Appendix 8 Page 1 of 24 John H. Donovan III 254 Butternut Lane Stamford, Connecticut 06903 Home (203) 461-8666 - Office (973) 581-5220 jdonova@solixinc.com SUMMARY Director - Telecommunications Industry, with consistent and significant achievements across multiple disciplines and functions. Used breadth and depth of experience to manage state universal support mechanisms. Launched start up ventures in telecommunications services. Employed strategic and analytic skills to develop telecommunications regulatory policy and strategy. Demonstrated competencies in leadership, management of people, organizing and planning, communication, project management and team building. Formal education in economics and finance combined with over thirty years experience in telecommunications ranging from consulting services to federal and state regulation, line operations, marketing, customer service, and finance. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE SOLIX INC., Whippany NJ 2004-PRESENT Director - State Program and Product Operations Responsible for the operational aspects of state program support mechanisms throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Manage a staff of 25 managers, associate managers, data analysts & temporary staff. Responsible for: compliance with contractual obligations and customer service standards, interfacing with public utility staff to translate requirements into operating procedures, implementation of newly acquired programs, oversight of data collections, analysis and funding calculations, billing and collection of more than $720 million from approximately 7,000 fund participants, disbursement of payments to recipients, monthly and annual financial reporting and satisfying internal and external audit requirements. Also directs the overall post sales implementation and ongoing operational support for Solix various products. Director – Product & Service Development 2001-2004 Responsible for the selection, acquisition, negotiation, pricing, rollout, operational interfaces and sales training associated with products offered to the independent telco market segment. Products aim to increase revenue and/or decrease costs. Developed and executed strategy and business plans for billing, network and operations support services. Successfully directed the launch of CABS billing and collections, SS7, audio and web conferencing, revenue assurance, and directory assistance services. STAPLES COMMUNICATIONS NETWORKS, INC., Shelton CT 1999-2001 Vice President – Network Product Development Key management role in the Company’s product development and management activities and, financial performance and reporting for the complete line of Staples Communications Networks Services generating $10M of profit on $57M of revenue. Accomplishments: Developed and executed strategy and business plans for voice and data network services. Successfully managed the launch of local telecom service in 2 RBOCs and 6 states over 1 year. Managed vendor relationships to maintain overall network margin at 36% and margin on local service at 25%. Grew local revenue to $9M in annual revenue in 2 years. Directed the development and deployment of data products sales training programs resulting in $4M annual data product revenue. Developed and managed a $60M operating budget and managed revenue, expenses and profit on a monthly and quarterly basis. Reported financial results to the Chairman monthly. CLARICOM NETWORKS, INC., Milford, CT 1997-1999 Director of Voice Services and Regulatory Affairs Responsible for the selection, acquisition, negotiation, pricing, rollout, operational interfaces and sales training associated with new products. Also for securing certification and filing tariffs for nationwide entry into local service Appendix 8 Page 2 of 24 John H. Donovan III Accomplishments: Successfully launched local telecom service in Illinois. Secured regulatory approval in 14 strategic jurisdictions. Analyzed multiple provisioning, billing and customer care software packages for local service and negotiated vendor agreements for operating support systems purchases. NYNEX LONG DISTANCE COMPANY, New York, NY Executive Director Accomplishments: Secured regulatory approval for NYNEX Long Distance to operate in 37 out of region jurisdictions in 1 year. 1996-1997 COOPERS & LYBRAND L.L.P., New York, NY 1994-1996 Senior Consultant Accomplishments: Conducted a customer repair center process re-engineering for a Regional Bell Operating Company (RBOC) resulting in a 50% reduction in customer “on-line” waiting time. Conducted a diagnostic review, validation of assumptions and risk assessment of key financial drivers associated with a $6B fiber-coax network business case for an RBOC. Performed a management review of affiliate transactions compliance for an RBOC and its affiliates. Developed a methodology to improve management cost information while maintaining compliance. NYNEX CORPORATION, White Plains, NY 1983-1994 Director - Federal Regulatory (1988-1994) Accomplishments: Developed policy and strategy for incentive regulation to deploy the information infrastructure in the Northeast. Developed an assessment of myriad alternative regulatory frameworks. Masters Thesis: On The Reform Of Rate Of Return Regulation For Telephone Companies In The United States. Developed policy and strategies associated with implementation and administration of collocation/interconnection tariffs and issues adopted by NYNEX and approved by regulatory bodies. Developed policy and strategy relative to the status of competition in New York. Author: On Competition: The Evolution Of Competitive Access And Local Exchange Markets In The NYNEX Operating Areas. NEW ENGLAND TELEPHONE, Boston, MA Director – Marketing (1987-1988) NYNEX Service Company, White Plains, NY District Manager – Marketing (1984-1987) NEW ENGLAND TELEPHONE, Boston MA Manager - Interexchange Carrier Service Center (1983-1984) AMERICAN TELEPHONE AND TELEGRAPH, New York, NY Manager - General Departments 1982-1983 NEW ENGLAND TELEPHONE, Boston, MA Manager – State Regulatory (1977-1982) Central Office Technician (1970-1977) 1970-1982 EDUCATION M.S. Finance, Fairfield University, 1989 B.S. Economics, Boston College, 1977, Summa Cum Laude Beta Gamma Sigma Appendix 8 Page 3 of 24 Lori Tasca 45 Brook Valley Road Kinnelon, NJ 07405 Office: 973-581-5233 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE SOLIX, INC. JUNE 1998-Present Whippany, NJ August 2005 - Present Manager - State Universal Service Fund Programs Responsible for the daily operation of State USF Programs Develop and implement procedures to ensure the accurate and timely collection of revenue and disbursement of program funds Prepare monthly and annual financial reports Develop assessment factor calculations Serve as primary contact for Commission staff Coordinate audits conducted by independent audit firms as well as state Commission staff June 1998 – August 2005 Associate Manager - State Universal Service Fund Programs Administer the daily operations of multiple State USF Programs. Responsibilities include: Reviewing and approving carrier support requests for disbursement from state funds Designing appropriate worksheets for carriers to calculate and request support and/or remit assessments Develop, verify and transmit monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports to the various state commissions Develop and update all necessary systems and procedures to ensure the timely and accurate processing of fund operations Providing quality customer service to fund participants and state commissions Working closely with NECA’s Information Technology department to design and maintain databases and financial processing/reporting systems Assisting Manager of state programs with fund related activities and special projects Maintaining constant knowledge of telecommunications services and technology as related to state universal service funds Responsible for the development and analysis of the account reconciliation process that tracks non-payers and inaccurate payments to customer’s accounts. Supervising Account Analyst in accomplishment of data entry and account reconciliation activities Work with internal and external auditors, on both financial and compliance audits Accomplishments Successfully administered start up for two new funds while satisfying all deadlines within budget Significantly improved Customer Service by streamlining and standardizing customer service procedures Reduced the number of delinquent reporters and the accounts receivable aged balance Grand Union Company Financial Control Wayne, N. J. September 1997 - June 1998 Assistant Supervisor Supervised four clerks within the financial control and file maintenance depts. Maintained system and company controls within the accounts payable system. Appendix 8 Page 4 of 24 Knowledge of all phases of the accounts payable system including vendor file maintenance, rent checks and system checks. Responsible for all phases of check production including scheduling, production of real time checks, and wire transfers. Budget & Financial Planning Accounting Assistant Reconciled corporate accounts to the general ledger. Researched and prepared analysis of cost center expenses. Created a store activity listing quarterly. Worked on special projects for the Assistant Treasurer. September 1996 - September 1997 Real Estate Accounting May 1995 – September 1996 Accounting Clerk Responsible for lease and tax related payments. Billed co-tenants, sub-tenants and reconciled maintenance and tax account for stores. Researched property leases. Handled bankruptcy proceedings to insure proper payment of outstanding lease balances. Prepared tax and maintenance budgets for store locations. Accounts Payable September 1994 - May 1995 Accounts Clerk Processed accounts payable records for assigned vendors. Maintained and compared accounts with store receiving records, entered payment information into accounts payable system and issued payment to vendors. Reconciled store-receiving records to ensure proper charges and credits to individual stores . Education: Montclair State University Bachelor of Arts Upper Montclair, N. J. May 1998 County College of Morris Associate in Applied Science - Business Management Randolph, N. J. Jan. 1992 Software: Windows Clarus Access PeopleSoft Excel QuickBooks Word Powerpoint Appendix 8 Page 5 of 24 Tim Devore 341 Gregory Avenue West Orange, NJ 07052 Office: 973-581-5224 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE SOLIX, INC. Whippany, NJ SEPT 2002 – Present Associate Manager - State Universal Service Fund Programs Sept 2005 – Present Administer the daily operations of multiple State USF Programs. Responsibilities include: Reviewing and approving carrier support requests for disbursement from state funds Designing appropriate worksheets for carriers to calculate and request support and/or remit assessments Develop, verify and transmit monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports to the various state commissions Develop and update all necessary systems and procedures to ensure the timely and accurate processing of fund operations Providing quality customer service to fund participants and state commissions Working closely with NECA’s Information Technology department to design and maintain databases and financial processing/reporting systems Assisting Manager of state programs with fund related activities and special projects Maintaining constant knowledge of telecommunications services and technology as related to state universal service funds Responsible for the development and analysis of the account reconciliation process that tracks non-payers and inaccurate payments to customer’s accounts. Supervising Account Analyst in accomplishment of data entry and account reconciliation activities Work with internal and external auditors, on both financial and compliance audits Account Analyst - Texas Universal Service Fund July 2004 – Aug 2005 Manage the process of reviewing and approving disbursements for the Specialized Telecommunications Assistance Program Developed system