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Omnivex Management Team

The Omnivex team focuses on providing the highest quality software solutions to meet the rapidly changing needs of the electronic display marketplace. Omnivex employs a dedicated group of people who provide excellent on-going support to the customer base and understand all components required for a successful digital signage network. Omnivex has a stellar reputation for leading the industry in terms of overall knowledge and in the strength of its products.

Doug Bannister
CEO & Director of Software Development
Doug Bannister, CEO & Director of Software Development

Doug is Chief Executive Officer and Director of Software Development of Omnivex Corporation. Doug founded Omnivex after 7 successful years in the LED sign software business to take advantage of the newer screen technologies found in plasmas and LCDs. Recognizing the potential for a revolutionary signage market, Doug embarked on developing software to capitalize on the graphic potential of the emerging technology.

Doug has always maintained direct responsibility for the architecture of the software to ensure the product remains at the forefront of the industry. Combined with his vision, leadership and experience as an entrepreneur in the LED sign market, Doug has used his understanding of customer requirements and knowledge of technology to create leading software products for the digital signage industry.

Prior to starting Omnivex, Doug founded BCD Systems Inc., a company that developed software to manage information on LED displays, such as stock tickers and market wallboards in the global marketplace. BCD Systems and Omnivex merged in 2002.

Doug was born in 1966 and grew up in the Toronto area. Doug holds a degree in Engineering from Queen's University in Kingston, Ontario and is a member of Mensa Canada.


Jeff Collard
President
Jeff Collard, President

Jeff is the President of Omnivex Corporation, assuming the role in 1998. Jeff is the driving force behind the company’s sales and marketing activities and relationships with its business partners. He previously held senior positions at ESAB and Union Carbide in marketing, sales, R&D, production and operations over a period of 20 years. Soon after joining Omnivex, Jeff established relationships with many of the major hardware manufacturers in Japan and North America. These strategic alliances have enabled Omnivex to enhance its hardware control component of the software, a unique offering of Omnivex.

Jeff also created and grew the Channel program at Omnivex, establishing Omnivex Value Added Resellers in major markets around the world. Jeff has traveled extensively throughout the world speaking at major industry shows, and is currently a member of several industry organizations. Jeff has been recognized throughout North America and Europe as a leading authority in the digital signage industry.

Jeff was born in 1958 and grew up just north of Toronto. Jeff holds a degree in Engineering from the University of Windsor, as well as his Professional Engineer designation.


Corie Bannister
Chief Financial Officer
Corie Bannister, Chief Financial Officer

Corie is Chief Financial Officer of Omnivex Corporation. Corie is responsible for Omnivex’ overall financial activities and for multiple corporate departments including Accounting, Contracts, and Human Resources. Corie played a key role in the amalgamation of BCD Systems and Omnivex Corporation in 2002, making Omnivex a full solution software provider to the display market. In her tenure at Omnivex, Corie has had direct involvement with various departments within the company including Technical Support, Quality Assurance, Sales and Marketing. With her experience in various areas of the business, Corie is able to bring valuable knowledge to her current position.

Corie joined BCD Systems in 1997 as Controller. Before assuming that role, Corie spent 7 years with ESAB Group Canada (a Canadian subsidiary of the former Union Carbide) where she was involved in various accounting and IT roles reporting to the CFO. Her last position at ESAB was Logistics Manager, responsible for Inventory, Distribution and Customer Service across Canada.

Corie holds a Bachelor of Commerce from Queen's University in Kingston, Ontario. Corie is actively involved in equestrian sport where she competes on a regular basis at a national level.


Diane Ratigan
Inside Sales Manager
Diane Ratigan, Inside Sales Manager

Diane joined Omnivex Corporation in the newly created role of Inside Sales Manager in 2007. Diane is responsible for the Inside Sales team, which develops and maintains relationships with existing and prospective customers. The Inside Sales department processes all sales transactions in addition to providing product, pricing and general support related information to both end user customers and Omnivex Channel partners.

Diane brings with her over 11 years of experience in customer service from the retail sector, where she held various management positions in the greeting card industry. She has a proven record of accomplishments in planning and leading comprehensive retail programs for some of the major national retailers in North America. These programs included intensive client care, from product selection and placement, to managing national roll-outs at the store level. Diane’s experience serves her well in her role at Omnivex, as it has given her the ability to accurately identify customer needs and present appropriate product and service offerings.

Diane holds a Bachelor of Applied Arts from Ryerson Polytechnic University in Toronto, Ontario. She is active in the equestrian community as an accredited National Hunter, Hack, Equitation and Jumper Judge and officiates at horse shows across Canada.


Jefferson Hall
Manager of Quality Assurance
Jefferson Hall, Manager of Quality Assurance

Jefferson is the Manager of Quality Assurance at Omnivex Corporation. Jefferson joined Omnivex in 2004 and currently manages both full-time and summer/work-term interns in the department. Jefferson is responsible for the testing environment at Omnivex, managing and coordinating the released versions of Omnivex products. Jefferson is directly responsible for the test teams and test engineering at Omnivex, driving testing standards and methods to new levels.

Jefferson has spent most of his professional life in the Quality Assurance environment for some large Canadian companies, including ScotiaBank and Delano Technology Corporation. Jefferson graduated from Acadia University in Nova Scotia with a Bachelor of Business Arts, majoring in Finance. He also holds a Certificate in Applied Information Technology from the Information Technology Institute in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Outside of his work life, Jefferson is an accomplished sailor, competing internationally on a regular basis, including the 2002 and 2004 World Championships. In his spare time, Jefferson enjoys many outdoor sports and spending time with his wife and young children.


Andrea Schuurmans
Manager of Human Resources and Administration
Andrea Schuurmans, Manager of Human Resources and Administration

Andrea is the Manager of Human Resources and Administration at Omnivex Corporation. Andrea joined Omnivex in 1999 in the Administration Department. She is currently responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Accounting and Credit Departments as well as the Human Resources Department. Andrea oversees all aspects of the payroll and benefits programs for all employees of Omnivex Corporation and its US subsidiary.

Andrea previously worked in the sign industry as a customer service professional for national accounts. Prior to that, Andrea worked for the Ontario Securities Commission in the Corporate Finance Department. Andrea started her professional career at Blake, Cassels & Graydon, a top-tier law firm in Toronto.

Andrea is an honors graduate from Humber College, attaining the highest grade in her graduating class. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two sons in their country home north of Toronto.


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