Joseph Phillips, PMP, Project+, is a leader in the project management discipline and has contributed as an author or editor to more than 30 books on technology, careers, and project management. As a Certified Technical Trainer, Phillips has instructed over 10,000 professionals on project management best practices.

Larry Karnis has been a Computer Systems Analyst, Consultant and Trainer for mid-size to Fortune 500 businesses, government organizations and professional services firms for over 25 years. He has been a VMware Certified Instructor since 2004 and has written over 9 publications specifically on VMware vSphere.

Mark Minasi is a best-selling author, popular technology columnist, commentator, keynote speaker, and IT consultant. Mark is probably best known for his Mastering Windows Server and Complete PC Upgrade and Maintenance Guide books, both of which have seen more than 12 editions and sold over a million copies.