Manuel W. Lloyd
Founder & Futurist | Manuel W. Lloyd Consulting®
Wilmington, North Carolina Area, UNITED STATES
Helping Organizations Achieve Legislative Compliance & Data Breach Protection Within Their IT Environments
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Biography
Manuel W. Lloyd a USMC Veteran (4 years) with 20+ years of IT Industry & Business Experience.
Since 1992, Manuel W. Lloyd has provide thought leadership, business insights and leading edge thinking to companies such as Emergency Management Division Camp LeJeune, IBM Global Services, Lucent Technologies, Coke, HP, Honeywell, GE Equity, AutoZone Corporate, and others across the globe.
Manuel W. Lloyd is the inventor of GECaBi®, a fast, lean, agile, secure, and hybrid neo-design platform of computer hardware, integrated circuits, communications hardware & software, software protocols, and computer networks for Government, Education, Consumer, and Business integration.
GECaBi® identifies and solves the most critical IT Infrastructure, Connectivity, Mobility, Performance, Reliability, Business Continuity, and Security problems by using patent-pending technology involving the integration of government, education, consumer, and business networks.
Industry Expertise (8)
Computer/Network Security
Telecommunications
IT Services/Consulting
Management Consulting
Information Technology and Services
Internet
Health Care - Services
Banking
Areas of Expertise (9)
Cloud Computing
Strategic Planning
Governance Issues
Education and Technologies (Icts)
It Compliance
It Consulting
It Audit
Security & Technology
Itil
Accomplishments (2)
Top Security Category 1 Certification (professional)
1996-01-01
* Camp David Top Secret Security/Intelligence to Pres. Ronald Reagan * 8th & I Top Secret Security & Intel to Commandant of The USMC * Provided Top Secret Collaboration with CIA, FBI, & Secret Service * Provided Top Secret Risk Management for Data, Intel, & Security
Board Of Information Technology Advisors (professional)
2011-12-01
Miller Motte Business College
Education (7)
Exin: ITIL, Information Technology Service Management & Service Delivery
Learning Tree International: Cisco Routing, Information Technology: Cisco
Learning Tree International: Advanced Oracle Database Administration, Information Technology: Oracle Databases
Learning Tree International: MS SQL Administration, Information Technology: SQL Server Administration
Learning Tree International: Windows Servers, Information Technology: Advanced Windows Administration
Learning Tree International: Microsoft System Center (Formerly SMS), Information Technology: Advanced System Management
Learning Tree International: Advanced TPC/IP, Information Technology: TCP/IP
Affiliations (1)
- ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) itSMF (Information Technology Service Management Forum)
Links (2)
Languages (1)
- English
Testimonials (6)
Michael Siggins, VP & Publisher | ChannelPro
"Manny is often our go-to resource for IT channel and business expertise. Whether he is serving as an expert source for an article or on stage at one of our live events, we know that he will deliver expert opinion in an engaging, entertaining and a thoroughly credible way. Manny makes our job easy!"
Bob Huth, CEO | Holiday Delta, Inc. dba Domions Pizza
“I have known Manuel W. Lloyd for almost twenty years and have used him as a Technology counselor, for all of those years. My company has always found itself ahead of the curve and ahead of my competitors with Manuel’s guidance and recommendations. I have found them to have the highest regard for integrity, ethical dealings, and morality. I highly recommend Manny as an associate or business partner. His company is very capable and highly knowledgeable. They provide expert advice, risk management and planning, they manage the IT needs of our staff, they secure our systems 24x7x365, & provide mitigation in all other areas of our critical IT needs. My business has over 300 computers in operation at any given time, day or night and weekends and Manuel W. Lloyd Consulting® keeps it running. Manuel "Manny" is a rare individual and I, having had dealings with him, his wife of 20 years, their 8 beautiful children, and his company for some 20 years, without hesitation, highly recommend them."
