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| − | <p>'''Michael E. Hicks, Jr.''' | + | <p>'''Michael (Mike) E. Hicks, Jr.''' has over thirty-five years of experience in both public and private technology sectors. Following his graduation with a Bachelor of Science in Computers and Information Systems from Florida A&M University, Hicks was accepted into the US Navy Flight Program, laying the foundational stone for his diverse and impactful career. </p> |
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| − | + | <p>As a Naval Officer, he flew EP-3E electronic reconnaissance missions with VQ-1 in Guam, instructed flight with VT-2 at NAS Whiting Field, and was a vital staff member at Commander Training Air Wing Five. Here, he pioneered the Wing’s IT department, supporting all NAS Whiting Field squadrons and leading significant infrastructure projects including fiber network and data center development. </p> | |
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| + | Transitioning to civilian entrepreneurship, Hicks founded Pensacola Internet, which under his guidance, became Pensacola's second-largest ISP and introduced groundbreaking technologies like the 56K modem and wireless internet to the area. Following the sale of Pensacola Internet, he served as IT Director at Network Telephone, managing its IT expansion from 55 to over 600 employees across nine states, and spearheading key projects in data and network design. </p> | ||
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<p>Eleven years later, he sold Pensacola Internet’s residential customers to Mindspring and business customers to Network Telephone. He then joined Network Telephone as their IT Director where he was responsible for managing the IT needs of the company as it grew from 55 employees to 600+ employees operating in 9 states. He oversaw projects such as data center design, fiber network design, wireless network design/construction and was a member of the team responsible for billing, OSS, trouble/network monitoring system selection and integration. </p> | <p>Eleven years later, he sold Pensacola Internet’s residential customers to Mindspring and business customers to Network Telephone. He then joined Network Telephone as their IT Director where he was responsible for managing the IT needs of the company as it grew from 55 employees to 600+ employees operating in 9 states. He oversaw projects such as data center design, fiber network design, wireless network design/construction and was a member of the team responsible for billing, OSS, trouble/network monitoring system selection and integration. </p> | ||
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| − | + | <p>In 2001, Hicks co-founded Hixardt Technologies, leveraging his extensive expertise in enterprise and federal IT sectors. His strategic consultancy post-Hurricane Katrina to US Army General Russel Honoré for the Joint Task Force Katrina response underscored his commitment to leveraging technology in disaster recovery efforts. </p> | |
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| + | <p>Furthering his impact, Hicks served as emeritus chairman of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta's New Orleans Branch, offering insights on federal government requirements and entrepreneurial strategies. <br> </p> | ||
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<p>'''Hixardt Technologies, Inc. (Hixardt)''' is an information technology firm established in June 2001 and headquartered in Pensacola Florida servicing the upper Gulf Coast and DC Metro areas. Hixardt is an IT solutions provider for both commercial and government clients. Hixardt provides best-in-class cybersecurity and compliance solutions to local professional organizations, regional government offices, and federal agencies. Across these diverse markets and geographies, our mission is simple; secure systems, empower people, and deliver peace of mind to leadership so they can focus on their mission. </p> | <p>'''Hixardt Technologies, Inc. (Hixardt)''' is an information technology firm established in June 2001 and headquartered in Pensacola Florida servicing the upper Gulf Coast and DC Metro areas. Hixardt is an IT solutions provider for both commercial and government clients. Hixardt provides best-in-class cybersecurity and compliance solutions to local professional organizations, regional government offices, and federal agencies. Across these diverse markets and geographies, our mission is simple; secure systems, empower people, and deliver peace of mind to leadership so they can focus on their mission. </p> | ||
Revision as of 16:04, 8 March 2024
Michael (Mike) E. Hicks, Jr. has over thirty-five years of experience in both public and private technology sectors. Following his graduation with a Bachelor of Science in Computers and Information Systems from Florida A&M University, Hicks was accepted into the US Navy Flight Program, laying the foundational stone for his diverse and impactful career.
As a Naval Officer, he flew EP-3E electronic reconnaissance missions with VQ-1 in Guam, instructed flight with VT-2 at NAS Whiting Field, and was a vital staff member at Commander Training Air Wing Five. Here, he pioneered the Wing’s IT department, supporting all NAS Whiting Field squadrons and leading significant infrastructure projects including fiber network and data center development.
Transitioning to civilian entrepreneurship, Hicks founded Pensacola Internet, which under his guidance, became Pensacola's second-largest ISP and introduced groundbreaking technologies like the 56K modem and wireless internet to the area. Following the sale of Pensacola Internet, he served as IT Director at Network Telephone, managing its IT expansion from 55 to over 600 employees across nine states, and spearheading key projects in data and network design.
Eleven years later, he sold Pensacola Internet’s residential customers to Mindspring and business customers to Network Telephone. He then joined Network Telephone as their IT Director where he was responsible for managing the IT needs of the company as it grew from 55 employees to 600+ employees operating in 9 states. He oversaw projects such as data center design, fiber network design, wireless network design/construction and was a member of the team responsible for billing, OSS, trouble/network monitoring system selection and integration.
In 2001, Hicks co-founded Hixardt Technologies, leveraging his extensive expertise in enterprise and federal IT sectors. His strategic consultancy post-Hurricane Katrina to US Army General Russel Honoré for the Joint Task Force Katrina response underscored his commitment to leveraging technology in disaster recovery efforts.
Furthering his impact, Hicks served as emeritus chairman of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta's New Orleans Branch, offering insights on federal government requirements and entrepreneurial strategies.
Hixardt Technologies, Inc. (Hixardt) is an information technology firm established in June 2001 and headquartered in Pensacola Florida servicing the upper Gulf Coast and DC Metro areas. Hixardt is an IT solutions provider for both commercial and government clients. Hixardt provides best-in-class cybersecurity and compliance solutions to local professional organizations, regional government offices, and federal agencies. Across these diverse markets and geographies, our mission is simple; secure systems, empower people, and deliver peace of mind to leadership so they can focus on their mission.
