Al Smith, Jr.
SCJP, 6-Sigma Black Belt

Founder of:
TheJavaInstructors.com
TheJavaArchitect.com

Al Smith, Jr. is a Sun Certified Java technology solution provider and 6-Sigma Green Belt. He specializes in the inception and elaboration. When it comes to application development Al's objective is always clear: design, plan and deliver high quality software systems using proven methodologies and solid architecture principles. His experience in Java architecture and object-oriented analysis has helped numerous clients harness the power of Java technology.

Al specializes in the inception and elaboration of J2EE applications by providing: Java and SOA Consulting, Java Training, Distributed Systems Development and eBusiness Systems Integration services. Al believes that in order for his clients to be successful they must feel comfortable while learning how to navigate and troubleshoot in the Java environment. He makes it a priority to provide his clients with first rate Java guidance while maintaining a pleasant working atmosphere.

Vanina Mangano
PMP, RMP, SP, Project+

Founder of:
ThePMInstructors.com


Vanina Mangano is a Certified Project Management Professional, Risk Management Professional and Scheduling Professional with solid experience of Operations, Analysis, and Project Management - both domestic and international. Over the past decade, Vanina has specialized in working with and founding start-up companies ranging from overseas technology-driven companies, to recreation and fitness.

Prior to her current role, Vanina served as Vice President for BHNET Software Solutions, focusing in the onshore/offshore outsourcing model within the Asian and European countries.

Currently, Vanina provides training, consulting and contract services within the project management and business analysis field.