Alan D. Mead, Ph.D. is the Chief Psychometrician at Certiverse, specializing in psychometrics and machine learning projects. With a background in data science, organizational psychology, and research, he leverages his expertise to drive advancements in psychometrics. Alan's primary focus lies in applying natural language processing and machine learning techniques to various stages of exam development, such as job analysis, blueprint creation, item writing, item review, standard setting, scoring constructed responses, and analysis. He has experience researching and applying large language models, neural networks, decision trees, naive Bayesian classifiers, logistic regression, factor analysis, latent semantic analysis, cluster analysis, and semantic analysis. As an organizational psychologist, he helps organizations develop and validate selection systems, including work simulations. Occasionally he teaches statistics, psychometrics, or individual differences to graduate and undergraduate students, and conducts peer reviews for methodological academic journals.

Senior Product Manager for item banking at Internet Testing Systems.

Brett P. Foley is a Senior Psychometrician at Alpine Testing Solutions. He has worked with many types of testing programs in licensure, certification, and education. Dr. Foley received his Ph.D. in Quantitative, Qualitative, and Psychometric Methods from the Department of Educational Psychology at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. He is a past-president of the Northern Rocky Mountain Educational Research Association. He currently serves on the Nebraska Board of Engineers and Architects as a Public Member. His research interests include standard setting, policy considerations in testing, and using visual displays to inform the test development process

Carl Bowman is a project manager at heart with a passion for the world of certification and all things IT. With over two decades of experience in the certification industry, Carl has in-depth knowledge of certification development processes, creative approaches to exam delivery and global distribution, while embedding security into every step of the entire certification maintenance life cycle. In 2005, CompTIA approved Carl’s proposal to bring all development initiatives inhouse and he now leads a team of fourteen staff, responsible for maintaining a certification product portfolio that generates over $50M in annual sales for CompTIA. Fluent in both English and Spanish, he understands the challenges of managing a multilingual product portfolio and the validity concerns that come with translating high-stakes certification exams. A strong believer in the value of technology, you will always find him researching and identifying ways to insert new software or hardware solutions into the operation to improve processes and empower development teams to be more effective. In his spare time, you will likely find Carl hanging out with his family, hiking a mountain trail, playing classical guitar or jazz piano.

Dr. Cynthia Parshall is the Principal Consultant with Touchstone Consulting, where she specializes in helping credentialing programs solve problem. Cynthia’s work includes user-oriented research, including interview protocols and survey design, in order to find points of friction and solve them wherever possible. Her projects have further included a focus on the intersection of technology with assessment, the design of innovative item types, and the development of instructional resources for candidates and SMEs. Prior to her 19 years as a consultant, Dr. Parshall’s professional experience included 12 years of service as a psychometrician, researcher, and professor, with organizations including ACT and the University of South Florida. She is the lead author on the book Practical Considerations in Computer-Based Testing and is a frequenter speaker at assessment conferences and credentialing board forums.

Donald A. Balasa, JD, MBA, is the CEO and legal counsel of the American Association of Medical Assistants. His areas of legal specialization include professional regulation and credentialing, testing accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, and antitrust principles applicable to certifying and accrediting bodies. Balasa served as chair of the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) and president of the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). Balasa received both his baccalaureate and law degrees from Northwestern University and his MBA in economics from the University of Chicago.

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Assessment strategist for channel training @ Apple.

Frank Williams, PhD, joined PSI in 2021. As a Director of Psychometric Services, Frank assists other Psychometricians with managing projects to ensure deliverables are completed according to quality standards and project timelines. In addition, he assists in test development to ensure forms are aligned with exam content outlines and statistical specifications are met for measurement equivalence. Frank earned a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from Morehouse College, a Master’s degree in Secondary Math Education from New York University, a Master’s in Psychology from Fordham University, and a PhD in Psychometrics/Quantitative Psychology, also from Fordham University. He is a proven and dedicated contributor to the Psychometrics Services team.