enhancements and process development Provide quality customer service to all TUSF participants and STAP vendors Work closely with Information Systems department to initiate changes of the TCDHH Application Process Assist the Associate Manager in completion of all required interdepartmental processing activities for the Specialized Telecommunications Assistance Program Perform data entry of voucher information and carrier remittance worksheets Responsible for coordination of all incoming and outgoing mailings and correspondences for the TUSF Finance Department Sept 2002 – July 2004 Maintaining and updating databases for Finance and Purchasing Dept. Keeping inventory logs for Boise Cascade and The Tab Group Handling company accounts for Fed Ex, UPS, Airborne Express and Xerox Systems Inc. Handle all mailroom functions on a daily basis. National Prescription Services Administrative Assistant/CSR/Database Administrator Fairfield, NJ April 2002 – Sept 2002 CSR- Good communication skills, work with clients daily, Order entry, Heavy Phone, Maintain call logs. Create, Maintain and Update Databases, Install new equipment/software Office Skills- Sign new enrollees and get processed, In-house mailing, very efficient in MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Lotus Notes, Report to four senior managers Appendix 8 Page 6 of 24 Datatec Systems Inc. Customer Support Engineer Fairfield, NJ Oct. 2000 – June 2001 Responsible for achieving plan objectives developed by project management through monitoring the efforts of field and client related issues from initiation of project through its completion, Work with project managers to coordinate schedules and effectively deploy field technicians to achieve management objectives. Maximize project efficiencies through E- Deploy, a Website designed to create more synergies between clients and management. Provide project specific technical support for field technicians. Generate daily status reports for project manager and upper management. Education: The Chubb Institute Computer Technical Support Parsippany, N. J. May 2000 Essex County College Educational Studies Software: Windows Clarus Newark, N. J. 1995 - 1997 Access PeopleSoft Excel Powerpoint Word Appendix 8 Page 7 of 24 Carol C. Kenner, CPA 1 Regent Circle Basking Ridge, NJ 07920 Business (973) 581-5005 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE SOLIX, INC. Whippany, NJ 2004 – Present DIRECTOR of FINANCE/CFO Manage the company’s financial operations, including treasury, billing and collection, payroll, accounts payable, general accounting and risk management. Provide financial information to the Board of Directors and Shareholders. Oversee financial operations and provide financial information to the funds which NSI manages. NATIONAL EXCHANGE CARRIER ASSOCIATION, INC. 1998-2004 MANAGER, FINANCIAL REPORTING Prepared and presented monthly financial results reports for management of NECA Services, Inc. Prepared financial results reports for NBANC, TRS and various states’ universal services funds managed by NECA and NECA Services, Inc. Responsible for reporting to the FCC for NBANC and TRS funds. Prepared financial results reports for USAC ALIVE HOSPICE, INC. 1995-1998 DIRECTOR OF FINANCE Managed the financial operations of not-for-profit healthcare corporation and provided financial results reports to management and the Board of Directors Supervised a staff of six, including two professionals JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES OF GREATER HARTFORD, INC. 1992-1995 FINANCIAL MANAGER Managed the financial operations of not-for-profit healthcare corporation and provided financial results reports to management and the Board of Directors. GOUTHIER & WILCZEWSKI, CPA’S 1988-1992 STAFF ACCOUNTANT Conducted small audits, prepared financial statements and filed tax returns on behalf of clients. Appendix 8 Page 8 of 24 KNAPP SHOES, INC. 1986-1988 ASSISTANT CONTROLLER Responsible for general accounting and financial reporting, including annual reports for auditors. Managed the accounts receivable and general accounting staff. BARCLAYSAMERICAN BUSINESS CREDIT 1982-1986 DIVISION CONTROLLER Responsible for budgeting and forecasting for an operating division. Responsible for reviewing actual results and reporting on variances for an operating division. HARPER & ROW, PUBLISHERS 1979-1982 BUSINESS MANAGER Responsible for budgeting and forecasting for an operating division. Responsible for reviewing actual results and reporting on variances for an operating division. MAIN LAFRENTZ & CO. (now KPMG) 1977-1979 STAFF ACCOUNTANT Promoted to level of senior accountant. EDUCATION NEW YORK UNIVERSITY, Graduate School Of Business Administration New York, NY Qualified for MS - Accounting, 1978 TUFTS UNIVERSITY Medford, MA BA - Economics, 1977 Certifications and Professional Membership Certified Public Accountant, New York State New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants Appendix 8 Page 9 of 24 Monique Robinson, CPA 51 Woodlawn Drive Morristown, NJ 07960 (973) 285-0125 mrobins@solixinc.com Objective Secure a financial position in an organization that is looking to excel and where financial savvy is needed. Personal Qualifications Strong accounting and GAAP knowledge Sarbanes-Oxley compliant Mathematical and statistical analysis Cash flow and financial analysis Knowledge of various database and accounting computer application systems Accurate and organized Strong written and verbal communication skills, CTM of Toastmasters Good people skills and team player Ability to effectively manage and direct personnel in business and management of people Highly motivated; skilled at working independently or on a team Strong presentation and facilitation skills Education M.A. Kean University, Mathematics Education B.S. Rutgers University, Accounting Professional Experience Director – General Accounting and Revenue Operations Solix Inc. Manages accounting, treasury, and accounts receivable functions Responsible for the preparation of the financial statements Ensures all