Robert Anthony Pitera
Hi, I'm Robert Anthony Pitera. I'd like to help you utilize technology to the fullest!
Robert Anthony Pitera's Bio:
Robert Anthony Pitera's Experience:
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Site Administrator/Webmaster at The Pingry School
2000 - 2001Administered and maintained 900 + node WAN, provided support to 900+ users on all applications including office productivity suites, accounting and department specific software. Supervised tech support staff of 3, including consultants. Responsible for maintaining multiple websites including graphics and scripting to spec. Assisted PR department with graphics and photographic expertise also provided consulting and support to Fine Arts department with all technology applications. Managed all IT projects and reported to the newly hired Director of Technology. Supported Netware, Windows and Linux servers with Windows and MacOS clients.
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Director of Technology/Webmaster at The Pingry School
1996 - 2000Technical Management- Managed the technical staff of the Network Operations Center at the Martinsville and Short Hills campuses. Supervised the administration, maintenance, operation and scheduling of all network resources and labs to ensure the maximum use and full potential. Responsible for all technical aspects of computing for both campuses for all Administrative and Academic departments. Provided 24/7 responses to all network and site failures, and provide support for its user community. Provide direct technical expertise where necessary. Administrative Management- Supervised tech support staff of 6, including consultants. Managed the daily operations in the Technology office and its paper flow. Assisted in the creation of the Capital Technology budget and its management. Decision maker on all technology purchases for the school. Assisted and advised on policy decisions where appropriate. Managed and maintained all records and inventory. Promotional- Promoted the technology programs both internally as a motivator and innovator, and amongst the school's community at large. Made the Office of Technology available and accessible to the Alumni, Parents and Student body and act as a representative in public functions. Gained support and recognition for technology initiatives on a national and local level through strategic partnerships with global vendors (Novell, Microsoft, WebSense) as well as local and national media (newspapers, television). Brought the school's vision and culture to a worldwide community as Webmaster of the school's web presence. Promoted the schools ideals through community service participation by taking a leadership role as Team Captain in the FIRST Robotics Competition.
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Senior Network Engineer at Boise Technologies
1993 - 1996Acted as an Implementation Engineer on various projects, provided on site client support, assisted sales staff with technical proposals and site evaluations. Provided internal helpdesk support and helped to train other technicians. Helped create promotional materials and designed the original logo. Clients included The Courier-News, many New Jersey public and private schools and long-term care facilities.
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General/Operations Manager at Dependable Transportation, Inc.
1990 - 1993General Manager for a successful Freight Forwarding, TL/LTL and Warehousing operation in the Detroit Metro Airport Area, one of the nation's busiest hubs. Responsible for day to day operations including accounting and management of operations staff. Worked directly with other carriers to resolve claims and credit issues. Implemented internal freight tracking systems to provide point to point status and POD for clients. Trained operations staff on technology use including software and hardware and provided internal helpdesk support. Implemented System/36 OS Emulation based freight forwarding management system including installation, training and on-going support
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President/CEO at West of East, Incorporated
April 2001Full service consulting practice providing Graphic and Web Design, Marketing and Advertising Services, Network/Desktop Design and Support and Data Solutions consulting. We also provide temporary staffing solutions and support services for premier area value-added resellers.
Robert Anthony Pitera's Education:
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Scotch Plains Fanwood High School
1976 – 1979Activities: Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA), Reporter/Feature Columnist for "Fanscotian"
Robert Anthony Pitera's Interests & Activities:
Marketing, Psychology, Education, Philosophy Musician & Vocalist, Home Recording