from
the
director
Faster than you can boot your iPad, the world of
communications technologies is changing.
It's a daunting task the IT professionals face in their firms in balancing mobility
with security risks, in aligning demands for the latest gadgets with enterprise
policies, in supporting a savvy user base with precious little time to stay ahead
of the curve themselves.
As ever, the ILTA peer network is here to help. This issue's theme naturally
attracts content along the entire technical spectrum, from basic primers or
high-level strategic views to highly technical pieces that will have deep appeal
to those tasked with system implementations and support. I appreciate the
investment of time and expertise that all contributors made, and I specifically
commend ILTA's Communications Technologies Peer Group Steering Committee,
who rose to the occasion with their ownership of this publication project.
In addition to the knowledge-sharing that's happening within these pages,
there's much entertainment value to be derived. From haiku to duck "tales," to a
movie review and crossword puzzle, we've got it all.
ILTA's yearly cycle sees our officer positions change following our annual
conference in August, with many folks terming out of their roles or moving
to different focuses. Check out the new volunteer leaders in our Member
Resources section; and please note the special salute we give to the many
volunteers who are the lifeblood of the association. My deepest thanks to all.
Whip out your favorite mobile device, and tell a friend about ILTA!
ILTA STAFF
PUBLICATIONS
Randi Mayes
Editor-In-Chief
randi@iltanet.org
Kristy Cole
Communications Specialist
kristy@iltanet.org
Kendall Lazorchak
Creative Design Specialist
kendall@iltanet.org
Julia Muchard
Graphic Designer
julia@iltanet.org
PROGRAMMING AND
VENDOR RELATIONS
Peggy Wechsler
Program Director
peggy@iltanet.org
Deb Himsel
Program Manager Core Education
deb@iltanet.org
TJ Johnson
Program Manager Conferences
tj@iltanet.org
Gaynor Senyszyn
Conference Coordinator
gaynor@iltanet.org
ADMINISTRATIVE
Randi Mayes
Executive Director
randi@iltanet.org
Kristy Costello
Peer Group Coordinator
kristina@iltanet.org
Cristin Gaffney
Accounting Administrator
cristin@iltanet.org
Judy Couvillion
Regional Coordinator
judy@iltanet.org
Grace Palma
Concierge - Member Services
Administrator
grace@iltanet.org
Gail Persichilli
Programming Coordinator
gail@iltanet.org
Ken Hansen
Vendor Coordinator
ken@iltanet.org
IT AND ONLINE SERVICES
Clay Gibney
IT Director
clay@iltanet.org
Eva Leos
Administrative Assistant
eva@iltanet.org
Jeanne Martinez
Online Services Administrator
jeanne@iltanet.org
Philip Graybeal
Senior Systems Analyst
philip@iltanet.org
Randi Mayes
Executive Director
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