Cloud Computing / Services Consultants: 5

Tal Lavian, Ph.D., is a scientist, technologist, and lecturer at UC Berkeley Engineering with over 25 years of experience. Dr. Lavian specializes in Telecommunications, Network Communications, Mobile Wireless, and Internet Protocols, including mobile devices, smartphones, wireless LAN (WLAN), routing, LAN/WAN, Ethernet, TCP/IP, UDP, IP, VoIP, web, and streaming media.

Areas of Expertise

• Communication Networks: Internet protocols; TCP/IP suite, TCP, UDP, IP, Ethernet, 802.3, network protocols, network software applications, data link, network, and transport layers (L2, L3, L4), packet switching, data center network architecture.
• Mobile Wireless: Wi-Fi, 802.11, Bluetooth, MAC, PHY, Wireless LAN (WLAN). Cellular systems, SMS, instant messaging (chat), mobile devices, smartphones.
• Internet/Cloud: Internet Technologies, Web applications, HTTP, e-mail, SMTP, POP, IMAP, Java, C/C++, file transfer FTP, client-server, cloud computing, distributed computing, Computer Networks
• Routing/Switching: LAN, WAN, VPN, routing protocols, RIP, BGP, MPLS, OSPF, multicast, DNS, QoS, network infrastructure, network communication architectures.
• VoIP/Streaming Media: PSTN, circuit switching, IP telephony, VoIP, SIP, RTP, SS7, SONET, TDM, video/audio conferencing, streaming media, Voice and Data Communications

Past cases have involved leading companies such as Google, Microsoft, Amazon, LinkedIn, Avaya, T-Mobile, AT&T, Ericsson, Sprint, Cisco Systems, Juniper Networks, Polycom, Motorola, LG, WhatsApp, Instagram, Huawei, Facebook, and Apple.

As an expert witness, Dr. Lavian offers his opinion and litigation support services in patent-related cases, specifically in network communications, telecommunications, mobile wireless, and Internet software technologies. He has extensive experience rendering reports and testifying in Federal, IPR, and ITC cases. He has appeared before the USPTO PTAB IPR and ITC in over 140 patent-related cases. Dr. Lavian is skilled at helping the layperson understand complex and sophisticated technologies.

Dr. Lavian has served as an industry fellow and lecturer with U.C. Berkeley’s Industrial Engineering and Operation Research (IEOR) Department and with U.C. Berkeley Engineering’s Sutardja Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology (SCET). He has also been a part of U.C. Berkeley’s start-up accelerator, SkyDeck for CRadar.ai, VisuMenu, and Aybell.

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Isaak Technologies provides expert witness, consulting & training services in the areas of design, construction, procurement, implementation, commissioning and operations of information technology, telecommunications, network systems and critical data center facilities. Isaak Technologies provides clear solutions to complex challenges using best-practice forecasting, strategy & risk mitigation. 

Philip J. Isaak, PE, P.Eng., DCDC, RCDD, SMIEEE, has over 20 years of experience as a design & operations consultant & training provider, with a focus in the information technology, telecommunications & critical data center facility industries. 

In recognition of Mr. Isaak’s professional standing, the Officers & Board of Directors of the Institute of Electrical & Electronic Engineers (IEEE), the world’s largest professional association for advancement of technology, certified his election to the grade of Senior Member, a level only 9% of IEEE’s over 400,000 global members hold. 

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Ian Cullimore, PhD, has over 30 years of hands-on Software and Hardware Development experience. He specializes in handheld devices, palmtops, PDAs, low power embedded systems, and Internet server technologies.

Background - Dr. Cullimore has held many employment and consulting posts as a software/hardware developer and inventor. He invented the world's first pocket PC which he licensed to Atari as the 'Portfolio'. He is also the co-inventor of the 'Poqet PC', acquired by Fujitsu. Dr. Cullimore is an experienced hi-tech CEO/CTO, yet still very hands-on with respect to architecture and coding. He has many years of experience both in the UK and California (Silicon Valley and LA) in companies ranging from small startups to large corporations, and in building and managing software and hardware teams.

