A recognized expert with a wide range of technologies, Mr. Orkis joined SYNORAN as chief technology officer in July 2000. In this role, Mr. Orkis provides the direction for SYNORAN's technology efforts. Before joining SYNORAN, Mr. Orkis served as vice president and chief technology officer for Huntington Bank where he served on the executive team that chartered the creation of SYNORAN. This effort included the development of multiple prototypes as well as partner due diligence. Before joining Huntington, Mr. Orkis served as a senior technology consultant to the financial services industry. In addition, Mr. Orkis brings many years of experience in product research and development across multiple industries and technologies to the SYNORAN management team.