Graham Livingstone has over 30 years in executive management and sales within the IT space, most recently with Examity as the Business Development Director for Certification Sales. His focus is on IT and Professional Services certification industries fostering high customer satisfaction with the businesses he serves. As a former CEO of an IT consulting company, he has a strong understanding of revenue growth, which supports a stronger alignment with both customers and vendor partners. Former roles also include Head of Sales for TrueAbility, a performance-based assessment vendor and PSI as Director of Business Development before joining Examity. Graham is currently serving as Education Chair for the IT Certification Council.

As a Skillable Lab Developer, I work with customers to build hands-on training experiences (labs) that align with customer needsand standard requirements for adaptive labs and scored labs.We develop virtual training environments and training content;Training content includes lab scenarios, challenge labs, step-by-step instructions, or general guidance designed in such a way asto promote learning, validate blocks of instruction, or assess theabilities of the person taking the training. Warrant Officer (350G) in USINDOPACOM JIOC J2T JDET FTW. Responsiblefor all issues regarding user accounts including system access, passwordconcerns, and user authorization. Hardware and software troubleshootingfor all systems in the section. Safeguard critical data and mission systemsup to Top Secret domain. Managed 12 to 15 analysts along with annualperformance reviews and quality checks on reporting. Applied analysis skills tovarious types of raw data and producing meaningful reports and intelligence.Well versed in the use of frameworks to solve problems.

Infinity Intellect For Technical And Occupational Skills Training offers a diverse range of courses tailored to meet the demands of today's dynamic job market. Whether you're a fresh graduate looking to kickstart your career or a seasoned professional seeking to enhance your skills, we have something for everyone. What sets us apart is our commitment to providing hands-on training led by industry experts who bring real-world experience into the classroom. Our state-of-the-art facilities and interactive learning environment ensure that students not only grasp theoretical concepts but also gain invaluable practical insights. Whether it's healthcare, business, technology, or other fields, our comprehensive curriculum is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in their careers. Moreover, our emphasis on continuous learning and professional development ensures that our students stay ahead in today's competitive landscape. Join us at Infinity Intellect and embark on a transformative journey towards a brighter future. Together, let's unlock your potential and pave the way for success

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Software Performance Architect @ IBM | Performance Testing, Automation, ISTQB, AGILE, AWS Cloud Practitioner

Strategic leader with 15+ years of experience managing the full life cycle of exam and content development projects. Highly regarded for consistent ability to work independently and effectively manage multiple projects and teams simultaneously. Extensive experience collaborating with subject matter experts and stakeholders to establish an aligned approach to optimizing business outcomes.

Laura works as an examination developer in the piping trades creating exams for plumbing, HVACR, sprinkler fitting, Medical Gas, Hand Rigging, and more at National ITC, Corporation. NITC delivers over 42,000 exams per year. Laura is part of a team that maintains four accredited exam schemes updating exams each code cycle, conducting Job Task Analyses with industry Subject Matter experts, and acting as inhouse psychometrician. She is also responsible for conducting NITC's annual internal audit. Her previous work experience includes performance improvement, research and guideline development, and graduate medical education accreditation in health care settings. Laura is a member of ICE, ATP (Certification and Licensure SIG), and an ISPI SoCal BOD member, hosting their monthly RoundTable event.

Leverage Assessments Inc is a dynamic organization founded by Kyana Beckles, an innovative entrepreneur with a passion for empowering individuals and organizations to reach their full potential. Kyana saw the need for a comprehensive assessment solution that could accurately measure the strengths and weaknesses of individuals and organizations, and thus, Leverage Assessments was born. Leverage Assessments is dedicated to providing its clients with powerful insights and data-driven solutions that drive performance and growth. The company offers a range of assessments and development tools, including personality assessments, skill assessments, and 360-degree feedback, to help individuals and organizations identify areas for improvement and develop customized action plans. Kyana and her team are dedicated to delivering exceptional service and results to their clients. Their commitment to excellence, combined with their deep expertise in assessment and development, has made Leverage Assessments a trusted partner to many organizations, both large and small. With a focus on delivering actionable insights and results, Leverage Assessments is at the forefront of the assessment and development industry. Whether you are an individual looking to take your career to the next level, or an organization seeking to drive performance and growth, Leverage Assessments is the partner you can trust to help you achieve your goals.

