UNITED IN ONE PURPOSE:
TO ACCELERATE OPPORTUNITY
Watch How our Culture Shapes our Work
Passion
We love what we do and it shows.
We Invest Positive energy in others.
We challenge to be great.
We help them at every turn
Customers
We are integral to their success,
We are deserving of their trust.
Work & Play
We work hard and have fun.
We encourage and celebrate success.
Tenacity
We never quit.
We don’t make excuses.
Winning
We outwork the competition.
We aspire to improve, always.
Passion
We love what we do and it shows.
We Invest Positive energy in others.
We challenge to be great.
We help them at every turn
Work & Play
We work hard and have fun.
We encourage and celebrate success.
Customers
We are integral to their success,
We are deserving of their trust.
Tenacity
We never quit.
We don’t make excuses.
Winning
We outwork the competition.
We aspire to improve, always.
Since 2002, SkillStorm has followed the Stormer’s Pledge:
URGENT
Delivering on schedule.
PRECISE
Predictably accurate results.
ENGAGED
Focused, personal attention.
That focus on excellence and execution has allowed us to become an opportunity accelerator for both businesses and tech professionals looking to innovate and advance.
It doesn’t feel like a job. It feels more like it’s a part of my lifestyle. The most fun I have at work is watching others accelerate here at SkillStorm and grow within the organization.
ELEVATE YOUR OUTCOMES.
WORK AT SKILLSTORM.
We’re accelerating opportunity, not only for the businesses we serve but also for the talented, driven people we employ. Why work at SkillStorm?
- Our culture of excellence, advancement, collaboration, and service
- Join an entrepreneurial team and make a meaningful difference helping people launch their tech careers and realize their professional goals
- Our commitment to ensuring work-life balance
- The ability and freedom to work on a wide variety of projects that expand your skills and experience
- The satisfaction of seeing your hard work have an immediate impact
Board Members
Hany is a co-founder and chairman of SkillStorm since our foundation in 2002. Co-founded SGIS which was acquired by Salient Federal Solutions in June, 2010. At the time of sale, SGIS had over 800 employees and 14 offices nationwide and had been ranked the 2nd fastest growing private government contractor in the country by Washington Technology Magazine. Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering from University of Central Florida.
Hany Girgis
Chairman & Co-Founder
Vince is a co-founder and chairman of SkillStorm since our foundation in 2002. Co-founded SGIS which was acquired by Salient Federal Solutions in June, 2010. At the time of sale, SGIS had over 800 employees and 14 offices nationwide and had been ranked the 2nd fastest growing private government contractor in the country by Washington Technology Magazine. Bachelor’s in Communications, Journalism, and Advertising from University of Central Florida.
Vince Virga
Chairman & Co-Founder
Justin has a proven track record in growing businesses covering many industries including technology, training, consulting and energy. Previous roles include: President/Chief Financial Officer at Revature; Chief Financial Officer of Manalto; Chief Commercial & Financial Officer and Board member of Quantum Power Limited. Honors degree in Business Commerce and an Executive MBA from Bond University.
Justin Vianello
Board Member & CEO
Joe has over 20 years experience helping scale education, technology and training organizations across North America and Europe. Previous roles include COO and Executive Vice President of Partnerships at Revature and senior leadership positions with Pearson and Blackboard. Joe holds an Honors degree in Information Systems and Business Administration from the University of Northampton, and started his career as a software developer in London.
Joe Mitchell
Board Member & COO
Aanand is a Managing Director at Achieve Partners, a private equity firm focused on “learning and earning.” Aanand primarily focuses on making investments into and acquisitions of business services, technology services and healthcare services companies that are committed to narrowing the “skills gap” through building custom pathways to economic opportunity into their product offerings.
Aanand Radia
Board Member
Suzette Kent is a global business transformation executive and, most recently, served as the Federal Chief Information Officer for the United States. She currently leads her own advisory business through which she continues strategic transformation work with clients around the world, across industries, and in the public and private sectors. Throughout her career, her focus has always centered on ways that technology can be leveraged to solve challenges.
