Liliana is a highly motivated, bilingual professional with over 8 years’ experience across Talent Management, Business Development, and IT Staffing. Her commitment to deliver over expected goals through solid business skills and the highest standards of service and integrity, has helped her through her career to expand business services among Fortune 500 clients across the US, India, and LATAM.
Liliana is known for her passion for people. Her exceptional communications, multi-cultural, and analytical skills have helped her strengthen business relationships with existing clients. As well as build new long-term relationships and partnerships from renown networking events such as Mobile World Congress, CANTO Aruba, CTIA, PMI, and local networking events.
At iTech, she approaches every new challenge with great enthusiasm and creativity. She is eager to continue to build trust and expand her relationships with hiring managers and teams by proving the right talent and resources needed to be successful!
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Anjali Ann Ramakumaran, CEO of iTech Solutions, also Founder and CEO of Ampcus Inc. (Ampcus), is a technology savvy entrepreneur with more than 18 years of contribution towards the design, development and delivery of leading edge Technology Solutions and Human Capital Management across the globe. Under her leadership, she has cultivated Ampcus into a fast growing Consulting and Professional Services firm. For ten consecutive years (2008‐2018) she has been recognized as a top Asian American owned business by the USPAACC. In addition, for the past nine consecutive years (2010‐2018), she has been honored as one of the 50 Fastest Growing Women Owned Business in the CONUS by the Women Presidents Organization. Under Ann’s leadership, Ampcus has made the Inc., 500/5000 list and has been recognized as a Top Diversity Business for the past 9 years (2010‐2018). Ann was also awarded Women in Technology Entrepreneur of the Year by WIT and most recently received the Chairman’s Award for Inspirational Leadership from the CRMSDC. Ampcus has also received the Global Growth Award from Astra Women’s Business Alliance, Supplier of the Year Award from the GMSDC and the Top Asian American Business Award from the USPAACC‐SE. CRMSDC Supplier of the year 2017 class IV and NMSDC supplier of the year 2017.
Ann works closely with her Advisory Board, whose advice/input on strategy and direction helps her drive the company to attain its vision of being one of the largest and most successful high performing Professional Services companies globally. She has been actively involved in executing a consultative methodology to define, qualify and quantify Ampcus’ target clients, determine their strategic IT and business objectives and from developed solutions which proactively address their current and evolving demands and needs.
Ann serves on the CRMSDC Board of Directors, WBENC National Board of Directors, WPEO Leadership Committee and the USPAACC Scholarship Committee. She has been a speaker at numerous National and Local Procurement and Diversity Conferences. In addition, Ann has mentored several women and minority start up’s in an effort to help them grow their business. Ann holds her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Business and Commercial Management from India and has completed Executive Management from the Robins School of Business, University of Richmond Virginia and an Advance Management from the Kellogg School of Management Northwestern University Illinois.
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Shelley has been an IT Recruiter for 20 years with all of her experience in the IT Staffing Industry. She has recruited high quality IT Talent for large-scale, middle market, and small clients throughout her career. Her recruiting experience has encompassed all of Connecticut, with a focus on the Hartford marketplace, as well as Boston, Rhode Island and NY, MN, and CO on occasion.
Shelley holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and worked as an IT Consultant earlier in her career. This personal experience is critical to her success as an IT Recruiter. She prides herself on her ability to build lasting relationships with both clients and candidates, affording her the skill of successfully matching candidates to opportunities. She is frank and honest and works with the highest level of ethics.
Shelley has recruited for resources on all levels within IT organizations. She has successfully recruited and subsequently placed Business Analysts, Project Managers, Program Managers, Application Developers, Network Engineers, Helpdesk professionals and more. She is creative and likes to think “outside the box” in her recruiting for “hard to fill” opportunities. She is process and detail oriented, outgoing and personable.
Fast Facts about Shelley
Has been with iTech since: July 2013
Personal Business Approach: Be honest.
