MEET THE TEAM
The management team put in place has between 20 - 40 years of professional corporate business experience
With four decades of professional experience in finance, accounting, and information technology, with a specialization in vehicle tracking systems. Roles ranging from insurance and accounting roles to managing large IT projects, including virtualization and data center migrations. Strong leadership skills characterized by an inclusive approach and visionary in integrating cutting-edge technologies with asset tracking solutions. Renowned for his visionary perspective, Vince keenly integrates asset tracking with cutting-edge technologies, positioning himself as a trailblazer in the vehicle tracking domain and as a thought leader for VKIIOT.
Roles:
- Systems Administrator, Evanston Township High School (Current)
- IT Consultant, Dell\EMC Technologies
- IT Analyst, Comcast
- Sr Staff Accountant, William E. Stewart & Co.
Sr Commercial Lines Insurance Underwriter, Firemans Fund Insurance Companies
Education:
- Roosevelt University, Chicago, Illinois – BS Degree in Finance
Value to team:
Vincent Stewart brings a unique fusion of finance acumen and technological expertise to his role as CEO & Strategist of VKIIOT, ideally suited to propel the company and its innovative offerings to the forefront of the Industrial IOT sector.
Twenty+ years of experience in advertising, marketing, consumer/trade promotions and event sponsorships. Seasoned in all aspects of marketing to include strategic planning and implementation; annual marketing/media plan development and execution; budget and timeline development/management; new product development and product introduction; vendor and media negotiations; cultivating client, media and vendor relationships.
Roles:
- Soft Sheen Products – Brand Manager for Care Free Curl, Optimum Relaxer and Sportin' Waves
- Burrell Communications Group – Account Supervisor for Kmart, Sears, Quaker Oats
- I Like It Communications – VP Marketing and Advertising for McDonalds and the Discovery Network
- RJ Dale Advertising & Public Relations – Senior Account Supervisor for the ComEd and Jewel-Osco accounts
- Flowers Communications Group – Account Director of Advertising for Luster Products
Education:
Western Illinois University
Bachelor of Business in Marketing with an emphasis in Advertising
Value to team:
Carla Taylor's brings strategic marketing acumen is geared to craft compelling brand stories and deploy innovative promotional tactics, capturing market attention. Her proven skill in fostering media and vendor partnerships opens expansive opportunities, while her expertise in campaign management and product launches ensures competitive market positioning.
Over thirty years of technical expertise in network security and software quality engineering with a strong emphasis on maintaining operational excellence and achieving a network uptime of 99.999%. Scott's role involves overseeing the integration and management of advanced technology solutions, including relational databases, disaster recovery, and cloud services.
Roles:
- Chief Technology Officer, Stealth Mode Startup Company
- Vice President of Software Quality Engineering, Mphasis
- Director Of Software Quality Assurance, UST Global & Intuit
- Architect / Manager / Director of Software Quality, Fidelity Investments
- Sr. Consultant, Manager, Quality Engineering, Cervello
- Engineering Leader, Independent Consultancy
- Software Engineering Leader (Quality) & Cloud Solutions Architect, Independent Consultant
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Value to team:
Scott Aziz represents an invaluable addition to any project, bringing a wealth of experience in cloud computing, software quality, and data architecture. His comprehensive background and forward-thinking approach in technology leadership position him as a dynamic force capable of steering complex digital transformations and ensuring the highest standards of network security and efficiency.
Erica V. Cox is a highly accomplished Project Manager with over two decades of experience in the IT industry, specializing in data center buildouts and technology implementations. Her expertise encompasses a broad array of technologies and methodologies, aimed at optimizing operations and surpassing stakeholder expectations through swift project delivery and process enhancement. Additionally, Erica has assumed a hybrid role encompassing all of her talents and is the interim Chief Operations Officer. She has been pivotal in executing tasks for every part of the organization from day one wearing multiple hats in efforts to grow subscribers.
Roles:
- Project Manager, AT\&T - IBM Corporation, Chicago, IL
- Project Manager, AT\&T Corporation, Chicago, IL
- Project Manager, Electronic Data Systems, Birmingham, AL
- Technical Support Specialist, Electronic Data Systems, Birmingham, AL
Education:
- Juris Doctor Degree, Birmingham School of Law, Birmingham, AL
- BSBA in Management Information Systems, University of Alabama at Birmingham
Value to team:
Erica V. Cox brings a multidimensional expertise to her projects, blending over 20 years of technical project management experience with legal knowledge and strategic planning skills. Her comprehensive understanding of data center technologies, combined with her ability to drive process improvements and manage large-scale projects, positions her as an invaluable asset to any initiative. Erica's approach is deeply rooted in her meticulous planning, stakeholder management, and a strong commitment towards meeting project deliverables within the stipulated timelines.
With over 25 years of experience, Camille A. Rhoades excels in Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) within the IT sector, demonstrating a keen proficiency in enhancing IT infrastructure through rigorous compliance and governance frameworks. Her career is marked by significant contributions in IT audit support, process improvement, and risk management, particularly within SOX and PCI DSS frameworks.
Roles:
- IT Process Design & Governance Analyst, Blue Cross and Blue Shield
- IT Security, Governance, Risk & Compliance Analyst, WideOpenWest (WOW!), LLC, Naperville, IL
- Technical Writer, SOX-PCI Consultant – Contractor, WideOpenWest (WOW!), LLC
- Senior Positions in IT Operations and QA, AT\&T Services, Inc., Hoffman Estates, IL
- Business Analyst and IT Process Specialist, Ameritech/SBC Services, Inc.
Education:
- Bachelor of Science in Journalism with a Minor in English, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH
Value to team:
James E. Moss brings a significant background in IT Operations to the table, distinguished by his role as a Senior Program/Project Manager with a sharp focus on Cloud Migration. His experience encompasses orchestrating large-scale IT infrastructure and Cloud application deployments, primarily targeting core business functionalities across a range of global corporations. His technical leadership is characterized by adept handling of complex technical, organizational, and strategic challenges, ensuring the success of the projects he oversees. At VKIIOT James will have an hybrid role in the Program\Project Management organization.
Roles:
- State Street Bank, Princeton, NJ:** Sr. Program Manager
- Dell EMC Consulting, Warren, NJ:** Global Advisory Consultant
- JP Morgan Chase, Multiple Locations:** Various roles including Vice President and Infrastructure Senior Manager
- Goldman Sachs, Jersey City, NJ:** Consultant/Project Manager
- Citco Technology Management, Jersey City, NJ:** Senior Manager of Global Change, Release Configuration Manager
Education:
He has completed The Project Management Certificate Program and is actively pursuing PMI Certification (PMP).
Value to team:
James has showcased exceptional prowess in leading Microsoft O365 implementations, managing intranet website redesigns under budget, and executing successful migrations and consolidations through virtualization. His expertise also extends to orchestrating Application Suitability reviews for Cloud transformation, infrastructure development for new data centers, and spearheading Data Center Operations improvements aimed at cost reduction and enhanced disaster recovery plans.
