Kyle Johnson

Kyle Johnson

Graphic Design Associate, Consultant

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Technical Instructor at LeapFox Learning

  • Education

    • University of Utah, Softouch and New Horizons Computer Learning Center

      1999 - 2002
      Certified Ethical Hacker, Security+, MCP, MCT, MCSE, MCSD, MCSA w/ Exchange, MCDST, Network+ Information Technology Industry Recognized Certifications
    • University Of Utah

      1994 - 1996
      Graphic Design Major

      Exercise and Sports ScienceGraphic Design

    • Utah Valley State College

      1992 - 1994
      Associate of Arts (AA) Graphic Design

      Graphic Design

    • Montgomery High School

      1984 - 1989
      High School Diploma
  • Experience

    • Escalon Medical Corporation

      Dec 1989 - May 1998
      Graphic Design Associate, Consultant

      Escalon Medical is a company in the ophthalmic device and pharmaceutical fields. I was involved in many aspects of the company’s sales and marketing campaigns. From creating company logo and letterhead, magazine ad layouts, corporate catalogs, selling sheets, newsletters, display booths and slide presentations.

    • Commercial Newspaper Service

      May 1997 - Apr 1999
      Production & Operations Manager, Network Administrator

      Commercial Newspaper Service is a publication company that produces university and high school athletic and academic posters/calendars. As Production Manager I was in charge of the implementation of software and hardware upgrades, as well as running and maintaining the network (Apple Macintosh Network). I was also responsible for the hiring and training of employees, working with the proofing department and performed final proofs and approvals; managing new and seasonal projects and supporting instruction for employees. On a daily basis I was very involved in the working operation and success of this business. Show less

    • Gillespie Advertising

      Apr 1999 - Nov 1999
      Sr. Graphic Artist

      Gillespie is a nationally leading advertising and marketing firm that provides an entire range of marketing service’s to all their clients. My involvement with the firm was as to focus in their healthcare division, RAR Gillespie.

    • New Horizons Computer Learning Ctr. and SofTouch

      Nov 1999 - Jul 2006
      Operations, Facilities Manager, Sr. Technical Instructor

      I was responsible for the day to day maintaining of our internal network, facilities and staff. My responsibilities included the administration and maintaining of our own network and facilities, instructor schedules and training, organizing custom events, and coordinating with ownership and sales to establish a successful enterprise. In my training capacity I taught all aspects of computer systems and networks. And designed custom and new courseware for New Horizons and its clients. I taught these processes and concepts to hundreds of IT corporate professionals and students every year. Clients included: Intel, HP, Qwest, FBI, USDA, BLM, Idaho Power, Boise Cascade, State of Idaho and its inter-agencies. Show less

    • Exalen LLC

      May 2001 - now
      Consultant

      Director of IT Services – Although a consultant, I function as Director of IT Services for Exalen, a health care consulting firm. In this capacity I support work for Exalen clients by the designing and implementation of network infrastructure, including, secure data storage with managed access using SharePoint, new web platforms, and corporate branding and marketing. Additional tasks also include day-to-day monitoring and maintaining of web content, email and network and mobile device access and support. Clients have included: Midatech, MidaSol, Biota, CystoMedix, and EyeTech Vision. Show less

    • Exalen Training LLC

      Jan 2007 - Dec 2011
      Partner, COO, Instructor

      As COO - In sales, operations and as a lead instructor I wore many different hats to build the success of the company. My previous professional experience had prepared me for developing and running all aspects of this start up company. This included, company sales in 6 western states, successful operation and IT course programs and short and long term business plan implementation. As well as the daily operations of a successful training program and to establish a stable, long-term, successful enterprise. Clients included: Qwest (now CenturyLink), Syringa Bank, State of Idaho and several inter-agencies. Show less

    • LeapFox Learning

      Jan 2018 - now
      Technical Instructor

      LeapFox was founded in 2007 and is one of the Northwest’s largest vocational training centers. Our headquarters are in Meridian, Idaho. We offer technical, application, and business training courses. Our Mission at LeapFox Learning is to deliver first-rate relevant training that advanced skillsets, unlocks opportunities, and inspires confidence.” LeapFox started as a one-room appendage to a small computer repair company. Our original training room had cement floor and ten computers. Today LeapFox runs hundreds of classes each year in the classroom, online, and self paced. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • CompTIA A+ ce Certification

      CompTIA
      Sept 2019
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    • CompTIA Network+ ce Certification

      CompTIA
      Aug 2019
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    • CompTIA Secure Infrastructure Specialist – CSIS Stackable Certification

      CompTIA
      Sept 2019
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    • CompTIA IT Operations Specialist – CIOS Stackable Certification

      CompTIA
      Sept 2019
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    • Security+

      CompTIA
      Aug 2018
    • CompTIA Secure Infrastructure Specialist – CSIS Stackable Certification

      CompTIA
      Sept 2019
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    • CompTIA Security+ ce Certification

      CompTIA
      Aug 2018
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    • MCSE

      Microsoft
    • Certified Ethical Hacker

      EC-Council
      Dec 2018
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