Rhaphael Tarpley

Experience

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  Pacific Centrex Services, Inc.

  Jan 2001 - Aug 2010

  Regulatory Compliance Manager

  The Regulatory Compliance Manager oversees the Telecommunications Compliance Program, functioning as an independent and objective body that reviews and evaluates local, state and federal telecommunications compliance issues, concerns and required reporting for the organization. The position ensures the Chief Operating Officer, correlated management and all employees are in compliance with the rules and regulations of regulatory agencies ie Public Utilities Commissions, Board of Equalization, Universal Service Administration, North American Numbering, etc. and that company policies and procedures are being followed.The position serves as a channel of communication to receive and direct telecom compliance issues to appropriate resources for investigation and resolution, and as a final internal resource with which concerned departments and 3rd parties may communicate after other formal channels and resources have been exhausted. Show less

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  Datavo - Business Data & Voice Solutions

  Aug 2010 - May 2015

  Chief Operations Officer

  Datavo began operations in 1999 as an FCC-licensed calling card provider. With a commitment to delivering business-class telecommunications to micro and small businesses, Datavo, at one time was recognized as one of the largest, privately owned Competitive Local Exchange Carriers (CLEC) in California. The company is a provider of traditional business telephone service, long distance wireline, broadband and VoIP services.Datavo’s services VoIP services are available throughout the United States and limits its broadband deployment to the Southern California business market.Datavo is a facilities-based communications provider, which owns and operates its own switch, switching equipment and broadband network. The company’s primary network core is located in Los Angeles, California with headquarters located in Agoura Hills, California. Datavo’s headquarters is responsible for all back office operations, including call center, billing and customer service operations.As Chief Operations Officer I work with the CEO, CTO and report to directors. The position maintains full responsibility for all Datavo company operations, including but not limited to sales and marketing, human resources, customer service, customer billing and portions of network operations. In support of Datavo’s growth and acquisition strategy I’m responsible for development and implementation of new revenue streams, managing OSS and other supporting information systems, leveraging the existing technical resources to the organization’s competitive advantage and oversee regulatory compliance including ILEC/CLEC initiatives. Show less

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  Karma Tequila

  May 2015 - now

  CEO

  Karma Tequila, a product of WC Spirits, LLC based in Los Angeles, California, began operations in 2006 with the idea of elevating tequila to the highest level it could possibly achieve. The result is an ultra premium blend that delights connoisseurs and converts new tequila lovers alike. It's delicious, smooth and entirely new; Karma Tequila is returning the soul in spirits.