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Tom Zemlin - CEO:

Tom is a twenty-year veteran of software development spanning the consumer, advertising and corporate markets. Tom wrote and led teams for such recognized titles as National Geographic's archive, Cosmopolitan Virtual Makeover, The Oregon Trail, Totally MAD Magazine and Compton's Encyclopedia. Tom also has developed a wide range of advertising and marketing projects including the Xcel Energy kiosks at the Mall of America, Aveda's Aroma Kiosks, 3-M Multi-media system, the Target Club Wedd kiosks and website, and the Curative Health Systems doctor and nurse online training program.

Sean Nottingham – President:

Sean has been designing and integrating media and IT systems for the past 20 years. Most recently Director of IT for SixtyFootSpider, past projects include the installation of kiosks for 3M at their Innovation Technology Center, installation and maintenance of the Aveda Aroma Kiosks in their lifestyle stores, hosting Boston Scientifics’ web site, installation of 3M's internal interactive training systems, hosting Curative Health Service's training courseware, building out Bozell's client web hosting environment, and establishing and implementing security protocols for many SixtyFootSpider clients. In addition to Sean's IT expertise, he has extensive knowledge of audio/video technologies, including the design, build out and maintenance of premier television post production and broadcast facilities and the integration of streaming media for various needs for clients including HBO, USSB, KARE11, Prince, Dairy Queen, Honeywell and PBS.

Jared Larsen – Vice President, Software Development:

Jared's career is rich with high profile projects at companies such as Mattel Interactive and The Learning Company. Jared was the Lead Developer on a variety of software titles such as Oregon Trail, Where in the USA is Carmen Sandiego, Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego, and Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing. Jared also brings to ZEMNOTT his deep experience in cross-platform development on Windows and Macintosh. Prior to ZEMNOTT Jared was a Professor at DigiPen University in Redmond, Washington where he Taught C++, software design, game design, development process, and project management. Jared also taught multimedia development using Macromedia Director and Flash.

Sheila Zwettler – Creative Director:

Sheila has spent time working in the entertainment industry working for companies like MECC, Mattel Interactive, Learning Outfitters, Plato Learning, and Department 56. As Director of Art at Mattel Interactive Sheila was in charge of the look of several well know titles and brands like Reader Rabbit and Madeline. Sheila is an excellent illustrator and animator and her characters are fun and intriguing. Sheila graduated from the University of Wisconsin with a degree in art. Sheila has a fabulous husband and two children who remind her every day what fun is all about.

Daniel Gumnit - Executive Vice President:

Daniel has more than 20 years of experience in the television, film, and interactive media business. His work has been on the forefront of integrating video and animation into interactive media. In addition, he produced and directed post-production, animation and special effects for numerous broadcast and feature film projects, including Mystery Science Theater 3000, Comedy Central and HBO. Daniel received an Emmy nomination for producing the animation and digital special effects work for PBS's Newton's Apple. He has had long and successful relationships with the NBA, MLB and dozens of professional sports teams nationwide. His background also includes earning an MBA and having extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions.