petroleum, Power & Utilities, Professional Services, Real Estate Development, Research & Development (R&D), Software Development & Telecommunications.

USA Department of Defense (DoD): GBC Vendor Certification. USA Department of Commerce (DoC): GBC Export License. USA E-Government: eProcurement - North Carolina, Virginia, Georgia, and California. Government of China Ministry of Commerce Cross border Warranty/Support Government of Liberia (GOL) National Bank of Liberia (NBL) Audit Government of Liberia (GOL) Ministry of Finance (Excise & Property Tax)

Argentina, Austria, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Belgium, Bhutan, Botswana, Brazil, Canada, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Ghana, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Iran, Iraq, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Ivory Coast, Japan, Jordan, Kenya, Kuwait, Lebanon, Liberia, Malaysia, Maldives, Mexico, Namibia, Nepal, New Zealand, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Peru, Qatar, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Sierra Leone, South Korea, Scotland, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, Sri Lanka, Swaziland, Sweden, Switzerland, Syria, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, Uganda, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, The Netherlands, The United States, Yemen & Zimbabwe.

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Member Advisory Council 2012 Present Harvard Business Review. Publishing Industry The HBR Advisory Council is operated by Harvard Business Review (HBR). It is an online community of members who have an interest in a wide range of topics that impact businesses and organizations. Chairman - Board of Directors 2002 Present GBC Global Services. Information Technology and Services Industry The GBC Board of Directors is responsible for oversight of the business affairs of the corporation in accordance with the Bylaws. Technical decision-making authority regarding the content and direction of GBC and the day-to-day operation of the company is the responsibility of the Management Team.

Chairman - Technology Committee 2006 2007 Oklahoma State Council on Information Technology (CoIT). Higher Education Industry There are nine (9) advisory councils and boards in the Oklahoma State System of Higher Education. The Council on Information Technology considers technology and related issues affecting Oklahoma higher education, proposes technology and related policy and procedures and serves as the principal statewide advisory council rendering advice and counsel to the chancellor, other advisory groups and the entire state system in the review of current and recommended technology and related policy and procedures. The council also serves as a forum for IT officers to discuss matters of common interest, conducts studies and issues reports designed to strengthen the mission of Oklahoma higher education institutions. Membership is comprised of principal IT officers from each institutional campus and higher education center (as appropriate) in the state system. In addition, a representative from the independent sector is selected from nominations provided by the Independent College Association and is invited to serve on the council. Member Oklahoma Innovative Technology Council (InnoTech) 2006 2007 Information Technology and Services Industry InnoTech Oklahoma creates an environment where education, innovation, peer-to-peer networking and the latest technology and business solutions are all available specifically for IT professionals. InnoTech Oklahoma assembles the leading business and technology executives in the state for answers to your IT issues. If you are a CIO, VP of IT/IS/MIS, Line of Business VP, direct report to a VP, Manager/Director IT Department, Network Manager, Systems/Business Analyst, Web Developer/Designer, CSO, CISO, CTO, Business Executive, Manager, researcher, or Entrepreneur, you should join InnoTech.

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"I have known Preston for over thirty years during which time I have come to watch a young man aggressively pursue several academic programs, mastering each one as he continued to attain his ambitions to become a knowledgeable and capable professional. I watched his career as he became a valuable member of several major corporations including Price Waterhouse, Andersen Consulting, IBM and then establishing his own company, GBC. As a close friend and business associate, I had the opportunity to work with Preston on a number of business opportunities over the years including a Learning Management System Assessment & Selection project with a state Board of Regents and an ERP solution with a north-eastern university. The engagements gave me an opportunity to experience and appreciate his integrity, intellect and professionalism. I was quite impressed with his leadership, knowledge and professionalism. Preston has accomplished a number of milestones during his career and I am always impressed to see how he handles his interpersonal relationships. He has a deep understanding of people, empathy for their individual needs and respect for their individual goals and circumstances. Preston has a great sense of humor and I am very pleased to be his friend and colleague." Lawrence Thomas President Thomas Business Enterprises, LLC

"Mr. Williams is an excellent leader who understands the global market place. He has an insightful grasp of customers goals and objectives and is always thinking about the best way to utilize market research to give them a competitive edge in their industry. Prestons leadership has allowed GBC to introduce value service propositions which enable our clients to successfully design, acquire and deploy financial and technology solutions to enhance their operations." David Johnson Associate Partner Enterprise Solutions GBC Global Services

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