Suzette Kent
Advisory Board Member
Emily brings more than 20 years experience in the federal sector. Emily has held multiple leadership roles in the federal government, most recently serving as Administrator for the U.S. General Services Administration. Emily advises SkillStorm on their tech talent programs serving federal clients and supporting Veterans, Transitioning Service Members and Military Spouses.
Emily Murphy
Advisory Board Member
Carter is internationally recognized for his cross-sector successes in philanthropy, education and technology. He is currently managing principal of Expectant Advisory and the executive director of the Aspen Institute Socrates Program. Carter will advise SkillStorm on strategies to create organizational cultures where all are given the opportunity to belong and thrive, with a strategic focus on Skillstorm’s NexGen, IT Apprenticeship and Accelerator Programs.
Cordell Carter
Advisory Board Member
Leadership Team
Neil ensures our customer’s technology skillset demands are being met. Previous leadership roles include Global Sales, Account Management, and Professional Services at the ION group. Neil holds a Bachelors in Computer Science, and an MBA in Finance.
Neil Hassanwalia
Chief Revenue Officer
Ben leads our legal function and serves as corporate secretary to the company’s board of directors. Major in the Air Force Reserve Judge Advocate General Corps (JAG) and is currently the general counsel to the Commander of the 622nd Civil Engineering Group at Dobbins Air Reserve Base. Over 16 years of military service including Active Duty Army service as an enlisted combat medic. Bachelor’s degree from Robert Morris University and a juris doctorate degree from the Duquesne University School of Law.
Benjamin Mathews
General Counsel and
Corporate Secretary
Alan brings deep expertise to our recruitment of exceptional talent. Previous roles include: SVP for Recruitment at Revature; SVP of Recruitment for Pearson Online Learning Services; and Managing Director at Compass Knowledge, and 20 years in enrollment management in higher education. Bachelor’s in Political Science from University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill and a Master’s in College Student Personnel from Bowling Green State University.
Alan Coheley
Executive Vice President –
Recruitment
Joe is responsible for the execution and delivery of our high profile, strategic accounts. Prior to SkillStorm Joe held senior leadership positions with both Robert Half International and Allegis Group. Joe graduated from Fork Union Military Academy as a sergeant and received his bachelors degree from Eastern Kentucky University.
Joe Doran
Executive Vice President –
Sales and Operations
Patrick leads initiatives for online training, course and curricula development, and our immersive instructor-led talent development program. Prior roles include technology manager, software developer, and technical trainer at Revature. Master’s degree in information systems management and multiple technical certifications, including Oracle Certified Expert in Java Web Component Development and Pivotal Certified Spring v5.0 Professional.
Patrick Walsh
Executive Vice President –
Training and Technology
Victor joined SkillStorm in 2008 as a recruiter. After successfully completing his CPA, Victor transitioned into an accounting role in 2011, being promoted to Financial Controller in 2018. Victor brings a broad understanding of all facets of the Skillstorm’s business including recruiting, sales, delivery, HR and finance. Victor is a Certified Public Accountant and holds a MBA from Florida Atlantic University.
Victor Virga
Financial Controller –
CPA
David is responsible for growing and managing business with the clients and partners of Pegasystems, Inc. Prior roles include: Global Vice President for training, enablement, and ecosystem development at Pegasystems; Global Head of Industry Solutions Marketing at EMC Corporation (now Dell Technologies). MBA in Marketing from Boston College, serves on the Board of Directors at Trinity Boston Connects, and is also active in Bates College’s Alumni in Admission and the Boston College Technology and Entrepreneurship Council.
David Donelan
Senior Vice President
David is a senior level executive change agent with experience in startups, strategic partnerships, systems thinking/integration and culture integration for both private and public sectors. Demonstrable success creating public/private educational partnerships that are technology driven and enable lifelong learners to achieve their educational and career goals in both the public and private sectors. David holds a bachelor’s degree in English from Central College, an M.Div. in Religious Studies from Texas Christian University, and an M.A. in Health, Exercise and Sport Science from University of the Pacific.