documentation complies with Company’s regulations Manages journal entry processing Oversees the reconciliation of balance sheet, income statements, cash flow, and bank accounts Manages and oversees the safeguard of the Company’s liquid assets Oversight responsibility for billing & collection for all lines of business and risk management Manager – Financial Reporting NECA Services, Inc. (2005 – present) (2004 – 2005) Responsible for monitoring all financial operations within the company Maintain trial balance Performs reconciles of bank statements for investment and cash accounts Performs tie-outs of balance sheet items Prepare journal entries Appendix 8 Page 10 of 24 Assures the external reporting requirements are in compliance Assist with year end audits Budget preparation Participates in request for proposal pricing Report directly to the CFO Associate Manager - Finance and Accounting NECA Services, Inc. Prepare monthly financial reports and revenue activity reports Perform budget and variance analysis Prepare journal entries Reconcile out of balance general ledger accounts Financial Controller LARRC, INC. t/a AGS (1993 – 1999) Responsible for maintaining the fiscal soundness of the organization Preparation of financial reports Month end closing Bank reconciliation Prepare budget Inventory control analysis Primary contact for the bank, asset based lending team, outside auditors, and vendors Handle all personnel functions including payroll Supervise and train accounts receivable and accounts payable departments Accounts Receivable LARRC, INC. t/a AGS (1999-2004) (1992 – 1993) Responsible for the collection and application of funds to customers’ account Handle customer problems and inquiries Assist with bank reconciliation, general ledger adjustments, and month end closing Professional Affiliations American Institute of Certified Public Accounts (AICPA) New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accounts (NJSCPA) CTM of Toastmasters International Professional Skills Proficient in PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Windows, Excel, Outlook, Explorer, Helmsman, Peoplesoft, and nVision Knowledge of Microsoft Access and SAS Programming Appendix 8 Page 11 of 24 DONNA L. CASEY 245 Halsey Road Parsippany, NJ 07054 Office (973) 581-5006 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE SOLIX INC. Whippany, NJ Director – Expense Operations & Budgets (October 2005 – current) Responsible for the functions of Accounts Payable and Disbursements, payroll, employee expense reporting, employment taxes, time & attendance, purchasing , mailroom and company records retention. Ensure that all liabilities of the company were paid in a timely and accurate manner Coordinated the fund program disbursements that NSI administers Assisted in preparing the budget presentations for the Board of Directors and maintained all budget system reporting and procedures Oversee and direct the process of the payroll function, ensuring that all employees are paid in an accurate and timely manner and NSI payroll taxes are remitted to the proper taxing authority Oversee and direct the purchasing functions , including the negotiation and contract process with vendors Oversee the management of employee expense reporting and instant recognition awards Assisted in the administration of the cost accounting process for all NSI activities Oversee and direct the mailroom and off-sire storage and record retention functions Maintain the policies and procedures for all of the functional areas of responsibility NATIONAL EXCHANGE CARRIER ASSOCIATION, INC. / NECA SERVICES, INC. Whippany, NJ Manager, State Universal Service Fund Administration (January 2000 – October 2005) Responsible for the daily operation of State USF Programs Develop and implement procedures to ensure the accurate and timely collection of revenue and disbursement of program funds Prepare monthly and annual financial reports Develop assessment factor calculations Serve as primary contact for Commission staff Coordinate audits conducted by independent audit firms as well as state Commission staff Manager, Budgets/Disbursements (June 1996 – January 2000) Responsible for the accurate and timely disbursement of all NECA disbursements and the coordination and tracking of the NECA budget process Coordinated NECA’s annual corporate expense, revenue and capital budget process Compiled NECA and INS monthly and quarterly financial statements and variance reports Assisted in preparing the budget presentations for the Board of Directors and maintained all budget system reporting and procedures Analyzed and maintained corporate and departmental budget vs. actual information Appendix 8 Page 12 of 24 Assisted in the administration of the cost accounting process for all NECA activities Ensured that all liabilities of the company were paid in a timely and accurate manner Coordinated the fund program disbursements that NECA and INS administers which include NECA PS, INS, OSP, IXC, TRS, VUSF, AZUSF, ARUSF, KSUSF, OKUSF, WYUSF, TXUSF, and TX Specialized Equipment Created and updated the Unit and Corporate practices for procedures and expense reporting to ensure that expenses were properly classified Reconciled all payable and cash accounts Coordinated internal and external audits Associate Manager, Accounts Payable (June 1987 – June 1996) Responsible for the accurate and timely disbursements of all NECA disbursements Ensured that all Fund and Miscellaneous disbursements were disbursed in a timely and accurate manner Updated operating procedures Account analysis of all past due accounts Maintained Accounts Payable system Verified and approved disbursement requests for accuracy in account distribution Processed 1099 and 1096 information to IRS and State agencies Accounting Specialist (December 1986 – June 1987) Responsible for the accurate posting of accounts in the General Ledger Prepared and reconciled Balance Sheet Prepared and maintained Fixed Assets, amortization schedules and recorder journal entries in the General Ledger General Ledger account