Chris Weber, Managing Partner | Casaba Security
"If you want someone who understands technology and its end-to-end place in business, Manuel's your guy. He's always had three traits that are rarely found together in any one person - passion, vision, and sincerity. Manuel takes good care of his employees, and naturally makes you feel challenged and empowered. As a client, Manuel's attention always puts you first, he listens, and ensures you’re comfortable and in-the-know about every important decision. Excellent manager of things people and process.”
Jon T. Vincent, CEO | JTV Management
“Please be advised that Manny Lloyd has provided services for my firm for many years. We are very happy with his services and recommend him to others. Manny is very knowledgeable about technology hardware, networks, web pages and programming. I consider him an expert in his field and a man of upmost character.”
Spence Hackney, President | Proclaim Interactive
“We hired Manny to review our email architecture… and make some recommendations for improving performance. He had a deep level of understanding of the subject matter and was also able to see the big picture of how it integrated with our overall business strategy. He was frank with his recommendations and helped guide us down the path to the right decision! We'd certainly use him again!”
Steve Kelley, CEO | Arganteal Corporation
“Manuel W. Lloyd Consulting® helped our firm with Microsoft Lync Enterprise deployment technology earlier this year. Our requirements were a bit out of the ordinary and we have been very happy with their services and have retained them for an ongoing engagement. They are very capable with all the practical issues of making production applications work and have provided us with some key insights. I would consider them experts in this field. They have also been professional and considerate of budget in all their dealings with Arganteal.”
Media Appearances (7)
ChannelPro SMB Forum
ChannelPro print
2014-09-10
Secrets to Making Money in the Cloud We all know margins in the cloud can be thin, but that doesn't mean there isn't serious money to be made selling cloud services. In this fast-paced session, our panel of channel pros and cloud computing experts will discuss new opportunities like desktop as a service and the most effective techniques for growing revenue and profits by selling the right cloud services to the right people.
The End Arrives For Windows XP
ChannelPro online
2014-10-08
With the end of support for the OS released nearly 13 years ago, it’s time to consider what that really means for you and your clients. By Megan Santosus
Competing With The Cloud
ChannelPro Magazine print
2014-01-01
As a model of computing, the cloud certainly promises a lot of benefits that are hard to beat. Fast and easy deployment of applications, reduced capital expenses, and payment based on usage are among the top reasons proponents say that cloud services will transform the IT industry. Yet there are still channel partners that aren't buying the cloud's positive message. For many of these partners, the cloud represents yet another competitor that threatens to erode their margins and lure away long-standing clients. To counter the cloud's considerable pull, channel partners should not bury their heads in the sand or deny that the cloud has any merits outright. Instead, channel partners need to play to their strengths to effectively go head-to-head against cloud services. Cementing personal relationships with clients, emphasizing a client's individual business needs, and yes, even offering up cloud services via a hybrid model, can enable channel partners to profitably coexist alongside cloud service providers.
Smartphone diagnostics, troubleshooting go remote
TechTarget online
2007-07-11
Smartphones have long been left out of the remote control support space, but LogMeIn recently unveiled a way to troubleshoot and diagnose device problems remotely.
A Windfall For Outsourced IT: Land Customers & Increase Profits
PCMag/LogMeIn.com online
2007-04-03
Join us for a live PCMagCast, and listen in as outsourced IT provider Manuel W. Lloyd Consulting® CEO and founder, Manuel Lloyd, divulges the formulas his fast-growing company uses to successfully land customers and boost revenue – all techniques that you can apply in just hours, not weeks or months, such as: The benefits of "instant gratification" for your customers (and toyour bottom line) Formulas that "wow" customers every time (a.k.a, referrals,retention, renewals) What a superior customer experience really means (think you know already? You may be surprised.) A twist that ensures YOU get the call when support is needed(seriously edge out the competition) Whether you're an outsourced IT provider, part of an in-house IT staff, or are a software vendor that needs to support your product remotely, you'll leave with business building tips that help drive profits. This free, interactive PCMagCast will include audience Q&A – so join us for the live broadcast for an opportunity to get your most pressing questions answered. Moderated by Frank Derfler, veteran editor for PC Magazine, joined by IT services provider Geeks In a Flash®, and sponsored by LogMeIn, Inc., this webcast will arm you with a real-world approach for growing your IT services business.
