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TEAM MEMBERS
ANDREW HACKER, CEO
Professor Andrew J. Hacker is Founder and CEO of Thought and Cybersecurity Expert in Residence at Harrisburg University.
" Mr. Hacker has conceived and developed the concept of hybrid data and algorithms for the past six years
" He has extensive Cybersecurity experience and is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional
" Mr. Hacker has a BS in Electrical Engineering Rutgers College of Engineering
ANDREW WEISS, CHIEF COUNSEL
Mr. Andrew Weiss is the Chief Counsel of Thought Network.
" He is an attorney specializing in patent law and litigation for the high-tech industry
" Mr. Weiss has practiced more than 10 years since earning his JD at USC
PHILIP GRIM, CTO
Professor Philip A. Grim II is CTO of Thought Network and a Lecturer in Computer Science at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology.
" Mr. Grim's career as a professional software engineer has spanned more than 25 years of both military and civilian contractor experience
" Mr. Grim holds an Associate of Applied Science in Computer Programming Technology from Metropolitan Community College of Omaha, a Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems from St. Leo University, and a Master of Science in Analytics
" Currently pursuing Ph.D. in Analytics from Harrisburg University
MATTHEW HYKES, CHIEF SOFTWARE ARCHITECT
Matthew Hykes is Chief Software Architect at Thought Network.
" He has over a decade of experience as a full stack developer and systems architect, leveraging n-tier architectures for web, mobile, and games
" He plays a leading role on the software development team and provides the required guidance for taking the company's technology and products to the next level of functionality, design, and scalability
" Mr. Hykes has vast knowledge in Hyperledger, Ethereum, blockchain architectures, and smart contracts
SAMUEL JONES, CHIEF SOFTWARE ENGINEER
Samuel Jones is Chief Software Engineer of Thought Network.
" He has 13 years of experience building enterprise software for energy utilities, as well as the defense and intelligence communities as a civilian contractor
" Mr. Jones's experience has included customer information systems, network infrastructure coordination, network traffic visualization, and warehouse and organizational management software, along with his work in Smart Data and microservices with Thought Network
" Mr. Jones holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Science and a Bachelor of Arts in German from Missouri Southern State University as well as CompTIA Security+ certification
NATHANIEL DIMEMMO - INTERIM CFO/STRATEGY
Nathaniel is the COO/CFO of Though Network and is responsible for leading strategy and operations of the Thought Network.
" His work includes partnership and ecosystem development, long-term strategy, financial oversight and operational improvement
" Previously, Nathaniel worked as a strategy and management consultant in multiple sectors, including, fintech, manufacturing, healthcare, technology and business services
" Nathaniel has led the successful turnaround of a biotech and an insurance company
" He has also worked with start-ups raising venture capital and developed investment strategies for private equity firms and start-up studios
" He received his B.S. in Accounting from the Indiana University of Pennsylvania
GIL O'BRIEN, CMO
Gil O'Brien is the Chief Marketing Officer at Thought Network.
" He has extensive experience in Finance and Marketing and currently helps Financial Institutions offshore their New York accounting operations to reduce cost
" He received his MBA in Marketing from Baruch College - Zicklin School of Business
" He excelled as a Financial Advisor with Salomon Smith Barney
ADRIAN JONES, SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
Adrian Jones is a software developer at Thought Network.
" He possesses knowledge in several programming languages such as Java, C#, C++, C, Javascript, and Python
" He also possesses knowledge on Statistical Analysis and Differential/ Integral Calculus
" He has experience developing web applications and computer games as well
" He has worked with blockchain development using Hyperledger burrow and consensus engines such as Tendermint
" He is currently pursuing his Bachelor of Computer Science with a concentration in Software Engineering
ALEC WANTOCH, SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
Alec Wantoch is a software developer at Thought Network.
