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Catapult's Core Values are the foundation of our business philosophy and are woven into every aspect of corporate life including awards, celebrations, performance reviews, and promotions. They are so essential that Catapult Systems will not hire a new employee, regardless of technical ability, unless their personal and professional standards match Catapult's Core Values.
Chief Executive Officer
Sam GoodnerNumber of Employees 74
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NAICS Code Custom Computer Programming Services: 541511
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Catapult Systems Wins Elite Microsoft Worldwide Partner Award
AUSTIN, Texas, June 24 /PRNewswire/ -- Catapult Systems, a leading Microsoft technology consulting firm, announced today it has won the 2009 Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference Award for Custom Development Solutions, Web Development. The company was chosen from an international field of top Microsoft partners for delivering market-leading...
INTERNET: Key Bank Polls Its People On-Line
Financial institutions can't expect customers to speak the truth if their own employees won't. Confidentiality and convenience have always been roadblocks to gaining real feedback on employee and customer satisfaction. Cleveland-based KeyCorp is working on changing that with its increasing use of on-line employee surveys. Since its Key Market...
Catapult systems corp - Brief Article
Catapult Systems Corp. has developed and released a new software package for developing surveys called InquisiteCorporate. The new software is designed to provide everything that an HR department needs to develop, deploy and manage a workforce attitude survey. Designed to specifically help HR professionals to gain insight into the opinions...
StorageTek Taps Inquisite for Online Surveys; Easy-to-use, Enterprise-rugged Survey System Increases Customer Communication, Reduces Costs
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Catapult Communications Announces Global Purchase Agreement With Cisco Systems
Business Editors/High-Tech Writers MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif.--BUSINESS WIRE--July 17, 2000 Catapult Communications (Nasdaq:CATT), a leading provider of advanced software-based test systems to the telecom industry announced the signing of a global purchase agreement with Cisco Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq:CSCO). Although no minimum purchase requirements are specified, the agreement establishes standard...
Griffin Bacal Selects Inquisite for Online Marketing Research Surveys; Prominent Advertising Agency Streamlines, Automates Online Research Panel With Inquisite
Business/Technology Editors AUSTIN, Texas--BUSINESS WIRE--June 20, 2000 Catapult Systems Corp., a premier provider of e-business products and services, today announced that Griffin Bacal has selected the Inquisite survey system for its online marketing research surveys. The company chose Inquisite for its powerful customizable reports, fast time to data,...
Maritz Marketing Research Inc. Selects Inquisite for Customized Research Surveys
Business/Technology Editors AUSTIN, Texas--BUSINESS WIRE--May 23, 2000 Catapult Systems, a premier provider of e-business products and services, today announced that Maritz Marketing Research Inc. has selected Inquisite for one of its customized electronic marketing research survey tools. The largest custom research company in the United States, Maritz...
New York Life Selects Catapult's Inquisite for Customer Satisfaction Surveys
Business/Technology Editors AUSTIN, Texas--BUSINESS WIRE--May 8, 2000 Catapult Systems, a premier provider of e-business products and services, announced today that New York Life has selected Inquisite to survey its IT help desk customers. The New York City-based insurance and annuity company chose Inquisite for its powerful customizable reports,...
Catapult Systems to Spin Off Inquisite Electronic Survey System Business; Inquisite Inc. Launched as Catapult Systems Expands E-Business
Business/Technology Editors AUSTIN, Texas--BUSINESS WIRE--April 24, 2000 Catapult Systems Corp., a premier provider of e-business products and services, today announced it is spinning off its Inquisite electronic survey system business to form a separate company, Inquisite Inc. The decision allows Catapult Systems to leverage the success of Inquisite...
Computerworld Inc. Selects Inquisite for Web Surveys; Inquisite Survey System Handles 'Best Places to Work In IT' Poll, Market Research, Editorial Surveys
Business/Technology Editors AUSTIN, Texas--BUSINESS WIRE--April 11, 2000 Catapult Systems Corp., a premiere provider of e-business products and services, announced today that Computerworld Inc. is using Catapult's flagship product, Inquisite, to conduct research for Computerworld - an information services company for the IT Leader community. Computerworld chose Inquisite because...