How-To Guide For Partnering With Peers
ChannelPro print
2015-01-01
Best-practices advice on creating, maintaining, and deepening mutually beneficial relationships with other IT Pros By Carolyn Heinze.
The Key To Landing & Keeping Big Clients
ChannelPro print
2015-01-01
Landing The Big Fish, bagging the elephant, or whatever you want to call it - what channel pro with a small IT shop hasn't thought about landing a big client (or two) that would send total billings through the roof? That's assuming, of course, that once that big account is on the hook, it stays there...
Event Appearances (3)
Combating Cybercrime On A Non-Profit's Budget
NCAVA 41st Annual Conference Hilton Riverside, Wilmington, nC
2015-05-15
Secrets To Making Money In The Cloud
ChannelPro SMB Forum Boston, MA
2014-09-10
Using Single Pane Of Glass Integration For Managed Service Providers
Max/2014 Orlando Florida (Flight Schedule Caused Me To Cancel)
2014-10-10
Sample Talks (1)
Achieving Legislative Compliance
For organizations needing to achieve IT compliance and governance under Sarbanes-Oxley (Sarbox), Gramm-Leach-Billey (GLBA) and The New Capital Accord (Basel II), Federal Food & Drug 21-CFR-11(21-CFR-11), Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI-DSS), Notification of Risk to Personal Data Act (NORPDA – US 2003), European Data Protection Directive (EUDP), The Health Information Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA), Personal Information Protection & Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
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- Keynote
- Panelist
- Corporate Training
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Patents (1)
GECaBi® (Pantent-Pending)
61/890,628
2014-10-14
GECaBi® is a fast, lean, agile, secure, and hybrid anti-breachware neo-design platform of computer hardware, integrated circuits, communications hardware & software, software protocols, and computer networks for Government, Education, Consumer, and Business integration.
Articles (5)
The Key To Landing & Keeping Big Clients
ChannelPro2015-01-01
Landing The Big Fish, bagging the elephant, or whatever you want to call it - what channel pro with a small IT shop hasn't thought about landing a big client (or two) that would send total billings through the roof? That's assuming, of course, that once that big account is on the hook, it stays there...
How-To Guide For Partnering With Peers
ChannelPro2015-01-01
Best-practices advice on creating, maintaining, and deepening mutually beneficial relationships with other IT Pros By Carolyn Heinze.
Smartphone diagnostics, troubleshooting go remote
TechTarget2007-07-11
Smartphones have long been left out of the remote control support space, but LogMeIn recently unveiled a way to troubleshoot and diagnose device problems remotely.
Competing With The Cloud
ChannelPro2014-01-01
As a model of computing, the cloud certainly promises a lot of benefits that are hard to beat. Fast and easy deployment of applications, reduced capital expenses, and payment based on usage are among the top reasons proponents say that cloud services will transform the IT industry. Yet there are still channel partners that aren't buying the cloud's positive message. For many of these partners, the cloud represents yet another competitor that threatens to erode their margins and lure away long-standing clients. To counter the cloud's considerable pull, channel partners should not bury their heads in the sand or deny that the cloud has any merits outright. Instead, channel partners need to play to their strengths to effectively go head-to-head against cloud services. Cementing personal relationships with clients, emphasizing a client's individual business needs, and yes, even offering up cloud services via a hybrid model, can enable channel partners to profitably coexist alongside cloud service providers.
The End Arrives For Windows XP
ChannelPro2014-10-08
With the end of support for the OS released nearly 13 years ago, it’s time to consider what that really means for you and your clients. By Megan Santosus
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