Dennis Robinson | Chief Executive Officer
Dennis Robinson has led the XTIVIA management team since 2001. Dennis has more than 25 years of experience with an emphasis on P&L performance, financial management, marketing strategy, strategic business planning and development of information systems and technologies. Prior to joining XTIVIA, Dennis was the co-founder of Sterling Carteret, Inc., located in Colorado Springs, CO, where he held the position of Vice President of Sales. Prior to that, he was Director of Operations of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., in Bentonville, Arkansas. Dennis attended Wichita State University and holds several technical and sales certifications in information technology.
Dennis Robinson
Chief Executive Officer
Dennis Robinson has led the XTIVIA management team since 2001. Dennis has more than 25 years of experience with an emphasis on P&L performance, financial management, marketing strategy, strategic business planning and development of information systems and technologies. Prior to joining XTIVIA, Dennis was the co-founder of Sterling Carteret, Inc., located in Colorado Springs, CO, where he held the position of Vice President of Sales. Prior to that, he was Director of Operations of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., in Bentonville, Arkansas. Dennis attended Wichita State University and holds several technical and sales certifications in information technology.
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