LEADERSHIP

Leadership Methodology

TCDI utilizes a “flat” operational structure to ensure client requests are addressed quickly and effectively. Requests do not get mired down by policy and management layers; rather, everyone works collaboratively and proactively to meet client needs. In addition, the TCDI staff brings substantial real-world litigation, government and technology experience to their respective positions, helping them understand client needs in a comprehensive and real-time manner. Further, TCDI provides its staff with on-going training and excellent work environments. This management approach has resulted in employee retention rates that one would be hard-pressed to find anywhere else in the industry (employee turnover is well below 3% annually), giving clients the benefit of consistency and longevity.

	Bill Johnson, President and Chief Executive Officer Bill's diverse background in programming and technology leadership has given him the insight and knowledge to found and build a unique company providing technology solutions to corporate, legal, and governmental markets. He has over 25 years of experience in knowledge management and advanced search technologies. Bill has been working with BASISPlus for over 20 years, and serves as a database design specialist with explicit knowledge of a number of SQL compliant database systems as well as large text databases. Bill earned a B.A. in Architecture with a concentration in Computer-Aided Design at the University of Maryland.
	Jerry Eatherly, Executive Vice President and Managing Director, Government Systems Division Jerry, a founding partner, is executive vice president of TCDI®. Jerry is an expert in computer systems architecture, systems programming, applications development, computer operations, and ADP system security. He brings in-depth knowledge and experience in today's on-going and emerging technologies. He graduated with a B.S. in Computer Science from Middle Tennessee State University and has certificates from the National Cryptologic School and the Armed Forces Communications and Electronic Association. Jerry also holds Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) and Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certifications from the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA).
	Susan Bright, Executive Vice President & Chief Operations Officer Susan brings a unique combination of technical, consulting, and management skills to her position at TCDI®. She has in-depth knowledge in design and development of databases and technical systems in both the governmental and legal markets. She is responsible for planning and directing all aspects of TCDI’s organizational development, operational policies, objectives, initiatives, and contract administration functions. Susan has a B.A.S. in Computer Science from Campbell University and an M.A. in Educational Media from Appalachian State University. Susan serves on the Boards of the Guilford Technical Community College Foundation and Friends for an Earlier Breast Cancer Test. (www.earlier.org)
	Lisa Cain, CPA & Chief Financial Officer As TCDI's CFO, Lisa brings a strong combination of financial, accounting, and computer information experience to the company. With over 20 years of financial experience, she is responsible for directing TCDI's overall financial policies where she oversees all financial functions from accounting to budgets to treasury. Lisa holds a B.S. degree in both Accounting and Computer Information Systems and an MBA degree, all from Pfeiffer University.
	Anthony Klier, Vice President of Development Anthony is responsible for leading all product development efforts within the Litigation Technology division of TCDI including research and development of new product enhancements and redesigns that align our products with current company strategies and goals. Prior to joining the Litigation Division, Anthony served as Vice President, Government Operations for TCDI's Federal Systems Division where he assisted various TCDI clients by leading their efforts at database and information management systems design, development, and integration. He also led the development of a number of critical applications for the U.S. Department of Commerce and the U.S. Department of State, as well as being the driving force behind the creation of secure web-based information management solutions supporting the Treaty Compliance Division in the U.S. Department of Commerce.
	Tom MacKenzie, Vice President of Marketing & Business Development Tom is responsible for the overall planning and direction of the business development and marketing of TCDI products and services. He joined TCDI in 2005 with over 25 years of pharmaceutical sales and marketing management experience where he played a role in creative concept building, planning, and execution of initiatives on a national and global basis. Tom holds a Bachelors degree from the University of Colorado with educational focus in Behavioral Development and Business.