Dr. James L. Silvester, AS, BS, MBA, Ph.D.
Executive Director
One Of Several Silvester Guest Appearances
On The MSNBC Show "Your Business"
James L. Silvester is president of Dominion Business Systems, Inc. and Business Experts, Inc., management and financial consulting firms. Previously, Mr. Silvester was president of Business Advisory Systems, Inc., a consulting firm specializing in the development of managerial software systems and consulting services directed to entrepreneurial markets. He also served as vice president of two mortgage companies. Mr. Silvester held a full time position on the faculty of the Harry F. Byrd School of Business located on the campus of Shenandoah University where he instructed courses in entrepreneurship and was active as an independent management consultant to small and medium sized firms. He holds four earned university degrees from accredited institutions including the PhD and maintains a membership in the National Honor Society in Business Administration (Delta Mu Delta) and the National Education Society (Phi Delta Kappa). Mr. Silvester has written two best selling books, HOW TO START, FINANCE, AND OPERATE YOUR OWN BUSINESS and SECRETS OF SUCCESS IN YOUR OWN BUSINESS, with forewords contributed by United States Senator Paul S. Trible. The books, published by Carol Communications of New York City, have been critically acclaimed by the LADIES HOME JOURNAL, ENTREPRENEUR MAGAZINE, BOSTON HERALD, and the RICHMOND TIMES DISPATCH. The works have also been mentioned in FORBES MAGAZINE and VENTURE MAGAZINE as well as other media throughout the western hemisphere. Over 500,000 books have sold. His third book, entitled, 401 QUESTIONS EVERY ENTREPRENEUR SHOULD ASK, published by Career Press of Franklin Lakes, New Jersey has a foreword contributed by Virginia Governor Tim Kaine. Career Press also published his fourth book entitled, 151 QUICK IDEAS FOR START-UP ENTREPRENEURS. In all his books have sold over 500,000 copies globally and translated into five languages. Mr. Silvester is also a popular seminar speaker. The Senate of the State of Maryland passed a resolution honoring his economic development contribution to Western Maryland.
Latest Book Info
151 QUICK IDEAS FOR START-UP ENTREPRENEURS
Career Press, New York City
October 2008
401 QUESTIONS EVERY ENTREPRENEUR SHOULD ASK
Career Press, New York City
October 2006
Foreword Contributed By Governor Of Virginia and Current National Democratic Party Chairman Tim Kaine
HOW TO START, FINANCE, AND OPERATE YOUR OWN BUSINESS
Lyle Stuart, Inc., New Your City.
1984, 1988, 1995, 1996
400,000 Sold In Four Editions And 45 Printings
Foreword Contributed By United States Senator Paul S. Trible Jr.
SECRETS OF SUCCESS IN YOUR OWN BUSINESS
Lyle Stuart, Inc., New Your City
1986, 1987
100,000 Sold In Two Editions
Released In Spanish Edition
Foreword Contributed By United States Senator Paul S. Trible Jr.
Consulting Client Testimonials
"... As a result of Business Experts' efforts and training programs our employee morale and loyalty has vastly improved..." Manufacturing Company
"... We have achieved enhanced cash flows through Business Experts' efforts in developing and refining our internal control systems..." Contracting Company
"... Business Experts have been successful in converting large amounts of debt into equity instruments with dividend payouts tied to a portion of windfall profits over and above return on sales..." Printing Company
"... Our organization is currently operating under many of the policies and methods suggested by Business Experts, and we have found them to be very satisfactory..." Medical Group
"... Business Experts found a buyer for our division and we are very happy with the results of their efforts ..." Tech Company
"... Business Experts found profitable export markets for our products..." Manufacturing Comp
GERALD L. KINZIE, BA, MBA
Director of Education
Dedicated educator with more than 23 years of experience in public education. Seeking to use professional and educational experience to aid in the business discipline for veterans and/or other specific groups, in order for those individuals to be aided in their deserved efforts towards successful integration into American society after their time in service to the United States has been completed.
Education
1984 MBA-Shenandoah University, Winchester, VA
1975 Bachelor of Music Education- Shenandoah College & Conservatory of Music
Pertinent Work History 2006-2019 Retired/Educator with Loudoun County Public Schools, VA
1993-2006 Educator with Frederick County Public Schools, VA
Recent Accomplishments- As an educator with Loudoun County public schools, the ensembles taught all received Superior Ratings From all adjudicators. 19 ensembles
JOSEPH A. Bullock, BS, CPA
Accounting Advisor
Bullock & Associates, P.C. 8/98 - present As of January 1,2018 serves as a part-time Consultant with the firm. Prior to January 1, 2018: President and principalincharge of the firm's management advisory services practice, including business valuation, forensic accounting, fraud detection, and litigation support services prior to January 1, 2018. In charge of firm administration, quality control, human resources, and technology. Experienced in tax, estate, and financial planning and return preparation for individuals, corporations, estates, and trusts. Manage accounting, auditing and MAS services for small and medium sized corporations. Formerly registered as the firms Investment Advisory Representative with the Virginia State Corporation Commission.
