Who We Are

We are a NPO (501c3) that functions as a virtual enterprise, consisting of retired executives, professors, thought leaders, researchers, authors, and government leaders.

Our Purpose

Enable society to reach higher levels of excellence (migrate to the new emerging civilization)!

Our Vision

Become a premier source of support and inspiration for Smart Cities and Smart Enterprises to improve the standard of living and the abilities to thrive in a hypercompetitive environment.

 

Our Mission

Assist cities and enterprises of all sized to become smart, resilient, sustainable, and green by offering the best solutions that fit them.

Our History

We started in 2004 as the National RFID Center focused primarily on state-of-the-art sensor technology. Since then, the Center expanded its focus to address sensor mechanisms and devices, sensor systems, measurement and control systems, IoT/IoE, and data analytics. We migrated from Collecting Info to Processing Info, and from Unifying Data and Information to Combining Data and Information and translating them into useful and actionable Knowledge.  In 2015 the National RFID Center joined forces with Biz Smarter.


…and most people and governments try to acknowledge its arrival and impact. The growing severity of global-scale environmental and resource problems, together with changes in people’s views and values, along with an avalanche of technological advances are prompting all of us to reevaluate what form future cities should take and the direction of humanity.

We are here to provide a clearer picture of the future, translate the megatrends and undercurrents the right way, so that new government, business, educational and social models are generated and implemented for the new civilization that is emerging.

Our carefully cultivated team of experts have spent decades in their respective professions and bring a wealth of knowledge, experience and skills that are very unique and valuable.  Although our main focus is SMART CITIES, we also support and consult SMART BUSINESSES and SMART MANUFACTURING and other entities that want to achieve higher levels of smartness and excellence.

Today our focus is on Smart Cities because they encompass Sensor Technologies, IoT, Big Data, Advanced Analytics, Structured and Unstructured Content, The Cloud, Artificial Intelligence, and other key technologies that advance our society and civilization to a new amazing era, which we call The Omni-Convergence Era. It combines technologies with content, new socioeconomic concepts, a new version of democracy (called Participatory Democracy), new styles of living, working and enjoying life, and so much more. The Omni-Convergence Era is also blending values, beliefs, industries, value chains, and eras. The world is undergoing another major Renaissance, and very few people and governments realize what are the implications of all those changes. We live in an unprecedented time. This is why we are here!

We are here to explain what is going on and how the massive transformations affect everyone. We are here to elucidate governments, businesses and individuals of the consequences of overlapping revolutions and the compounded effect of convergent eras. One must remember that The Omni-Convergence Era represents significant and momentous Creative and Destructive Disruption. Companies and institutions that refuse to accept that are in for a rude awakening in the next 5 to 10 years!

Phillip Andrews

Phillip Andrews

Managing Director

Mr. Andrews is an author, professor, international keynote speaker, thought leader, author, executive coach, business advisor, entrepreneur and business owner/executive. He started his career as a Robotics Engineer working in the automotive industry. READ MORE

 
Kurt Wall

Kurt Wall

VP of Biz Development

Mr. Wall is the President of The Future, International Innovation Center’s, an extensive business alliance partnership focused on solving Humanitarian Global Issues converging Innovations Around Global solutions and lean transformation. He previously worked on projects involving the rapid deployment of Homeland Security including a multi-stage “Airports of the future” projects for Boeing Corporation. READ MORE
Douglas M. Berman

Douglas M. Berman

Director

Mr. Berman is an attorney based in Dallas, Texas whose legal practice is focused on corporate and securities transactions and general business, commercial and compliance matters.  Mr. Berman also advises early stage companies in business and strategy matters, including as a co-founder, investor and advisory board member. READ MORE
Samuel Mason

Samuel Mason

Board Advisor & Strategic Partner

Samuel Mason is a futurist, and President of the Tesla Science Foundation for the State of New Jersey. As a Tesla Ambassador he has organized countless Tesla related programs across the globe for various organizations. Mr. Mason is the Founder and Director of the newly established Tesla Community Incubator Space (TCIS) in Rahway, New Jersey. READ MORE
Vince “The Voice” Bailey

Vince “The Voice” Bailey

Board Advisor

Vince “The Voice” Bailey is a 35 year media veteran who began his career as a United Way volunteer reader for the blind in his hometown of Gary, Indiana. For the past seventeen years he has operated Vince Bailey Productions (now Vince The Voice LLC), a full service audio / video production and consulting company. READ MORE
James Wadell “Jess” Johnson

James Wadell “Jess” Johnson

Board Advisor

James Wadell “Jess” Johnson is a US Army retired multi-decorated Master Sargent with 25 years service. Including: Combat Med., Airborn and Special Forces. Served with the 501st and the 101st Airborn in PhuBai, Vietnam. Was assigned to the JFK Special Warfare Center at Ft. Bragg, NC as a “Weapons Specialist. READ MORE
David Mays

David Mays

Board Advisor

For 30 years, David Mays has been learning, living, working, and creating in North Texas.  David holds a BS in Neuroscience from UT Dallas and received additional formal education in medicine, writing, and business.  Consulting on the startup process for companies, projects, and individuals, David has created innovative solutions for numerous industries such as preventative healthcare, environmental medicine, materials manufacturing, construction science,… READ MORE
Dr. Joseph Wall

Dr. Joseph Wall

Board Advisor

Dr. Joseph Wall is one of the foremost Accounting experts in the field of fraud and distributed ledger (such as blockchain) technologies. He presents, consults, and takes paid engagements frequently in areas involving distributed ledger technologies, financial forensic investigation, and private company valuations. … READ MORE
Ted Lasser

Ted Lasser

Board Advisor

Over the past 40 years my Entrepreneurial lifestyle has combined mentoring, angel investment, business development, strategic thinking and high level negotiation strategies year after year. This lifelong skill-set has awarded me White House recognition as Champion of Change in Entrepreneurship Fellow,…. READ MORE
Catherine A. Oleksiw, Ph.D., PCC

Catherine A. Oleksiw, Ph.D., PCC

Board Advisor

With over 30 years in leadership roles in government, higher education and private industry, Dr. Catherine Oleksiw has extensive experience in assessing the impact of strategies and programs.  She engages with clients in refining performance management, assessing change, and co-creating outcomes-based performance systems… READ MORE
Walt Evanyk

Walt Evanyk

Board Advisor

Mr. Evanyk’s background includes multiple senior positions with Ohio Nuclear, Johnson and Johnson, GE, Picker, Spectradyne, Ericsson, National RFID Institute, supporting a Homeland Security effort at UTD lead by Professor Doug Harris and as Vice President of Engineering for Power Pulse Technologies… READ MORE
Jeremy Morrelli

Jeremy Morrelli

Board Advisor

Jeremy Morrelli is a British designer, renowned for his eye for detail, dedication to use of natural materials and broad knowledge of the decorative arts. Morrelli Design Consultants, MDC, is known for Interiors design for residential and hospitality projects across the US and overseas…. READ MORE

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