I am a technology and IT services professional with a long track record spanning IBM mainframes, software publishing, and enterprise IT consulting. I’ve led marketing, product management, and sales teams across Silicon Valley, the Midwest, and Texas, helping customers navigate complex migrations, messaging, and collaboration platforms for large organizations. Since founding Dimmitt Technology Networks in 2011, I have delivered IT consulting to U.S. and global clients, provided on-site IT services, and supported local businesses including healthcare facilities. I also lead sound, A/V, and streaming efforts for community and faith-based organizations, with Dante-networked audio and live video streaming.

David Nelson

I am a technology and IT services professional with a long track record spanning IBM mainframes, software publishing, and enterprise IT consulting. I’ve led marketing, product management, and sales teams across Silicon Valley, the Midwest, and Texas, helping customers navigate complex migrations, messaging, and collaboration platforms for large organizations. Since founding Dimmitt Technology Networks in 2011, I have delivered IT consulting to U.S. and global clients, provided on-site IT services, and supported local businesses including healthcare facilities. I also lead sound, A/V, and streaming efforts for community and faith-based organizations, with Dante-networked audio and live video streaming.

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I am a technology and IT services professional with a long track record spanning IBM mainframes, software publishing, and enterprise IT consulting. I’ve led marketing, product management, and sales teams across Silicon Valley, the Midwest, and Texas, helping customers navigate complex migrations, messaging, and collaboration platforms for large organizations.

Since founding Dimmitt Technology Networks in 2011, I have delivered IT consulting to U.S. and global clients, provided on-site IT services, and supported local businesses including healthcare facilities. I also lead sound, A/V, and streaming efforts for community and faith-based organizations, with Dante-networked audio and live video streaming.

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Experience Level

Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

French
Fluent

Work Experience

Owner at Dimmitt Technology Networks (DTN, LLC)
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2024
Provide IT consulting and services for U.S. and global clients. On-site computer services and consulting for local market. English language translation and proofreading services. Managed IT for local rural hospital.
Sound Mixer at Community Theatre Company
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 1998
Operated sound mixer for theatre productions and supported A/V tasks and live streaming.
Call Center Manager at Sitel (Verizon Wireless subcontractor)
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2008
Managed team of over 1,000 telephone customer service representatives; monitored call center metrics, coached staff, and oversaw recruitment.
Sr. Industry Analyst at Giga Information Group
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2001
Performed research and published reports on messaging and collaboration; consulted with Fortune 500 and government clients; spoke at industry conferences; served as industry spokesperson for trade press.
Director of Marketing at Wingra Technologies
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 2000
Developed and implemented marketing plans for messaging integration and migration software; managed inside sales, website development, direct mail, advertising, trade shows, PR, and product/service plans; contributed to company acquisitions.
Director of Services Marketing at Nicolet Instrument
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1994
Developed service offerings to complement medical instruments; created and implemented marketing campaigns; exceeded revenue objectives.
Enterprise Accounts Sales Manager at Software Publishing Corporation
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1992
Sold Harvard Graphics and Professional Write to large accounts and distributors; developed volume discount plans and account planning strategies; exceeded $10M annual quota.
Marketing Representative at IBM
January 1, 1984 - January 1, 1990
Led account teams responsible for sales of IBM products and services to enterprise customers; won branch manager awards for major competitive wins and value demonstrations; completed intensive Sales and Systems Engineering training.

Education

MBA in Marketing at Southern Methodist University
January 1, 1986 - January 1, 1989
B.B.A. in Marketing and International Business (French minor) at University of Texas at Austin
January 1, 1980 - January 1, 1984
Exchange Program Coursework at George Washington University
January 1, 1981 - January 1, 1983

Qualifications

Dante Certification - Audio Video Network Management
January 11, 2030 - May 15, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Healthcare, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Education