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D. Heath is an expert in using AutoCAD to create Construction Documents (Cover Sheet thru MEPs), creating design packages for submittal to Design Review Committee (Site Plan, Floor Plans and Elevations) and creating construction documents for county or city submittal per 2007 Florida Building Codes with 2009 amendments. His work includes multi-family and commercial projects, preparation of layout of projects with time lines for each draftsman, construction Documents using AutoCAD R14, SoftDesk 8, and Ketiv v14 software, and the creation and maintenance of office standards through the use of custom menu and programming (AutoLISP).

B. Swinney is currently an independent CAD consultant, a role he has performed since 2008. He was previously an architectural project manager with Tompkins Barron PLLC, an architectural design firm based in the United States, from 1996 to 2008. He performed design activities for the company and managed a team of designers (focusing on AutoCAD). He was responsible for over 50% of the projects. He started his career as a CAD Draftsman at McCarty Architects from 1990 to 1995, and worked directly with the companys consultants, including architects and engineers. He received an AAS in Computer Aided Design and Drafting from Northeast College and attended Mississippi State School of Architecture. He holds a residential and commercial construction license in the state of Mississippi.

M. Michelena is currently an independent CAD consultant, he has worked in a telecommunication industry for 18 year as a Engineering Graphic Designer, Project Manager, Project Coordinator, CAD specialist, at companies such as MOTOROLA INC, MORRISON HERSHFIELD CORP, STARCONTROLS INC. based in United States. In 2003 received the BA of Infirmation technology at the American Intercontinental University located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida USA. Previously worked as a CAD instructor, and Tech-Architect in Caracas/Venezuela at RASTERTECH INC, company afilliated to AUTODESK CORP, (giving training such as AUTOCAD, CIVIL/SURVEY, AUTOARCHITECT, SCANDESK, etc.) to several Architectural and Engineering companies. In 1980 received the BA of Tech-Architect at IUTAJS (Inst. Universitario de Tech. A. J. Sucre in Caracas/Venezuela)

S. Herrera is working in the field of architecture since 1996 and continuously gaining expertise in the residential, commercial and institutional fields. Her international experience allows her to work with all kind of clientèle and team members. She has worked in London , New York and Colombia, designing and developing multifamily housing projects both Private and affordable, institutional and educational buildings and commercial premises. She can communicate and write fluently in English and Spanish. She got a masters degree in Sustainable Architecture from the University College London and got her architectural bachelor degree in Colombia South America. She has more than 10 years of architectural experience working, developing and drafting both the design and the technical sides of projects. She has computer experience using AutoCAD, Sketch up, Adobe Photoshop and the entire Microsoft package.

B. Keith develops technical illustrations for technical manuals, patent drawings for inventions to be filed with the U.S. Patent Office and designed and built interactive displays for conventions since 2008. Employed for 16 years by a major Patent Law firm where he gained his expertise in preparing patent drawing and trademark drawing documentation for the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office as well as the World Patent Organization. While at the law firm, his innovations resulted in a 70% increase of production at a lower cost to clients. Started his drafting career on the drafting board using manual tools designing and detailing a variety of drafting projects for manufacturing and production prior to joining the law firm. Work included accurate drawings for floor and space plans, medical devices, electronic, wire and cable schematics, flow charts processes, piping and electrical systems, assembly and detailed parts with orthographic and isometric cutaway and exploded views following Drafting Standards and Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerances. He has updated his skills to include AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Visio, Word and Excel, and is currently developing his skills in 3D modeling.

D. Bryson began work in machining and metalworking in Canada in 1981, becoming a world recognized journeyman tool and die maker in 1985. Re-entering the workforce as a CAD designer, he worked his way up to Senior Mechanical Engineer in a leading microwave radio company. He shares recognition in two patents relating to his design work of microwave radios. His previous hands-on metalworking experience has benefitted him greatly in his design career, where he continues to design and develop innovative yet simple-to-manufacture parts and assemblies. Familiar with all aspects of manufacturing including precision machining and grinding, stamping, die casting and welding. He is an expert in Solid Works and AutoCAD, including import and export of the many other software platforms in the marketplace.

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Interview with Mr. D. Bryson

1. What kinds of clients do you serve?

   My clients are varied. My background is in metalworking and mechanical CAD, both 2D & 3D. I have worked on very complicated mechanical assemblies and manufacturing drawings for the microwave industry, the semi-conductor industry, the nuclear industry and just the manufacturing industry in general. I have also worked with architectural CAD and have a client in the low voltage retrofit industry whose major customers are school districts and hospitals. They upgrade security systems and classroom technology. I have done both 2D drawings and 3D renderings for them. I have another client that installs automatic car wash systems and I do all their installation drawings. I have another client for whom I do RV park layouts. Finally, I have created drawings for individuals to submit with patent applications.

2. What was the most interesting CAD project that you ever worked on?
   What made it interesting?
   What challenges did you face?

   The most interesting project I worked on was a proprietary mechanical system that I can’t even talk about since the patent application is still pending. It had many small mechanical assemblies and a very large final assembly. All the work was in 3D. It will be interesting to see it actually come to fruition and know I was a part of it. I had to research many new to the market components that went into the assembly, create 3D models of them and integrate them correctly.

3. Of the software tools that you use, which is your favorite and why?

   My favorite tool is Solid Works. With my mechanical background, it is the most versatile software available that ties part modeling, assemblies and drawings all together parametrically. I can’t imagine doing the work I do today on a drawing board with a pencil. A week’s work would take a year!

4. What trends are you observing in the market for CAD services? How have these trends affected you, and how are you responding to them?

   I have talked to all my clients many times over the last 2 years, thinking that they were bringing their CAD requirement in-house since I had shown a significant decrease in business from all of them. This was not the case. It is simply a slowdown in all industries. If anything, they have laid off their own full time people and are still planning on outsourcing the majority of their CAD work.

5. What do you like about working as an interim CAD draftsman or external CAD consultant working on a time-bound project?

   I have always been good at time management and servicing several clients on several projects at the same time. I have never missed a deadline or had an unhappy client. With a home office, I have the flexibility to work any hours required to get the job done.

6. Have you ever provided CAD consulting services remotely, either via phone, the Web or email?
   Do you use any screen sharing tools (like Webex, Skype, or GoToMeeting), and are they effective?
   What kinds of questions and problems could you tackle remotely?
   Are there any issues that you feel are better handled face-to-face?

   I have been involved in many remote meetings as an observer but have not yet had the necessity to launch my own meeting.

M. Tripodi is currently a Registered Architect, licensed in 5 states including NY, VA, NC, SC and GA. Over the past 17 years, he has specialized in design, drafting of production drawings, project management, and construction administration. He has worked extensively on Multi-Family residential complexes, commercial offices, medical offices, financial institutions and mixed-use buildings. Mr. Tripodi is an expert in AutoCAD and has been using Revit for 3D renderings for 3 years.

J. Roberts has extensive experience in serving as a Project Manager in the field of architecture. He is involved in the project from the early schematics from the beginning through to construction where he liaises with clients and contractors to ensure that all parties are satisfied with finished product. Mr. Roberts has 15 years of experience in residential architecture, working with AutoCAD in both 2D (for Construction Documents) and also 3D (for presentation packages). He has a B.Sc. in Building Control.

Z. Breeding has worked in the field of construction world for the over 10 years, and is familiar with all aspects of construction. He has deep expertise in the construction of schools, offices, police stations, and other large projects. He is skilled in the area of 2D modeling on AutoCad and 3D modeling using Sketchup and Revit.