An entrepreneur and start-up and young company specialist, Dr. Cullimore has helped to raise Angel and VC rounds, and has taken startups to exit. He has much experience interfacing with Boards, Investors, and sales/marketing/bizdev groups.

Litigation Support - Dr. Cullimore has a long track record as a Patent and Software / Hardware Expert Witness. His experience includes 19 cases, 16 written Expert Reports, 7 Depositions, and 1 trial. His services are available to attorneys for both plaintiff and defendant.

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BAWMAN LLC specializes in mobile broadband, wireless communications, Internet-of-Things (IoT), mesh & infrastructure Wi-Fi, computer networking, telecommunications, and offer consulting services in the following areas:

Strategic Consulting, Business Consulting: Business strategy, technology positioning, product positioning, Standards engagement strategy, technology roadmap and product roadmap development, RFI/RFP development and response

Standards Consulting: Standards and industry trade group strategy development, Standards and industry trade group representation, Standards development, Standards monitoring, Standards analysis

Technology Consulting: Network/System architecture design and development, technology evaluation, product evaluation, technology/product trial design and management, technology/product roadmap development, white paper development, RFI/RFP development & response

Patent and Intellectual Property Consulting: Patent and intellectual property analysis and evaluation concerning validity, evidence of use in Standards, infringement, prior arts, business and market impacts

Professional Profile Summary

• Highly experienced professional in the networking & communications industry
• Launched multiple products, delivered across multiple organizations & geographies
• Led cross-functional teams, communicate effectively at all levels (from interns to CxOs)
• Navigate seamlessly across strategic business concerns and technical details
• Skilled at the strategic positioning of technologies & technology products
• Excel at network system, solution architecture, & technology roadmap development
• Adept at managing relationships between service providers and technology vendors
• Leadership in AI/ML and humanitarian technology working groups (non-profit)
• Extensive experience with trade groups and Standards Development Organizations
• Extensive experience with large RFIs/RFPs, as “service providers” and as “vendors”
• Skilled at patent & intellectual property analysis; USPTO Registered Patent Agent

Patents & Publications

• 11 patents on network & system architecture, network planning, mobility, security & authentication, system selection, service provisioning, access control, network management, user interface (UI) & user experience (UX)
• Peer-reviewed publications in data communications and networking, computer architecture, and magnetic recording

Tech­nical Expertise

• Network system architecture, Wi-Fi (infrastructure, mesh), cellular broadband, Internet of Things (IoT; LPWAN, LoRa, NB-IoT), Cloud computing, Network Function Virtualization (NFV), Software Defined Networking (SDN), Web API, Big Data, small cells, WiMAX, 802.16 (WPAN), networking protocols, Plastic Optical Fiber (POF)

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Gina von Esmarch, CMO, Adesso Associates CEO / Founder, is a seasoned Marketing Executive with over 25 years of experience developing strategic and impactful B2B marketing initiatives. She has extensive experience in digital transformation, customer programs / retention, brand, content, and shaping corporate narratives for disruptive and innovative brands in the B2B Tech Space.

In her role as CMO, Gina has developed programs for such clients as Mercedes-AMG Petronas Motorsport, PlayStation, NetApp, Socialtext, Ingenico, Fathom Online, Oracle BMW Racing & Moet Cup (2003), and AmericaOne (2000). She has recruited and led teams in countries around the world.

Gina has been engaged to collaborate across teams and regions to align offerings and create revenue. She builds and manages marketing teams to establish market leadership, brand awareness, and differentiation. She excels at leveraging social media to engage with influencers through clear and transparent communications.

Gina successfully develops effective Go-To-Market (GTM) strategies and launches bottom-line impact programs through targeted integrated marketing initiatives. She is an expert at establishing and scaling strategic company positioning amongst third party influencers to build market/product perception, creating strong multi-faceted thought leadership initiatives, crafting large-scale media, analyst, brand awareness, rebranding, and launch campaigns. Gina excels at delivering best-in-class Analyst Relations and Voice of Customer programs with Impact Metrics. With an exceptional mix of analytical skills and business acumen, she drives business decisions in marketing and sales. 

The Know Show - Interview with Gina von Esmarch on Voice of Customer

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