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Capsicum Group, LLC, is a technology and consulting company devoted to helping businesses improve operations and successfully complete technology-related projects. We combine business and technology insights to make the most of your investments. Capsicum Group has been at the forefront of technology consulting to the legal community and its clients with its practice focused on various disciplines including: digital forensics, data recovery, electronic discovery, disaster planning and business continuity, regulatory compliance, privacy and security, risk management and technology delivery. The leaders of Capsicum Group have a wealth of experience in managerial and executive positions for leading technology-related companies.
Samuel (Sandy) Goldstein - President & Founder of Capsicum Group, LLC Sandy Goldstein provides clients with a business perspective on technology related matters. He performs services including digital forensics, investigations, outsourcing, privacy, project assurance, regulatory compliance, security, testimony and technology management. Sandy has published articles and given presentations on e-Discovery and computer forensics, emerging technologies and strategies, software development, and process engineering. Prior to starting Capsicum Group, Sandy served as Senior Vice President and CIO at the largest retail distributor of industrial goods and gases in North America with 8,000 employees, 700 locations and 750,000 customers. He also worked for nearly twelve years in public accounting, where his last position was as Worldwide Practice Leader responsible for HR Systems, PeopleSoft and ERP Consulting practices. He recieved a bachelor's degree in computer science in 1981 and an MBA in computer information systems in 1984 from the University of Miami, where he continues to serve as member of its President's Council and business plan competition.
Dmitry Akselrod
Dmitry Akselrod heads Capsicum’s information security, data recovery and technology practices. He performs investigations in response to security breaches, provides expert reports, and recommends remediation steps to prevent repeated security intrusions. He conducts security audits, specializing in penetration testing and security best practices according to ISO 17999 Standards and other regulatory requirements. Dmitry performs tape-restoration, damaged media recovery, and electronic discovery as well as technology support focusing on network technology, such as thin-clients and remote access. Prior to working at Capsicum, Dmitry served as Manager of Information Systems where he organized the company's network, evaluated and fulfilled the firm's technology requirements, and developed custom software and services. Dmitry attended the University of Louisville. He holds Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer, Security (MCSE:Security), and Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) certifications.
Gerald M. Blaesing
Gerald M. Blaesing provides clients with a business perspective on technology matters. With more than 25 years of experience working as a consultant followed by a position as senior executive for KPMG Peat Marwick/Bearing Point Inc., Gerald has worked with many of the world’s leading companies in several areas of the enterprise through the implementation of applications and technology. Gerald assists clients with the following: technology strategies and development, outsourcing services, compliance consulting, negotiation services, business assessment, aggregation strategies, support strategies, and vendor selection. Also, Gerald gives clients assistance with technology support and consulting, digital forensics, HIPAA and regulatory compliance, due diligence, and process engineering. Gerald graduated from Northern Illinois University in December of 1981 with a B.A. in Computer Science and a B.S. in Marketing.
Brian J. Halpin
Brian J. Halpin heads Capsicum's digital forensics practice. He is a former Special Agent for the FBI and Computer Analysis Response Team (CART). Brian has over 15 years of law enforcement, legal and investigative experience. He has conducted forensics examinations for cases involving terrorism, espionage, computer crimes, public corruption, and white-collar crime. He was assigned a number of internet/computer investigations regarding national security and conducted sensitive interviews at the White House – Offices of the US Vice President, US Senate, the Department of Energy, the Federal Trade Commission, the US State Department, the National Reconnaissance Office, and the CIA. Brian's international experience includes the bombing in Kenya and the World Trade Center/ Pentagon investigation of September 11, 2001. Prior to joining Capsicum Group, Brian served as a Computer Forensics Specialist at Kroll Ontrack, Inc., where he provided digital forensics, investigative, project management, testimony and investigative support. Brian received his B.A. in Business Administration from Seton Hall University in 1989 and a J.D. from Temple University School of Law in 1992. He earned a CFCE certification from the International Association for Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS) and an EnCE certification from Guidance Software (EnCase). Brian is also a member of the following: International Association for Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS), High Technology Crime Investigator’s Association – Northeast Chapter (HTCIA), and Society of Former Special Agents of the FBI.
