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Mary C. Upshire - "Cathy" is an experienced PC Support Specialist/LAN Administrator. She gained her experience as an IT professional at the Computer Sciences Corporation of Oak Brook, IL and the Chubb Group of Insurance Companies. She is currently President of AQUA Technologies, Inc., a computer services company. AQUA Technologies is a co-sponsor of the Women's Educational Equity Act (WEEA) Program in partnership with the Chicago Public Schools. Ms. Upshire is a resident of Calumet Park and holds a Bachelors of Science degree in Electronic Engineering Technology from DeVry University. Her education and computer experience contributes to her ability to perform at high levels in this demanding and ever changing field. Her strong communication skills, administrative ability and creativity enhance her work and add to her value in the IT industry. Her active involvement in public service is evident through her participation in a variety of community organizations. Cathy Upshire serves as a member of the IT Group at the Cosmopolitan Chamber of Commerce of Chicago and provides technical services for the Emil Jones E-Commerce and Procurement Center. She is also a member of the board for the Gender Equity Fund of the American Association of University Women of Illinois. She also serves as a member of the following committees and organizations: The IT Empowerment for Women and Girls Initiative, the Speakers Bureau for the Gender Equity Fund, the Digital Empowerment Opportunity taskforce which is aimed at bridging the digital divide and the Diversity taskforce for the 7th Congressional District of the State of Illinois. She also serves as a signer for the hearing impaired at the church she attends regularly. Cathy Upshire is currently being trained and certified in Project Management and E-Commerce though an apprenticeship pilot program sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor in partnership with DeVry University and the Cosmopolitan Chamber of Commerce. Her enthusiasm and thirst for excellence are attributes that bring her to the forefront in the computer technology arena.
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