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Ken Auton
President
kauton@premiercomputing.com Mobile Number: 801/499-9727
Ken was selected to serve as our President in July 2011. He previously worked with Microsoft for twelve years serving in both technical and sales management positions. These positions offered him the opportunity of working closely with and advising Microsoft ERP and CRM channel partners. In addition to his position with Microsoft, Ken has owned and operated Information Technology and CRM consulting entities. Ken is actively involved with both existing clients and potential clients.
Terry Armstrong
Senior Network Engineer, ENCE and MCSE
Contact: tarmstrong@premiercomputing.com Mobile Number: 801/414-4517
Terry joined Premier in 1992 after graduating from the University of Utah in Computer Science. Terry earned both Novell ECNE and Microsoft MCSE certifications while employed by Premier. She also maintains current certifications for Microsoft SQL. Her expertise is in the area of Network Operating Systems and PC and network hardware devices. She typically installs and updates network operating systems, database software and application software. Terry also provides network design, installation and troubleshooting services.
Tim Brown
Consultant
tbrown@premiercomputing.com Mobile Number: 801/ 414-8790
Tim is a Microsoft Dynamics GP consultant and has been the Project Manager on many Finance, Distribution, and Manufacturing Great Plains implementations. Tim earned an Associates of Science in Accounting from Utah Technical College as well as his Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Brigham Young University. He has more than twenty years experience with business process design, accounting and ERP system design, implementation, training and support.
Andy Casper
SharePoint Consultant and Network Systems Engineer
acasper@premiercomputing.com Mobile Number: 801/865-9102
Andy is a Microsoft Certified Professional who has been installing, maintaining and managing Microsoft desktop and network operating systems for 7 years. Andy is proficient in both wired and wireless networking design, implementation and troubleshooting. Prior to Premier he has served in help desk, service technician and IT Manager roles for several companies throughout Northern Utah. Andy currently consults with and assists clients with SharePoint installations and deployment. He also performs network design and support services, hardware installation, software installations, computer upgrades, and system design consulting. Andy earned his MCP for Microsoft CRM Installation and Configuration.
Andy is the main contributing author or the Sharepoint Blog. To read the blog click here!
Allen Chournos
Sales of Infor SyteLine and EAM
achournos@premiercomputing.com Mobile Number: 801/540-9669
Allen Chournos earned a BA in Accounting at Utah State University with a minor in Computer Science. He also earned a computer programming degree from ECPI. Allen has been in business development for 30 plus years, working as a sales executive, national sales manager and VP of sales with various organizations in the Business, Public Sector and Health Care industries. His clients and business partners have ranged from small organizations to Fortune 100 companies such as Exxon and General Motors. Allen has a broad base of experience with wholesale distribution, manufacturing, asset management and sustainability, and office automation solutions. He oversees the sales of Infor SyteLine manufacturing software and EAM (Enterprise Asset Management) software at Premier.
Kerry Draper
Consultant
Kerry is a Microsoft Dynamics Professional consultant who has been assisting clients implement their business systems and improve process efficiencies throughout North America since 1991. Prior to joining Premier Kerry focused his efforts in the heavy equipment service and specialty trade construction industries.
Dan Erickson
Consultant
derickson@premiercomputing.com Mobile Number: 801/ 644-1976
Dan has over 30 years of experience working with accounting software in a variety of positions from software developer to controller. Since 1996 he has been exclusively involved with Microsoft Dynamics GP. As a Certified Software Engineer and a Microsoft Certified Professional he has extensive experience with software development and, in particular, integrations with the Dynamics GP database. In addition he has had considerable experience with the core applications and distribution series. Currently Dan specializes in data integrations, SQL Reporting Services and custom application architecture. Dan earned his Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics from Harvey Mudd College in Claremont, California
Chona’ Gile
Consultant
cgile@premiercomputing.com Mobile Number: 801/ 879-4468
Chona’ has over 15 years experience installing, implementing and supporting Microsoft Dynamics GP financial systems. She has expertise with the financial series, distribution series, manufacturing suite, service suite and a number of companion products including Horizon’s Manufacturing Suite, Ethotech’s multi-level commissions, Nodus’ credit card software and Edisoft’s EDI application. Chona’ also has extensive knowledge working with multicurrency, inter-company, and inter-fund products as well as custom reporting using Crystal Reports and SQL Reporting.
