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TRAVIS GREER

Principle Consultant
Ralston,Oklahoma
TRAVIS GREER

Summary

Self-motivated, detail oriented, capable of business development, project management and implementation from conception to completion, able to troubleshoot business process and streamline business direction on an independent basis or as a member of a team, able to interact and communicate effectively at all levels. Quality-focused Principal Consultant successful at managing customer expectations and delivering exceptional results built on extensive industry knowledge and intuitive abilities. Accomplished Consultant drives organizational improvements through leveraging expertise in research and system enhancement. Well-versed in collaborating with employees and leaders to resolve control and procedural problems negatively affecting business operations. Dedicated to cost, process and resource optimization. Experienced and enthusiastic Consultant with track record of success across wide range of industries. Possesses exceptional interpersonal, problem-solving and analytical skills to provide advice and expertise to client organizations improving business performance. Experienced in all aspects of operations, strategy and finance. Reliable business professional with experience in project management, process improvement and financial analysis. Proven track record of successfully streamlining business operations and reducing costs. Adept at analyzing data to identify trends and developing strategies to improve efficiency. Experienced Principal Consultant with 35+ years of industry experience. Plans and implements solutions for customers that meet and exceed expectations.

Overview

39
years of professional experience

Work History

Tracon Industries, Inc.

Principle Consultant
11.1993 - Current

Job overview

  • Telecommunications & Technology Solutions Consultants
  • Strong Project Management Skills (Construction/ Software/ Telecom/
  • Infrastructure/ Business Development) (Familiar with all Telecommunications
  • Technology and Controls Software)
  • Heavy Internet and E-commerce Business Development, and Solutions Architect
  • Compiled research data and gave professional presentations highlighting finds and recommended optimizations.
  • Directed onsite training for business users to maximize productivity.
  • Implemented practices and procedures to reduce expenditures and increase savings.
  • Liaised with customers, management, and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
  • Organized and created shooting schedules for graphic design team, supervising progress of projects from production to post production.
  • Analyzed problematic areas to provide recommendations and solutions.
  • Applied Technology and Telecommunications expertise to support company sales and service functions.
  • Conducted thorough reviews of operations to devise and deploy improvement strategies.
  • Provided detailed advice to customers regarding comprehensive business strategies and analytics
  • Integrated technology and business operations to identify targeted solutions to customer issues.
  • Diagnosed and troubleshot UNIX and Windows processing problems and applied solutions to increase operational efficiency.
  • Aligned closely with business owners and employees to gather information and gain operational insight.
  • Assisted in design and integration of United Video Satellite Group’s current facilities
  • Provided integration services for VYVX’s international fiber optics switched video network
  • Project Management/ Network Design Director for an new wireless/ CLEC in Latin America
  • Design of interactive multimedia cable system and transmission facilities for TELE-TV
  • Owned an ISP for three years (1500 dial up 200 high-capacity business & VPN users)
  • Quality control and integration services for Lucent Technologies in Ohio
  • Installation & provisioning of DS-3/ OC-3c/OC-12 transmission equipment for
  • Cable & Wireless
  • Conceptual design of VR and Smart Communities
  • Installation and engineering of various makes and models of telecommunications equipment, Wired and Wireless and Hybrid Solutions
  • Site Acquisition, contract & lease negotiation (ie
  • NORTEL,
  • ALCATEL,
  • FUJITSU, SIEMENS, NEC, MOTOROLA, ERICSSON, CISCO, 3COM, DEC, EMC, NOKIA, SUN,
  • LUCENT, DSC,
  • SAMSUNG, 3M, SEICOR, QUALCOMM,
  • AT&T, ADC, TELLABS, HP, MITEL, FORE, DMC, HARRIS, CALIFORNIA MICROWAVE
  • Quality control and site turn-up inspector for Northern Telecom and Spirit PCS deployment in Indianapolis area MTA
  • (100 sites) (to include site acquisition, cell site construction, RF Optimization and
  • Call Process verification, utilizing various RF text and measurement equipment in the CDMA 800 / 900 MHZ Frequency Spectrum.)
  • EF& I of all makes, models of telecommunications equipment for various clients globally.; provide high-speed data communications inventory management and remote telemetry
  • Project Management, Site Engineering, and test and turn-up of local, long distance, and transmission facilities for MCI WorldCom
  • Project Management, Strategic Planning of MCI WorldCom’s Global operations center move from
  • Chicago to St
  • Louis
  • (To include upgrade and maintenance of 3000 node global financial networks, consisting of Cisco, Bay Networks, NetEdge, 3com, Ascend, lucent, Xyplex, routers switches, hubs, and terminal servers
  • New circuit provisioning, test and turn-up.)
  • Acquire, Engineer, Construct and Deploy numerous Cellular/ Microwave/ POP/
  • Switching Locations Internationally and Domestically
  • Involved in engineering and deployment of E-911 systems for various
  • Municipalities, and Carriers
  • Works in Progress:
  • Currently Consulting On:
  • Deployment of several privately owned Fiber Optic and hybrid wireless network for educational healthcare institutions, municipalities, and the telecommunications industry
  • Conceptual design and engineering for the functional infrastructure of a virtual/ smart community
  • Project Management, Engineering, and deployment of a Global BTV unit for Eli
  • Lilly Pharmaceuticals
  • (Phase 1 and 2)
  • Comprehensive Enterprise Information Network Infrastructure Development and
  • Preliminary Implementation Including Detailed Requirements Identification, and Network Architecture
  • Design
  • To include various Transport and Distribution technologies
  • (i.e ATM, SONET, i2, FDDI, FDDI-2, ADSL, xDSL, Hybrid Broadband, DWDM and RF distribution.)
  • Disaster Recovery Planning and Implementation
  • Design, Development, and Implementation of Complex Proprietary E-Commerce and Internet Applications
  • Strategic Business Planning, Business Case Studies, Business Analysis
  • Municipal/Regional/State/ National Wi-Fi (802.11x & 802.16x) Consulting, Planning and Implementation.

