The S4 Group, Inc.

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The S4 Group, Inc. was founded in 2002 by Steven E. Jones. Steve’s professional experience includes delivering networking and integration services for carriers, networking vendors, and system integration companies in both the government and commercial sectors.

Mr. Jones previously held multiple positions with Johnson Controls, Inc. Controls Group. As Manager, Architecture and Planning, he belonged to both ASHRAE and BACnet International and reviewed BACnet standard Annex J (BACnet/IP) as it was being adopted. As a senior member of their System Integration Services group, he focused on developing enterprise solutions and integrating the Metasys® Building Automation System into customers’ IT environments, network infrastructure, and management platforms.

Steve’s academic achievements include a Masters degree in Computer Science from Stevens Institute of Technology, a Bachelors degree in Computer Science from Rutgers University, and an Associate degree in Computer Science from Penn State.

Steve frequently participates in BACnet PlugFest, responds to partner questions on online forums and discussion groups, submits articles to various BACnet publications, and fills the role of BACnet International marketing committee chair.

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