 Paul Berger: Technical Director
Paul Berger has been directly involved in the Australian IT industry since the late 1970's.
In 1983 Paul successfully started and later sold Applix, a Sydney-based firm involved primarily in hardware and software development.
Paul can be credited with the design and development of one of the IT industry's first 68000 processor-based computer systems, used extensively through the Australian CSIRO. This development included circuit design, PCB layout, firmware and operating system development, as well as product commercialisation and marketing.
The Applix 1616 (one of the first true 32 bit systems) and its consequent add-on's were truly innovative products at a time when the IBM PC's and Apple II systems were only just emerging in the market.
Paul founded P2 Computing, a component-level IT service and support company established in Sydney in early 1989.
Paul has extensive technical knowledge and experience in the areas of both hardware and software. He also has practical experience in business and management skills having successfully started and operated two companies in the SME IT sector – renowned for rapid growth and equally rapid change.
Paul Berger is the sole designer and developer of the original Job Information Management (Jim – DOS version) in 1990. Paul currently heads the development team of Jim2 (the Windows-based version of the original application).
His experience is clearly evident in the clean architecture and functionality of Jim2. This product is positioned as one of the few business software applications currently able to adapt to the new market demands for true B2B and B2C interaction. |
 John Green: Sales Manager
John is the Jim2 Sales Manager, handling pre and post sales implementation scheduling, project scoping, training schedules and general helpdesk support.
Previously John has held senior financial positions reporting at board level and has attained formal qualifications in accounting, marketing and sales. Since completing his Bachelor of Commerce, John has marketed, implemented and supported various business applications.
John is also a member of the Australian Institute of Management. |
Ernest Jaraminas: Senior Programmer
Ernest is the senior programmer at Happen Business, originally employed to implement the DOS-to-Windows conversion of Jim2 back in 1998. Ernest brings substantial programming experience to the technical team, as well as an extremely efficient and technically excellent coding style. Ernest also has practical business management and financial systems skills gained in Eastern Europe. |
Craig Kirby: Marketing Manager
Craig joined the Happen Team in 2007 and is in charge of all Marketing activities within Happen Business. Direct Mail, Emails, Website, Communications, Design and Collateral Management, Printing, Advertising, Conferences and Internal Marketing requirements.
Previously Craig worked as Marketing Manager for a Multinational Buying Group and has attained a Bachelor Of Commerce in Accounting. Since completing his degree, Craig has been involved mainly in the area of IT, both hardware, software and retailing as well as assisting in the startup of numerous small businesses. |
Duncan Stodart: Software Developer
Duncan joined the Happen Team in October 2003. He has developed systems for the computer, travel and telecommunications industries using a range of technologies, development languages, and formal development methodologies. These systems have been both in-house custom applications and commercial products used around the world. Some are used in high-volume mission-critical situations that require greater than 99.9% uptime.
Duncan has worked with project teams ranging from one or two members to over a hundred. As well as helping Paul and Ernest with development of the core Jim2 Business Engine, Duncan uses his XML and communications experience to deliver high quality B2B and third-party integration solutions.
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Fred Garside: Business Manager
Fred joined Happen Business in 2005 with over 15 years experience in sales and marketing for the IT industry. Fred works with John Green in sales and account management and is responsible for development of business relationships and promoting Jim2 to service based companies including the Office Equipment and Photocopier industry.
During his career Fred has provided solutions to large and small businesses across Australia including Federal and State Governments, Emergency services, Health, Manufacturing, Engineering and Mining/Resource companies. With experience in sales with many enterprise level technologies Fred brings strong account management skills and experience to Happen. |
Brenton McSweyn: Software Developer
Brenton joined the Happen Business team in June 2006, after completing his computer science degree from Wollongong. Brenton with his unique software engineering concepts and software quality management has proven to be invaluable to the Happen team.
Brenton is actively works on the testing of Jim2 and is involved in reporting, scripting and data manipulation, which enables Jim2 to be customised to suit the unique requirements of our clients. This includes reports, stickers and special tools to meet specific needs.
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Ian Dick: Implementation & Training
Ian joined Happen Business after eight years as the owner of a computer training and consulting company. Ian's role is to partner our clients with their Jim2 implementations and training.
Before establishing Cronulla Computer Training in 1996, Ian worked in numerous management positions with Grace Bros., including relational marketing and training. Ian has a thorough knowledge of retail systems, point of sale and inventory control.
Ian is a Certified Level IV Workplace and Assessment Trainer, and has worked with clients both large and small on developing customised training programs and publications. |
Michael Ridland: Sofware Engineer
Michael has over 10 years of IT and engineering experience, he graduated University of Wollongong with Distinction in Computer Science. Michael is a key engineer on our eBusiness suite of products, including our web framework, eBusiness Service, eBusiness Supply, eBusiness Connect, eBusiness Link. He is responsible for most web development at Happen Business, developing on the Happen Business Web Framework. (He helped a lot with this site too! Thanks Mike!) |
Chris Smoother: Implementation & Training
Chris has over 20
years experience in the IT Industry, having covered areas such as
software application development, training, implementation, technical
sales and support. Chris has extensive practical experience in managing
software projects and producing favorable and long term client
relationships. |
Nathan Tegel : Product Manager
Nathan brings a wealth of experience to his role as Product Manager having worked in the IT Industry for over 20 years.
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Adrianna Abbon: Sales & Marketing
Coming from a background of retail, distribution and buying groups, Adriana has extensive experience in sales and marketing.
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Michael Ridland: Sofware Engineer
Michael has over 10 years of IT and engineering
experience, he graduated University of Wollongong with Distinction in
Computer Science. Michael is a key engineer on our eBusiness suite of
products, including our web framework, eBusiness Service, eBusiness
Supply, eBusiness Connect, eBusiness Link. He is responsible for most
web development at Happen Business, developing on the Happen Business
Web Framework. (He helped a lot with this site too! Thanks Mike!) |
Chris Smoother: Implementation & Training
Chris has over 20
years experience in the IT Industry, having covered areas such as
software application development, training, implementation, technical
sales and support. Chris has extensive practical experience in managing
software projects and producing favorable and long term client
relationships. |
Business ManagerPosition Available
Inbound Business Manager position available. Generous remuneration package.
Be part of a vibrant sales team responding to marketing leads generated on a daily basis.
You will be required to demonstrate Jim2 Business Engine to small to medium business all arounf Australia using the latest internet technology. Outbound sales calls will also be required.
Call John Green, Sales Manager, on 02 9570 4696 today to apply. |
Greg Noyes: Support Manager
Greg joins the team as support manager by overseeing the entire support function within Happen Business.
This includes the allocation of support tasks and support documentation.
Before Happen Business, Noyes was IT support/records officer at Lifestyle Designer Homes, implementing document and records management procedures. Noyes brings to the business a different perspective with his prior experience with Jim2.
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Rosalind McCool: Support Team
Rosalind joined the Happen Team in June 2003, bringing over 20 years of experience in accounts and administration, together with first-hand experience of accounting software. As an accounting software user, Rosalind immediately recognized the benefits and unique features offered by Jim2.
As well as taking care of the general accounts and administration at Happen, Rosalind specialises in customer support and training in this area. She is currently completing the Certificate IV Workplace Trainer and Assessor qualification.
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Phil Montgomery: Implementation & Training
Phil's background as a computer programmer, accountant and ERP software implementer stands him in great stead for his role at Happen Business. Phil has over 30 years experience in the accounting software industry. He even remembers the difference between a debit and credit! Handling over 50 accounting installs, Phil excels at change management, training and hardware. He is also in possession of a good sense of humour.
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