Rick has over 18 years of experience in voice and data network engineering. He gained his engineering experience while serving 11 years in the United States Air Force. During this time he specialized in designing and implementing tactical local area and wide area networks with specific expertise in BGP routing and network security in converged environments. After separating from the Air Force he was hired by Quantum Technology Services, a Florida based military contractor, to launch their IT Engineering Division where he was first introduced to Telephony Partners. 5 years later he joined the Telephony Partners executive team and shares in management responsibilities for the overall strategic and tactical direction of the company.