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Chris Perry

LEXINGTON

Summary

Seasoned Technical Trainer and IT Coordinator with a proven track record at Audio Authority, adept in virtual learning management and technical training. Excelled in delivering VMware Vsphere Products training and spearheading IT transitions, showcasing strong presentation skills alongside a knack for problem-solving.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Technical Trainer

Contractor
04.2008 - Current

Providing technical training on VMware Vsphere Products including:


  • Training on versions 3.5 through the current 8.x
  • Experience teaching several different classes including What's New, Install/configure and Manage, Optimize and Scale, Optimize/Scale and Secure, Fastrack and Bootcamps.
  • Participated in numerous Beta classes to help fine tune curriculum.
  • Participated in Beta release of new vSphere product.
  • Participated in Beta release of new certification exam.
  • Utilized multiple online training tools including Webex, Adobe Connect, Zoom, HP, Eluminate and others.

Information Technology Coordinator

Audio Authority
08.1994 - 02.2008

Worked as the Information Technology Coordinator and was involved in all aspects of technology use and purchases within the company. Acted as the technology interface with management and owners.


  • Administered all IT services in house.
  • Implemented systems conversion from a SCO Unix MRP platform to a more modern Microsoft Server environment.
  • Created a unified computing architecture by upgrading and eliminating three disparate systems into one.
  • Managed the corporate technology transition during Y2K.
  • Researched and set up a EDI platform.
  • Transitioned the company to internet based email and created their first website.

Education

No Degree - Computer And Information Systems

University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
01-1988

No Degree - Computer And Information Systems

Somerset Community College
Somerset, KY
01-1987

High School Diploma -

Arlington High School
Arlington, TX
05-1985

Skills

  • Strong presentation skills
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Virtual learning management
  • Online training
  • Technical training
  • Problem-solving aptitude

Certification

I have maintained certifications for VMware products from version 3.5 through 8.x including being an active VMware Certified Instructor.

Timeline

Technical Trainer

Contractor
04.2008 - Current

Information Technology Coordinator

Audio Authority
08.1994 - 02.2008

I have maintained certifications for VMware products from version 3.5 through 8.x including being an active VMware Certified Instructor.

No Degree - Computer And Information Systems

University of Kentucky

No Degree - Computer And Information Systems

Somerset Community College

High School Diploma -

Arlington High School
Chris Perry