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Mike Brown: Chief Executive Officer and Managing Partner. Mike has over 20 years of experience in business management and information technology. Prior to starting BizTech in 1999, Mike was the IT Director for a manufacturing company that selected VISUAL to run their business. The launch of BizTech allowed Mike to help many more companies get the most out of the VISUAL software as he built a strong supporting team. Mike now architects solutions for all areas of VISUAL and currently takes on a project management role supporting the VISUAL Consultants and Solution Advisors.
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Joe Zalewski: Chief Operating Officer and Managing Partner. Joe has over 22 years experience in manufacturing with 13 years supporting Infor ERP VISUAL. Prior to joining BizTech, Joe held the positions of Cost Accountant at Globe Industries and IT Specialist at J Richard Industries. Joe has an Associates Degree and a Bachelor’s of Business from the University of Toledo.
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Brian Jones: VISUAL ERP Consultant. Brian has over 18 years of experience in manufacturing, with 14 years of using and supporting VISUAL. Prior to joining BizTech, Brian held positions in Materials Management, Production Control and IT at the Zenith Cutter Company. Brian’s expertise lies in Infor ERP VISUAL and Oracle. Brian has a Bachelor’s of Business from the University of Iowa.
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Tasha (Myke) Parker: VISUAL ERP Consultant. Tasha has over 13 years experience in manufacturing and in supporting VISUAL. Prior to joining BizTech, Tasha held positions in IT and Consulting at Fabris, Inc and Creative Manufacturing Solutions in Canada. Tasha’s expertise is in Infor ERP VISUAL, VISUAL Quality, Report Development and Database Administration.
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Jim Kistner: VISUAL ERP Consultant. Jim has over 34 years experience in manufacturing with 9 years of using and supporting VISUAL. Prior to joining BizTech, Jim held positions in Manufacturing and Accounting at The Devilbiss Company and Toledo Sports Equipment. Jim’s area of expertise is Infor ERP VISUAL and VISUAL Financials. Jim has a Bachelor’s of Business Administration from the University of Toledo.
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Paul Turnberg: VISUAL ERP Consultant. Paul has over 17 years of experience in manufacturing, as well as 11 years of experience in Infor ERP VISUAL and manufacturing consulting. Prior to joining BizTech, Paul held positions in Material Planning, Production Control and Application Engineer at Lexel Imaging Systems, VBS and Experlogix. Paul’s expertise lies in Infor ERP VISUAL, Master Product Configurator and Application Programming. Paul acquired his CPIM from APICS, and attended the University of Kentucky.
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Darren Farmer: VISUAL ERP Consultant. Darren has over 16 years of experience in manufacturing and IT management. His areas of expertise are implementing, using and supporting Infor ERP VISUAL. Prior to joining BizTech, Darren held positions as Director of IT at Magnetek Telecom Power, ADS The Power Resource and Power Seal Pipeline Products. Darren is experienced with VISUAL Manufacturing, CRM, and quality systems, as well as database, network and IT hardware and support.
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Nick Huber: Client Solutions Advisor. Nick has over 26 years experience in manufacturing, with 13 years of using and supporting VISUAL. Prior to joining BizTech, Nick held positions as Plant Manager and Manufacturing Manager at National Wire and J Richard Industries. Nick’s area of expertise is Manufacturing Processes. Nick has an Associates Degree in Accounting from the University of Toledo.
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Bill Price: Client Solutions Advisor. Bill has over 31 years of experience in manufacturing, sales and consulting. Prior to joining BizTech, Bill owned a software consulting company for 15 years, and held positions with Visual Business Solutions and DMC Consulting. He has over 11 years of direct experience with Infor ERP VISUAL as an IT director and sales executive. Bill has an Applied Sciences degree from Parkland College.
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Greg Jones: Client Solutions Advisor. Greg has over 26 years of manufacturing ERP experience, with over 11 years selling and supporting Infor ERP VISUAL. Prior to joining BizTech, Greg held sales, marketing and management positions with several leading ERP software companies, including Lilly Software (original developer of VISUAL), VBS and IFS. Greg has a Bachelor’s of Science in Business Administration from the Ohio State University.
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Shannon Forsythe: Client Solutions Advisor. Shannon has over 10 years of experience using and supporting Infor10 ERP Express (VISUAL) software. Prior to joining BizTech, Shannon most recently worked as an Account Executive for Infor Global Solutions. While there, she was trained on several complimentary products to the VISUAL suite, such as; EPAK, Product Lifecycle Management, Enterprise Asset Management, Expense Management, and ION. She also worked for Visual Business Solutions for six years. As Vice President of Sales & Customer Development at VBS, she was awarded Infor’s Circle of Excellence Top Rep of 2010. In her role at BizTech, Shannon will utilize her broad knowledge of ERP software applications and business solutions that enable manufacturing companies to become more competitive and profitable.
