LTC (Ret) Frank Zipperer

Current

• Group Manager at Linking EPSON Printer Users Group
• Group Manager at Linking Nikon ® D-SLR Camera Users
• Group Manager at PPA_Linked Networking Group

• Owner at Frank Zipperer Photography & Web Designs (Sole Proprietorship)
• Independent Distributor at International Freelance Photographers Organization

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Past

• President, Founding Partner and CEO at Effinar Studios Ltd.
• LTC (Ret) at US Army

Education

• The George Washington University - School of Business
• Auburn University

Recommended

10 people have recommended LTC (Ret) Frank

Connections

500+ connections

Industry

Photography

Websites

• My Website
• My Blog
• My Portfolio

LTC (Ret) Frank Zipperer’s Summary

Internationally known freelance photographer with over 50 years experience in both film and digital photography. Produces fine art photographic Limited Edition prints using museum quality archival materials.

Designs attractive but simple and easy to use websites for individuals and families, service organizations, groups and clubs and small businesses.

Professional goal is to increase the exposure of my work to the public through networking and gallery exhibits. I also seek networking with other photographers to share both technical and marketing skills.

LTC (Ret) Frank Zipperer’s Specialties:

Over 50 years experience in film and digital photography and equipment, Over 10 years experience in web design, working knowledge and use of Photoshop for image files post processing and graphics.

LTC (Ret) Frank Zipperer’s Experience

• Group Manager

  Linking EPSON Printer Users Group

  (Photography industry)

  May 2009 — Present (7 months)

  "Linking EPSON Printer Users" is an approved networking group of LinkedIn which I founded for fellow EPSON printer users.
  
  The purpose of the group is to facilitate networking and sharing of information related to photo printing between group members who use Epson printers. Members are encouraged to assist each other by sharing knowledge and techniques they have found to be successful in printing using various Epson printers.

• Group Manager

  Linking Nikon ® D-SLR Camera Users

  (Photography industry)

  June 2008 — Present (1 year 6 months)

  "Linking Nikon ® D-SLR Camera Users" is an approved networking group of LinkedIn which I founded for fellow Nikon users.
  The purpose of the group is to provide a forum to facilitate networking and sharing of information related to photography between group members who use Nikon digital SLR cameras.

• Group Manager

  PPA_Linked Networking Group

  (Photography industry)

  December 2007 — Present (2 years )

  PPA Linked is for active members of Professional Photographers of America (PPA) who use LinkedIn for the management of their professional network of contacts. PPA Linked is for a select community of professional photographers who are invited to participate. The purpose is to provide a newsgroup forum to facilitate networking and sharing of information between group members.
  
  PPA Linked is approved as an official group of LinkedIn.com.
  
  This group was created by Frank Zipperer, an active member of the PPA, however it is not affiliated with the PPA.

• Owner

  Frank Zipperer Photography & Web Designs (Sole Proprietorship)

  (Sole Proprietorship; Myself Only; Photography industry)

  February 1994 — Present (15 years 10 months)

  After many years of using film cameras, I switched to digital cameras. The Nikon digital D70 and Nikon D2x are my working cameras now. I use the Hasselblad 500 but recently upgraded to a digital back.
  
  I personally print each image on an Epson photo printer using fine art paper with an acid free base and bright white surface. I have the capability to print up to 13x19 prints using 2880x1440 dpi high resolution images.
  
  Objectives:
  
  (1) Make photographic images for use in my own fine art photo business.
  (2) Maintain my online gallery website posting new works when finished.
  (3) Provide photography shoots to other artists for use in their ad campaigns and
  gallery show entry requirements and other marketing tools including website design and maintenance.
  (4) Assist in supporting the growth of creative artists through exhibitions, educational programs and by educating the public to the collectible value of photography.

• Independent Distributor

  International Freelance Photographers Organization

  (Privately Held; 11-50 employees; Media Production industry)

  August 1991 — Present (18 years 4 months)

  (1) Conduct my business in a professional and helpful manner as an authorized independent IFPO distributor for the sale of memberships, products and programs related to freelance press photography.
  (2) Operate and moderate the IFPO_Info group of over 300 freelance photographers. Act as a resource for members in maintaining contact with the IFPO Home Office and the editor-in-chief of "Today's Photographer Magazine."
  (3) Respond to requests for assistance in a timely, friendly and accurate manner.
  (4) Establish and join other groups to network with photographers and potential clients.

• President, Founding Partner and CEO

  Effinar Studios Ltd.

  (Privately Held; 11-50 employees; Consumer Services industry)

  July 1981 — August 1995 (14 years 2 months)

  Provided complete cosmetology and family hair care services in a professional hairstyling salon. Managed the activities of the professional and support staff.