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Decision Makers
| Name (plus bio) | Position |
|---|---|
| Sam Goodner | Chief Executive Officer |
| James W. Martin | Vice President of Software Development |
| Mark Grimes | Vice President of Sales and Marketing |
| Mark Jensen | Vice President of Market Development |
| Mike Albe | Vice President, Controller |
| Sue Darrow | Vice President of Human Resources |
| Andrew Montz | General Manager, San Antonio |
| David Fuess | General Manager |
| Liam Collopy | General Manager, Austin |
| Mark Whitmire | General Manager, Houston |
| Terri Burmeister | General Manager, Tampa |
| Joe Stocker | Catapult It Director |
| Emily Villanueva | Sales Manager, Catapult Guards |
| Susie Gravette | Marketing Manager |
| Gary Melara | Senior Management Consultant |
| Shawn Lanham |
Sam Goodner is the Chief Executive Officer for Catapult Systems Inc. Sam fosters the continuing excellence of Catapult's vision, culture and core values. He formulates and manages Catapult's corporate strategy, directs its management team, and builds key business and strategic relationships for the company. Sam founded Catapult Systems in 1993 at the age of 26. Prior to starting Catapult, Sam worked at Service Systems International, where he opened the company's European headquarters in England. He also developed software applications for Dell Computer Corporation's international offices. Sam initially honed his leadership skills and style as a mountain infantry officer in the Swiss Army. He is a graduate of the MIT/Inc Birthing of Giants program and a member of the Austin chapter of the Young Entrepreneurs' Organization (YEO). Sam has been repeatedly recognized for his innovation in leadership, and was an Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year finalist in 1997, 1998, and 1999. Sam holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Texas A&M University.
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Catapult Systems Corporation | Chief Executive Officer | Current |
| Catapult Systems Corporation | Founder | Current |
| Young Presidents' Organization | Board of Directors | Current |
| Young Entrepreneurs' Organization | Member | Current |
| Catapult Systems Corporation | Owner | Former |
| Texas A&M University | Bachelor of Science In Computer Science | Former |
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Inquisite, Inc. | Chairman & Chief Executive Officer | Current |
| Catapult Systems Corporation | Vice President of Software Development | Current |
| Advanced Solutions International, Inc. | Developer | Former |
| Computer Sciences Corporation | Master of Science | Former |
| The University of Texas | Accountant | Former |
| Dell Inc. | Former | |
| Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. | Former | |
| CRM, Inc. | Former | |
| Southwest Texas State University | Master of Science In Computer Sciences | Former |
| The University of Texas | B.B.A. In Finance | Former |
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Catapult Systems Corporation | Vice President of Sales and Marketing | Current |
| The University of Houston | Former |
Mark Jensen is the Vice President of Market Development for Catapult Systems. He is responsible for overseeing Catapult's national expansion and strategic development of new markets. As a part of the leadership team, Mark plays a vital role in developing new markets, industries and geographies while continuing to strengthen Catapult's Microsoft alliance. Mark joins the Catapult team with more than 25 years of IT services experience in executive management, new market expansion, delivery operations and sales. Most recently, he served as the Chief Operating Officer with Software Architects, where he played a pivotal role in architecting company growth from $2.5M to over $100M in annual revenue through organic national expansion. Prior to Software Architects, Mark worked with Keane and Decision Consultants. Mark is an avid golfer and currently resides with his wife, Cathy in Chicago, Illinois.
