The management team at Large Software® has worked in the trenches of some of the largest, most prominent software companies in the world. Many have even tried their hand at the scrappiest of startups. Regardless of previous backgrounds, there is one thing that everyone at Large has in common – a passion for doing things right. Working together, this winning team of creative designers and technologists delivers extraordinary software solutions to easily improve PC performance for our customers. Left brain and right brain. Yin and Yang. You get the point. The team is excited to embark on this new adventure and they are putting everything into their work.
Nick Forcier, CEO
Nick Forcier is chief executive officer of Large Software. Forcier has led Large Software quickly to profitability, rapidly growing Large Software from a small startup to a globally recognized player in the software market. He cultivated the company by focusing on smart and simple software solutions, establishing relationships with key technology partners, and targeting domestic and international markets. Nick is frequently interviewed for both Radio, News publications and Books on topics surrounding PC Optimization, and Security, including; CIO Today, Denver Post, WS Radio, The Examiner, NPR Radio, NPR Print, Small Biz Trends, Red Orbit, IT Security Journal, All Business a D&B Company, IT News, Just Tech’n, Technically Speaking Radio, Yahoo, PC World, The Street, Newsfactor Networks, TipAdept, and New World Radio. Also featured in the book “The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Greening Your Business”. Prior to Large Software, Forcier was director of business development and ran the enterprise department at Anonymizer where he developed and executed new consumer sales channels and doubled the company’s fledgling enterprise division, in less than a year. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Marketing from San Diego State University.
Tara Heiser, VP Marketing
As vice president of marketing, Tara Heiser is responsible for Large Software’s marketing strategy including branding, product marketing, public relations, and customer acquisition. Heiser brings extensive marketing experience to Large from her twelve years in the high tech industry. Prior to joining Large Software, Heiser held marketing management positions with Proxima, InFocus, Iomega, and Anonymizer. Most recently, Heiser co-founded and continues to manage Radiant Ideas, a world-friendly gift and décor web store. Heiser holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing from Western Michigan University.
Kelly Knutson, VP of Sales
Kelly Knutson is Vice President of Sales at Large Software. Kelly is a new addition to the team where he brings a wealth of business development and sales expertise. His role is to target global strategic alliances and acquire new sales channels for the company. Prior to joining Large Software, Kelly honed his software and sales acumen from Digital River, Inc., where he was responsible for new acquisitions and implementing profitable partner marketing relationships. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Marketing and Psychology from Concordia College, Moorhead Minnesota.
Kim Butler, VP Alternative Marketing
Kim Butler is the most recent addition to Large Software’s executive team as vice president of alternative marketing. Leveraging his broad range of web experience, Butler spearheads unconventional marketing platforms such as YouTube, social networks, and more. Prior to Large Software, he developed web sites for destination marketing organizations as an Internet business development manager. Butler has also consulted with several small companies to improve their web site design and search engine optimization programs. In addition, Butler taught technology-related courses for the University of California San Diego Extension program.
Edwin Barry, Chief Entertainment Officer
Edwin Barry serves as the chief entertainment officer for Large Software. With his extensive background in the comedic arena, Barry conceptualizes and develops the company’s alternative video ads employing several of Ed Bassmaster’s quirky characters. With over a decade of experience as an actor and comedian, Barry continues to create new Bassmaster characters and has garnered over ten million Internet video views. Previously, he performed stand-up and sketch comedy in New York and Philadelphia. Barry was also an ad writer for Philadelphia radio station, Oldies 98.