Jim Hart

Current

CEO at The Hart Group Online

Past

CEO at Smart Books Publishing
Consultant at Morris & Associates
Network Administrator at Williams County Veteran Services Commission

Systems Consultant at Quality Computer Applications, Inc.
Pershing Missle Crewman at US Army

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Education

Capella University
Institute of Certified E-Commerce Consultants
U.S. GSA Government Contracting

Comptia - Computing Technology Industry Association
University of Toledo
Real Estate License
Cleveland Institute of Electronics

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Jim Hart’s Summary

I have experience across a landscape of business including business/project management, marketing, computer systems consulting, commercial and technical writing, real estate and business consulting, business planning, plan writing, website planning, design, content development, internet marketing, SEO, e-commerce, and more.

You can check my resume and credentials by visiting my biographical blog at http://jimhartbio.blogspot.com/

Jim Hart’s Specialties:

• Small business startups--consulting, business planning, and plan writing.
• Market planning, strategic marketing, competitive research, and analysis.
• Professional commercial and technical writing.
• Consulting, coaching, and training.

Jim Hart’s Experience

CEO

The Hart Group Online

(Management Consulting industry)

April 2009 — Present (8 months)

The Hart Group Online is a small business consulting firm specialized in business start-up and project management.

HGO collaborates with our clients to deliver affordable solutions that resolve a variety of issues. Utilizing our experience and functional expertise, HGO provides a range of solutions to help business owners achieve their goals and objectives, and drive tangible results.

HGO offers consulting services covering start-up, planning, management, marketing, sales, publishing, web development, and more.
CEO

Smart Books Publishing

(Online Media industry)

January 2004 — April 2009 (5 years 4 months)

Smart Books is engaged in producing real estate and business information products that help people get smarter faster, saving them time and money, and helping them better represent their legal and financial interests.

I am seeking private investment capital to support advertising tests for major national roll out... check it out at http://smart67.com and contact me if you are interested in discussing the opportunities associated with the project.

Thank you,

Jim
Consultant

Morris & Associates

(Individual & Family Services industry)

1995 — 2000 (5 years )

I was an independent contractor and worked on a number of projects revolving around helping people with disabilities. This included reviewing and revising business plans, and consulting/coaching small business owners to improve sales. I also spearheaded a project designed to streamline the process used by the state of Ohio to fund small business owners through the Ohio Rehabilitation Services Commission. I reported to the principals of the business, and performed a variety of work on a number of projects during my time with the company.
Network Administrator

Williams County Veteran Services Commission

(Government Administration industry)

1995 — 1999 (4 years )

Consultant/contractor--coordinated all aspects of initiation and implementation of a small computer network, performed staff training on integrated software package, data entry routines, and data management. Managed all aspects of systems configuration, bid specs, meeting with computer dealers, and installing the equipment. Additionally, I maintained the systems files, performed backups, and met regularly with the commissioners to communicate the state of the system and staff. Post installation and training I served as system consultant and support.
Systems Consultant

Quality Computer Applications, Inc.

(Computer Networking industry)

1985 — 1986 (1 year )

Consulted a variety of business projects from single user to multi-user applications running on DOS and Unix platforms. Met with decision-makers, performed systems analysis, made system recommendations, and worked with hardware and software professionals to provide solutions.
Pershing Missle Crewman

US Army

(Government Agency; 10,001 or more employees; Military industry)

May 1975 — May 1977 (2 years 1 month)

Top secret security clearance.

Jim Hart’s Education

Capella University

BSBA , Business Administration , 2007 — 2008

Capella provided bleeding edge education in business administration with a focus on leadership and management. The bachelors degree augments my knowledge, skills and business experience to more competently lead in any occupation.
Institute of Certified E-Commerce Consultants

Certified E-Commerce Consultant (CEC) , E-Commerce , 2005 — 2006

CEC is a globally recognized designation from the Institute of E-Commerce Consultants. ICECC is an e-marketing society for internet executives and managers, e-commerce and e-business consulting professionals.
U.S. GSA Government Contracting

Government Contract Procurement 2006

The GSA Government Contractor Course is an online self-study program designed to orientate individuals to the technicalities of doing business with the federal government.

The course also has applications to local and state contract procurement.
Comptia - Computing Technology Industry Association

A+ Certification, Computer Technology 1999 — 1999

CompTIA A+ Certified Computer Support Professional--CompTIA A+ certification confirms a technician's ability to perform tasks such as installation, configuration, diagnosing, preventive maintenance and basic networking.

This certification coupled with my work experience and education enables me to represent all people and projects professionally.
University of Toledo

AAB , Business Management , 1986 — 1989

I studied toward a bachelor's in business on main campus from 1986 to latter 1988, and transferred to quickly obtain an associates degree in business management early 1989.
Real Estate License

Residential and Commerical Real Estate 1986 — 1988

Previously licensed to sell real estate in the State of Ohio, expired 1988.
Cleveland Institute of Electronics

Diploma , Analog and Digital Electronics , 1982 — 1984

Cleveland Institute of Electronics provided foundational knowledge required to understand electronic, electromagnetic, photoelectric, electromechanical, and electrochemical technologies. This knowledge base allows me to competently and professionally represent any technological product, process, or system.

This education is exceedingly relevant to computer, audio, and emerging green technologies.

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Jim Hart’s Interests:

Musician, I play lead/rhythm/bass guitar, own a small studio and record original rock and blues...

Jim Hart’s Groups:

Capella University
US Army
eMarketing Association Network
GSA & VA Schedule Contracting
Innovative Marketing, PR, Sales, Word-of-Mouth & Buzz Innovators
Technology Outsourcing– Professionals/ Software Developers/ Freelancers/ Programmers/ Entrepreneurs
CompTIA A+
University of Toledo Alumni
FEDERAL BIZ Network - Government Stimulus Teaming Jobs PMI Consulting Funding Sales Opportunities
Cleveland Institute of Electronics