Computing Services
Our Staff
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Academic Director
- David Greenberger, Academic Director
Services
- Elaine Vanfossen, Director, Computing Admin & Services.
Elaine provides administrative oversight for Computing Services department, including: management of budgets, direction of Human Resources, oversight of customer service, management of FCOB computer labs and direction of special projects. She recommends computing equipment for College faculty, staff and students and negotiates pricing with vendors, and additionally reviews and processes software license agreements. Elaine also assists the Academic Director with formulation and implementation of policies.
- Paul Fannin, Helpdesk Supervisor
Paul Fannin came to us from Micro Electronics, Inc. where he worked for 4 1/2 years in various technical positions. He was responsible for server maintenance and other duties with major companies throughout Ohio. Paul was later moved into a supervisory position overseeing both in-house and contracted technicians. During this time Paul developed a training program for his technicians, taking on the responsibility of preparing them for various technical certifications. For his efforts in the area of training, Paul was moved on to the home office staff as a technical writer and trainer. Paul developed all technical manuals and documentation for the company and was sent around the country certifying other trainers throughout the companies' seven divisions.
Paul has worked for OSU as the Helpdesk Supervisor since April of 2000. In addition to his many duties here at the Fisher College of Business, Paul serves as a freelance technical writer and does consulting with various central Ohio businesses. - Christopher Wells, Helpdesk Technician
Chris received his B.A. from Hope College in Holland, Michigan, in 1998. He has worked at the Fisher College of Business since October 2000.
- Herman Scurlock, Helpdesk Technician
- Tim Shrewsbery , Helpdesk Technician (Temp)
Database
- Carol Sharp , Director, Database
Carol Sharp returned to Fisher College of Business Computing Services March of 2007, after serving as EDI Manager at UnionTools for nine years. Holding a degree in CIS, Carol brings 20+ years of Information Technology experience.
- Sean Wedig, System/Application Developer
Sean entered the professional world of software development in 2004, with a B.S. in Computer Science from Case Western Reserve University. Post-graduation, he resided in Akron, Ohio, working for Bridgestone Firestone North American Tire, developing CAD / CAE software for the early planning and development of automotive tires. There he developed a passion for engineering excellence, which continues to guide his career. He joined the Fisher College of Business in November of 2006, and he continues to rave atop soapboxes about good practices and principles while functioning as a application developer for a variety of the college's needs.
- Michael Roush , Database Developer/Admin
Mike graduated from Devry University in 2002 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Information Systems. He joined Fisher in November of 2007 to take on the role of Database Developer/Admin. Before joining Fisher, Mike worked as a Software Engineer for the Graduate Admissions Department at Ohio State developing business applications.
- Desmond Wong , Database Developer
Desmond joined Fisher College of Business in November 2007, bringing several years of database and application development experience from various industries and companies. Prior to OSU Desmond worked with Bravo Development, Inc. as a Programmer Analyst. Desmond holds a Chemical Engineering Degree from University of Dayton.
- Jason Hart , Website Support Specialist
Jason is a 2005 graduate of Miami University, where he obtained a degree in Management Information Systems from the Richard T. Farmer School of Business. Jason came to Fisher in November 2007 from the Franklin County Clerk of Courts, where his responsibilities included varying degrees of programming, technical support, and hardware maintenance. In addition to serving as Fisher's primary contact for website support, Jason helps with the occasional database or programming project.
- Rachel Lavender , Maximizer Support Specialist
Rachel joined Computing Services in September of 2007 and holds a degree in Sociology and post graduate courses in programming and html. Before coming to Computing Services she worked at Fisher in the Dean's office and External Relations supporting Maximizer and other projects. Before moving to Ohio she was employed for 10 years at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois where she was computer support for the Athletics department.
Operations
- Brian Wilson, Director, Technology
Brian Wilson serves as the lead technical contact for the Fisher College of Business. Before being promoted to the position of network administrator in 1999, Brian worked with the college as the Novell Administrator responsible for all Novell Netware servers and computer lab management systems. Brian Wilson has been a key player in the contact and negotiations of partnerships between the Fisher College of Business and Key Technology Companies. Brian Wilson's major projects have included design and implementation of the network infrastructure at the new 6 building Fisher College of Business complex.
Before coming to The Ohio State University, Brian Wilson served in the US Navy specializing in shore based communications systems including point-to-point landline, RF and satellite systems for secure voice and data communication. - Patti Hambley, Research Systems Developer
Patti joined Computing Services in December of 2004 and holds a degree in Computer Engineering. Before coming to Fisher she worked as a programmer in process control at Techneglas, a manufacturing facility in Columbus.
- Nick Poolos, Systems Developer
Nick has been a part of The Ohio-State University since 1999 where he started in OIT as a Network/Software Engineer. In 2001 Nick joined the Fisher College of Busineass as a network engineer and Unix administrator.
- Steve Terrell, Sr. Microsoft Administrator
Steve joined Computing Services in late 2005 to serve as the lead Microsoft Systems Administrator for the group. Prior to joining the team, Steve managed a group of highly technical individuals for a global company specializing in systems integration and process measurement and control solutions.
Steve has also served in the US Air Force specializing in Electronic Warfare Systems as well as in the Air National Guard specializing in Air Traffic Control Radar Systems. - Mandy Dunn, Microsoft Administrator
Mandy Dunn is a 1999 graduate of Ohio University. She comes to the Fisher College of Business from Twin City Hospital in Dennison, OH where she built the information system from the ground up. Mandy now applies her talents for the college in Windows administration, working closely with Steve Terrell.