analysis Bank reconciliation Accounts Payable Specialist (April 1985 – December 1986) Responsible for verification and input of disbursement requests Verification and input of Employee Expense Statements, Purchase Orders, Purchase Requests and Request for Checks Prepared manual checks and registers Researched all statements for outstanding invoices THE GREAT ATLANTIC & PACIFIC TEA COMPANY Budd Lake, NJ August 1980 – July 1985 Bookkeeper Responsible for the daily cash operations of the store Prepared daily and weekly financial statements and revenue reports Maintained cash flow for operations Prepared Payroll and processed invoices Appendix 8 Page 13 of 24 THATCHER GLASS INC. Wharton, NJ August 1982 – July 1983 Accounts Receivable Clerk Responsible for the daily billing Preparation of the billing invoices Review and Reconciliation of the Accounts Receivable accounts EDUCATION A.S. Business Administration, County College of Morris May 2001 Currently pursuing a B.A. in Business Administration – Accounting at the College of St. Elizabeth Appendix 8 Page 14 of 24 KATHY COMPTON 12 Faesch Court, Rockaway, NJ 07866 (973)328-8041 PROFESSIONAL POSITIONS Manager-Financial Reporting, Solix, Inc, Whippany, NJ; 12/2005-present. Prepare monthly and annual financial statements for Solix and the state funds managed by Solix. Process and post monthly journal entries. This includes the review of staff prepared monthly transactions ensuring accurate and timely reporting. Review bank and balance sheet reconciliations prepared by staff. Provide assistance with pricing and budgeting. Prepare analysis and other supporting schedules for the auditors. Train and supervise one professional. Manager-Reporting, NECA, Whippany, NJ; 6/2004-12/2005. Provide day-to-day accounting support, including the responsibility for analysis, reconciliation and preparation of financial information and financial statements for NECA, NSI, the Telephone Relay Service (TRS) fund and several State Universal Service Funds. Implemented and maintain proprietary and budgetary reporting for the TRS fund using USSGL federal government accounting standards. Manage filing of the U.S. Treasury SF224 and CIHO reports and work closely with the FCC accounting staff providing financial data for input in the FCC financial statements and the U.S Treasury and OMB databases. Act as point of contact with senior management, the FCC, U.S. Treasury, State Commission personnel and external auditors. Assist in development and maintenance of Financial Accounting and General Accounting policy and procedures including authorship for the Finance intranet site. Backup administrator of the PeopleSoft financial and asset management systems. Train and supervise one professional. Senior Accounting Specialist, NECA, Whippany, NJ; 7/2000-6/2004. Responsible for financial statements and accounting for various State USF funds. Assisted in providing monthly and annual NECA financial reporting. Interact with external and internal auditors to facilitate NECA and State USF audits. Led the installation, testing and maintenance of the PeopleSoft AM system, including the authorship of the AM procedures. Assisted in the maintenance of the general ledger and updating Financial Policies and Practices. Responsible for several monthly bank reconciliations. Associate Manager/Manager, Program Integrity Assurance, Schools and Libraries Division, NECA, Whippany, NJ; 3/1998-7/2000. Trained, developed and managed a team of fourteen. Prepared and maintained required management reports of audit findings. Planned and implemented special projects. Ensured that effective review procedures were developed and maintained. Senior Staff Accountant/Budget Analyst, Casio, Inc, Dover, NJ; 1995-1998. Directed closing activities. Developed, controlled and maintained the corporate budget. Responsibilities also included special projects for upper management and cash management. Staff Accountant, Konica, USA, Englewood Cliffs, NJ; 1988-1995. EDUCATION College of Saint Elizabeth, Morristown, NJ; 12 credits towards MS in Management William Paterson University, Wayne, NJ; BA – Accounting Bergen Community College, Paramus, NJ – AAS – Early Childhood Education Appendix 8 Page 15 of 24 Susan C. Kenny 85 Hilltop Trail Sparta, New Jersey 07871 973-729-1189 OBJECTIVE A challenging position, utilizing abilities obtained through my experience and education, with the opportunity for professional growth based on my performance EXPERIENCE 12/05-Present Solix Inc. Whippany, NJ Manager-Accounts Payable and Purchasing Upload, input, review and disburse all Programmatic disbursements in which Solix manages to guarantee the integrity of payments made to program participants which includes Billing and Collection, State Program Operations and Product Operations Ensuring program disbursements are made on time and in accordance with contractual obligations Review and disburse Employee Expenses Statements, Request for Checks and Vouchers to guarantee the integrity of the payments Maintaining vendor master files and bank information for proper FEIN and bank transfer information Review and update Financial Policies & Practices(relating to expense reporting), Accounts Payable Unit Procedures and Schedules to ensure that all expenditures, policies and regulations are valid, accurate and authorized in accordance with Solix policies Oversee and manage the purchasing functions, ensuring that purchases are properly authorized, accounted for and received Supervise staff of 3 – 2 direct and 1 indirect 03/99-12/05 National Exchange Carrier Association Whippany, NJ Associate Manager-IT Budget Development, monitoring, coordination and interpretation of the entire NECA corporate capital and IT expense budgets Analysis, tracking and reporting of budget activities to Executive Director IT and Director-Financial Operations Negotiating, tracking and processing of vendor contracts and related invoices Procurement of IT equipment and software in accordance with NECA’s Purchasing Policies and Practices Supervise staff of 4 – 2 direct