Nortel Networks / Unefon

National Network Design Authority and Architect
01.1999 - 12.2001

Job overview

  • Unefon - Mexico; Responsible for all aspects of Engineering and Integration for entire country
  • P&L Responsibility ($600, 000, 000- directly > $ 28, 000,000.) Direct 50 Engineering staff, all disciplines
  • Responsible for all RF Planning/ Billing Systems/ Network Operations Center/ Site Acquisition/ Call Center Integration for entire country of Mexico
  • Project Management/ System Integration
  • Analyzed and defined network requirements, optimization and support for all telecom / DataCom projects.
  • Provided detailed information on hardware and software products so that appropriate stakeholders could make suitable purchasing decisions.
  • Attained efficiencies through implementation of paperless document approval system and new automated sales-to-delivery and order processing system.
  • Analyzed, identified and resolved complex network hardware and software integration problems.
  • Prioritized simultaneous projects to perform effectively under shifting deadlines in fast-paced highly charged environment.
  • Provided security incident triage and response.
  • Researched and recommended network products, services, protocols and standards for network development and future strategic business directions.
  • Oversaw network performance, making changes to boost overall efficiency and power.
  • Developed and wrote recommendations for departmental policies, procedures, technical standards and guidelines.
  • Provided firewall and VPN management, Cyber- Security and incident response.
  • Reviewed technical specifications from clients and vendors to confirm adequacy, accuracy and functionality.
  • Oversaw development and maintenance of computer systems, server upgrades and operating systems.
  • Planned implementation of network enhancements and upgrades.
  • Identified means to reduce and control expenses by conducting cost, schedule and contract performance analysis and improving resource allocation.
  • Collaborated with engineering to report issues, manage project deliverables and provide status reports.
  • Supported data center power and cooling infrastructure and consistently applied critical facility operational best practices.
  • Analyzed and produced recommendations on continuous network improvements.
  • Spearheaded and led major network installation and upgrade project.
  • Implemented WAN and LAN designs in multi-datacenter configurations.
  • Analyzed, troubleshot and enhanced network performance to drive efficiency.
  • Collaborated with teams in disaster planning, network backup and recovery process monitoring.

Cinergy

Site Engineer
01.1998 - 12.1999

Job overview

  • Integrate software/ hardware solution for RTTI (Real-Time Tracking of Inventory)
  • Utilizing Wireless technology and Data warehouse Web based services
  • (A very technology/ forward
  • TRAVIS GREER - page 2 thinking business process rich project.

USPS

Traffic Coordinator
01.1997 - 12.1998

Job overview

  • Provide system integration services in support of USPS roll out of GPS vehicular tracking system
  • System was able to report real-time position of any and all vehicle across the city of Indianapolis
  • All information was downloaded into a
  • SCADA type system for real-time display and tracking.

WilTel,gt Vyvx Fiber Optic Broadcast Services

Contract Consultant
07.1993 - 11.1994

Job overview

  • Responsible for all major networks on 30, 000 mile fiber optic network and various satellite uplink/ downlink facilities throughout the U.S and abroad
  • Interface with customers, both foreign and domestic, as well as long distance carriers and local loop providers
  • Enforced strict FCC quality control; emergency restoral of service (on call ERS Technician)
  • Operate VYVX’s on-line video/digital switching system in multi-city national network
  • Including the monitoring of total system connectivity and system quality; respond to system alarm; route customers traffic; trouble-shoot customer video/ audio problems at remote telecasts via telephone and/or remote test equipment; schedule customers usage time on the network; maintain records or computerized billing system; and identify/ isolate trends and problematic areas with signal transmission
  • Also responsible for identifying/ troubleshooting/ analog/ digital/ fiber optic local loop and associated equipment problems via onsite or remote software- controlled test equipment.
  • Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
  • Developed and updated tracking spreadsheets for process monitoring and reporting.
  • Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
  • Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
  • Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
  • Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
  • Developed new proposals, contracts and procedures to draw in more clients and streamline work operations.
  • Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
  • Evaluated situations and delivered targeted solutions using various tools and resources.
  • Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
  • Supported creation of detailed, technical financial models to value potential acquisition targets.