Rob Gillespie
Sales of Microsoft Dynamics GP and Dynamics CRM
rgillespie@premiercomputing.com Mobile Number: 801/ 414-4421
Rob earned his Business Administration degree from the University of Utah. He is a Certified Account Executive with Microsoft Dynamics GP Software working with Premier Computing, Inc. Rob has more than 15 years experience with accounting software having previously worked as a Controller, Manager of Information Systems and Chief Financial Officer of several large companies in Utah. As a CFO, he purchased and implemented Microsoft Dynamics GP for his company. Because of his previous work experience and having implemented Microsoft Dynamics GP himself, he has a unique ability to assist new Microsoft Dynamics GP software users in developing their implementation plans.
Debra Hawley
Consultant
Premier Office Number: 801/ 487-8400
With over 25 years of accounting and consulting experience, Debra has worked in a wide variety of industries including public accounting, hospitality, education, technology services and software. Prior to becoming an independent consultant, Debra worked for Microsoft, where she specialized in curriculum development, training and on-site consulting for the FRx and Forecaster products. Debra is an avid gardener, who loves being in nature. She also enjoys spending her time with a good book, both as a reader and an author.
T Hoecherl
Consultant
thoecherl@premiercomputing.com Mobile Number: 801/ 259-7786
T has numerous Microsoft certifications, including MCSE, MCDBA, MCSA, and MCOS, along with several other IT certifications. Prior to joining Premier, T was the CFO and CIO of a national manufacturing company. He directed the set-up of the corporate office and all operations, including the accounting system and procedures, computer network, telecommunications, payroll, banking, 401(k), physical facilities, and all functional and operational activities. He also worked for 17 years as worldwide Director of Purchasing for a multi-national organization and has 10 years of experience as an independent business consultant. Along with his many IT certifications, T is a Certified Management Accountant (CMA) and a Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM). T has a degree in Mathematics from the University of New York, Albany, a Master’s degree in statistics (MStat) from the University of Utah, and an MBA from the University of Utah.
Carrington Johnson
Consultant
cjohnson@premiercomputing.com Mobile Number: 801/ 602-4030
Carrington came to Premier with a strong background in operations and finance. He earned his degree in Management and served in previous companies as Director of Operations and Controller. He has worked for several companies improving their workflows, shortening business processes, reducing accounting closing times, writing employee manuals, and developing Standard Operating Procedures. His expertise is in understanding a company’s processes, finding the constraints, and recommending solutions to alleviate stress on manpower, management, and resources. At Premier, he works with clients during the sales and onboarding processes to advise on best practices customized towards the needs of the client’s operations.
Perry Larson
Consultant
plarson@premiercomputing.com Mobile Number: 801/ 949-3906
Prior to joining Premier, Perry was the system and network administrator for a large manufacturing firm. Perry started working with computers in 1976 as programmer and consultant. He was a project manager for many implementations covering a wide range of information technology issues. Along with the implementations, Perry created numerous custom programs and reports. Perry specializes in software implementation, data migration and custom report solutions. Perry uses Crystal Reports and Microsoft SQL Reporting Services to enhance the capabilities of Microsoft Dynamics GP and other software packages.
Sunny Mattoon
Consultant
Premier Office Number: 801/ 487-8400
Sunny Mattoon has worked with Dynamics GP for 14 years; 5 years as a customer and 9 years as an implementation consultant. She has had an active role in over 75 implementations, many of those while working for Microsoft’s consulting group. She specializes in Supply Chain Management solutions with an emphasis on the Distribution and Manufacturing series of Dynamics GP. Because much of a system’s value comes from the intelligence it provides, Sunny also emphasizes report writing. She is well-versed in SQL Reporting Services, Crystal Reports, SmartList Builder and direct data connections between SQL and Excel. Her technical ability and depth of knowledge is complemented by her experience in training and facilitating the development of best practices. Sunny has an MS in Management of Information Systems and holds the CPIM designation from the Association for Operations Management (APICS). When she isn’t eating and breathing supply chain, Sunny loves to spend time with her two boys and husband. They enjoy camping and playing in the water.
David Mettler
Consultant
dmettler@premiercomputing.com Mobile Number: 801/ 502-9468
David specializes in both the Microsoft Dynamics CRM solution and professional services automation solutions from Assistance Software. He worked as a Webmaster and a Network Administrator before joining Premier Computing, Inc. David is certified as a Microsoft Certified Professional for Dynamics CRM applications, customizations and configuration and certified as a consultant for Asistance Software’s PSA for CRM 2011. He is currently in the process of completing his Computer Science Degree.
