Derek Lanham

Background

About Derek Lanham

US Military Veteran with more than thirty years of hands-on experience in voice communications support, engineering, management, and strategic planning. Extensive knowledge and experience with implementing and supporting a wide array of voice communications technologies and manufactures. Currently an AT & T E911 Consultant analyzing the client’s voice and network topology along with user requirements to develop an E911 strategy that complies with the recently implemented Kari Law and Ray Baum Act as well as any local or state E911 requirements. Formerly Booz Allen Hamilton Team Lead of Unified Communications Operation providing daily support and ensuring operational integrity of the voice enterprise systems which includes stations worldwide. Inova Health System Telecommunications Manager providing both operational and engineering support for fifty-two sites within the Northern Virginia area. Detailed oriented with the ability to use technology to the utmost limits. Constantly striving to improve systems’ functionality, and utilization leading to operational cost reductions. Excellent communication skills and a high commitment to exceptional customer support; public speaker and published author for INNTouch Magazine, an international Nortel publication, and contributing author to NENA E911 model legislation. Specialties: • IT Voice strategic planning and implementation • Health Care voice communications • E911 MTLS implementation