Murfreesboro Technology Council Team
The Murfreesboro Technology Council is proud to announce its team members. Each individual has experience in the technology field and shares the vision of growing the economy of Murfreesboro and surrounding areas of Middle Tennessee by bringing in technology companies and uniting technologists.
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The MTC Team
Corey Barrett
Corey Barrett is the visionary leader behind TeamLogic IT Nashville and CAB3 Group. With over 20 years of IT experience under his belt, Corey brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table. His passion for technology knows no bounds, driving him to stay at the forefront of industry trends and advancements. A product of an HBCU, Oakwood University, Corey values diversity, inclusion, and the power of education in shaping a brighter future. When he’s not immersed in the world of IT, you’ll likely find Corey indulging in his favorite pastime: watching anime. His eclectic interests fuel his creativity and innovation, making him a dynamic force within the tech community.
Trent Denson
Trent Denson is the dynamic and visionary founder of Spread The Positive and the STP Network. Born in Memphis and raised in Asheville, NC, Trent enjoyed a vibrant childhood filled with diverse experiences. An avid golfer, he took his passion to NC State University, where he majored in Program Management. Trent’s professional journey is rich and varied, encompassing roles in sales, business development, hospitality, real estate, and, most recently, multimedia distribution and content creation.
Trent’s enthusiasm for life shines through in his diverse interests. He is deeply committed to connecting with people, storytelling, and producing engaging content. His dedication to community outreach is evident in all his endeavors. An ardent sports fan, Trent supports the Carolina Panthers and remains a loyal NC State Wolfpack follower, navigating the predominantly SEC-centric sports landscape with his ACC roots.
In his personal life, Trent shares a wonderful bond with his girlfriend, Kristin, a coach at Webb School and a club volleyball coach at MidTN Volleyball. His family also includes a cherished four-legged member, Cami, a mini Aussie doodle affectionately known as Cami-Rooski.
Since 2018, Trent has been a prominent voice in the podcasting world, having published over 1,500 episodes for himself and others on the STP network. His passion for his work and commitment to his mission are the driving forces behind his success and positive impact.”
Byron Glenn
Byron Glenn, is a co-founder of a local non-profit, a business consultant, speaker and a community leader. Byron majored in Political Science and graduated with honors from Tennessee State University and later from Trevecca Nazarene University, earning a Master’s in Business Administration. He would go on to complete the Web Developer Bootcamp from Nashville Software School.
Byron understands the importance of technology and how it can provide solutions to the private and public sectors. Byron believes that bringing more awareness to the good of technology will decrease the technological gap that affects underserved communities
Matt Haese
Matt Haese is the owner of Enlighten Technologies, which assists with tech consulting and installation for small businesses, non-profits, private schools, and corporations. He is a Nashville-based husband and father to five amazing kiddos. He is always down for watching football (Go Green Bay!). He is a former IT Director, and loves combining his passion of tech with his love of the church.
Ben Hicks
Ben Hicks has served in nearly every major area of information technology since completing his technology vocational training in 2000. He started work in systems administration at Murfreesboro based National HealthCare Corporation in 2008. Ben currently serves as the Chief Information Security Officer for NHC. Ben also serves on the board of directors of a local Nashville information security organization dedicated to education and understanding technology since 2011.
Jon Hoscheit
Jon Hoscheit is a founding partner for Data Suites Datacenters (Murfreesboro Data), as well as the Murfreesboro Technology Council and several consulting groups. With a focus on improving the technology offerings in Rutherford County, as well as matching companies to local IT professionals, Jon is focused on enabling Rutherford to compete in a global market.
Before dedicating his time to Data Suites, the Technology Council, and the consulting practices, Jon gained over 20 years of enterprise experience with the IRS, several Fortune 500 Medical companies and non-profit charities. Throughout his career, Jon focused on improving and enhancing people around him.
Jon has education ranging from multiple Voice, Network, and Microsoft certifications, as well as education from multiple Universities in several technology degree fields ranging from Information Management to CIS. His education and work for the community continue to drive him to evolve, while enabling others to thrive.
Michelle Price
Michelle Price currently works as a Corporate Systems Analyst utilizing tools such as SharePoint, Jira Software, Jira Service Management, Confluence and eazyBI. She is a tech enthusiast which means she lives and breathes technology. When Michelle is not involved in technology, she is looking for ways to become involved.
Michelle’s background is in Business Analysis, Project Management & Coordination, Front End Web Development, and Database Administration.
Michelle is currently working on a project teaching online classes using Zoom and Microsoft Teams. The students are native Spanish speakers learning a combo of English and basic web design
Drew Toglen
Drew Troglen is the Owner / CEO of Tech Bird Consultants LLC here in Rutherford County. He founded his business, Tech Bird, on the belief that technology doesn’t have to be complicated or intimidating. Drew has been in the technology field for 20+ years and started at the bottom pulling cable and worked his way up to now owning an IT consulting firm. Drew has held all positions/titles from desktop support, network admin, network engineer and CIO.
Although he wears an engineering hat throughout the week to help his team out, Drew’s focus is on his clients and the business side of things.
Drew has an electronic engineering background and holds several industry known certifications to include MCSA, MCSE and MCP while pursuing Security+ and ITIL certifications.
LaTonya Wynne
Ron Young
Ron Started in Technology with Cellular in 1985 and was transmitting data over mobile phones in 1988. The company grew into an Internet service provider in the early 90’s as Ron grew to the Director position to grow the service offerings and grow the business and outside sales department. Working closely with the engineering staff to enhance the network in Internet, Frame Relay, Voice services and security offerings to the customer base. Ron was responsible for streaming services for the International Auto Show in Detroit along with MSN Car point in the early 90’s. By 1997 a Streaming video concert was live for Lexus with the technology and Internet connections through the Internet Service provider.
In 2010 Eagle Communications Inc was founded. They are a Technology Advisory company providing services such as VoIP, UCaaS, Structured cabling and Fiber Networks, SD Wan and Cyber Security solutions to small to medium size businesses in Middle Tennessee.
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