President, CEO and School Director: Steven W. Blume
Mr. Steve Blume holds a Master of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, specialization in power, a Bachelor of Science Degree in EE specialization in Telecommunications and a Post Graduate Minor Degree in Managerial Sciences.  He has over 35 years experience in Telecommunications, Electric Power and Renewable Energy industries.

Executive Vice President: Michael S. Blume

Mr. Michael S. Blume holds a Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering from UCLA.  Michael provides leadership support in operations functions as well as assisting in institution standards.  Michael is instrumental in providing new methods for efficiency, control, student services and technology enhancements for the benefit of both the school and the company.

Telecommunications District Education Executive Director: Sheryl Kinzel

Mrs. Sheryl Kinzel is a recognized industry professional in labor relations, hiring, staffing, career center management and human resources development for over 30 years with at&t.  Sheryl is responsible for overseeing APT’s District Representatives and marketing of telecommunications courses nationwide for key account customers, as well as assists in school and tuition-program compliance.

Executive Director Telecommunications Education: Mark Mellinger

Mr. Mellinger is a 39 year veteran of the telecommunications industry with an extensive background in technology and management.  His experience includes positions as key account executive development leader, mentor and team builder.  Mark oversees the Telecommunications Education Representatives and their Assistants.

Telecommunications Education Representatives and Assistants

  District 1 & 2: Vacant

  District 3: Jeff Self

  District 4: Tom Schatz, Aram Jalili (AJ), Parisa Homara

  District 6 Houston: Mohamad Hishmeh

  District 7: Sheryl Kinzel

  District 9 Northern California: Brian Gonsalves, Henry Baskerville, Marlone Tablante

  District 9 Southern California: Jim Jansma, Keith Stephens, Kingsley Vargas, David Mauberis, Wilson Tan

Telecommunications Instruction Director Support: Art Lowery

Mr. Art Lowery holds several industry certifications in telecommunications technologies, has excellent technical and communications skills and brings over 30 years experience from AT&T central office, network design, data and voice communications technology and management.  Art is dedicated to helping APT instructors lead students to career success.

Telecommunications Instruction Director Support: Deb Cruickshank

Ms. Deb Cruickshank holds several industry certifications in telecommunications “Fast Packet” Data and Voice Communications with emphasis in Wide Area Network planning, design, construction, maintenance and tech support.  Deb has a strong background in course development and is very knowledgeable with several manufactures’ equipment.  Deb assists APT with instructor training and support.  As an instructor, Deb adds real life experiences, practical applications and discussions on emerging technologies.

Electric Power Instruction Director Support: Steve W. Blume [Interim]

This position is responsible for the continuous development of high quality instructors in the electric power and renewable energy industries.

Electric Power Account Executive: Vacant

Operations Manager and Renewable Energy Director: Jeff Fairbanks

Mr. Jeff Fairbanks holds a Bachelors degree from CSU San Marcos with several diverse years of professional experience in management functions and practices.  Jeff provides management support in all APT functions relating to the school operations.

Renewable Energy Director: Jeff Fairbanks

Mr. Jeff Fairbanks holds a Bachelors degree from CSU San Marcos with several diverse years of professional experience in management functions and practices.  Jeff is responsible for APT's renewable energy program.

Technology and Development Control Manager: Allan Dela Cruz

Mr. Allan Dela Cruz holds a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from SDSU, with many years of experience in most of all APT technology applications.  Allan manages and directs all hand-on support for both equipment and computer based lab classes.

School HQ Supervisor and Events Controller: Kristin Alles

Ms. Kristin Alles holds a Bachelors degree from CSU San Marcos, with multiple years of professional experience providing first level supervisory oversight on both office and school functions.  Ms. Alles is the primary point of contact for oversight of all student enrollment programs, school relationships and general event operation functions.

Class Operations Coordinator: Christi Lovett

Ms. Lovett supports the start and ending management of classes.  Her main responsibilities include enrollments, printing course materials, instructor needs and closing out classes.

School Admissions and Registrar: Monica Hofmann

Ms. Monica E. Hofmann holds a Master’s Degree in Human Relations and a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with a minor in Business Law and Public Policy. Monica has been working in higher education since 2000 and joined APT in the Fall of 2009. She is responsible for admissions and records including degree applications, transcripts, industry certifications, course catalog and credit evaluation worksheets.

Financial Affairs: John Schilpp

Mr. John Schilpp holds a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration-Accountancy with several years of corporate controller experience.  John provides primary oversight on APT’s company financials, accounting and Human Resources programs.

Academic Accountant Assistant: Irina Tatarenko

Ms. Irina Tatarenko holds a Bachelors Degree in Economics from CSU San Marcos and has multiple years of experience in general accounting and managing Accounts Receivable/Accounts Payable.  Irina is responsible for maintaining students’ funding. She is the primary point of contact for students’ cancellations, withdrawals, authorizing vouchers, invoicing, and student payments.

Events Coordinator: Jane Hammel

Ms. Jane Hammel holds a Bachelors degree from Virginia Tech with years of experience in different professional environments, enabling her to offer a wide variety of knowledge and training to her position. Ms. Hammel is responsible for scheduling courses, instructors, facilities and travel arrangements.

Instructors: Applied Professional Training, Inc. has several highly qualified industry professionals teaching classes in electric power systems, renewable energy and telecommunications technologies.  They average over 25 years experience, with formal degrees, industry certifications and understand APT's valued corporate philosophies and commitments to our customers.  They teach from a basis of hands-on, real-world knowledge that can’t be equaled by someone with a purely academic background.  Several of APT's instructors frequently make presentations at industry conferences and professional seminars.  Several instructors write technical papers and publish articles for other industry professionals.