What she loves about her job: Finding the right job for the right person, especially when ‘thinking outside the box’ is involved. Its like a puzzle, you just have to put the pieces in the right place.
What she believes sets iTech apart: Relationships and Reputation. iTech is well known and well respected. The team is professional and experienced, and work well together with extensive and continual communication with clients and consultants.
When she’s not working: Shelley enjoys spending time with her two children, walking her dog and traveling.
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When a client needs a specific skill set or personality fit for a project or ongoing role, Jessica Cetola is ready find the perfect candidate. A reliable and resourceful Senior Technical Recruiter & Resource Manager with connections all over the country, it’s Jessica’s mission to recruit top IT talent for contract and direct hires throughout the U.S. Jessica’s ability to work with others, her sound interviewing style and ability to find all the necessary information needed to successfully match candidates to clients in an effective and timely manner is notable.
As one of iTech’s International Institute of Business Analysts (IIBA) representatives, Jessica attends meetings and keeps abreast of important trends and developments for the benefits of clients and candidates alike. Jessica holds a Bachelor’s degree from Nichols College in Dudley, Massachusetts.
Fast Facts about Jessica:
Has been with iTech since: 2005
Personal philosophy: “Nobody ever climbed a smooth mountain. Enjoy the bumps and scrapes on your way to the top; you’ll appreciate it more.”
What she loves about her job: It’s a really good feeling when you are able to find someone a new job that they really enjoy.
What she believes sets iTech apart: We are a strong small business that has been through a lot and has never really let anything get in between us and success. We are able to compete against large corporations and hold our own.
When she’s not working: Jessica loves the beach, reading, going to the movies, seeing friends and family.
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Jamie has over 15 years of business and IT experience driving customer success for large companies, including a number of Fortune 500 enterprises across numerous Industries including: Healthcare, Insurance, Financial, and Retail. She has proven experience helping large healthcare organizations successfully integrate during mergers and acquisitions. She recently led the MSP Program at Aetna, via Tapfin, where she successfully help them transform their program management and delivery to CVS, while expanding additional business lines. Prior to Tapfin, Jamie grew a large Healthcare customer taking their footprint from limited engagement to Global Partnership.
Jamie focuses on what is most important to the customer while building mutual trust and forming long lasting relationships. She looks at challenges as opportunities, and strives to exceed customer expectations. In her spare time, Jamie volunteers as a Foster Coordinator at Dog Star Rescue, helping dogs find their forever home! She is also an avid Liverpool supporter!
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Andrea L. Bonello, iTech’s Human Resources Team Lead, has more than 10 years’ experience in the HR field. Her proficiency, knowledge of Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) and Microsoft Office, and knack for employee relations prove invaluable on a daily basis when she’s directly supporting the needs of iTech’s COO and operations department.
Fast Facts about Andrea
Started with iTech in: 2008
Business philosophy: “The greatest results in life are usually attained by simple means and the exercise of ordinary qualities. These may for the most part be summed in these two: common sense and perseverance.” — Owen Feltham
What she loves about her job: I’m proud to be working for one of the most successful small businesses in Connecticut, especially because it’s a woman-owned enterprise. Kay’s leadership as a business woman is inspiring to me on a daily basis; and the owners’ ability to balance their family life is admirable.
When she’s not working: She’s enjoying the afternoons listening to Billie Holiday, or engrossed in conversation with friends about a movie they’ve seen.
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For the last 19 years, Chris has focused on providing IT solutions to his customers. Chris started his business career in sales and realized that he truly enjoyed meeting new people and helping to solve business problems. He relishes every opportunity to bring value to customers and candidates whenever and wherever possible. An added benefit over the years is the business relationships that have developed into true, long-lasting friendships.
Before iTech, Chris was charged with new business development in IT Staffing with a particular emphasis on media and financial services.
Fast Facts about Chris
Started with iTech in: Chris started with iTech Solutions in July 2015
What he believes sets iTech apart: iTech’s business model is firmly rooted in the belief that strong relationships translates into true partnerships with our customers and consultants. Unlike many firms, iTech has solid processes in place and leverages technology to help find great talent quickly.
