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ABOUT TPCUG    Click Here to MEET the BOARD
The PC Users Group of Connecticut (TPCUG) was formed to assist fellow members as well as the general public in becoming and remaining up to date with respect to both hardware and software technology of personal computers. Additionally we hope to increase awareness on the part of the general public with respect to the technical and practical uses of personal computers.

TPCUG of CT's intent is to provide a forum for communication between users of personal computers and manufacturers and vendors of personal computer hardware and software. All members of TPCUG of CT  receive a copy of The Program (our newsletter) each month via e-mail.

Our meetings are open to the public and we encourage non-members to attend as our guest. Members are encouraged to bring guests whenever possible.

The PC Users Group of Connecticut meets at 7:00 P.M., at the Trumbull Public Library on Quality Street in Trumbull, CT.
Any questions about The PC Users Group of CT can be directed to our  President,  John Roy.

TPCUG_CT is a Charter Member of APCUG [Association of Personal Computer User Groups].

TPCUG is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt, non-profit organization

MEET the BOARD

John Roy Picture John Roy: President, APCUG Representative, Mindshare (Microsoft) Representative, Program Chair, Forum Co-Chair, TechSoup Co-Coordinator, Email Co-Monitor

John is a retired electrical engineer where he held technical and management positions associated with the hardware and software design of test systems. He was a founding and active member, including holding various office positions, of the Fairfield County Computer Users Group (FCUG) for 25 years. John is interested in most aspects of computing and fluent in many of the popular software products. He also moderates a CyberRally for owners of Roadtrek motor homes.
Jerry Goldstein Photo Jerry Goldstein: Vice President, Newsletter Editor, Equipment Co-Chair

Jerry has been an attorney since 1988. He welcomes you to his Law Office in Shelton. Jerry resides with his family, dog, and a menagerie of computers and gadgets. He knows enough about computers to get himself in trouble and occasionally back out of it. You can find more information about Jerry at his Law Office web site at  www.attygoldstein.com
Herb Yanowitz picture Herb Yanowitz: Secretary

Herb is a retired Rocket Scientist with a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering. He has used computers as a tool since 1956 and is very interested in Science, Scientific Computing and Photography.    

   
Al Rankell Picture Al Rankell: Treasurer,  Web Master, Email Co-Monitor, Education Chair, Librarian, Publicity Chair, Forum Co-Chair, TechSoup Co-Coordinator

Al is a retired Chemical/Pharmaceutical Engineer and has been a member of TPCUG-CT since 1999. In addition to his interest in web site design, Al is listed in the TPCUG Newsletter Help Key for assisting other members with Microsoft Word. Al has been involved with computers since the "stone age" of Fortan & punch cards. He is also an avid model railroader, serving as the Secretary, N-Scale Chairman, and Web Master of the Boothe Memorial Railway Society in Stratford.

Norm Glover Picture Norm Glover: Membership Chair, Nominating Committee Chair,  Assistant Program Chair, Bi-Laws Co-Chair

Norm was appointed to the board in January 2004 and elected to it in November 2005. He has previously served as Program Chair and has been a member of TPCUG since 1997.

Peter Heneage Picture
Peter Heneage:  Equipment Co-Chair, Bi-Laws Co-Chair

Peter previously served as President in 2002 and Vice President in 2001. He has been interested in computers since 1977. In his "working life" he was involved with the technical aspects of Chemical Instrumentation. He joined TPCUG in March 1999 and was appointed to the board of directors in May 2000. His interests are broad and he enjoys reading science fiction.

Bill Vaniotis Picture Bill Vaniotis: Hospitality Chair

Bill,  a middle school teacher, retired after teaching 38 years in the Fairfield school system. He taught science and math for 20 years and computer science for the last 18 years. He served as liaison for the Science Department and as Team Leader for the Unified Arts Departments. For the past two years, he assisted Joe Netzer with refreshments for TPCUG meetings.
   
Andy Rabinowitz Picture Andy Rabinowitz: Member at Large 

Andy was born and raised in New York City. He has been a Westport resident for 38 year.  He recently retired from Norden Systems after 38 years, having served in various embedded software development and management positions. He holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering. Other interests in order of importance, grandchildren, workshop, model trains and gardening.
Charles Partridge Picture Charles Partridge: Member at Large 

Charles had a 35 year career in industrial engineering and management systems with Procter & Gamble that involved assignments in Chicago, Cincinnati, Brussels, Paris, Newcastle and the London area before retiring from the Richardson Vicks Division in Shelton.  He’s slowly crawling up the personal computer learning curve with a little help from his friends.
Joe Donahue Picture Joe Donahue: Member at Large 

Joe is a 30 year veteran in the Corporate Finance and business development area for private and public companies. Experience in Chinese, Latin American and European markets has created old road warrior with roots and family in Trumbull. He has joined TPCUG to share some unique out of the box perspectives and to bring his young children's energies and friends to the group. You can find more information about Joe at his web site http://www.cbw.com/
  Reinie Lange: Member at Large 

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