Sudhakar Reddy Narra is a Performance Engineering Architect based in Austin, Texas, with 17 years of experience designing high-performance software applications across diverse industries. As a Senior Staff Software Engineer at ServiceNow Inc. since June 2021, he leads performance engineering initiatives for multiple products, ensuring scalability and reliability. Sudhakar specializes in architecting scalable systems, capacity planning, and developing cost-effective observability solutions. His technical expertise spans cloud infrastructure, microservices, JVM optimization, and database performance tuning. He holds certifications in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI Developer 2020) and previously was an AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate. At ServiceNow, Sudhakar spearheaded the development of a scalable JMeter Cloud solution on Kubernetes that supports up to 200,000 concurrent users. He created a synthetic data generation framework that reduced data generation time from one month to just one day, significantly improving testing efficiency. His work has been instrumental in resolving critical performance issues for Fortune 500 customers. Previously, as Principal Software Engineer at Oracle Application Labs (2017-2021), Sudhakar led the design of the Oracle Observability and Monitoring Framework, developed Java microservices using Helidon, and built robust data pipelines with OCI Dataflow, NiFi, and Kafka. He also established a dedicated performance engineering team within Oracle Application Labs. During his tenure at Cognizant Technology Solutions (2014-2017), Sudhakar designed and executed performance tests based on production metrics, developed automation frameworks, and conducted in-depth code reviews to identify and resolve performance bottlenecks. At Oracle India (2011-2014), he gathered non-functional requirements and developed comprehensive test plans for Oracle SCM, Fusion CRM, and Fusion Financials applications. His earlier experience at Infosys (2007-2011) included leading end-to-end performance testing projects for major clients like Walmart. Sudhakar's technical toolkit includes Java, Python, C, and ServiceNow scripting languages. He's proficient with databases (MariaDB, Postgres, Oracle Database, InfluxDB), performance testing tools (JMeter, LoadRunner), and observability platforms (AppDynamics, ELK Stack, Splunk). He holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from University College of Engineering, Osmania University, obtained in May 2007. Throughout his career, Sudhakar has consistently delivered solutions that optimize application performance, reduce costs, and enhance reliability for enterprise-level systems.

Innovative program manager with 20+ years of experience in educational technology and digital content strategy, who skillfully directed end-to-end digital content strategy for VMware's global educational division with strategic automation and AI. Dynamic leader who significantly contributed to the scaling of contract volume and revenue through AI and automation services. Consultative technologist with a passion for leveraging technology to encapsulate and refine business ideas, recognized for designing and implementing data-supported programs that deliver bottom line value.

I have over 27 years of experience and success in the IT industry in focus areas such as Pre / Post-Sales Engineer, Technical Instructor, Business Intelligence consultant, Team Lead, Education Consultant, Systems Administrator, and Technical Architect. My expertise is reflected at organizations, such as Texas Health Resources, Bon Secours Health System, Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation, Rent-A-Center, Portland General Electric, Boeing, Ameriprise Financial, the Department of the Army, T-Mobile, Southwest Airlines, Texas Instruments, Textron, and the Department of Defense. As a Technical Instructor, I have delivered SAP BusinessObjects training around the world for partners such as Accenture, Deloitte, and Bearing Point. I have also delivered CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certification training in classroom settings.

Sierra Hampton-Simmons is a leader in professional credentialing with a career spanning for more than two decades. She began her career in Japan as an educator, where she became known for finding novel ways to validate skills beyond multiple-choice items. Her passion for commercial training and skill proliferation has followed her from the classroom to the board rooms of the largest professional credential brands around the world. Sierra currently serves as the Vice President of Certification at the Project Management Institute where she oversees lucrative credentialing brands including, but not limited to, the PMP, CAPM and the PMI- ACP. Responsible for product design, development, architecture, and integrity, Sierra assures product/market fit by identifying needs of the profession and achieving differentiation within the portfolio while aligning to the strategic intention of the institute. A visionary leader, Sierra excels at building teams of rock stars who excel in their craft and exceed expectations. A self-proclaimed job muse, she leverages her uncanny ability to sense needs of individuals to inspire her team to remain curious, inquisitive, and lean-in to experimentation centered on delighting customers. As a champion of equity and diversity, Sierra has led in defining go to market strategies assuring equal access to candidates agnostic to their industry, language, or location. Currently obsessed with redefining the skills and competencies needed for the workforce of tomorrow, Sierra is interested in collaborating with likeminded pros seeking to assure job readiness for professionals in the AI era. How will the workforce transform? What new careers will emerge? How might we assure that barriers to education are removed? And most importantly how will professionals validate they have the requisite skills? An expert in certification and licensure, Sierra has garnered a reputation for infusing innovations including performance-based testing into programs. The former President of the Performance Testing Council, Sierra continues to consult with organizations to help them design products that enable them to amplify their brands while simultaneously helping professionals qualify for their next career move.