BH Defense LLC and Affiliates 11/14 – 12/16 Chief Financial Officer of defense contractor BH Defense, LLC and the affiliated group of companies. As CFO daily management of finance, accounting, tax, administrative functions under the direction of the CEO/Owner.
Costin, Updegrove, Bullock & Combs, P.L.C. 8/86 - 8/98 Partner-in-charge of the firm’s quality control, litigation support, business valuation, and MAS functions. Responsible for firm administration, commercial real estate management, human resources, accounting and auditing, tax planning and preparation.
Arthur H. Fulton, Inc. 8/85 - 8/86 Controller. Gained in depth knowledge of the financial, accounting and tax requirements of a medium sized company. Supervised an accounting and finance staff of ten persons. Member of the company’s executive committee and Board of Directors.
Yount, Hyde and Barbour, P.C. 6/82 - 8/85 Supervising Senior, specializing in individual, partnership and corporate taxation, and accounting and auditing. Supervised staff on audits of colleges, financial institutions, nonprofits, contractors, retailers, and wholesalers. Performed tax and planning services for numerous consolidated entities and their owners.
EDUCATION:
Bachelor of Business Administration, Summa Cum Laude, 1982 James Madison University Harrisonburg, Virginia
CREDENTIALS:
Certified Public Accountant, Commonwealth of Virginia Certified Valuation Analyst, National Association of Valuators and Analysts Member, American Society of Certified Public Accountants Member, Virginia Society of Certified Public Accountants Former Secret Security Clearance – U.S. Department of Defense and NATO Member, Board of Director Member, and Past Treasurer, Purcellville Volunteer Rescue Squad, Inc. Managing Member: 200 Orchard, LLC, Bullock Carpenter Taylor Properties, LLC, Bullock Carpenter Enterprises, LLC, Carpenter Bullock Enterprises, LLC, Church Street Associates, LLC, JL Properties, LLC, Bullock & Silvester Consulting, LLC, Bullock Family Company, LLC, TDJD Consulting, LLC, Hemlock Lane, LLC, Past Member, Purcellville Rotary Club Former Board Member, Piedmont Community Foundation Member, National Association of Valuation Analysts Treasurer and Board of Directors - Purcellville Public Safety Center, Member of Board of Directors, Purcellville Volunteer Rescue Squad, Inc. Formerly registered as a Registered Investment Advisor, Virginia State Corporation Commission Formerly Series 65 Qualified Formerly Qualified as a Mortgage Broker with the Virginia Bureau of Financial Institutions Qualified as an Expert Witness, 20th Circuit Court, Commonwealth of Virginia Qualified as an Expert Witness, 32nd Circuit Court, Commonwealth of Virginia Managing Member, Berkeley Properties of Leesburg, L.L.C. 3/94 - 8/98 Managing Member, Berkeley Investments, L.L.C. 3/94 - 8/98 Former Member Board of Directors, Land Trust of Virginia Former Board Member and Treasurer, Rotary Club of Leesburg – Daybreak Former Board Member and Treasurer, Central Loudoun Basketball League, Inc. Former Board Member and Treasurer, Middleburg Tennis Association Former Board Member and Treasurer, Civitan Club of Winchester Former Board Member and Treasurer, Area 13 Special Olympics Former Advisory Board Member, Loudoun Arts Council, Inc.
Jonathan L. Silvester, AS, BA, JD
Legal Advisor
Mr. Silvester has offices in Winchester, Virginia. He is a graduate of Lord Fairfax Community College, James Madison University, and the Appalachian School of Law.
Julie McLean is a seasoned executive and senior professional having served decades in both the public and private sector in leadership and management roles including CEO of a manufacturing company, President of a management consulting business, Director of Administration for a DOJ agency, Principal Associate of a think tank firm, and Sr Project Manager for an intel consulting firm. She possesses a strong and solid background in senior project, program, and product management, analytics, qualitative analysis, research, writing and editing, documentation, grant and proposal management, development and research, and communications and outreach among the highlights.
Ms. McLean’s past clients and working relationships include but not limited to: U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS), Community Policing Consortium, Police Foundation, Police Executive Research Forum, National Sheriffs' Association, International Association of Chiefs of Police, and National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives, U.S. Attorney’s Offices, Virginia State Attorney’s Offices, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, members of the trade community, local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, former U.S. Congressman, U.S. Department of Commerce, International Monetary Fund, Florida Department of Corrections, Office of the Governor for the State of Florida, D.C. Metropolitan Police Department, Broward County Sheriff’s Office, National Association of Town Watch, APCO Worldwide, among other agencies, corporations, and organizations.
Her educational background includes a bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Master’s Degree in the Administration of Justice, doctoral studies in the Criminology and Criminal Justice, law studies, and graduate work in Public Administration. She has been a lead presenter for the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Community Oriented Policing Services Information Technology Training Conference, and has served as lead trainer for many federal, state, and local program initiatives.