Biographical Sketch: Dr. William Cross has over 45 years' experience in information systems, computer science, computer networks, and software engineering including: systems design, systems management, operations, programming, conversions, engineering, voice and data communications, consulting, training and customer service. Dr. Cross has designed and developed business and transaction processing systems for the Department of Defense and other federal agencies, aerospace, financial, electric utility, manufacturing, and healthcare industries. Dr. Cross is an internationally recognized speaker and author in the Information Technology industry. He has 35 years’ experience in consulting and teaching courses as an Adjunct Faculty Member in computer science and information technology for multiple college and universities. Dr Cross has published numerous papers in prestigious technical journals, and he holds a Ph.D. in Information Systems from Nova Southeastern University, an MBA from Florida Institute of Technology, and a BA in Economics from Kenyon College.