• LTC (Ret)

  US Army

  (Government Agency; 10,001 or more employees; Defense & Space industry)

  August 1961 — July 1981 (20 years )

  Served many positions from field to Army General Staff as an Army officer, primarily in communications and information technology.
  Senior Army aviator in rotary wing aircraft serving as pilot, instructor pilot, standardization pilot and commander of aviation units.

LTC (Ret) Frank Zipperer’s Education

• The George Washington University - School of Business

  MBA , Information Technology , 1971 — 1973

• Auburn University

  BIM , Industrial and systems management , 1955 — 1961

  Distinguished Military Graduate - commissioned in the regular US Army on 24 Aug 1961.

  Activities and Societies:

  Tau Kappa Epsilon, Pi Tau Pi Sigma Honorary Society, Scabbard and Blade Honorary Society, Senior ROTC Battalion Commander, Distinguished Military Student, Distinguished Military Graduate

Additional Information

LTC (Ret) Frank Zipperer’s Websites:

• My Website
• My Blog
• My Portfolio

LTC (Ret) Frank Zipperer’s Interests:

Photography, Genealogy, Music, New Digital Technology, Nature Photography, Investing, Web Design, Information Technology, Networking, Digital Photography,

LTC (Ret) Frank Zipperer’s Groups:

Professional Photographers of America, (PPA),
North American Nature Photographers Association, (NANPA),
National Press Photographers Association, (NPPA),
National Association of Photoshop Professionals, (NAPP),
International Freelance Photographers Organization, (IFPO),
International Webmasters Association, (IWA),
National Genealogical Society, (NGS),
Georgia Salzburger Society,
Sons of Confederate Veterans, (SCV),
Tau Kappa Epsilon Alumni,(TKE),
Life Loyal Teke, (LLT),
Linking Veterans,
IFPO_info Group,
US Army, Link-Veterans Member,
FaceBook,
Auburn University Alumni,
Military Officers Association of America, (MOAA),
Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association,(VHPA),
LI Open Networkers, [LIONs],
TopLinked.com,
GW School of Business,
Open Networkers,
MyLink500.com,
PPA_Linked Group,
Leading International Open Networkers,[LION],
GroupLinked.com,
Dallas Blue DC,
Invites Welcome!,
Zale's Inner Circle,

•    Blue: The DallasBlue Business Network (25,000+ members)
•    Tau Kappa Epsilon
•    The George Washington University School of Business
•    DC TKE Alumni
•    Tau Kappa Epsilon Alumni
•    Tau Kappa Epsilon Life Loyal Teke
•    LION™ Worn with Pride! [Choose wisely ... ] < BEWARE OF COUNTERFEITS >
•    OpenNetworkers.info < 50.000+ Open Networkers across 60 social networks >
•    Facebook.com
•    Auburn Alumni
•    OpenNetworker.com
•    Link-Veterans (550+/Connected Yahoo Group)
•    For Knowledge Persons
•    Reaching Out MBA
•    Linked Group Moderators
•    US Army
•    TopLinked.com (Open Networkers)
•    Success Networking
•    Auburn University Alumni, Faculty & Staff
•    IFPO_info - A Group of Freelance Photographers
•    Open Networkers
•    Leading International Open Networkers (LION)
•    PPA Linked - For active members of Professional Photographers of America
•    Friends of the United States of America
•    GroupLinked.com
•    US Military Veterans Network
•    Professional Photography
•    InvitesWelcome.com (Open Networkers)
•    Nikon Photo Group
•    Digital Photography
•    NPPA - National Press Photographers Association
•    LION500.com (Open Networkers)
•    Professional Photographers of America
•    WASHINGTON DC CONNECTIONS
•    Sons of Confederate Veterans
•    Genealogy Linked
•    US Army Aviators
•    United States Army Network
•    Climate Change - I care!
•    Linking Nikon ® D-SLR Camera Users
•    NAPP - National Association of Photoshop Professionals
•    Photographers on Flickr
•    Adobe Lightroom User Group
•    500+
•    Linking EPSON Printer Users
•    Nikonians - The worldwide home for Nikon shooters.
•    10,000+
•    NOH8 Campaign

LTC (Ret) Frank Zipperer’s Honors:

Professional Certification:,
Cosmetologist License (VA #1201 034810),
Virginia Notary Public (333800 Exp. 5-31-2011),

Awards:,
Distinguished Military Graduate,
Legion of Merit,
(2) Bronze Star Medals,
(16) Air Medals,
(2) Meritorious Service Medals,
Army Commendation Medal,
Army General Staff Identification Badge,

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