Edward C. Peirce
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Energetic instructor trainer and sales professional with proven results in education and training in computer
hardware/software: marketing, research, National Association of Security Dealers with certifications and
management experience. Motivated, inspiring, encouraging and empowering employees to a team effort
approach in problem solving. Proven results in analyzing, evaluations and troubleshooting of difficult
marketing obstacles.
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
Marketing / Sales Microsoft Certified Mid-level and upper
Training Advisor Professional management
Academic Advising Deductive Reasoning Public Speaking
NASD series certified Mentoring
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
o NASD ( FINRA )Series 63, Series 6, Series 7, Series 65 (R.I.A.)
o Network Essentials MCSE
o Microsoft Certified Professional
o A+ Certification
o Real Networks Server Certification
PROFESSIONAL HISTORY
Oct 2010 – Apr 2012
TRU-Check for Kentucky Utilities
Field Service Tech
Assure compliance with mandate of new digital electric meters in Kentucky, Virginia and South Carolina.
Install new meters, gather readings, activate and deactivate electric service. Interact in professional manner
with customers. Completed KU & IGE Substation Entry Certification, KU passport training and KU
Electrical Board training.
Average driving 1000 miles per week. 60 hours per week.
Retired 2007-2010
Toured USA cross country on motorcycle. Missionary to Sterling Alaska, Ministry of The Living Stones.
Donated computer Lab and video editing suite to Alaskan students, taught classes, preached the gospel of
Jesus Christ.
Worked closely with Governor Sarah Palin and staff to accomplish logistics barriers from Alaska
to lower 48.
Students accomplished Award Winning family Christian film "48 BELOW" with use of donated
Lab.
2002 – 2007
Mountain State Econometrics
CEO / R.I.A.
Interview clients to determine their current income, expenses, insurance coverage, tax status, financial
objectives, risk tolerance, or other information needed to develop a financial plan. Answer clients'
questions about the purposes and details of financial plans and strategies. Recommend to clients strategies
in cash management, or other areas to help them achieve their financial goals. Analyze financial
information obtained from clients to determine strategies for meeting clients' financial objectives.
Solicited new accounts.
Maintained compliance of all NASD ( FINRA) rules and regulations for managed accounts.
Researched market trends, utilized all strategies of capital appreciation for clients.
Grew company from 300K in 2002 to over 41 million in equity trades by 2007.
Edward C. Peirce
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Advanced Computer Technology College 1995 -2002
Founder/President
Founded ACTC. Developed Hi-Tech curriculum for Dept of College s & Universities of West Virginia.
Instrumental in creating 1st Hi-Tech partnership between Industry leaders such as Microsoft, IBM, CISCO,
Real Networks, and A+ certification with State Education System. Became State's first certified tes ting
center. Hosted WV's first Tele-video State of the State address Gov Cecil Underwood AND Gov. Gaston
Caperton.
Honorably Discharged Veteran
EDUCATION
o Advanced Computer Technology College - Network Certification Cisco
o Fairmont State University -Regents BA
o West Virginia University - CE Finance
o United States Army Leadership School USMAPS
Published
o U.S. News & World Report -May, 1996 "Hope in Appalachia"
o Who's Who West Virginia Business 1998 Featured
o HGTV ( Home & Garden T.V.) Building Character episode #405
o Nominated for BeliefNet Man of the Year 2009
o Very First Hicktown Hero Award 2009( Huffington Post )