Tom Mazzulla

Tom has 17+ years in the staffing industry. He has worked as a Senior Information Technology Recruiter for the past 14 years. He has also been successful in the Engineering and Clinical domains. He is experienced working with both clients and candidates. He has been successful in placing candidates across the country in contract, contract to hire and direct hire positions. He enjoys the challenge of locating the candidates for the client positions with the really hard to find skills. He has worked with clients in various industries including: Financial Services, Insurance, Manufacturing, Clinical and Government. The Clients have ranged in size from medium size to Fortune 500 companies.

Before joining iTech, Tom worked for recruiting/staffing companies that ranged from small to very large. He also managed a team of off-shore recruiters in the past. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Southwestern University in Theology.

Fast Facts about Tom

Has been with iTech since: 2012

Personal Business Approach: I believe that there are two customers, the client and the candidate and both deserve to be treated with respect.

What Tom likes about his Job: Helping people to obtain their career objectives. Enjoying the interaction with various people and receiving the simple “Thanks” for working on their behalf in finding them the right opportunity.

What he believes sets iTech apart: A group that takes their jobs seriously but still has the ability to enjoy themselves. And, a belief that our process and integrity is what really makes a difference.

When he’s not working: Tom enjoys fishing and spending time with his wife and grandkids.

Amber Verno

When an iTech client has a need, Amber Verno steps into action. As iTech’s Recruiting Operations Manager, Amber assigns all client requirements to our team’s recruiters. And when she’s not making sure the requirements get put in the right hands, she’s busy posting jobs to internal and external job boards, organizing client and consultant events, formatting candidate resumes and being the face of iTech at job fairs. Amber holds a bachelor’s degree from Central Connecticut State University.

Fast Facts about Amber

Has been with iTech since: 2007

Business philosophy: “Management is doing things right; leadership is doing the right things.” — Peter F. Drucker

Areas of expertise and strength: Amber’s customer service skills and ability to work well in fast past environments, as well as her problem solving and communication skills.

When she’s not working: Amber is spending time with friends and family.

Melissa Connolly

Melissa joins the iTech team with more than two decade’s worth of experience working with CPA’s, CFO’s and COO’s in Finance, Accounting and Payroll. She enjoys working Microsoft Excel, has extensive knowledge of financial statements, and solves problems quickly and effectively. Her technical abilities and computer skills are surpassed only by her positive team attitude and ability to forge strong relationships with colleagues and clients. Melissa graduated from the University of Connecticut and resides in Cheshire with her two daughters, husband, and dog.

When she’s not at work: Melissa is most likely at a sporting event of her daughters. She enjoys being outdoors, especially during her favorite seasons: Spring and Summer. She loves a perfect beach day. She also enjoys running, taking yoga classes, and date nights with her husband Fran.

She believes…

“There are only two days in the year that nothing can be done. One is called Yesterday and the other is called Tomorrow. Today is the right day to Love, Believe, Do and mostly Live.”
― Dalai Lama XIV

Brian Otten

Has been with iTech since: May 2018

Business Philosophy: “Opportunities don’t happen. You create them.”

Personal business approach: High energy and lean efficiency.

What he loves about his job: Formulating strategies that yield results.

When he’s not working: Enjoying the outdoors.

Marc Pierard

Marc has over 13 years of recruiting experience with the last 7 working in the Information Technology Industry. Starting his career as a Technical Recruiter with Aerotek, he was promoted to a Professional/Account Recruiting Management role and responsible for managing Northrop Grumman and their 200 contractors. He then made the change to the Information Technology Industry working with multiple Fortune 500 clients in the St. Louis area as well as nationwide.

Marc 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.

Ramana Challa

Ramana Challa holds an MBA in Management and is responsible for managing all day-to-day operations of the business with full P&L and operational responsibility, setting the direction and management of recruiting, administrative, and technical staff, developing HR policies, maintaining government and legal compliance, and ensuring an on-going corporate focus on financial goals and objectives. Ramana has over 15 years of experience in the professional services industry.

Salil Sankaran

Salil has a successful track record of driving revenue growth for organizations including experience in mergers and acquisitions and business development. In this role, he is charged with leading Ampcus as it grows to meet expanding market needs and maintaining its leadership position in the Federal, State, Local, and commercial markets. He is responsible for establishing the strategic direction and future vision of Ampcus, and ensuring the portfolio of IT services offered is kept in sync with customer demands.

He brings along with him a vast experience of over 20 years in sales, financial and operational management. Prior to joining Ampcus, Salil has held executive and senior management positions at other small to large organizations. Salil is an MBA in Finance and a Master’s in Management Salil is an alumnus of the Delhi University in India. Salil is also an Advanced Post Graduate in systems and management.