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John Hines is an e-commerce veteran, having operated online retail and wholesale firms, for fourteen years (1996). A large international clientele attests to the success of these online firms.

Over the same period of time, John Hines has also provided technical consulting services for a number of other online businesses and has been involved with extensive development of successful nonprofit multi-user online services.

John Hines has published award winning research with the Southwest Decision Sciences Institute and has recently published a book chapter in an industry handbook encompassing the planning and deployment of dynamic web technologies for the support of e-business. In addition, John Hines has also presented research at numerous national and regional professional conferences.

In order to be successful in any online endeavour, there must be value. That is, there must be something or a series of items that add value to your presence. Of course, we all want our information out there for all to see so we may benefit, but how does the reader, or more specifically, the customer benefit?

The customer benefits from the value you add to your information. The purpose of any Web visitor is self serving. They are visiting for their own benefit, not yours. The real strategy is to learn how to benefit from their purpose. They seek knowledge, or, information about what you have to offer. In turn, you provide the information they seek in exchange for their trust. Trust in your product or service offering.

For this strategy to be successful, you must be an expert on the subject or topic of the information you provide. Others that provide the same type of product or service will, in no doubt, strive to accomplish the same. To build a strong presence on the Web, you must be willing to add the value of your knowledge to your website. As you do, you will become the expert, moreover, the TRUSTED expert in your field. Nothing is more valuable than having the TRUSTED EXPERT in your corner.

As an online business strategist, I can help you achieve this goal. I have the knowledge to help you realize your goals online. If you would like to discuss your goals for online business, feel free to contact me. It is through communication and knowledge transfer that I have become knowledgable in online business development and e-commerce. We can both realize benefit through communication. It is the circle of online business life!

  • Tutoring and Coaching
    • Individuals or groups smaller than five participants
    • Direct study based upon what you are interested in learning
    • Instruction available for all ages
    • In home or on-site
  • Class Instruction – Topic Discussions – Presentations
    • Topics ranging from Web Design, e-commerce & business concepts, technical development, software usage, etc.
    • Available for small groups to large auditorium settings
    • Will travel to a location of your choice
  • Decision Making Assistance
    • Decision assistance for hardware and software purchases
  • PC Repair & Virus Removal
    • Avoid long down time because services rendered on-site
    • On-site repair means that you can see what is being done, and learn it
    • Keep track of your personal data

John Hines is able to save you time and money by on-site problem solving that can prevent you from being productive. John’s experience will help avoid purchasing hardware or software that isn’t necessary. All services can be done on-site with minimal disassembly. All options will be explained and only the most cost-effective solutions will be recommended.

John A. Hines
706 Wirt Street
Paragould Arkansas 72450
1.870.236.4730
jhines@hinesit.com

Education:
  • Master of Science - Information Systems and E-Commerce
    • May 2007 - Dec. 2009 :: Arkansas State University
  • Bachelor of Arts - Computer Science
    • Aug. 2002 - May 2007 :: Arkansas State University
Experience:
  • Independent Contractor :: Paragould, Arkansas, August 2006 - Present
    • Tutor and coach individuals or groups smaller than five in regards to direct study based upon interests.
    • Instruct classes, facilitate discussions, conduct presentations on topics ranging from Web design, e-commerce & e-business concepts, technical development, and software usage.
    • Assist businesses with the decision making process regarding the purchase and implementation of hardware and software.
    • Oversee Software & Web Application Project Management including the complete concept and design.
  • Assorted Positions :: Arkansas State University, Jonesboro, Arkansas 2004-2008
    • Internship - Consulted with faculty and staff concerning the College of Business web presence, future direction, and needs assessment.
    • Lecturer/Instructor - Instructed Microcomputer Applications course (CIT-1503 Sec. 006) under the supervision of the Computer & Information Technology Department Chair (Dr. J. Seydel).
    • Informal Help Session Instructor- Provided assistance in the Department of Computer & Information Technology reinforcement of Visual Basic .NET curriculum classroom.
    • Technology Director - Built a student computer lab, developed the program website, and provided technical support for the McNair Achievement Program and instructed a four part computer proficiency series covering Microsoft Office 2003.
    • Graduate Assistant - Assisted with research activities and classroom related functions.
  • Co-Owner :: Weefcraft Tie-dyed Apparel, Paragould, Arkansas, 1996 - Present
    • Home business manufacturing hand dyed cloth goods. Managing all aspects of the business including sales, taxes, promotion, warehousing and development of primary e-commerce application.
Technical Skill:
  • Web Development/Design:
    • HTML/XHTML/DHTML, AJAX
    • RDF/XML, RDFa, μFs
    • PHP, JavaScript, ASP/ASP.NET, VB.NET
    • Dreamweaver/Photoshop (CS4 & CS3)
    • Database Development (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MSSQL)
  • Computer Literate:
    • MS Windows (All Versions including Server Editions and Seven)
    • MS Office Applications (2003 & 2007 including Macro Development)
    • Internet Applications (Browsers, Chat Protocols)
  • Classroom/Individual Instruction:
    • VB.NET
    • Web Development (PHP/MySQL, ASP.NET, XHTML/HTML, Web 2.0, etc.)
    • Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Systems Analysis & Design
    • Online Project Management
    • E-Commerce/E-Business
  • Miscellaneous:
    • PC Construction, Repair, & Virus Removal
    • Decision Assistance & Consulting
    • Excellent (Award Winning) Research & Technical Writing Skills
    • Excellent interpersonal and team skills
    • Ability to work in a fast paced high stress environment
Publications & Presentations:
  • Linked Data: A New Frontier for Business Communications
    • Thesis presented to the faculty of Arkansas State University, 2009
  • Planning and Deployment of Dynamic Web Technologies for Supporting E-Business
    • Handbook of Computational Intelligence in Manufacturing and Production Management, 2006
  • Confronting the Performance Issues Related to Dynamic Web Technologies
    • 2006 Southwest Decision Sciences Institute 37th Annual Proceedings, 2006
  • Empirical Examination of the Web Browser Wars
    • 8th Annual McNair Scholars Conference Proceedings - University of Tennessee Knoxville, 2006
  • Knowledge Transfer Using Dynamic Web Technologies
    • Arkansas State University Undergraduate Scholars Conference, 2005
Awards:
  • Arkansas State University College of Business Outstanding MSISeC Graduate, Apr. 2010
  • Arkansas State University College of Business Graduate Honors, Dec. 2009
  • Southwest Decision Sciences Outstanding Student Paper Award, Oct. 2006
  • Send mail to:
    • John Hines
      706 Wirt Street
      Paragould, AR 72450
  • Email:
    • jhines@hinesit.com