and 2 indirect 01/98-02/99 National Exchange Carrier Association Whippany, NJ Associate Manager-SLD/PIA Review and audit applications to assure they are compliant with program guidelines under the Telecommunications Act of 1996 Obtaining and updating discount data for US and territories 11/91-12/97 Integrated Access Systems, Inc. Rockaway, NJ Accountant/Accounts Payable Manager Prepared monthly journal entries and financial statements Maintained general ledger Account analysis, variance analysis and error resolution Reconciled monthly bank statements Maintained construction in process spreadsheets Supervised Accounts Payable staff of 2 Resolved Accounts Payable errors and completed the month end close for corporate and 2 divisions on separate software systems Appendix 8 Page 16 of 24 01/88-11/90 John Dusenberry Co. Inc. Randolph, NJ Sr. Accounting Clerk Maintained general ledger for corporate and divisions Prepared monthly financial statements and quarterly consolidated Prepared ratios and variance explanations Account analysis and error resolution Reconciled monthly bank statements Assisted in conversion of manual accounting system to computerized Assisted supervisor for staff of 6 01/86-12/87 Patient Care Inc. West Orange, NJ Schedule Coordinator Scheduled and supervised home health aides according to Medicare and Medicaid guidelines Processed Medicare and Medicaid billing according to their guidelines Processed weekly payroll EDUCATION 09/83-12/85 Kean University Union, NJ Bachelor of Science Degree Business Administration with an option in accounting and a minor in Economics 09/81-06/83 County College of Morris Randolph, NJ Associate of Arts Degree Business Administration REFERENCES Furnished upon request Appendix 8 Page 17 of 24 KARIN BENSON 19 Country Club Lane Springfield, NJ 07081 Office (973) 581-7693 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE SOLIX INC. Whippany, NJ Manager – Billing & Collections (January 2006 – current) Responsible for all billing, collection and accounts receivable activity for State USF, B&C, and all lines of business. Manage the daily operations of the State Universal Services Funds, B&C and all new lines of business Responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining automated cash receipt lockbox interfaces for all programs Manage and coordinate the flow of financial information between treasury, general accounting and B&C groups Provide customer service for internal and external customers Provide audit support to internal and external auditors Develop and document consistent policies and procedures across business lines NATIONAL EXCHANGE CARRIER ASSOCIATION, INC. / NECA SERVICES, INC. Whippany, NJ Manager – Billing & Collections Settlements (June 2001 – January 2006) Responsible for the direct supervision and individual work activities involved in the monthly processing of all settlement input, revenue administration, and generation of invoice and disbursement notification detail for approximately 900 companies. Acquired an in-depth knowledge of all B&C programs, pricing, terms and operating procedures. Managed staff and systems resources necessary to ensure all B&C programs are efficiently and effectively processed Directed and supervised the customer services activities with the Exchange Carriers Managed parallel testing, data validation, maintenance and enhancement of the conversion to a new billing system Identified and reported revenue trends to corporate executives Assisted with the interpretations of contracts for new billing programs Managed Annual Tariff Rate Verification process and system updates Increased the number of Exchange Carriers receiving invoices via e-mail by 70% Associate Manager – Cash Management (September 1997- June 2001) Responsible for the preservation and safeguard of the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC), Texas State Funds and NECA cash resources. Established and maintained corporate cashbooks Managed long term investments to determine daily borrowing and investment needs Maintained fund transfer system with several banks, i.e., Mellon, First Union, and Bank of NY Reconciled cash balances on a daily basis Managed and maintained borrowing and investment records between $1-20 million annually Reviewed, analyzed and reconciled NECA accounts Prepared monthly and quarterly reports on investments and borrowings for corporate executives Authorized to borrow funds for NECA and USAC to meet cash requirements Finance – Billing & Collections Assistant (April 1997-September 1997) Responsible for Billing, Collection and Accounts Receivable functions for Independent NECA Services (including Tariff 4), Post Settlement Processing, Universal Service/Lifeline Assistance, and Telecommunications Relay Service. Calculated accruals and prepared journal entries for all billed entities Resolved all unapplied cash issues for TRS dating back to 1993 Appendix 8 Page 18 of 24 Provided company position report for analysis of outstanding balances for INS on a monthly basis Senior B&C Finance/Operations Assistant (August 1996 – April 1997) Primary support for INS’ Settlement Statement processing. This consisted of collecting and verifying required revenue and message data for all participants (OSP’s, IXC’s and LEC’s) in the billing & collection programs. Prepared and processed Provider Settlement Statements Provided excellent customer service to INS’ participants Analyzed and input toll return data and miscellaneous adjustments Participated in the development of procedures for the Sprint Single Bill Savings Plan Perfected the system input screens, which saved time and eliminated opportunities for input errors Completed various special projects which involved analyzing, investigating, and resolving questions regarding the LEC accounts, specifically tape variances and toll return issues Updated tariff rates, contacts and agency agreements Operations and Finance Assistant (February 1994- August 1996) Responsible data entry and verification and input of credit requests Analyzed and input toll returns and miscellaneous adjustments for 1,300 exchange carriers Reviewed output reports to ensure accuracy of toll returns and miscellaneous adjustments Separated, copied and filed data requests Prepared various financial assignments and related accounting spreadsheets Resolved customer inquiries EDUCATION Associate of Arts Degree – Biology, Union County College Appendix 8 Page 19 of 24 Jose Monje 311 Paulison Ave. Passaic, NJ 07055 Office: 973-581-5397 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Solix Inc. Whippany, NJ December 2005-Present Accounts Receivable Specialist Responsible for Cash Applications, debits and credits Prepare journal entries for all bill entities Prepare invoice and statement applications Prepare bank transfers October 2003 – December 2005 Solix Inc. Whippany, NJ Account Assistant - Universal Service Fund Manage the process of reviewing and approving carrier remittance worksheets Provide quality customer service to all USF participants and commissions Assist the Associate Manager in completion of all required interdepartmental processing activities for 5 state programs Perform data entry of carrier remittance worksheets Responsible for coordination of all incoming and outgoing mailings and correspondences for the USF NATIONAL EXCHANGE CARRIER ASSOCIATION, INC Whippany, NJ May 2001-August 2003 Receptionist Provided quality customer service to satisfy internal and external inquiries Interacted with general public and vendors Performed inventory control activities Monitored calls for maintenance of building security Developed procedures and direction guidelines EDUCATION Passaic High School, 1994 Passaic Institute of Technology, 2003 Certifications: A+ Hardware, Access Calc Canterbury: Word, Excel COMPUTER SKILLS Windows XP Word PeopleSoft Group Wise Excel Outlook Personal Skills Fluent Spanish and English Quick Learner Access Internet A+ Team Player Appendix 8 Page 20 of 24 JOHN J. BOCHICCHIO, CTP 16 Barge Court Montville, NJ 07045 Office (973) 581-5210 Home (973) 335-4223 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE SOLIX, INC. Whippany, NJ 12/05 to Present Program administrator, asset manager and information technology provider to federal, state and local governments. SENIOR TREASURY MANAGER Management of treasury operations, bank account administration, investing and banking relationships Cash flow forecasting Oversee risk management Oversee investor relations Supervision of one professional NATIONAL EXCHANGE CARRIER ASSOCIATION, INC Whippany, NJ 1/02 to 12/05 Administrator of FCC access charge plan, state telecom and state energy funds. MANAGER TREASURY OPERATIONS Management of treasury operations, administration, investing and banking relationships Cash flow forecasting Oversee payroll and related functions Oversee the management of employee expenses Supervision of four professionals REVLON CONSUMER PRODUCTS CORPORATION Edison, NJ 9/88 to 1/02 International manufacturer and marketer of cosmetics, skin care, fragrances and personal care products. $1.5 billion annual net sales. MANAGER, FINANCE & CASH MANAGEMENT (6/96 – 1/02) CASH MANAGER (1/94 – 6/96) Management of domestic treasury operations including development of cash management system, daily cash concentration, maintenance of revolving credit facility, bank account administration and banking relationships Reduced bank compensation through the consolidation of operating bank accounts and the initiation and completion of lockbox study Integration of acquired companies into domestic cash concentration system Installation of windows based bank account administration program tracking 350 worldwide bank accounts, 150 retail locations Appendix 8 Page 21 of 24 Equipment lease analysis and negotiation, letters of credit, cash flow forecasting Assist Treasurer in management and administration of pension plan investments Supervision of one professional MANAGER OF FINANCIAL REPORTING – Corporate NY, NY (5/93 – 12/93) Preparation of external financial reports including 10K, 10Q and S-1 Preparation of annual report for employee savings and investment plan. $80 million plan assets Coordinate U. S. Government regulatory and other statutory reporting MANAGER OF FINANCIAL ANALYSIS – (REVLON) Corporate NY, NY (7/89 – 5/93) Analysis and interpretation of flash sales and operating income results, preparation of commentary and monthly report presented to management Consolidation of net sales and operating income monthly forecasts for worldwide operations Preparation and management of departmental budgets Special projects including the development and implementation policies and procedures REVLON DOMESTIC COSMETIC AND FRAGRANCE DIVISION, Edison, NJ MANAGER OF BUDGETS AND FORECASTS (9/88 – 7/89) Consolidation and review of budget and forecast financial statements Preparation of monthly controller’s letter with commentary and variance investigation. Consolidation, review and analysis of $40 million general and administrative budget Provided divisional headcount and compensation reporting and analysis Supervision of three professionals SUBURBAN PROPANE GAS Whippany, NJ 2/81 to 9/88 Coast to coast propane marketer with 500 locations. $900 million annual net sales. SUPERVISOR, FINANCIAL ANALYSIS (1/86 – 9/88) SUPERVISOR, BUDGETING (1/84 – 1/86) BUDGET ANALYST (2/81 – 1/84) Direct the review, consolidation and analysis of the company budget Presentations to management Preparation and analysis of flash sales and income reports Analysis of capital spending, capital authorization requests, discounted cash flow/net present value analysis, lease/purchase analysis Training of field operating managers on budgeting and forecasting techniques Review and analysis of acquisition candidates using D.C.F./N.P.V. Supervision of one Appendix 8 Page 22 of 24 THE BATES MANUFACTURING COMPANY Hackettstown, NJ 2/80 to 2/81 Privately held manufacturer of office products COST ACCOUNTING SUPERVISOR (9/80 – 2/81) JUNIOR COST ACCOUNTANT (2/80 – 9/80) G.S.G.S. & D., Inc Clarks Summit, PA 9/78 to 2/80 Architects, Engineers & Planners