CEW

System Integrator
12.1993 - 02.1994

Job overview

  • Systems integration, RF coordination and engineering surveys, satellite transmission equipment calibration and installation; termination and lash-up; integration and debugging of various makes and models of audio and video editing and transmission equipment for broadcasting.

OCULUS

Operations Manager
08.1991 - 07.1993

Job overview

  • Supervision of personnel, system integration, satellite, transmission equipment calibration and installation; termination and lash-up; integration and debugging of various makes and models of audio and video editing and transmission equipment for broadcasting and telecommunications applications
  • LAN/ WAN Administrator for data transmission via satellite and/or landline.

United States Navy, USN

Electronic Warfare Technician
07.1984 - 08.1991

Job overview

  • Held a TOP SECRET security clearance
  • Performed troubleshooting, preventative, and corrective maintenance on the AN/ SLQ-32 (V-3)
  • Electronic RF Surveillance and
  • Countermeasure System, SLA-10 RF Radar Blanking System, AN/ULQ-16 RF Signal Pulse
  • Analyzer and related systems
  • Supervised, trained, scheduled, and coordinated junior personnel in all phases of their maintenance and related activities
  • Served as Supervisory RT and Engineering
  • Technician on the AN/SLQ-32 System, Supply and
  • Directed tactical operations in complex and challenging environments.
  • Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
  • Planned and coordinated tactical movements of personnel and equipment.
  • Devised and implemented battle plans to achieve tactical objectives.
  • Analyzed intelligence reports and identified potential tactical threats.
  • Integrated intelligence activities into other military operations, plans and programs.
  • Led team in developing strategic plans to meet operational objectives.
  • Communicated with command centers to develop and execute tactical plans.
  • Executed tactical operations with accuracy and control.
  • Directed collection, organization and application of field intelligence and combat data to enhance troop safety and operational success.
  • Trained and mentored personnel in combat operations and tactics.

Education

United States Navy Technical Training
Orlando/Pensacola, Florida

GED
12.1989

Skills

  • 3,4,5,6 G
  • Active directory
  • ADSL
  • Ascend
  • ASIC
  • AutoCAD
  • Basic
  • Reports and Documentation
  • Requirements Specifications
  • Data Collection
  • NET Framework
  • Safety Regulations
  • Project Management
  • Security Standards
  • Project Deadlines
  • Issue Resolution
  • Change Management
  • Mission Critical Applications
  • Solution Development
  • Content Management Systems
  • User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
  • Project Analysis
  • Technology Implementation
  • Software Troubleshooting
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Cloud Computing
  • Project Coordination
  • Professional Relationships
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Data Warehousing
  • Client Rapport-Building
  • Market Penetration
  • Learning Platforms
  • Technical Integration
  • Network Performance
  • Server Consolidation
  • Network Operations
  • Process Optimization
  • Financial Planning
  • Subject Matter Expert
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Climate Systems
  • Honesty and Integrity
  • Status Meetings
  • Mobile Devices
  • Conductivity Indicators
  • Disaster Recovery Planning
  • Manual Testing
  • Managing RFPS
  • Acceptance Criteria
  • Global Thinking
  • Resource Evaluation
  • Client Engagement
  • Data Extraction
  • Strategic Planning
  • Consultation and Advisement
  • Customer Needs Assessments
  • Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
  • Bug Fixes
  • Corrective Actions
  • Server Management
  • Project Records
  • Analysis and Evaluation
  • Outcome Accountability
  • Portal Systems
  • Enterprise Network Hardware
  • Forecasting and Reporting
  • Work Product Development
  • Timely Project Completion
  • Attention to Detail
  • Architecture and design
  • Network architecture design
  • Software Architecture Design
  • International and domestic travel

Languages

Hebrew
Limited Working
French
Limited Working
Spanish
Limited Working
English
Native or Bilingual

Charity / NGO's

www.valorhousefoundation.org

Timeline

National Network Design Authority and Architect

Nortel Networks / Unefon
01.1999 - 12.2001

Site Engineer

Cinergy
01.1998 - 12.1999

Traffic Coordinator

USPS
01.1997 - 12.1998

System Integrator

CEW
12.1993 - 02.1994

Principle Consultant

Tracon Industries, Inc.
11.1993 - Current

Contract Consultant

WilTel,gt Vyvx Fiber Optic Broadcast Services
07.1993 - 11.1994

Operations Manager

OCULUS
08.1991 - 07.1993

Electronic Warfare Technician

United States Navy, USN
07.1984 - 08.1991

United States Navy Technical Training

GED

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