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Catapult Systems Corporation | Vice President of Market Development | Current |
| Software Architects, Inc. | Coo | Former |
| Decision Consultants, Inc | Former |
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Catapult Systems Corporation | Vice President, Controller | Current |
| Catapult Systems Corporation | Finance Executive | Current |
| Catapult Systems Corporation | Controller | Former |
| PricewaterhouseCoopers | Former | |
| Cooper's Inc. | Former | |
| Texas A&M University | Bachelor of Business Administration In Accounting | Former |
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Catapult Systems Corporation | Vice President of Human Resources | Current |
| Catapult Systems Corporation | Director of Human Resources for Catapult Systems, Inc. | Former |
| Supportkids, Inc. | Director of Human Resources | Former |
| Catapult Systems Corporation | Human Resources Executive | Former |
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Catapult Systems Corporation | General Manager, San Antonio | Current |
| Pennzoil Limited | Current | |
| United Services Automobile Association | Director of Claims Systems | Former |
| The University of Houston | MBA In Finance | Former |
| Texas A&M University | Bachelors of Science In Computer Science | Former |
David Fuess is the General Manager for Catapult Systems' new Dallas office. As an integral part of the management team's strategy to expand into the Dallas market, David is responsible for developing new business, building strategic partnerships and overseeing consulting operations including successful delivery of solutions and engagements. David comes to Catapult with seventeen years of sales and management experience, including a decade of experience in the IT services industry. Previously with Fujitsu Consulting/Born Information Services, David was responsible for sales, operations, consulting and recruiting. He launched Born's Dallas practice in 1997 and built three new practice groups during his tenure there. David was also responsible for driving a 40 percent increase in revenue over three years and establishing Born as one of Microsoft's top partners in the South Central District. David graduated from The University of Tulsa, where he also played football, in 1989 with a B.S. in Business Management. He resides in Dallas, TX with his wife and two children.
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Catapult Systems Corporation | General Manager | Current |
| The University of Tulsa | Former |
Liam Collopy is the General Manager for the Catapult Systems' Austin office. Liam started his career in the technology industry in Houston in 1996 as the Contract Services Branch Manager for the International recruiting firm, Hall Kinion. Liam joined Catapult Systems in 1998 during the height of the technology boom as the Director of Recruiting and handled strategic marketing initiatives as well. Under Liam's leadership, Catapult's recruiting and marketing efforts have been extraordinarily successful. He has been instrumental in shaping and implementing the company's hiring philosophy and promoting Catapult's unique culture, as well as driving revenues through numerous marketing initiatives and campaigns. Liam's contributions to Catapult's growth strategy have been instrumental in Catapult's success, resulting in him recently being named General Manager for the Catapult Systems Austin practice. Prior to his career in recruiting, Liam served in the U.S. Marine Corps for 4 years, after which he attended college at Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas. Liam holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management from Texas A&M University.
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Catapult Systems Corporation | General Manager, Austin | Current |
| Catapult Systems Corporation | Director of Recruiting | Current |
| Texas A&M University | Bachelor of Business Administration In Management | Former |
Mark Whitmire is the General Manager for Catapult Systems' Houston office. In addition to leading business development and consulting operations in Houston, Mark assists in corporate strategy, management activities, and building partnerships. Mark has extensive experience in the management of large-scale, technology-enabled, business change projects. His 21 years of cross-discipline experience in process analysis and design, business strategy, application development, systems integration, and organization change management provide him a rich background for guiding the planning and delivery of Catapult's most complex projects. Prior to his current role, Mark was Vice President of Consulting for BSI Consulting and played an instrumental role in leading the growth of the company into a highly successful systems integration and web solutions firm. Mark led the establishment and operations of offices in Houston, Dallas, Atlanta, and Austin. BSI was recognized on the Inc 500 list as one of the fastest growing privately held companies in the United States. Mark spent the first 11 years of his career with the organization now named Accenture. During this time, he developed his foundation of experience and expertise in leading business transformation projects, working with global companies across multiple industries. Mark is an honors graduate from Baylor University with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree.
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Catapult Systems Corporation | General Manager, Houston | Current |
| Bsi-Consulting | Vice President of Consulting | Former |
| Baylor University | Bachelor of Business Administration Degree. | Former |
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Catapult Systems Corporation | General Manager, Tampa | Current |
| University of Wisconsin-Stout | B.S. In Merchandising and Business Management | Former |
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Catapult Systems Corporation | Catapult It Director | Current |
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Catapult Systems Corporation | Sales Manager, Catapult Guards | Current |
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Catapult Systems Corporation | Marketing Manager | Current |
| BearingPoint, Inc. | Marketing Manager | Former |
| Accenture Ltd. | process consultant | Former |
| Emerson College | MA in Integrated Marketing Communications | Former |
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Catapult Systems Corporation | Senior Management Consultant | Current |
| Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. | Former |
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Catapult Systems Corporation | Current | |
| Operational Technologies Corporation | Director of Operations and Sales | Former |
| Northeastern University | Bachelors Degree | Former |
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