" His field of study is computer science with a focus in cyber security and AI, and he is proficient and has advanced knowledge in several programming languages including C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, Python, and Golang
" He is knowledgeable in Ethereum, smart contracts, and consensus algorithms
" Wantoch is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Computer Science at the Harrisburg University of Science and Technology
SAMUEL HEYBEY, SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
Sam Heybey is a software developer at Thought Network.
" He is a programmer pursuing a degree and career in computer science
" He has been programming as a hobby for over a decade in myriad languages including Python, Ruby, Javascript, HTML and CSS, C#, C, PHP, Java, and several purpose-built embedded scripting languages
MICHAEL RUSLING, SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
Michael Rusling is a programmer with Thought Network
" He spent two years as a contracted coder working on Java web app and front-end web development and leverages his UI and back-end experience to tackle similar problems today
" He has been pursuing personal programming projects for over twelve years and has experience with Java, HTML/CSS, JS, C#, PHP, and MySQL
" He recently finished his Bachelor's in Software Engineering and Analysis
RAMGOPAL PENUMATSA, SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
Ramgopal Penumatsa is a software developer at Thought Network working with Blockchain technology and testing.
" He has experience with Android mobile app, C, Java SE, Java EE, Python, javascript, .net and has a strong foundation in data structures and algorithms
" He is also knowledgeable in Hyperledger Fabric and Hyperledger Burrow
" Penumatsa holds a BE (Bachelor of Engineering) in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Andhra University in Vishakapatnam, India and is currently pursuing a graduate degree in Computer Information Science at The Harrisburg University of Science and Technology
NEELIMA BANDI, RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
Neelima Bandi is a research and development specialist at Thought Network.
" She worked for Amazon for 3 years as resolution specialist lead for the North America and UK region which constitutes Canada, America, and UK Space
" She completed a Bachelor of Arts in Electronics and Computer Engineering (ECE) in India from Vignana Bharathi Institute of Technology and is currently pursuing her master's degree in Information Systems Management and Engineering at the Harrisburg University of Science and Technology
KARAN RAJ, RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
Karan Raj is a research and development specialist at Thought Network.
" He worked with Amazon for 3 years as a transportation specialist for Operations of the European region
" He is knowledgeable in Hyperledger
" Raj completed a Bachelor of Arts from Aurora Scientific Technological and Research Academy in Computer Science Engineering and is currently pursuing his Master's degree in Information Systems Engineering and Management at the Harrisburg University of Science and Technology
KATE SPAAN, IT SPECIALIST
Ms. Kate Spaan is student intern with a highly technical background and strong interest in STEM.
" She has experience in ethical hacking techniques
" Is part of our student outreach program to help increase interest and awareness in STEM, especially in cybersecurity and blockchain
ZACK PELKEY, SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
Zack Pelkey is a software developer at Thought Network
" His field of study is computer science
" He is proficient and has advanced knowledge in several programming languages including C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, Python and Golang
" Pelkey is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Computer Science at the Harrisburg University of Science and Technology
ED SAMPSON, IT SPECIALIST
Edward Sampson Jr. is an IT Specialist with Thought Network.
" He is currently earning his Bachelor's in Software Engineering
" While attending Harrisburg University, he utilizes infrastructure as code in personal projects to create services
" In developing software and infrastructure as code system he has gained experience with Python, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, MariaDB, SaltStack, and Docker
ADVISORS
DR. ERIC DARR
Dr. Eric Darr was named President of Harrisburg University by the Board of Trustees effective May 9, 2013. He previously served as interim president since July 1, 2012.
Under Dr. Darr's leadership, the University:
" Expanded to include a Philadelphia location
" Welcomed the largest class of new students in its history
" Launched new graduate and undergraduate degree programs
" Secured grants and scholarship support
" Opened new housing for its students
" Began construction on a third housing project for students
DR. KEVIN PURCELL
Kevin Purcell is the Chief Scientist at WildFig, a data science and analytics consultancy based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
" Before joining WildFig, Dr. Purcell's held research appointments in the Sustainable Fisheries Branch of the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration and the Nicholas School of the Environment at Duke University
" Dr. Purcell's research employs a variety of computational and statistical approaches to quantify the dynamics of disturbance on complex systems
" He also serves as a Corporate Faculty member in the Analytics Group at Harrisburg University
DR. GLENN MITCHELL
Dr. Mitchell is Professor and Program Lead for Healthcare Informatics at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology in Harrisburg, PA.
