An accomplished corporate executive, serial technology entrepreneur, company advisor, and public speaker, Dean Parker is the founder and CEO of Callis Communications, the leader in unified cloud communication services for Tier 2 markets across the Southeast U.S. Callis Communications is well positioned and recognized by industry experts and peers as the leader in next generation communications for companies throughout the Gulf Coast and is expanding its operations this year. Recognized for his outstanding leadership, entrepreneurial excellence, and distinguished success, Dean was named as a Finalist in the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year 2012 Awards. Additionally, Dean has also been selected for Mobile Bay's 40 Under Forty Award, a Finalist for “Executive of the Year” in the 2012 American Business Awards, and CIT GAP 50 Entrepreneur Finalist. In addition to these achievements and under his executive leadership and compelling influence, Callis has become a reputable and successful enterprise, receiving numerous accolades such as: • "Company of the Year" Finalist in the 2012 American Business Awards • 2011 Mobile Area Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the Year • Inc. 500|5000 company in 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, and 2012 • 2nd fastest growing company in Alabama in 2010 (Inc. Magazine) • First communications company to build and use a next generation IP network for all communications • Co-founder of the Cloud Communications Alliance • Multiple winner of local awards for growth and monthly spotlights in the Chamber of Commerce and Technology Alabama Among his representative influences, Dean currently serves on several boards including Vice Chairman for the IT Network for the Young Presidents' Organization, Director of the Gulf Coast Angel Network, Nations of Coaches (a ministry equipping college basketball coaches to leave a legacy of excellence in their schools), the national Distinguished Young Women organization, and Crossroads World Wide. Dean is also a for