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Joe Horvath: VISUAL ERP Consultant. Joe has over 21 years experience in manufacturing, with 12 years of using and supporting VISUAL. Prior to joining BizTech, Joe was an ERP Consultant with Visual Business Solutions and Epicor. Joe’s area of expertise is implementing and supporting Infor ERP VISUAL, as he has participated in over 100 VISUAL implementations. Joe has a Bachelor’s of Business from Cleveland State University with an Accounting specialization.
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Ivan Wilson: VISUAL ERP Consultant. Ivan has over 17 years experience in manufacturing with 15 years of using and supporting Infor ERP VISUAL. Prior to joining BizTech, Ivan held positions in Engineering, IT and Production Control at Budzar Industries. Ivan has vast experience with Custom Report Development, Upgrades & Migrations, Database Administration, Standard Report Modifications, System Conversions & Imports, VISUAL Macros, Application Development, VISUAL CRM, Visual.NET and SQLServer. Ivan has a Bachelor’s of Business Administration from Cleveland State, and a Master of Information Systems from University of Phoenix.
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Dawn Kwiatkowski: Accounting and Human Resource Manager. Dawn has over 11 years of experience in accounting, and two years of experience in Human Resources. Prior to joining BizTech, she held positions as Accounting Analyst at Dana Commercial Credit and General Ledger Accountant at Bunting Bearings Corp. Dawn has a Bachelor’s of Business Administration from Bowling Green State University.
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Bill Wass: Technical Operations Manager. Bill has over 16 years experience in engineering network infrastructure, consulting and project management. Prior to joining BizTech, Bill held the positions as Systems Engineer and Manager of Information Systems. Bill has published articles on Managed Services, Virtualization, and Consultative Support Services. Bill attended Wright State University School of Business, and is certified by Comptia, Cisco, Citrix, Microsoft and Novell.
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Jayme Weiden: Inside Sales Representative. Jayme is an Information Technology Solution Specialist with a primary focus on current and potential clients from thinclientpricing.com, BizTech’s e-commerce business unit. Jayme has over four years experience in IT support. Jayme held positions as a Marketing Assistant and IT Support representative for the Danberry Company, and was a Trade Broker and Marketing Director for Tradefirst.com. Jayme attended Bowling Green State University, and currently holds Certified Citrix Sales Professional Certifications in Application Delivery, Networking and Virtualization; as well as Desktop Virtualization and Server Virtualization.
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Jay Younker: Network Consultant. Jay has over 11 years of experience in the Information Technology field. His areas of expertise are providing desktop, server, network, and Citrix support. Jay has CCEA, CCNA, and MCSE certifications.
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Mike Nagy: IT Consultant. Mike has over 20 years of field and shop experience in IT Services. Prior to joining BizTech, Mike was a Field Service Technician for BancTec ISTM . When it comes to computer hardware, Mike is truly a jack of all trades. He is knowledgeable about everything from networks and PC maintenance, to printer diagnostics and repair. Mike attended Kent State University.
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Matt Koop: Client Solutions Advisor. Matt is in his sixth year working for BizTech. Matt’s primary roles are to sell IT support services and to manage client relationships for Networking customers. He is also a Citrix Certified Sales Professional. Prior to joining BizTech, Matt worked for nine years in sales and service within the hotel industry. Matt earned his Bachelor’s of Science degree from the University of Toledo.
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Mike Bentz: Client Solutions Advisor. Mike has over 26 years experience in the IT industry, specializing in Sales and Repair. His true focus is establishing and maintaining client relationships. Mike has an Associates Degree in Electronic Engineering Technology from Owens Community College.
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John Heagy: Network Consultant. John has over 25 years of experience in Information Technology Services. He specializes in network and desktop computer support. Prior to joining BizTech, John owned a Network Consulting business, and provided computer solutions for insurance agencies throughout Northwest Ohio. John has a degree in Applied Electronic Technology from R.E.T.S. Tech Center.
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Dan Mizen: Network Consultant. Dan has been working in IT for over five years. He specializes in Network, Server and Desktop support. Prior to joining Computer Works of Toledo, he worked as an IT Systems Administrator at Yark Automotive Group- where he supported a large network of servers and over 200 computers. Dan attended both Ohio State University and the University of Toledo.
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Kristen Vargas: Administrative Assistant. Kristen has over 14 years of experience in the Information Technology and Services industry, and the Staffing and Recruiting industry. Prior to joining BizTech, Kristen worked as a Researcher and Recruiting Assistant at The Mergis Group, and as the Office Manager at PC Tech Corporation. Kristen has a Bachelor’s in Business Administration from the University of Toledo.
