Chris Simpson

Experience

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  Computer Technology Corporation

  Jun 2000 - Jan 2002

  Systems Engineer

  •Network Administration and server management of Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 and Microsoft Windows 2000 networks.•Provided network and desktop support to users in person and via phone, including troubleshooting of network connectivity problems, operating system errors, application problems and printer problems.

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  AmSurg Corp

  Jan 2002 - Nov 2004

  Network Administrator

  •Worked as part of a network team, personally maintaining practically all server-side aspects of a 30+ server, 100+ client, Windows 2000 domain spanning multiple sites.•Assisted help desk staff with troubleshooting tasks.•Created, maintained, and deployed standard images for client machines utilizing Symantec Ghost and Sysprep.•Monitored general network health including internet connectivity and subnetting needs.•Managed the Xiotech Magnitude SAN environment.

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  Dell Technologies

  Nov 2004 - Aug 2005

  Senior Account Manager

  • Maintained and expanded business relationships/market share with existing Dell account set of over 200 customers.• Focused on delivering a positive customer experience according to Dell standards.• Performed out-bounding to increase penetration and retention in my account set.• Utilized strategic probing to identify, evaluate and recommend alternative business solutions.• Engaged cross-functional resources, regardless of geographic location, in order to achieve goals and meet customer needs.• Developed and implemented account plans to drive attainment of critical business objectives.• Effectively balanced demands from multiple stakeholders as well as long-term and short-term priorities. Show less

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  Gallagher Financial Systems

  Oct 2005 - Jun 2008

  Network Administrator

  • Worked as part of a team managing over 200 Windows 2000 and Windows 2003 servers; duties included installing and maintaining servers, managing backups using Symantec Backup Exec 11d.• Maintained various aspects of multiple domains including group policies, file and folder permissions, switch configurations, Ghost images, security updates via WSUS, virtual machines via VMWare.• Aided help desk staff in resolving client computer issues in a timely fashion.

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  Hong Kong Tourism Board

  Jan 2009 - Aug 2010

  Administrative Assistant/Network Support

  • Oversaw general office duties including coordinating with industry partners for HKTB-hosted events, sourcing and procuring quotes for office services and equipment, interfacing with third-party vendors, managing office inventory and collateral.• Consulted walk-ins, callers and electronic inquiries regarding logistical questions on travel in Hong Kong. • Managed v-tiger CRM database via data entry, verification of information and educating office staff on effective usage. • Made recommendations on hardware and software for office use and performed testing of new software.• Provided server support, including installing and maintaining PCs, managing backups using Symantec Backup Exec 12.5, installing and maintaining vTiger CRM system on Ubuntu Linux Server, monitoring server logs to ensure network health. Show less

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  Various Companies

  Jan 2011 - now

  -I have trained company employees and individuals to improve their oral and written English.-I have trained individuals on how to be effective presenters and public speakers. In addition to teaching various skills to individuals, I have also taught Business English at the following organizations: HSBC, Mars Information Services, Wrigley Confectionary, Cap Gemini, Swire Properties, Four Seasons Hotel, McCormick, TBWA\Hakuhodo. I taught conversational oral English as well as oral and written business English to students of various ages. I also taught individuals effective principles for living, public speaking skills, and customer service skills.

  • Co-founder of 8th Avenue Chinese

    May 2019 - now

  • Business English/Conversational English/Soft Skills Trainer

    Jan 2011 - Mar 2022

  • English Teacher/Soft Skills Trainer

    Jan 2011 - Dec 2018
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  The Sak

  Feb 2014 - Aug 2014

  IT Support

  I provide complete network and client support for a branch office of 35 mostly Chinese-speaking users in a mixed Windows and Macintosh environment running Office 365 products.

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  Super American English

  Aug 2014 - Dec 2018

  English Teacher

  - I was privileged to teach dozens of amazing young Chinese children ages 5 to 15 oral English and English slang.- Classes also had a strong focus on pronunciation, helping students clearly understand how to coordinate the tongue and lips to get the clearest pronunciation.- I worked with management to choose and develop curriculum that would not only help the children learn English but also keep them wanting to practice their English by making their own sentences in class. Classes leveraged videos, music, drawings, games, and humorous dialogues. Show less

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  Freelance Chinese-English Translator and Interpreter and Language Teacher

  Jan 2019 - Mar 2022

  Freelance Translator/Interpreter and Language Teacher

  I have been learning Mandarin Chinese for 15 years and recently returned the Middle Tennessee area after teaching English and soft skills in China for 8 years. In China I was often mistaken for a native Chinese speaker on the phone because of my authentic accent. My wife, Julie, is a native Chinese speaker and has 3 years of experience teaching Chinese to foreigners. We are looking for multiple opportunities involving Chinese and English: Interpreting and Translating - Working as a team with one native Chinese speaker and one native English speaker, we offer the best of both worlds! Our understanding of the subtleties of both languages and our solid work ethic will ensure an excellent final result! Chinese and English Language Instruction - Whether it’s Chinese or English that students want to learn, we have them covered. English is the current language of commerce, and Chinese is becoming increasingly important and popular with an estimated 40+ million learners worldwide. We are offering one-on-one and group Chinese classes to students ages 5 to 500 at our home in north Columbia, Tennessee, or one-on-one Chinese or English classes online via Skype. Learning sessions will focus on conversational skills and modern culture as well as reading and writing skills. Class length and content can be tailored to students’ individual needs and can begin immediately. Show less

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  Quicksa Consulting

  Jan 2022 - now

  Co-Founder of Quicksa Consulting

  Quicksa Consulting (Quicksa LLC) was formed to help people from all over the world legally and ethically obtain United States visas. Honesty and integrity are two of our most important founding principles, and we have inside knowledge of the visa application process and how to make it go smoothly. Whether you're a client who wants to come to the United States, a company looking for talent from overseas to fill a career opening, or a school looking for International students, we have the expertise to help you understand your options and navigate the forms and processes to take care of your needs. Show less