Personal Business Philosophy: Listen closely to customer’s needs and candidate’s aspirations. Be direct and fully transparent. Helping to solve client problems and at the same time helping people find the right role for them is particularly gratifying.
When he’s not working: Chris likes to spend time with his family and extended family (He is one of 8 children!). A particular passion of Chris’ (and his wife’s) is holding small intimate gatherings where food is always prepared in-house. He also enjoys traveling to new destinations and participating in outdoor and fitness-related activities.
Learn more about partnering with iTech to fill your next IT position or to find your next IT job. Contact us today.
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In her role as Director – Customer Success for iTech, Holly Groleau follows what she considers to be “The Golden Rule” of both business and life: treat others the way you want to be treated. As she has for more than a dozen years in the staffing industry, Holly strives for honesty and fairness when she carries out her day-to-day responsibilities, which include relationship building with new clients, prescreening and interviewing potential candidates and meeting with hiring managers to forecast recruitment needs, selection criteria and timelines for IT staffing spikes. Holly is known on the iTech team for her excellent communication, negotiating and relationship building skills.
Fast Facts about Holly
Has been with iTech since: 2007
Significant career accomplishments she’s proud of: Opening new accounts, growing former company from 60 to 240 consultants. Building iTech’s presence at Cigna over the last four years.
What she loves about her job: There’s so much satisfaction in finding a person the right job. Finding a person the right job changes their life.
What do you believe sets iTech apart: We place well screened IT talent … we don’t just push resumes.
When she’s not working: You can find Holly at a baseball, basketball or soccer game with her husband and one of her four kids!
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Matt has 5 years of experience working in the Information Technology Sales and Staffing Industry. Starting his career as a Technical Recruiter with Insight Global, he was quickly promoted within his first year to an Account Management role where he was solely responsible for staffing within the Healthcare Technology division. Working with clients such as Barnes Jewish Hospital, Washington University Medical, Saint Louis University Hospital, etc. he won the bid for a multi-million dollar project for on the elbow support technicians, and placed over 30 resources on site.
In his previous role, he worked for a boutique style staffing firm in Nashville called Bradford and Galt, where he ran a full desk performing both full lifecycle Recruiting and Account Management. During his 2 years of experience with B&G, Matt placed 50+ consultants on both contract and direct hire opportunities. He also was able to excel in New Business Development, getting nearly 10 Master Service Agreements signed with new clients in the area.
Matt brings hunger and tenacity to the iTech team, bringing a “Never Give Up” mentality to sales. He prides himself on delivering what is most important to the customer by building long lasting relationships, and is excited to continue to learn/grow within the ever changing tech industry.
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With extensive technical background, Janice DiCicco has significant industry experience as a senior analyst, programmer and IT consultant in the insurance, healthcare, media and manufacturing industries. In fact, when she was working as a senior information systems specialist, Janice received the Traveler’s Outstanding Achievement Award for excellence in software development.
As a Senior Technical Recruiter & Resource Manager for iTech, her ability to develop relationships and successfully work within vendor management systems is an advantage for iTech clients. Janice is adept at not only identifying and recruiting the best talent for any given position, but also counseling candidates as they enter the market. Janice is a graduate of the University of New Haven, West Haven Connecticut; Greater New Haven State Technical College in North Haven, Connecticut; and the Computer Processing Institute in Stratford, Connecticut. With more than 10 years’ experience in the staffing industry, Janice is brings value to iTech clients and candidates alike.
Fast Facts about Janice
Has been with iTech since: 2003
Her areas of expertise/strengths: Having been on the other side of the table, Janice understands technology. In fact, this understanding makes her adept at evaluating talent from a technical and personality perspective.
Personal philosophy: Treat everyone as you would like to be treated
What she loves about her job: Janice loves helping people find a job. It’s very rewarding.
What she believes sets iTech apart: The fact that we are IT trained people staffing IT positions.
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