" He was the Chief Medical Officer and Acting Chief Medical Information Officer for the Sisters of Mercy Health System, responsible for establishing the Center for Medical Informatics and the Center for Quality and Safety
" For 30 years, he has been involved locally, nationally, and internationally in the development of provider and staff education and leadership development
" He is a retired Army Colonel
" Fellow and Past President of the Aerospace Medical Association
" Former Vice-Chair of the American Board of Preventive Medicine
" Life Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians.
" He has authored over 40 publications and has received numerous military and civilian awards.
DR. RAND FORD
Dr. Ford is currently Professor of Analytics at the Harrisburg University of Science and Technology. His previous experience includes the University of Maryland University College where he worked as Director and Professor for the Data Analytics Program.
" Prior to that, he served as Chair of the Computer Science Department at Hood College and as President of their faculty
" Additionally, throughout his career, he has held C-level positions at 6 different companies
" Dr. Ford earned his Ph.D. in Artificial Intelligence, along with a master's and bachelor's, from the Johns Hopkins University
" He holds two patents and is active in both academic and applied research. Rand's areas of expertise are in the analysis of unstructured data, natural language processing, and machine learning
J. GREGORY SWENDSEN
J. Gregory Swendsen in the founder and president of Swendsen & Company which is a financial management company that provides seed and venture capital investments to life sciences and biotechnology firms.
" He is a board member of the American Life Science Pharmaceuticals, Inc. which is a clinical stage Alzheimer's and neurodegenerative disease company
" He raised over $500 million for pharmaceutical and biotech companies
MATTHEW CALISTRI
Mr. Calistri is Vice President, Investor Relations with Biogen and has an MBA in Finance from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business and BS Accounting from Fordham University.
ETHAN GROSSMAN
Mr. Grossman is has led several high profile R&D groups in the audio and media industries and has experience with embedded systems design. Mr. Grossman has a BS Electrical Engineering from California State University at San Francisco.
ROHIT TANDON
Rohit holds a Master of Science degree in Engineering from the University of Arizona where he studied with full academic fellowship, and a Bachelor's in Technology degree from Indian Institute of Technology, Varanasi.
" Throughout his career, Rohit has enjoyed IT architecture work around contemporary IT technologies. He continues his passion as a hands-on/certified architect in several of the emerging Blockchain Protocols since 2013, and growing Elevondata.com and Chainworks.com as a founder via Big Data/Cloud Analytics/RPA/Blockchain development
" Rohit serves on the Board of Directors for iControl, a leading payment processor for Retail industry; he is a Lifetime Member of the Bitcoin Foundation since 2013
" Rohit has been on the bleeding edge of C-Suite Advisory around Blockchain, ICO's, Data Management and Cloud Adoption. He is the Chief Blockchain Officer for Lucidexchange.io and Blockchain Advisor at Thought.Live, and advisor to the CEO of Loyakk.io
" Prior to founding Elevondata, he was Oracle's global product strategist and also led its North American BI/Technology consulting practice
DR. KEVIN HUGGINS
Visionary leader with expertise in bringing together diverse groups to innovatively address challenging issues. Exceptionally adept at building and leading diverse teams to solve technically complex problems.
