Eric Pitcher Joins Teq as VP of Software and Services

Huntington, NY, July 29, 2014 – Teq, the leading educational technology and professional development firm, today announced that Eric Pitcher has joined the company as Vice President of Software and Services. Mr. Pitcher has extensive experience in software development and program management, with more than 17 years at CA (Computer Associates) in senior software management roles.

" Eric has an impressive background that combines deep experience in software with product management,” said Chris Hickey, President, Teq. “We’re thrilled to have him join the team, to lead the expansion of our software and services offerings across North America.”

An experienced software executive, Mr. Pitcher most recently served at Vice President/Senior Advisor Engineering Program Management and Chief of Staff for CA, where he managed a cross-organizational team, representing 2,500 developers. Prior to that, he was Chief of Staff, Enterprise Management Development at CA.  Mr. Pitcher has also served at CA as Vice President Technology, Strategy and Vice President of Product Management.  He started his career renting computers and cell phones in the mid 1980s, during his college years. He then went on to co-build and run the distributed systems portion of the data center for Universal Studios Florida. At Universal Studios, he worked on everything from Windows, Netware and Linux to the visitor turn styles, ticketing, and even the ET ride.

He holds a B.S. in Business Administration from University of Central Florida, and an MBA from Dowling College.  

Dedicated to championing the evolution of the modern classroom, Teq has provided solutions to improve student learning since 1972.  Its professional development team of more than 23 education professionals works closely to empower educators, leverage and improve technology integration, and increase student achievement and success in the Common Core curriculum.  Teq provides clients with a unique blend of experienced service, innovative products, and incomparable support while fostering passion and creativity in the twenty-first century learning environment.

Contact Information

Lisa Hendrickson

President

LCH Communications

(1) (516) 767-8390

lisa@LCHcommunications.com