Velocity Technology Solutions

We are looking for people who not only have the necessary skills to be successful in a particular role, but more importantly, people that share our values and our passion for service excellence. Whether engaging directly with customers or internally with our team, service is paramount. Velocity is fast paced, so our hiring process is straightforward. It typically involves a first conversation with a recruiter, followed by a phone interview and an onsite interview. Visiting Velocity, you’ll feel the energy when you meet with colleagues who are looking for high bandwidth, team-oriented people accustomed to delivering. We’ll be excited to learn more about your background and personal goals. You can expect to have discussions around specific skills required for a role, in addition to leadership capabilities, goals and general problem solving strategies. You will enjoy the challenge. If all goes well and both parties agree it would be a great match, an offer will be extended and we’ll look forward to joining forces just as soon as you clear our background check. Once you’ve accepted our offer, you will have an individualized onboarding plan for your first day and beyond, to quickly get you up to speed as a successful member of the Velocity team.

Thomas Bruno - President & Chief Executive Officer 

As the President and CEO and a member of the Velocity Board of Directors, Tom Bruno provides day-to-day leadership and is personally involved in Velocity's strategy, product development, financing and M&A activities. Prior to launching Velocity in 2003, Tom was a principal and executive board member of Eisner LLP, where he directed consulting services for the large New York-based accounting firm. During his tenure with Eisner, Tom created numerous business units focused on simplifying the implementation and use of enterprise software. He was responsible for a number of private equity investment transactions which funded several Internet- and technology-oriented start-ups, including FashionMall.com, Titan Technologies, and Cardinal Commerce. Prior to his years with Eisner, Tom ran a software development company which focused on developing applications for real estate and educational institutions. 

Stephen Shippee – Executive Vice President & Chief Strategy Officer 

In his role as Chief Strategy Officer, Steve Shippee orchestrates Velocity’s strategic growth initiatives with a focus on mergers & acquisitions and corporate finance. He joined Velocity in 2005 in the position of Chief Financial Officer. Prior to joining Velocity, Steve served as CFO and COO at Broadway Video Entertainment, a diversified media company owned by Lorne Michaels, the executive producer of Saturday Night Live for nearly 11 years, where Steve led the company's efforts in acquisition and integration of various media assets and operating entities. Following his completion of General Electric’s Financial Management Program, Steve served as manager of operations analysis and business modeling for GE’s $4 billion per-year Consumer Electronics business unit. He has also served as a guest lecturer in finance at Cornell University. Steve earned a bachelor’s degree with distinction in business management and finance from Cornell University. 

Paul Cioni – Senior Vice President, Service Delivery 

Paul Cioni shepherds all aspects of customer service delivery, including facilities and infrastructure, processing environments, network, service deployment, customer service and professional services. Paul has been in the managed application services market for more than fifteen years. Prior to joining Velocity, Paul served as the vice president of application services for NaviSite, Inc. Before that, he was director of sales and service offering management for netASPx, Inc. Paul started his career in technology with Andersen Consulting as a technical architect in the enterprise group. Paul served as an Engineer in the United States Army for five years, which included tours in Central America, Southwest Asia, and providing humanitarian relief during Hurricane Hugo. Paul earned a bachelor’s degree from The United States Military Academy in computer science. 

Bryan Conley – Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer 

Bryan Conley provides overall management of Velocity's financial and administrative operations. Prior to joining Velocity, Bryan was senior vice president of operations at Aspen Insurance Holdings, Ltd group, where he managed the operations and growth of its U.S. insurance platform, including development of its underwriting systems and management information, planning, and reporting capabilities. Bryan’s experience spans leading companies in the media, financial, and technology industries, such as XL Capital, Sony and Broadway Video Entertainment. He has provided executive leadership across the range of financial functions, including accounting services, planning, analysis, acquisitions, and integration. Bryan holds a bachelor’s degree in applied economics and business management from Cornell University and a master of business administration from the S.C. Johnson Graduate School of Business at Cornell University. 

Christopher Heller – Senior Vice President, Legal & General Counsel 

Chris Heller leads Velocity’s legal and governance functions in contracting, mergers & acquisitions, and corporate compliance initiatives. Prior to joining Velocity, Chris was a partner in SNR Denton’s Corporate and Securities Practice Group, where for 14 years, his practice concentrated on private equity, mergers and acquisitions and debt financing. Chris has represented buyers and sellers in billions of dollars of deal volume throughout his career, and he has received numerous professional accolades, including designation as a Chambers-rated attorney. Chris has JD and MBA degrees from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. He earned a bachelor’s degree in finance from the University of Missouri.

Enabling High-Performance Organizations to Achieve Strategic Objectives

"We continually bounce ideas off of Velocity on how to better leverage our investments in Lawson applications and because of their broad and deep experiences, we are always provided excellent guidance and suggestions." 

- County of Roanoke

"Our company has succeeded because our business decisions are based on smart growth with an eye towards the long-view. When it came time to revamp the company's enterprise resource planning technology system the same philosophy held strong." 

- The Weitz Company

"We really needed an outsourcing partner who had a deep knowledge of JD Edwards software, and Velocity had the knowledge to back up their promises. Not only did they clearly understand JD Edwards, but they understood our industry business requirements." 

- IREX Corporation

"The response time and support we get from Velocity is better than we could provide in-house, so that saves everyone time and makes my job a lot easier." 

- Hathaway Dinwiddie Construction Company

"The cost savings were so significant that it allowed us to move to a hosted solution in a Tier 4 data center that includes disaster recovery and business continuity capabilities, which is something that only the largest governmental entities can typically afford." 

- North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG)

"The high availability solution for our JD Edwards EnterpriseOne configuration gives us comfort and reassurance that our enterprise applications will be available in the event of a disaster. That comfort is based upon successful Disaster Recovery testing with Velocity (formerly WTS)." 

- Knife River Corporation

"Velocity demonstrated to us that it is much more than a software host; it's a true partner. The Velocity team's consulting expertise really stood out from other potential providers. They listened to us, stepped up as problem solvers, and delivered first-class client service." 

- ULLICO