James Rivers

Research & Development
James received his formal training in the Clemson University computer science program. He has spent the last 12 years programming Web applications with database back-ends.  While attending Clemson University, James served as the Webmaster for Clemson University's College of Engineering and Science.  He has taken the lead development role in many commercial projects, such as developing content management, catalog and e-commerce, Internet account-provisioning, and network provisioning systems as well as a Web-based email client.  He is proficient in several languages, including PHP, and his database background includes MySQL.

Charles Carter

Sales & Marketing
 Charles is an honor graduate in Computer Technology from York Technical College in Rock Hill, SC. He moved to Greenville following a project with a major software manufacturer and developed a love for the Upstate. After providing software and hardware solutions for many of the local businesses, he decided to create a solution for the small to medium-sized business and use this network. Charles has a reputation for creating cutting-edge solutions on the working side of technology. Charles' experience in software sales includes leading the sales effort for PurchaseLink Systems, a software product for the purchasing industry.

Ryan Beck

Operations
Ryan started programming while still in grade school, winning several state-level awards for his programming and graphic design by the time he had graduated high school. Ryan served in the Army’s military intelligence core as an Afghan linguist for four years before starting college.  He graduated from Eastern Illinois University with a degree in computer operations management and moved to Chicago to work for a web development company as a designer and programmer where he was able to work with clients such as Dennis Rodman and Gold’s Gym. He returned to the Upstate in 2000 during which time he has worked as a web developer and graphic designer for clients like NuVox Communications, the Greenville Hospital System, and the American Cancer Society.

Michael Beck

Customer Support
Michael has extensive experience working in the field of web design and online application development. He started his career as a freelance web designer in the Asheville, NC area. Most recently he has worked as a systems administrator and programmer for companies based in Greenville, SC.  He is proficient with all Windows operating systems as well as Macintosh and Linux platforms, which enables him to provide excellent customer support for all of Mediasation’s clients. Michael is also proficient in PHP, HTML, JavaScript, Perl and MySQL, bringing his programming expertise to bear in assisting in all areas of the production process. Michael has taken courses in advanced mathematics, science and technology at the University of North Carolina at Asheville and continuously strives to keep up with new technology trends.