“I had the pleasure of working with TJ for 2 years. As a manager and leader he can be best described as visionary, empowering, decisive, collaborative and fair. All of which are components that made my time with TJ one of the most rewarding experiences in my career. While I learned a thing or two from TJ it was his ability to listen and take suggestions from those who worked for him that made him especially unique....”

-- Randy Sparks, National Sales Manager, NCI

“TJ was responsible for all online classified products and services (at Belo Interactive). Despite the enormity of TJ's responsibilities, his strong leadership, commitment to excellence, impressive diligence and determination ensured that Belo was incredibly well-positioned; a thought leader (for) online...  he kept a keen sense of humor during even the most pressure-packed situations and was able to maintain focus despite a myriad of distractions and elevate Belo to a leadership position...”

-- Linda Fisk, VP Audience Development, Belo Interactive

"Over the past 15 years I have had the opportunity to know TJ as a service provider, peer, and even once as a potential supervisor. I can say in every role and every interaction he has exceeded my expectations. TJ is adaptive, focused, and results driven. He has the unique skill of taking a varied range on past experiences and adapting those learnings to drive the best end result in the situation at hand."

--Trevor Collins, Advertising Director at Fayetteville Observer (current)

“I worked alongside TJ for 2 years at NCI. TJ was responsible for managing several major websites, each of which was undergoing significant enhancements at the same time. The attention to detail that this required was staggering, though TJ seemed to always have a handle on all aspects of each initiative. At the same time, he was able to keep focused on the big picture.”

-- Cy Caine, VP Strategy and Business Development, NCI

"During your tenure at the company, you've had a significant impact on the direction, execution and quality of our internet strategy.  I've enjoyed watching you take on new challenges and commit yourself to their success. I know that you will devote the same energy to the future challenges in your life."

-- Dan McCarthy, CEO, Network Communications Inc

“TJ is a terrific person to work with for many reasons - he has the ability to understand operations at a very detailed level and balance that with strong strategic thinking. He deeply understands where the company is, where it needs to go, and what needs to be done to make that happen. He has a wonderful demeanor and is able to work with people at all levels of an organization, and he makes work fun!”

-- Shannon Kinney, Lead Consultant, Dir Bus Dev & Mktg, Classified Intelligence

“TJ is a high analytical, ethical, super smart leader who broke new ground at Belo, and drove very significant business results. Well respected by his colleagues, team and partners, TJ is that right combination of really likeable, get things done, hold you accountable, and inspirational collaborator. His special talent is in getting everyone around him to want to do and get more done.”

-- Connie (Ling) Chen, VP, Bus Dev / Sales / Mktg, Morris Digital Works

“In 20 years of management, I have not worked with anyone who more efficiently and effectively could conceive a project and then implement it. TJ epitomizes leadership. People love to work with him because they know their efforts will inevitably produce great results. He is a wonderful, engaging, supportive manager.”

-- Michael Romaner, President, Morris DigitalWorks

“TJ is a a highly effective business manager with exceptional skills in online product strategy and effective decision making. TJ provided the strategic thinking needed for the implementation of creative solutions resulting in tremendous growth in NCI's online business. He has also displayed financial management expertise that is so critical for success.”

-- Krishna Murthy, General Manager EX Squared

“A very talented and forward thinking media professional and executive. TJ stays up on the latest trends and technology, and easily translates them into valuable tools for both the company and consumer. Great communicator and liaison between internal departments and external partners. A great addition and leader to any team!”

-- Stephen Hicks, Online Business Development Manager, NCI

“Sharp and aggressive, and clearly with demonstrated leadership qualities in driving product delivery and digital strategy and program execution, TJ is a driven leader who knows how to get the job done and what is needed to achieve both quality and success that translates into measurable results. TJ was clearly one of the best managers I had the pleasure to work with.”

  -- Eric Gelman, Director Digital Marketing and Analytics, NCI