Officers:
|
 |
David E. Eisner, President & CEO
David Eisner founded Dataprise in 1995 and has led its growth from tiny start-up to recognized leader in providing managed IT services to small and medium-size businesses. An Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award® recipient, Mr. Eisner oversees Dataprise's strategic vision and development. He is a co-author of the acclaimed business strategy book, Inside the Minds: Managing for Profit Centers. Mr. Eisner was recently honored with the Tech Council of Maryland's 2010 Executive of the Year award.
Mr. Eisner holds both a bachelors and masters degree in computer science from the University of Maryland and Johns Hopkins University, respectively. He is a member of the Entrepreneurs' Organization and the Board of Visitors for the College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences at the University of Maryland.
Visit David's CEO Blog here
|
 |
Scott R. Gordon, Chief Operating Officer
A seasoned operations professional with more than a decade of technical management experience, Scott R. Gordon has been with Dataprise since its inception. Today he oversees administration and daily operations for all facets of Dataprise's technical services business.
During his tenure with the firm, Mr. Gordon spearheaded the development of Dataprise's key internal procedures and strategic operations. Prior to joining Dataprise, he worked in a variety of technical management roles including running the IT department for a major service provider. In 2012, Mr. Gordon was recognized with a Smart CXO Award from SmartCEO Magazine. Mr. Gordon graduated from the University of Delaware with a bachelor's degree in business administration.
|
 |
Mitchell J. Paige, CPA, Chief Financial Officer
Mitchell Paige brings two decades of financial management experience to Dataprise. Prior to joining the firm in 2009, Mitchell was a manager in a regional CPA firm and Controller and Chief Financial Officer of private companies in the manufacturing, distribution and service sectors. In these roles, he developed knowledge and expertise in the areas of corporate finance, financial reporting, cash management, interpretation of financial results, strategic planning and general business administration.
Mr. Paige is a graduate of the University of Maryland, College Park, where he earned a bachelor of science degree in accounting. He has been a Certified Public Accountant since 1992 and a member of the AICPA and MACPA. Mr. Paige is a past president of the Save-A-Heart Foundation and former treasurer of Baltimore Adapted Recreation and Sports.
|
| VP's |
|
 |
David A. Dekowski, Vice President of Business Development
An award-winning sales management professional, David Dekowski joined the Dataprise team in 2003 and has more than 20 years of experience in the computer services industry. Mr. Dekowski has been integral to Dataprise's growth and development, overseeing both daily sales operations and sales team business development efforts.
A Certified Cisco Sales Specialist, Mr. Dekowski is a two-time recipient of Dataprise's national Business Development Award. He previously worked as a district sales manager for Paychex, Inc., a leading provider of payroll, human resources and benefits outsourcing. Mr. Dekowski holds a bachelor's degree in business administration from Towson University.
|
|
Mick Shah, Vice President of Technical Services
Mick Shah joined Dataprise in 2006 and is primarily responsible for leading the firm’s technical service delivery for the company. In his role, Mr. Shah manages all aspects of client operations including running the company’s Enterprise Services, Technical Services, Help Desk Services and Managed Services divisions.
Mr. Shah has over a decade of hands-on technical management experience and possesses both the technical and customer service skills required in this challenging position. Mr. Shah holds a bachelor's and master’s degree in Computer Science from North Carolina State University.
|
Directors: (in alphabetical order):
|
 |
Charles "Chaz" M. Chalkley, Director of Support Services
Before joining Dataprise in 2005, Mr. Chalkley managed operations for a small IT consulting company specializing in computer and network solutions. As Dataprise's Director of Support Services, Mr. Chalkley uses his more than 10 years of technical and customer service expertise to ensure that Dataprise network engineers and operations staff consistently deliver the highest quality technical services across company's diverse client base.
Mr. Chalkley holds numerous technical certifications as well as a bachelor's degree in Integrated Science and Technology from James Madison University.
|
 |
Daniel J. Clarke, Director of Marketing
Daniel Clarke joined the Dataprise team in early 2011, coming to us with over 10 years experience in corporate communications, traditional / online marketing & branding, business development, and website design & development. Mr. Clarke previously spent over 5 years working for a mid-sized IT Consulting firm in NY before switching to the legal services industry, spearheading the marketing divisions for two of the leading immigration and employment law firms in the US.
Mr. Clarke's responsibilities include company-wide branding & messaging, lead generation, web development & analytics, web & social media marketing, creative design, content writing and PR amongst other things. Mr. Clarke earned bachelor's degrees in Marketing Communications and Audio Engineering from two top universities in London, UK.
|
 |
Eric J. Leff, Director of Carrier & Telephony Services
Since joining the Dataprise team in 2002, Eric Leff has played an instrumental role in the growth of the company's Carrier and Telephony Service offerings. Leveraging his many years of business development and marketing experience in the technology industry, Mr. Leff has established and maintained strategic relationships with premier carrier partners. Before joining Dataprise, Mr. Leff spent seven years with MCI, where he won numerous business development awards.
Mr. Leff holds a bachelor's degree in consumer economics and marketing from the University of Maryland.
|
 |
Christopher A. Sousa, Director of Strategic Technologies
Christopher Sousa joined the Dataprise team in 2008 as the head of our Cloud Services division. As our Director of Strategic Technologies, Chris is now responsible for researching cutting edge technologies and developing new products and services. Chris also works with our Enterprise Design team as a subject matter expert for any large solutions that involve Cloud services, virtualization, or SAN components. Prior to joining Dataprise, Chris worked for two other Managed Services Providers in metro Atlanta serving as in a number of technical and managerial roles similar to his current role.
Chris attended Southern Polytechnic State University where he studied Computer Engineering. Chris holds numerous technical certifications including Certified Novell Administrator, Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer, and VMware Certified Professional.
|
 |
Marissa A. Withers, Director of Human Resources & Recruiting
Since joining the Dataprise team in 2005, Marissa Withers has played an integral role in the growth of the company by hiring talented employees and improving employee satisfaction and retention. She presently is responsible for over-seeing all hiring and Human Resources/Employee Relations initiatives across the company. Leveraging her passion for people and interpersonal skills, she has identified the right staffing strategies, spearheaded the company's new hire orientation process, and facilitated an employee-oriented culture.
Ms. Withers holds a Bachelor's Degree in Interpersonal Communication from the University of Delaware and in 2012, received her Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification.
|
 |
Francisco "FX" Xaviar, Director of Enterprise Services
Francisco Xaviar "FX" joined the Dataprise team in 2006. As our Director of Enterprise Services, FX is responsible for overseeing our projects and program management engagements. A veteran of the United States Air Force, FX has over 20 years of management and information technology expertise.
Prior to joining Dataprise, Francisco was the Network Administrator of the United States Trade and Development Agency where he organized, structured and maintained the entire USTDA network, website and IT policies and procedures.
Francisco attended the Community College of the Air Force and the University of Maryland where he studied Business Administration. He is a Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer, Cisco Certified Networking Associate as well as a Microsoft Certified Trainer.
|
| |
|