Our Team

Dr. Walt Atkins
Sr. Business Advisor and Strategies

Dr. Atkins, has held Sr. level positions such as Space Systems Manager, Joint Chiefs of Staff, The Pentagon, managing a $20 Billion budget, Deputy Director Space and Strategic Systems, U.S. Airforce Command. Program Manager Defense Dissemination U.S. Airforce and Commander U.S. Air force. Walt has received numerous Letters of Appreciation for briefings to The Joint Chief of Staff, Central Intelligence Agency Senior Staff, and The White House. He has taught high level disciplines such as Computer science, physics and Math for the U.S. Airforce Academy and major universities.

 

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Gerald Stafford
President

As the CEO and President Gerald oversees the strategic vision of the organization.  He has led the successful operations and implementation of IT training programs in multiple markets from career changers, customized corporate training, and online IT programs, while establishing a vendor-approved certification program for IT Trainers.  He currently spearheads the implementation of certifications to meet government directives, while defining opportunities for career changers, career accelerators, government agencies, and veterans in the public and private sectors.

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Ed Petrie
V.P. of Sales and Marketing

As the Vice President, Sales and Marketing, Ed is an accomplished executive, sales psychology trainer, marketer, writer.  Ed has an in-depth understanding of emotional intelligence and behavioral psychology. He is a soft skills expert and self-awareness speaker. He is also an accomplished writer. Ed was instrumental in building what was the largest Microsoft IT Academy in the nation. He is an early pioneer in the career-changer space. Having a rich empathic approach to both student and client needs informs his perspective for student success

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Karen Rogers
Chief Administrative Officer and Head of Operations

As the Chief Administrative Officer  of Professional Services and Operations. Karen is responsible for the execution of company strategies, outcomes, and performance management. This includes but is not limited to program selection, order and methods of delivery and operational management in meeting  client expectations. Karen has extensive experience in meeting the outcomes and objectives for large organizations that includes one of the largest Non-Profits in the U.S..

 

 

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Robyn Adams Stafford
Program Director Interpersonal Skills • Licensed Clinical Social Worker

As the Program Director of Interpersonal Skills Development she is a (LCSW)  a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in providing support to individuals seeking guidance in working through complex emotions, and traumatic experiences. Robyn has an immense amount of experience in working with individuals who have experienced a wide range of trauma in their lives.  In addition to being a licensed Clinical Social Worker, Robyn is an author, a public speaker, a trainer, and facilitator. 

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Renee Byrd
Director Of Enrollments & Student Services

As the Director of, Enrollments and Student Services, specializing in the enrollment of technical and management professionals. With over 20 years’ experience in educational sales and career placement. While Renee holds a Juris Doctors she discovered her real passion is facilitating the transition of students into gainful employment opportunities

 

 

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