Paul Hirsch is co-owner of Equentity LLC, a Web design, development and hosting company located in Akron/Canton, Ohio, West Yorkshire and Teesside, U.K. He is a moderator on WebHostingTalk.com, the largest, most influential Web hosting community on the Internet, and he is a founder and Core Team member of the International Web Developers Network (IWDN), a resource for Web professionals and enthusiasts to exchange ideas, collaborate on projects and debate issues relevant to the design/development industry. Paul is a guest blogger for TheWHIR.com as the resident Web design technology expert, and he is a regular columnist in the quarterly WHIR magazine.
Paul received his Bachelor's degree from Kent State University in Electronic Media Production, with minors in Computer Information Systems and Sociology. He earned a Master's degree in Media Management from Kent State, with a concentration in online media.
Michael Yablonowitz is co-founder of Uplinkearth, a Web hosting and Internet solutions provider. During his tenure as President and CEO, Michael was responsible for overseeing development of strategic partnerships, revenue generation, and worked with the Uplinkearth management team to define the direction and focus of the company. With more than 10 years experience in the Telecommunications industry, he has built a strong background in sales, marketing, management and customer service. Michael previously served as EVP of 1st Connect Internet Solutions, a New Jersey-based ISP. Michael holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Ithaca College in Ithaca, New York.
Dan Garon is founder and President of Press Advance, an integrated media relations and communication consulting firm focusing exclusively on the Web hosting industry. Dan provides both strategic and tactical communication support for leading firms in the hosting industry, including a variety of providers and vendors. He currently serves on the Board of Directors as Chief Information Officer of the American Communication Association, a scholarly organization devoted to advancing research and reducing barriers between international communication experts. Dan is currently pursuing a degree at the Carlson School of Management, University of Minnesota, with a focus on Management Information Systems.