Meet Team 3D: Tom Boyd, Project Manager

As 3D’s Project Manager, Tom Boyd is among the most famous of 3D’s employees, working closely with 3D’s clients to make major improvements to their networks and thereby major improvements to their businesses. 3D’s Marketing Manager, Gail, conducted the following interview with Tom to share with the rest of the world how much of a superstar (and perhaps even a superhero) he is as a person as well as a 3D employee.

1. [Gail] So Tom, how long have you been working at 3D, and what brought you to this wonderful place?

[Tom] I've been with 3D for coming on seven years. When I came to 3D, I had just finished my degree and was looking to get into Network Engineering. I had been told by several colleagues that 3D was the best place to go and pursue my career choice. I interviewed with our CEO, Dave Koshinz, and the rest is history.

2. “Project Manager” is kind of a generic job title. What kind of projects do you manage at 3D?

The projects I manage for 3D are usually focused on deploying new IT infrastructure or enhancing existing infrastructure for our clients. This may involve doing the project directly or overseeing a team of our great engineers who do the deployment. It is also my responsibility to review and approve the proposals for these projects and do network assessments before projects to ensure we are fulfilling our client’s business needs.

3. I heard you served in the US Marine Corps. What was that experience like for you, and how does it relate to the work you do today?

It was the most challenging and satisfying experience I have had in my life. It relates not just to the work I do today but in my personal life as well. The Marine Corps sets a basis for personal good conduct that stays with the Marine for the rest of their life. This is why a Marine is forever a Marine.

4. What is your favorite thing about working for 3D, besides seeing my beautiful face every day?

My favorite thing about working for 3D is our exceptional staff. I love working with our dedicated, caring and talented employees. We have created an exceptional culture that I feel privileged to be a part of.

5. What do you consider to be your greatest accomplishment, either at 3D, elsewhere, or both?

Graduating from the United States Marine Corps basic training has always felt like my greatest accomplishment. It was the most difficult and challenging task I have ever done in my life. Working in IT, however, provides a new challenge to overcome every day. There's always a new problem that provides a sense of accomplishment when those problems are solved. Solving problems is one of the primary reasons I enjoy working in IT. At 3D, we have a very fast paced environment with new challenges everyday, which keeps me going.

6. Finally, what do you like to do outside of work? I kind of get a ‘party animal’ vibe from you…

I wouldn't consider myself a party animal, but I do enjoy letting go from time to time if I have great company to do it with. I enjoy eating good food, drinking good wines and microbrew beers. I love to read both non-fiction and fiction. I enjoy working and playing with my German Shepherd, Akiva. I also love getting out into nature and going camping and hiking when our weather allows for it. I enjoy movies: sci-fi and dramas mostly. Certainly best for last: I enjoy spending time with my wonderful fiancée Hilary.

[Gail] Well Tom, thank you for your service to our country as well as sharing details about yourself and your experience as 3D’s Project Manager. You’re an amazing person and co-worker!

3D is happy to have Tom as a member of our team and is always looking for talented individuals like him to join. To find out more about how to become part of the 3D team, visit the Careers page of our website at http://www.3dcorp.us/careers.html.