William M. Loving
President, Dedication Technologies
Will Loving has a rich and diverse background in computers and
education. Working as a computer consultant and software developer
since 1989, Will has had a strong interest in science and mathematics
since he was a child. Will's background in education enables him
to observe and really listen to his clients' needs and then imagine
and implement technological solutions that elegantly and powerfully
improve their organizations. Will has been using FileMaker database
products since 1988.
A graduate (1982) of the Evergreen State College in Olympia, WA
with a BA in Education Philosophy, Will has taught classes on
a
wide range of topics in both academic and non-academic settings.
These include: a Quaker
high school; Baker
River School, an experimental boarding school;a school for
boys with learning disabilities; Hurricane Island Outward Bound;
adult career
planning; swing, waltz and contra dance; and, computer training.
Will has been contra-dancing for
27+ years and is now starting to call contra dances.
Over the years, Will has provided pro bono consulting assistance
to a number of organizations (see list)
and is most recently working with the World
Computer Exchange (WCE) to enable technology and internet access
to schools and NGOs in developing nations. He is WCE's Programme
Officer for Zambia, assisting and coordinating with New
Vision for Africa, Rescue
Mission Zambia, and Youth
Spearhead to bring thousands of donated computers to Zambia
(see slide
show). Will is also the founder of the Hooked
On Swing Society of Western Massachusetts. He lives in Amherst,
Massachusetts with his wife Kate, son Noah and two cats.
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