The College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario is the regulator of occupational therapists in Ontario.

The Institute of Internal Auditors (The IIA) was established in 1941 and is a global professional association with over 218,000 members in 190 countries. Its headquarters is in Lake Mary, Florida, and it operates as a federation of more than 110 allied institutes. The IIA is a not-for-profit (501)(c)(6) corporation formed to provide dynamic leadership for the professional practice of internal auditing. The IIA is recognized as the internal audit profession's leader in standards, certification, education, research, and technical guidance throughout the world. The IIA offers three global certifications Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Internal Audit Practitioner (IAP), and Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA) in total 16 languages. Please visit The IIA website for more information. https://www.theiia.org/en/certifications/

I have more than 20 years of Leadership experience in Certification, Education, Accreditation, Research, and Health and Fitness. I help organizations and boards with strategy, development, growth and accreditation of certification, education, certificate, and continuing education programs.

Developing hands-on learning for over 20 years.

As a senior market leader and consultant in the assessment industry, Bill brings his passion for developing trusted relationships and advancing lives to his role as Chief Credentialing Services Officer for Cornerstone Strategies, where he provides consulting services in market growth, holistic security solutions, and partner selection processes. Bill is honored to work with excellent organizations such as Global Skills X-Change (GSX), Vaital, and AERE. Bill’s focus as EVP for GSX is helping, corporations, credentialing organizations and government agencies build resilient workforces through workforce skills and credentialing programs. Bill has spent the majority of his career in operational and sales roles for test administration and credential management organizations, as well as an NCCA-accredited non-profit credentialing association. Roles have included: customer service, program management, business development, operations; and strategy. In these roles, Bill launched and managed numerous national and global assessment programs across the higher education industry, U.S. federal government, local governments, corporate hiring & advancement, and professional credentialing sectors. While serving in these capacities, Bill assisted clients with expanding their programs, implementing strategic partnerships, and developing new markets. As a very active contributor to assessment industry associations, conferences and committees, Bill served on the board of directors for the Association of Test Publishers (ATP) and the Certification Network Group (CNG). He currently serves on the National Advisory Board for the Credential As You Go (CAYG) initiative, as the Chair of the Certification & Licensure division of the Association of Test Professionals, and is the Vice Chair of the board of the Institute for Credentialing Excellence (ICE), owner of the NCCA accreditation standard. Bill holds an MBA from Augsburg University, a B.A. in English and Religion from St. Olaf College, and recently achieved the Institute for Credentialing Excellence Certified Credentialing Professional (ICE-CCP) certification. Bill has deep roots in his local community and enjoys anything that involves spending time with his wife and kids, the brisk Minnesota winters, oh and yes, he is an avid sports enthusiast. Trusted relationships are vital to him personally and professionally, which is one of the top reasons why he loves the assessment industry and the people in it. Trust is built through integrity, competence, and doing what you say you will do.

Zach has over a decade of experience in the certification, licensure, and educational testing industry. He has assisted many different organizations in the development of examinations for a variety of professional fields including IT, real estate, allied health, public health, nursing, entertainment, plumbing, electrical, wastewater, and agriculture. He is well versed in the examination development process and the creation of examinations that meet multiple accreditation standards through experienced leadership of subject matter expert groups and the application of appropriate measurement methodologies. Zach received his Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Biomedical Sciences and his Master of Science in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from Missouri State University in Springfield Missouri.