David Vande Pol
Senior Vice President
Academic Partnerships
Ted is responsible for the execution and delivery of our high profile, strategic accounts. Prior to joining SkillStorm, Ted held a leadership role at an IT service management company. Ted served overseas in the United States Marine Corps during Desert Storm.
Ted Stout
Senior Vice President –
Strategic Accounts
Charlotte brings 15 years of online program management experience in marketing and leadership roles supporting these universities: the LSU Online & Continuing Education, University of Florida, Pepperdine University, the University of San Francisco, and Ohio University. She has direct experience building high-performing cross-functional teams to ensure ROI and strong results for all customers. Charlotte holds a bachelor’s degree in Public Relations from LSU and an MBA from Marylhurst University.
Charlotte Bencaz
Vice President – Partnerships Launch
Presley embraces his role as a commercial leader, he also considers himself a utility player who enjoys helping others leverage technology to improve outcomes. Prior to joining SkillStorm, Presley spent time at an advanced analytics startup as the SVP of Sales. The majority of Presley’s career was spent in Professional Services, including small, bespoke technology solutions all the way to large ERP and EHR implementations Presley is a native Houstonian for 37 years. He received a BA at Texas Tech University in Lubbock where he majored in Economics.
Presley Collins
Vice President
Tom brings decades of consulting experience to the SkillStorm team. Prior roles included Director of Consulting at CGI, EVP Consulting and Strategy at 3RP, National Service Leader (Senior Manager) at Deloitte, and several years at Procter & Gamble. Tom has a bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Illinois and is a veteran of the US Army.
Tom Gauthier
Senior Vice President
Lauren joined SkillStorm in 2020 and is responsible for the marketing execution and strategy for the sales and recruitment teams. Prior to SkillStorm, she worked for a large RPO organization, managing lead generation and overall marketing support for the sales team. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Communications with a focus in Journalism from the University of North Florida.
Lauren Wicker
Director- Marketing
Taylor joined SkillStorm in 2018 and is responsible for Delivery and Recruitment across many of our clients. Prior to SkillStorm, she worked in Recruiting, Business Development, and Account Management for large global organizations. Taylor holds a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice with a focus in Forensic Science from East Carolina University.
Taylor Brown
Director – Delivery and Recruitment
John was a Marine for 28 years, retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel. He brings experience as Chief of Staff and a decade on Wall Street to SkillStorm. Most recently John developed and lead a globally recognized program that successfully upskilled many transitioning military and veterans. At SkillStorm, he’ll direct the expansion of this strategic initiative. John graduated from Seton Hall University with a Communication Degree and was also on their basketball team, playing in the Big East Conference.
John Tansill
Director – Veteran Affairs
John has trained more than 100 software engineers using immersive training curriculums in preparation of the students moving directly onto a client project and through a variety of training modalities for corporate technical training engagements. John was part of a team of trainers responsible for training over 1,000 internal client employees in the United States, Europe, and Asia in the second quarter of 2021. John has earned a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree in computer science – app/game development. John holds numerous certifications and has experience in several development languages.
John Mack
Director- Training and Technology
Daniela joined SkillStorm in 2013 and is responsible for managing all day-to-day activities in our Charlotte, NC StormStaff branch. She also builds and maintains relationships with Fortune 100 Clients in the Southeast Region and the Chicagoland area. Daniela holds a bachelor’s degree in Biology from the University of South Carolina-Aiken.
Daniela Tarailo
Director – Strategic Accounts
Natalie joined SkillStorm in 2019 and is responsible for the recruitment team for the NexGen division. She has 10 plus years of experience in both recruiting and leadership. She has her Bachelor’s degree in Business Marketing from St John’s University.
Natalie Cruz
Director – NexGen Recruitment
Cami is responsible for Recruitment and Delivery Management on various high-profile accounts. She also continues to still be involved in hands-on recruiting. Cami holds a bachelor’s degree in Movement and Sports Science from Purdue University.
Cami Butler
Senior Director – Recruiting and Delivery Management
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When I work with SkillStorm, it feels like I’m the most important person to them. Our urgent item is their urgent item. They really want to make me happy and help our business.
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