Biographical Sketch: Biographical Sketch of William C. Cross Ph.D. Information Systems Nova Southeastern University MBA Florida Institute of Technology BA Economics Kenyon College Over 45 years in Information Technology including positions as CIO, Regional Systems Engineering Director, Engineering Manager, and Sr. Systems Designer. Currently a faculty member of the University of South Florida, Eckerd College, Florida Institute of Technology, St. Petersburg College at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and a Senior Consultant at eComp Consultants, Inc.. Married, one daughter, Cate, and one miniature schnauzer, Beatrix. Live on the beach and spend my leisure time enjoying the ambience.