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Jim Zalewski: Multimedia/Web Developer. Jim has over 25 years of experience in the Marketing Communications field. Prior to joining BizTech, Jim was a self-employed graphic artist. Throughout his career, he has held positions as art director, graphic artist, prepress specialist, photo retoucher, illustrator and web developer. Jim has a Bachelor’s of Fine Arts Degree from Bowling Green State University, and is a self-taught web developer.
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Jen Scherer: Marketing Coordinator. Jen has over four years of experience in marketing for small businesses. Prior to joining BizTech, she held positions as a Marketing Specialist and a Licensed Agency Assistant for American Family Insurance. Jen has a Bachelor’s of Business Administration with a Marketing Specialization from Bowling Green State University.
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Susan Justice: VISUAL ERP Consultant. Susan has over 15 years of experience in using and supporting VISUAL.
Prior to joining BizTech, Susan worked with her own Client base, held a Consultant position with an Infor VISUAL Channel Partner, and was an IT Manager at Smedberg Machine. Her areas of expertise are database administration, installations, implementations, upgrades, migrations and technical support of Infor ERP VISUAL. Susan is experienced with VISUAL Manufacturing, Global Financials, CRM, VISUAL Time & Attendance, Quality, Network and IT Hardware Support.
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Melissa Brown-Moreau: VISUAL ERP Consultant. Melissa has been supporting Infor ERP VISUAL for over 9 years. She has successfully implemented VISUAL, as well as, provided training, support, project management, data analysis, Centura and Crystal Report development. Melissa previously worked for Infor Global Solutions as a Principal Support Analyst, Project Manager and Senior Application Consultant. Melissa graduated with an MBA with Accounting Emphasis from Utah State University and BA in Accounting from Westminster College. Although Melissa’s educational background is in Finance, she has become very knowledgeable in Manufacturing, Quality and Aerospace and Defense processes, regulations and goals through her years working with VISUAL Enterprise customers and in her previous roles as a Controller and Reporting Manager.
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Kurt Carr: VISUAL ERP Consultant. Kurt has over 20 years of experience in manufacturing and business management. Since 1993, Kurt has advised hundreds of companies on how to use VISUAL as a tool for effective execution. Having worked extensively with VISUAL since version 1.1d, Kurt has broad experience in applying its tools to the contours of businesses as diverse as high-volume screw manufacturers, contract electronics assemblers and builders of customized machinery. After years as controller for several mid-sized businesses, Kurt filled dual roles as lead implementation consultant and Training Director at VBS. In 2000 he started a consulting business that focuses on helping manufacturers use VISUAL to be dramatically more successful. Kurt relies on his strengths in business management, manufacturing and a deep knowledge of Infor ERP VISUAL to help his customers thrive in highly competitive markets.
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Steve Smeiles: VISUAL ERP Consultant. Steve Smeiles has over 20 years experience in manufacturing and quality assurance, as well as, more than 12 years of supporting VISUAL Quality Management Software. Steve is a quality practitioner, consultant and facilitator, dedicated to helping individuals and organizations achieve their continuous improvement goals. His education and training has been and remains focused in the area of business administration with a concentration in quality management.
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Kim Worrall: VISUAL ERP Consultant. Kim has over 30 years of experience in business management and financial consulting, with 16 of those years as a user and supporter of VISUAL. After several years as a Controller/Finance VP in manufacturing, Kim filled roles as a Visual Financial Application Specialist and Partner at Business Solutions Alliance (BSA) and Back To Basics Associates in Canada. Kim’s expertise is in Infor10 ERP Express (VISUAL), Standard Financials, and Global Financials.
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Ed White: VISUAL ERP Consultant. Ed has 20 years of experience as a software consultant to manufacturing companies. One of Ed’s first engagements as a consultant involved assisting a company in choosing an ERP system. That system turned out to be VISUAL. Since that time, Ed has provided consulting services to users of VISUAL both directly, through Lilly Software (original developer of VISUAL), and through relationships with Infor Channel Partners. With a strong specialty in Financials and Costing, Ed has thorough knowledge and experience in implementing all the core modules of the package, in both manufacturing and financials- including Training, Custom Reports, Macros, Upgrades and Migrations, CRM, Payroll and HR. Ed’s primary goal is to utilize his software knowledge and technical skills to enable customers to get the fullest benefit possible from their use of VISUAL.
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A little history… em>VISUAL Manufacturing ERP software (aka VISUAL Enterprise, VISUAL MFG and VMFG) was originally developed by Lilly Software Associates (LSA). In 2004, Infor Global Solutions® purchased Lilly Software and the VISUAL Product
and changed the name to Infor ERP VISUAL. In 2011, Infor Global Solutions® introduced Infor10, and changed the product name to Infor10 ERP Express (VISUAL).
