Our Leadership

Patrick co-founded Bright Education and is the architect of the proprietary programming tools used to develop many of the company's e-learning courses. His background in artificial intelligence and computer technology, coupled with an early involvement in the Web when he co-created one of the first Web-based auction sites, cause him to be widely regarded today as a new economy visionary and a successful young Internet entrepreneur.
     Before Bright Education, Patrick worked as an Applications Engineer and District Sales Manager for National Instruments Corporation. Patrick earned a BS in Computer Science and Cognitive Science, Summa Cum Laude, from Vanderbilt University.

Jon co-founded Bright Education and is instrumental in directing company operations, guiding product direction, and establishing strategic relationships with investors, customers and suppliers.
     Jon joined Bright Education from National Instruments Corporation, where he was Corporate Counsel. Prior to attending law school, he served four years in the United States Navy as a communications officer. Jon received his BA in History, with distinction, from the Virginia Military Institute and a JD from the University of Texas School of Law.

Larry joined Bright Education at its earlier stages as a website architect and has been instrumental in the design and growth of the company's web presence.  He is currently the senior programmer and manages the company's team of skilled designers.  He also employs his skills as internet strategist.
     Larry has earned degrees in Computer Science and Computing and the Arts from the University of California, San Diego.