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Len Kawell is an engineer and entrepreneur who once worked at Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC), where he was one of the designers of the VAX/VMS operating system. He also played a key role in the development of the MicroVAX computer, VAX Notes, and VMC Mail. Much like DEC co-founders Harlan Anderson and Ken Olsen, Kawell graduated from the University of Illinois with a degree in computer science. Kawell was co-founder and president of Glassbook, Inc., …

Kara Pernice Director of Research Kara Pernice is the Director of Research at Nielsen Norman Group, and heads the Company's East Coast operations. Background Pernice has more than 14 years of experience in evaluating usability in the areas of collaboration, document management, graphics and multimedia, database design, and handheld devices. More recently she has studied more consumer-oriented products such as digital cameras, cell phones, and cappuccino makers.

Bob Balaban a professional software developer in the Boston area for more than 25 years, Bob spent over 10 years at Lotus Development Corp. and Iris Associates, most recently as Iris Team Leader responsible for the LotusScript and Java versions of the Notes Object Interface, and for Notes Agents. He was architect for the Version Manager component of 123/W, invented the LotusScript Extension (LSX) architecture, and authored the Notes "back-end" classes.

Quality driven Software Architect, operating under the company name of INSight Software. I've been an independent software consultant since 1992 working primarily in the commercial software arena. I'm a high-tech guy and I like to work on cutting edge technology. I enjoy mentoring others. I feel that a strong team is a necessity when trying to get a product out the door. I relish the opportunity to help a peer understand a concept, so that he/she is more productive and beneficial to the . . .

An entreprenerial technologist, with a twist. I have been a part of small and large IT organizations. I am a visionary thinker, who enjoys the venture creation process. I have experience setting up and managing a start up company, and all aspects of the business including marketing, sales, accounting, client relationship management, project management,etc. Currently, I work as a Program Manager with Bit Group, and assist ECC Life&Style, creators of Custom-Cut Threads for Men, with . . .

I'm experienced in dealing with and organising projects for release in Europe, North America and China. I have worked in the games industry for over 5 years, initially as a Game Boy Advance level designer before moving into project management. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills coupled with a professional commitment in all endeavors. Receptive to learning new technologies, methodologies and skills.

Raymond Ozzie is president of Iris Associates, a wholly owned subsidiary of Lotus Development Corporation located approximately 45 miles northwest of Boston in Westford, Massachusetts. Iris Associates was founded by Mr. Ozzie in 1984 to develop a product now known as Lotus Notes. Previously, Mr. Ozzie was employed by Lotus Development Corporation and was the lead developer of Lotus' Symphony product.

Tom Hoey , President and Founder Founder Tom Hoey has 20 years of experience as a software engineer at Digital Equipment Corporation and Iris Associates, an IBM Lotus subsidiary, developing solutions for companies spanning a variety of industries. Hoey gained credibility as a software engineer during his tenure at Iris, where as senior developer, he focused on password management and development tools for administrators.

Christie is the content manager for the Lotus Developer Domain. She joined the Notes.net team in March 2000 as principal content developer. Prior to joining Iris Associates, she was a freelance writer for the computer industry, writing documentation, online help, books, articles, brochures, and courseware. When not at work, she likes spending time with her children, gardening, skiing, hiking, reading, playing soccer, and tending her menagerie of animals.

Susan Florio , Content Developer, Iris Associates

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