" Over 15 years of experience teaching and directing computer science and information technology courses at the university level
" Extensive background in developing curricula for computer science, information technology, and cyber operations
" Recognized expertise in engineering accreditation (ABET) and continuous improvement processes
" Has an active TS clearance
CHARLES PALMER
Charles is the Executive Director of the Center for Advanced Entertainment and Learning Technologies at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology
" He oversees the design and development of ventures in new and emerging technologies
" Serves as the Program Lead for the undergraduate Interactive Media program
" Is an advisor to the Learning Technology Masters of Science program
" Coordinates the High School Gaming Academy, and mentors students on research projects in the fields of augmented and virtual reality, mobile computing, web application development, video production, desktop manufacturing (3d printing), motion graphics and interactive games
" As a technologist, author and international speaker, Professor Palmer lectures on virtual reality, 3d printing, gamification, and simulations linking learning and research to practical outcomes
DR. LEENA PATTARKINE
Dr. Mrunalini Pattarkine has a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from the Indian Institute of Technology and has extensive experience in biochemistry, biotechnology, and nanobiotechnology.
" She has worked on membranes, proteins, lipids, DNA diagnostics (gene therapy, DNA chips), and protein immobilization for developing them as nanobiotechnological material
" She has experience with bioanalytical techniques for establishing structure-function relationships for macromolecules (proteins, nucleic acids)
" She has also worked with liposomes and reverse micelles as membrane mimetic systems.
" She has conducted research in environmental biotechnology project related to uranium bioremediation
" She has been a recipient of Pennsylvania's Keystone Innovative Zone Grant for research on the development of a hand-held biosensor for the detection of Methicillin-resistant /Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)
JENA BINDERUP
Jena Binderup is a technical writer, marketing professional, and creative with 10 years of experience specializing in developing targeted communications, marketing strategies and technical storylines for complex technologies in emerging industries including cryptocurrency and fintech, computers and engineering, law, healthcare, telecommunications, and military and defense/law enforcement.
" She has consulted for government and private sectors
" Binderup is skilled in public speaking and sales; client acquisition and retention; and highly tailored communications
" Binderup holds a BA in International Relations from Goucher College and is certified to teach English to speakers of other languages
SCOTT BOGGS
As Creative Director, Scott Boggs has spent his 20 years in the branding and advertising space solving problems simply and beautifully. Whether guiding brands with household names, directing multidisciplinary teams, or enabling creative expression across traditional and digital channels, the goal remains the same: make it simple, make it smart, make it sing.
DAVID DRAKE
David Drake is the Founder and Chairman at LDJ Capital, a multi-family office which deals in various funds worldwide with over $1.5 trillion in assets, and maintains over 50+ global directors and family office partners.
" Most recently, Mr. Drake is also seen as a leader in cryptocurrency. Mr. Drake saw the value of digital assets when everyone was avoiding them. It all started in 2011 when Mr. Drake collaborated on the JOBS Act to create new laws underlying all fundraising in the U.S. for all ICOs.
" His crypto hedge funds hold crypto, ICOs, and fintech equity as seed investments to help new coins to be made via ICOs.
" His company also offers bridge financing to seed upcoming ICOs
" Mr. Drake was born in Sweden and is fluent in six languages.
" He holds an MBA in Finance and an MA in International Law and Economics from Georg Washington University in DC, where he was awarded the Wallenberg Scholarship for academic merit.
THOUGHT ON THE MEDIA
[The Merkle] Harrisburg University Backed Thought ICO Eliminates Traditional Applications
[The Merkle] Harrisburg University backed Thought Network launches Pre-ICO on 1st of March, 2018
[The Merkle] Patented Technology Behind Thought Network Changes Data Processing As We Know It
[The Merkle] Harrisburg University Backed THOUGHT ICO Launches Whitelist
[CCN] Harrisburg University Backed Thought Network Launches Pre-ICO on 1st of March, 2018
[CCN] Patented Technology behind Thought Network Changes Data Processing as We Know It
[CCN] Harrisburg University Backed THOUGHT ICO Launches Whitelist
[PRNews] Patent Awarded for "Smart Data" technology to Harrisburg University Professor
[Crypto Finance 24] Thought ICO adds David Drake of LDJ Capital to Advisory Board
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