Robert Russo has an extensive background in the education field, having spent over 20 years with IBM in systems, marketing and industry management, implementing major development and training programs for advanced computer systems.   His last assignment was director of technology education for Federal executives.  For 16 years after leaving IBM, Mr. Russo served as principal of a multi-divisional global technology firm that specialized in computer support and services, software development and network certification training programs for Novell and Microsoft.  Mr. Russo has been manager of professional space industry training programs for Launchspace, Inc. since 1998.   Mr. Russo holds degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Management Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and is a U.S. Air Force (USAF) veteran.