Executive Bios |
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Our executive team brings leadership and experience to clients. Kenneth J. Kucera, Chief Executive Officer
Ken has been featured in numerous publications such as Business Week, ComputerWorld and Forbes. Kucera was a pioneer of Virtualization and OnDemand Computing in the early 2000’s.
Kim Whittaker, Vice President of Sales and Marketing
Whittaker is a graduate of University of Nebraska – Lincoln with a degree in Marketing and Finance. She has her MBA from the University of Nebraska – Omaha.
Chad Zealnd, Chief Security Officer and Group Manager
Dan Hill, Group Manager of Windows and Storage
Tracy Joneson, Group Manager of Enterprise Systems
With his passion for computers, programming, math and all things technical Tracy’s breadth of knowledge and experience has proven beneficial over the years. Tracy’s broad range of experience includes application programming, Systems Engineer, Database Administrator and Sales Engineer. Tracy obtained his AA and AS degrees from Iowa Western Community College and his Bachelors of Science degree from Buena Visa University. In addition to his love for technology, Tracy is involved in Youth Ministry and Liturgical Music at his church. He also is a hobby farmer, enjoys outdoor sports and spending time with his wife Cindy, three children and two grandchildren.
Joe Leykam, Group Manager of Command Center Operations
In addition to his experience and tenure in the IT industry, Joe has obtained multiple degrees including a BS in Chemistry from Southeast Missouri State, a MS in Systems Management from University of Southern California and a BS in Computer Science from University of Nebraska-Omaha. Curtis Lee, Business Process Manager
Curtis has a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration, with a minor in Marketing and an emphasis in Agri-Business from Graceland University in Lamoni, Iowa and he also maintains a Certified Flight Instructor rating for single and multi-engine airplanes. In his spare time, Curtis serves on the local school technology board, is involved in coaching and a board member the local youth programs including football, basketball, and baseball in the community youth programs. Curtis is active in his local church, enjoys spending time with his wife and three children, working on his small farm operation and flying airplanes.
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Ken holds a Degree in Computer Science, which he received in 1976. Since that time he has worked for a number of major corporations, including Mutual of Omaha, Citicorp, First Data Corporation and Cap Gemini America, where he provided information technology strategy and direction. Ken has served as a Director for many local and national non-profit boards, including the American Lung Association, Madonna School, AIM Institute and The Peter Kiewit Institute of Science, Technology and Engineering (IST&E). Ken was also a member of the Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce Leadership Omaha Class 24.
Kim Whittaker is responsible for attracting, developing, and retaining client relationships nationwide. Whittaker has been with First National Technology Solutions since 1996. In her role, she helps identify solutions to meet the technical challenges facing mid-size businesses today. Prior to that, she worked at First National Bank of Omaha and Principal Financial Group.
Chad Zealand joined FNTS in March 2009 and currently serves as Chief Security Officer (CSO) and Group Manager of Network Engineering. As CSO, Chad is involved in reviewing and implementing security policies and procedures for First National Technology Solutions as well as reviewing audit activities related to security topics. In addition to security related items, Chad is also responsible for managing the network architecture, security and operations. Prior to joining First National Technology Solutions, Chad spent 15 years supporting various infrastructures including large international telecommunications and securities trading environments. 
Dan is a Group Manager overseeing the Windows and Storage teams. With over 20 years in the IT Industry, Dan joined First National Technology Solutions (FNTS) in 2005. His extensive knowledge in the technology industry, including Unix Administrator positions, have lead to the development of many successful projects and efficiencies throughout the engineering staff at FNTS. 
Tracy has been in the IT industry for over 25 years, spending the last four and a half at First National Technology Solutions. He currently oversees the management of the Unix, Linux, Midrange (iSeries) and Mainframe teams at FNTS. 
Managing the Command Center Operations at First National Technology Solutions (FNTS) Joe is responsible for one of the most important services, operations and support of FNTS customers. For what “seemed like a good idea” to enter the IT and technology industry, Joe has over 19 years of experience and joined FNTS in 2004. 
Curtis Lee joined the company in 1996 and currently manages the Service Account Management team and Project Managers at First National Technology Solutions as well as overseeing the Business Processes that surround the Customers of First National Technology Solutions. Curtis brings over 20 years of experience in the Information Technology field, including responsibility for production control and support of information systems for a company manufacturing non-nuclear components for nuclear weapons for the Department of Energy. 