Kiersten Pearl
Technical Certifications
CompTIA A+
CompTIA Network+
CompTIA i-Net+
CompTIA Linux+
CompTIA IT Project+
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)
Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT)
Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS) Expert
Adobe Certified Expert (ACE)
QuickBooks Professional Advisor
Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3)
Education
- Master of Science in Computer Science - 1997
University of Southern California
The School of Engineering
- Master of Science in Information and Operations Management - 1996
University of Southern California
The Graduate School of Business Administration
Emphasis in Information Systems
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - 1992
University of Southern California
The School of Business
Magna Cum Laude, Emphasis in Decision Systems
Minor in Psychology
Lettered in Women's Volleyball (full scholarship)
Professional Experience
Partner - 2002 to present
- KREP Consulting LLC
- Duties include administration, consulting, and website development.
President - 1997 to 2002
- Finch Computer Services, Glendale
- Founded and managed a small corporation which provided computer training and consulting. Duties included training, consulting, development, management, administration, accounting, marketing, sales, operations, human resources, etc.
UNIX Consulting Supervisor - 1995 to 1997
- User Services, University Computing Services, University of Southern California
- Hired, trained, and supervised a staff of five fulltime and over 30 part-time consultants to provide hardware, software, and network support, training, and documentation to faculty, students, and staff.
Instructor - 1995 to 1999
- Information Technology Program, School of Engineering, University of Southern California
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Taught Internet, Web Publishing, The UNIX System and Windows NT courses. Developed curriculum. Selected and managed teaching assistants.
UNIX Consultant - 1993 to 1995
- User Services, University Computing Services, University of Southern California
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Provided support, training, and documentation in the use of hardware, software, and networks to faculty, students, and staff. Hired, trained, and managed student workers.
Apartment Manager - 1991 to 1993
- W/F Development, Los Angeles
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Managed three apartment complexes with approximately 125 tenants in 45 units. Hired, trained, and supervised two assistant managers.
Personal Interests
Martial Arts, Traveling, Wine Tasting, Golf, Skiing, Piano