GENERAL ACCOUNTANT ROBERT ROSSI & COMPANY Eynon, PA Certified Public Accountants JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT EDUCATION MBA, Fairleigh Dickinson University, Madison, NJ 1988 BS, Accounting, Bloomsburg University, Bloomsburg, PA 1977 12/77 to 9/78 Appendix 8 Page 23 of 24 VINCENT JARVIS 6 Nishuane Road, Montclair NJ 07042 973) 581-5214 Work PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: SOLIX INC. – Whippany New Jersey Associate Manager – Cash Management December, 2005 - Present Perform daily cash management activities, including cash balance reporting, transmittal of wire information and reconciling ACH transactions for SOLIX Inc. Billing & Collection and General Operating Funds, in addition to, 15 State Universal Service Funds. Establish and maintain corporate cashbooks for each of the above-mentioned funds, in addition to execution of ACH / Wire transfers for Settlement payments, short-term investments and refunds to Exchange Carriers. Daily review of account activity in each fund, ensuring that all transactions have been processed as authorized and the appropriate documentation for the activity is completed. Develop cash flow forecasting reports to accurately project the above mentioned funds liquid cash position. Provide account analysis / research of transaction detail for the General Accounting and Accounts Receivable Departments. Prepare and render accurate and timely short-term Investment valuation and earnings schedule on a monthly basis. Track the buying and selling of investment accounts, including month end income / dividend reinvestment, capital gains reporting and calculating the average annual investment rate for internal and external users. Communicate with subsidiary staff and bank personnel on all cash related matters. National Exchange Carriers Association – Whippany NJ Associate Manager – Treasury Operations / Cash Management November, 2000 – December, 2005 Perform daily cash management activities, including cash balance reporting, transmittal of wire information and reconciling ACH transactions for NECA Services Inc. Billing & Collection and General Operating Funds, NECA Telephone Relay Service Fund in addition to, 7 State Universal Service Funds. Establish and maintain corporate cashbooks for each of the above-mentioned funds, in addition to execution of ACH / Wire transfers for Settlement payments, short-term investments and refunds to Exchange Carriers. Daily review of account activity in each fund, ensuring that all transactions have been processed as authorized and the appropriate documentation for the activity is completed. Develop cash flow forecasting reports to accurately project the above mentioned funds liquid cash position. Provide account analysis / research of transaction detail for the General Accounting and Accounts Receivable Departments. Prepare and render accurate and timely short-term Investment valuations on a weekly basis. Track the buying and selling of investment accounts, including month end income / dividend re-investment, capital gains reporting and calculating the average annual investment rate for internal and external users. Communicate with subsidiary staff and bank personnel on all cash related matters. JP Morgan Chase – New York, NY Senior Accountant: Global Investor Service March 1997 – August, 1999 Management of monthly workflow achieving critical report delivery and quality service to clients. Development of quality controls, maintaining effective and dependable performance. Ensured accuracy of daily processing of transactions in client's portfolios through timely maintenance procedures, which resulted in accurate monthly asset and market value reconciliation. Developed quarterly income / expense audits for all portfolios, ensuring accurate monthly reporting. Maintained accurate accounting files on ERISA compliance and tax reporting schedules. Appendix 8 Page 24 of 24 Resolved inquiries from clients and their investment advisors. Rendered periodic investment accounting reports for Defined Benefit/Contribution and Endowment & Foundations assets with a combined value of $2 billion. Account Administrator/Assistant Manager: Global Trust Services June, 1991 - March, 1997 Coordinated the contribution, investment, benefit payment, and expense processes for $1.8 billion in Defined Benefit / Contribution and Endowment & Foundations assets. Analyzed processed transactions and earnings estimates on a daily basis for monthly asset reconciliation and quarterly market value reconciliation. Resolved trade discrepancies with Brokers / Custodians in addition, acted as the liaison between the Clients and Bank operating units. Monitored and ensured ERISA compliance; met all tax reporting deadlines and assisted in the Administration and management of fifteen relationships. Provided written communication to clients concerning problem resolution, confirmation of transactions, and results of research relating to their portfolios. JP Morgan Chase – New York, NY Accountant: Global Trust Services February, 1985 – June, 1991 Prepared monthly financial investment reports for Defined Benefit / Contribution, ESOP, and VEBA Plans with a combined value of $500 million Performed daily and monthly reconcilement of Securities lending accounts and customer reports. Accurately processed daily transactions of contributions, lump sum payments, and in-kind distributions for plan participants. Reviewed monthly income and dividend investment statements, cash flow, and accrual of interest and dividends for securities held in various portfolios. Investigated all client inquiries, researched, and referred exceptions to appropriate areas for resolution. EDUCATION: LONG ISLAND UNIVERSITY – Brooklyn Campus, Brooklyn - New York Bachelor of Science Degree, Majored in Accounting - February 1994 UNIVERSITY OF GUYANA – Turkeyen, Gtr. Georgetown, Guyana Diploma in Accounting – October 1983 CERTIFICATION: MONTCLAIR STATE UNIVERSITY - Upper Montclair, NJ Certificate in Paralegal Studies REFERENCES: Available upon request – January, 2004