W3IT & Mimio Partnership
Chief Executive Officer – Lara Clark
Lara Clark has an established career in the field of education, and has been developing our future, teaching Americas youth the core skills of reading and writing for the last six years. She has helped to lead the way in developing new teaching curriculum and innovative interactive educational material to keep children engaged in the learning process and to maximize their retention of information.
Lara has won numerous awards for her efforts in educating our youth and is currently actively involved in multiple organizations dedicated to enhancing educators’ resources for classroom instruction. Lara taught for 9 years before joining W³IT full time.
As the majority owner of W³IT, Lara Clark is involved in all facets of the day to day operations of the business; however she prefers to primarily handle all back office and financial management of the company. Thanks to Lara’s skill set and experience as an educator, Lara is uniquely positioned to offer expert evaluation of educational classroom technologies.
In addition to W³IT, Lara is also very active in the community. She is the nursery coordinator for her church, the PTO President for her daughter's elementary school, a board member for the Children's Museum of the Brazos Valley, and a graduate of the BCS Chamber of Commerce's Leadership Brazos class of 2015.
Chief Operations Officer – Shawn Clark
Shawn Clark is a dedicated professional who has devoted his expertise to organizing and overseeing high-performance IT, telecom, and technology operations, playing a key role in driving strategic business expansion initiatives for both well-established entities and agile startups. With a background rooted in optimizing technology within healthcare providers and criminal justice correctional facilities, Shawn brings a wealth of experience to the forefront of IT leadership.
In his role as Director of Information Systems at a respected national hospital group, Shawn's proficiency in project management and his grasp of IT and telecom operations management have naturally led him into diverse roles. His skill set ranges from efficiently managing IT and telecom infrastructures to spearheading web and application development initiatives. This versatility allows Shawn to provide valuable insights to organizations seeking a competitive edge on a national scale.
Shawn's entrepreneurial spirit led him to establish and oversee two thriving enterprises, W³IT and VoiceSurge LLC. Under his guidance, these companies have grown into industry leaders, achieving significant milestones within healthcare, correctional, and public sectors. Importantly, Shawn's leadership played a pivotal role in securing Department of Information Resources (DIR) Prime Vendor status with the respected State of Texas, a foundation for continued growth.
Harnessing the potential of this notable status, W³IT and VoiceSurge have assumed crucial roles, providing essential IT infrastructure support services to entities like CSEC (Commission on State Emergency Communications) and TPCN (Texas Poison Control Network). Shawn's dedication to excellence is also evident in the attainment of Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Status with the General Services Administration (GSA), expanding their reach to serve multiple federal detention facilities. This strategic success underscores Shawn's capabilities in both governmental and correctional domains.
Shawn's journey in the VoIP market has been marked by steady success, a testament to his thoughtful insights and methodical execution. This ongoing achievement mirrors his unwavering commitment to guiding businesses towards success in the ever-evolving technology landscape.
Notably, Shawn possesses a deep engagement and expertise in AI technology, seamlessly integrated into his businesses and those of his clients. His proficiency in API utilization further underscores his ability to leverage cutting-edge technologies for streamlined operations and enhanced outcomes.
Characterized by a collaborative and open leadership style, Shawn excels in fostering innovation and practical solutions, making him a dynamic team builder. His broad business experience spans sales, marketing, finance, HR, and engineering operations, further enhancing his ability to lead with agility and foresight.
In essence, Shawn Clark embodies the harmonious blend of technical expertise and strategic insight, consistently propelling organizations towards excellence in the digital era.