Ed Motola
Consultant
emotola@premiercomputing.com Mobile Number: 801/ 259-7783
Ed Motola graduated from UCLA in 1976 with a B.A. in Marine Biology. He moved to Utah in 1981 and started working with computers at the inception of the IBM PC. Ed worked with computerized accounting programs for three years as a controller, and then started consulting for a large number of clients using Cyma Accounting Systems. He specialized in technical support, training, auditing, data conversion, and custom reporting. Ed has been with Premier Computing, Inc. for over 10 years and has continued to provide these services for the Microsoft Dynamics GP core modules, primarily General Ledger, Payables Management, Payroll and FRx financial reporter. He also specializes in Human Resources, Fixed Assets, Budgeting, MICR check programs, Multicurrency, and Intercompany. Ed supports upgrades, integrations and report customizations, especially with FRx and Report Writer. Ed is a Dynamics Certified Accounting Applications Specialist (CAAS).
Vi Nguyen
Consultant
vi@premiercomputing.com Office Number: 801/487-8400
Vi graduated from the University of Geneva Switzerland in Business Administration with a major in Accounting. She has been in charge of the Premier Computing, Inc. accounting department for over twenty years. This experience gives her a unique understanding of what our clients face daily. She is involved in all the daily operations of Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll, General Ledger, and Bank Reconciliation. Vi’s field of expertise is in these core modules. She’s also a Microsoft certified professional for Dynamics GP.
Julie Potter
Founder
jpotter@premiercomputing.com Mobile Number: 801/574-5328
Julie received her BS and MBA in Finance from the University of Utah. Her positions as our co-founder, Customer Sales Manager and Certified Marketing Executive also required additional training and certification from our software vendors. Julie keeps our clients informed of customer events and programs including Premier’s professional development curriculum and training schedule and our complimentary programs such as monthly Lunch and Learns and annual Free-for-All.
Dale Potter
Founder
dpotter@premiercomputing.com Mobile Number: 801/414-3436
Dale earned his accounting, MBA and law degrees from the University of Utah where he received several academic honors including graduating Magna cum Laude and serving as the Managing Editor of the Utah Law Review. He began his career with Arthur Andersen, a big five accounting firm. Dale taught accounting at the University of Utah and built a law practice before becoming President of Premier Computing, Inc. (formerly All Makes Office Systems). During this time, Premier has transitioned from an office equipment company to a leading provider of accounting software as well as related networking and PC technologies.
Sharon Quilter
Consultant
squilter@premiercomputing.com Mobile Number: 801/ 580-3145
Sharon has many years experience in supporting Microsoft Dynamics GP as a consultant as well as several years as an end user of Microsoft Dynamics GP. She has over 14 years of experience in accounting in various capacities and has earned an Associate of Science Degree in Computer Information Systems. She is experienced in the Financial Series, Distribution Series, Fixed Assets, Payroll, Integration Manager, VBA with Modifier, FRx, Crystal, and Report Writer. Sharon supports Premier’c clients by providing both help desk assistance and on-site implementation and training. Sharon is a Microsoft Certified Professional for Dynamics GP and Dynamics AX Financials.
Stewart Schow
Consultant
sschow@premiercomputing.com Mobile Number: 801/ 518-5773
Stewart received his BS in accounting from Brigham Young University in 1984. While earning his degree Stewart worked as a corporate controller for a manufacturer of chalkboards and accessories, which became a 12 year career. Stewart has also been the controller of a company which manufactured medical devices. Stewart has expertise in manufacturing with certification from Syspro for its advanced manufacturing and distribution solutions. In 1991 Stewart began selling and implementing MAS90 while achieving his MBA from the University of Phoenix in 1999. In 2004 Stewart passed the Peachtree certification requirements and began serving Peachtree clients in Utah. In 2005, Stewart merged his firm with Premier Computing, Inc. to provide better service for his own clients as well as Premier’s clients. Since joining Premier, Stewart has earned certifications in both Microsoft Dynamics GP and Dynamics AX.
Indu Syal
Client Advocate
isyal@premiercomputing.com Mobile Number: 801/ 330-9230
Indu received her MBA from the University of Wisconsin and a Bachelor of Science from Punjab Engineering College, in India. Indu has over 10 years of experience in the software/hi-tech business world and was formerly employed by Microsoft as a Partner Services Account Manager, working with Microsoft Dynamics partners including Premier. Indu works out of Wisconsin and travels frequently to Salt Lake City and other client locations. Indu works as a trusted advisor and coach to Premier’s clients. Indu is responsible for existing client services and add on software sales. Her focus and primary interest is working with clients and helping to meet their needs.