Michael W. Krueger
Michael Krueger is a senior consultant for Capsicum Group, LLC specializing in litigation support. In this role, he consults with attorneys and clients in all phases of discovery of electronically stored information (ESI). Michael has managed numerous complex document reviews from a perspective of forensics and paper acquisition, project management, database design, transcript management and trial consultation. Prior to joining Capsicum, Micheal spent 12 years as a Litigation Support Manager for Duane Morris and before that, Cozen O' Connor. Michael is a member of the International Legal Technology Association (ILTA) and the current President of the Philadelphia Association of Litigation Support Professionals (PALSP). Before entering the legal technology industry, he was a professional opera singer for 15 years and is a graduate of Indiana University (BM and MM, Music).
Joe Mendel
Joe Mendel leads the Business Development team for Capsicum Group, LLC and is responsible for account management for new and existing clients. For the last five years, Joe ran business development in the New York market for a legal technology company which specializes in electronic technology and discovery. Prior to entering the legal technology industry, Joe ran track and field professionally. Joe holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Connecticut.
Garry Pate
Garry A. Pate is a Senior Forensic Consultant at Capsicum Group, LLC. Garry's primary responsibility is to manage and conduct digital forensics, data recovery and EDiscovery examinations. He also coordinates sales and marketing primarily in Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia. For the past six years he served as an IT Forensic Analyst at the US Securities and Exchange Commission's Division of Enforcement. Garry has over 10 years of federal government experience conducting digital media examinations for cases involving fraud, computer crimes and child pornography. Garry has developed forensic laboratory standard operating policies and procedures and managed agency budgets to evaluate and purchase computer forensic hardware and software. He has also served as an intructor in computer forensics and litigation support at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Garry recieved his Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Maryland at College Park and a Master's degree in Information Technology from American University.
Jason Rappoport
Jason Rappoport, a senior consultant at Capsicum Group, with over 200 computer forensic cases, is responsible for various projects, software development teams, disaster recovery, and technology implementation. With his experience in a variety of hardware and software environments, Jason facilitates services to Capsicum’s clients including HIPAA Compliance Audits, network infrastructure design, management of sophisticated technology, disaster recovery planning, network penetration & security audits, anti-virus & anti-attack planning, digital forensics & data recovery, database design & management and MIS reporting. His professional organizations and certifications include: CCE (Certified Computer Examiner), HTCIA (High Technology Crime Investigation Association), IISFA (International Information Systems Forensics Association). Jason was also involved in serving as the Director of Information Services, managing web farms, and networking for both internal and multiple national locations. He received his BA in Business Administration from Franklin & Marshall College, and also studied at Penn State University & Trinity School in NYC.
Brian Rosenthal
Brian Rosenthal is a consultant for Capsicum Group, LLC with five years of experience in the field. He works out of Capsicum's New York City office and is responsible for conducting computer forensics, data recovery and eDiscovery investigations. Brian has extensive experience and training in forensics examinations and has been certified by Guidance Software (EnCE). Brian also currently holds a CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) certification. He has provided expert testimony and routinely provides consulting advice to the legal community, private investigative and risk assessment firms. Brian recieved his bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Rutgers College and has a graduate level Certificate in Computer Security and Forensic Administration from Fairleigh Dickinson University.
Erik A. Venema
Erik Venema is a Senior Forensic Consultant at Capsicum Group, LLC. He is a retired police officer with over 17 years of experience in criminal investigation, crime scene processing, and supervision. Prior to joining Capsicum Group, Erik served as a Computer Forensics Engineer at Kroll Ontrack, Inc. where he was the Forensic Lab Administrator for their New Jersey office providing digital forensics, project management, expert testimony and investigative support. Erik has performed forensic examinations for many high-profile criminal (homicide) and missing persons cases for various law enforcement agencies that include District Attorney Offices in New York and Pennsylvania. He has also been responsible for designing and implementing large scale data collections and imaging for multi-national corporations. Erik recieved his B.S. in Criminal Justice from the College of New Jersey along with a minor in Psychology. He earned a CFCE certification from the International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS) as well as an EnCE certification from Guidance Software (Encase). Erik is a member of the following organizations: International Association for Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS), High Technology Crime Investigator's Association - Northeast Chapter (HTCIA) and InfraGard.
Kristen Waters
Kristen Waters, a consultant with Capsicum Group, LLC, has extensive experience in the investigative field. After graduating in 2004 from Monmouth University with a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, she worked for a New Jersey based firm where she was involved in investigative research and analysis tasks related to commercial litigation and internal/external investigations including toxic tort claims, environmental liability, employee investigations and business intelligence, as well as various computer forensics investigations. At Capsicum, she currently assists with computer forensics, digital investigation services and electronic discovery cases. Kristen is also a member of the High Technology Crime Investigator’s Association – Northeast Chapter (HTCIA).
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