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Empowering Learning Through Technology

At LTA Tech Services, we understand the unique technology challenges facing today’s educational institutions in an ever-evolving digital landscape. Our comprehensive IT solutions help schools, colleges, and universities create secure, efficient, and engaging learning environments for students and educators. We support institutions in modernizing their infrastructure while maintaining reliability and performance.
Our solutions are designed to simplify operations, reduce administrative workload, and improve collaboration across departments. We also help maximize limited resources through scalable and cost-effective technology strategies. At the same time, we prioritize data security and compliance to protect sensitive student and institutional information.

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With experience in both technical implementation and classroom teaching, LTA delivers technology solutions tailored specifically to educational needs:

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Educational Infrastructure Management

Build reliable foundations for learning

Reduce IT-related classroom disruptions

Decrease network downtime

Support more devices without bandwidth issues

Enable secure access from anywhere, on any device

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Education Security Solutions

Protect student data and institutional resources

Reduce data breach risk with education-specific security programs

Comply with FERPA, COPPA, and other educational privacy regulations

Protect sensitive research data and intellectual property

Implement age-appropriate content filtering and monitoring

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Digital Learning Environments

Create engaging, accessible learning experiences

Increase student engagement through interactive technologies

Improve accessibility for students with diverse learning needs

Reduce course material costs through digital resources

Enable seamless transitions between in-person and remote learning

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Education Analytics & Reporting

Transform data into student success

Identify at-risk students earlier with predictive analytics

Improve retention rates through targeted interventions

Generate required compliance reports faster

Deliver actionable insights to educators and administrators

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Classroom & Lab Technology

Modern learning spaces for modern students

Design and implement state-of-the-art computer labs and STEM facilities

Create collaborative learning spaces with integrated technology

Reduce technology deployment time with standardized solutions

Maximize technology investment with scalable, adaptable designs

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Administrative Systems Integration

Streamline operations to focus on education

Reduce administrative workload

Integrate student information systems with learning management platforms

Automate routine tasks and reporting requirements

Improve communication between departments and stakeholders

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Technology Planning & Budgeting

Maximize limited resources

Develop sustainable technology plans aligned with educational goals

Identify and secure available technology grants and funding

Reduce technology total cost of ownership

Create transparent, predictable IT budgets

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The LTA Education Advantage

Our team brings together unique expertise in both technology implementation and classroom teaching. With team members who have served as adjunct professors at multiple universities, including Austin Peay State University, Strayer University, Stratford University, and Tennessee State University, we understand the real-world challenges educators face.

This dual perspective allows us to deliver solutions that not only meet technical requirements but also address the practical needs of teachers, professors, administrators, and students.

Contact us today for an educational technology assessment and discover how LTA Tech Services can help your institution enhance learning through technology.

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Kirsha Wilson‑Smith

Executive Administrator

Kirsha Wilson‑Smith serves as the Executive Administrator for LTA Tech Services, where she supports daily operations, executive coordination, and client communication for the company. She brings a strong background in both the medical field and community service, with more than 15 years of experience training employees and medical providers on billing and claims systems. Kirsha holds a bachelor's degree in finance with a concentration in Accounting and applies her analytical and organizational strengths to enhance efficiency across the organization.

Beyond her work in the tech sector, Kirsha is the co‑founder of Nurture House Group, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to empowering youth. She is a proud member of Clarksville Sunrise Rotary and a member of the Clarksville Leadership Class of 2026. Kirsha also serves on several community boards, including the F.U.E.L. Board, the Rotary Action Group for Mental Health Committee, the Community Advisory Board, and the Montgomery County Youth Coalition. Additionally, she serves as Chair of the Foster Care Review Board.

Outside of her professional and community roles, Kirsha enjoys spending quality time with family and friends, laughing, playing golf, watching football, and supporting all things, Auburn.

OFFICE LOCATION

30 Crossland Avenue, Suite 202, Clarksville, TN 37040

Phone: (931) 542-4644

Email: contact@lta-services.com

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Leonard Tharpe

Founder & CEO

Leonard is the Founder of Len Tharpe and Associates, LLC (dba LTA Tech Services). Responsibilities include selecting and implementing suitable technology to streamline an organization’s operations and to optimize their strategic benefits by designing and customizing technological systems and platforms to improve customer experience. LTA’s services include data management/analytics, managed services, cyber security, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Robotic Process Automation (RPA), IT staffing, web development, IT training and consulting. He recently opened an office in Clarksville. He also heads up a technology training nonprofit (Tech Adventurer Center) that provides technology training and awareness to those that generally don’t have the access or resources needed to stay abreast of emerging technologies. He and his wife Stephanie currently live in Gallatin, TN.

EDUCATION

Leonard received a BS degree in Computer Science from Austin Peay State University. He received a MS degree in Management Information Systems from the University of Southern California and a MS degree in Computer Science from the U.S. Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, California.

He also attended the Dartmouth College Minority Business Executive Program. He completed the TN HIMSS/Belmont University Health Information Technology (HIT) Accelerator Certificate Program.

BUSINESS EXPERIENCE

Leonard has over 40 years of experience in various areas of computer science and information technologies, serving in both technical and management positions.

He served as President and CEO of Brandon Technology Consulting, Incorporated (BTC) from 2000–2017, a company he founded. BTC provided Information Technology services to the Military Health Systems (TRICARE), Nashville International Airport, Air Force Medical Systems, the Veterans Administration, Department of Defense, and a wide range of commercial and non-profit organizations.

He is currently an Adjunct Professor at Austin Peay State University (Computer Science) and Trevecca Nazarene University (Healthcare IT) in Nashville. He also taught IT courses at Strayer University, Stratford University, Tennessee State University, and The Learning Tree, International.

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS

Leonard’s professional associations include the Nashville Technology Council (NTC), Healthcare Information Management Systems Society (HIMSS), American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE), Information Systems Security Association (ISSA), The Institute for Robotics Process Automation & Artificial Intelligence (RPA/AI), and the Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce.

MILITARY SERVICE

Leonard served 20 years in the United States Army. In the Army he worked in the areas of information technology, acquisition and procurement, communications-electronics, and field artillery. His military assignments included The Pentagon where he served at the Army Strategic and Advanced Computing Center, and the Army Artificial Intelligence Center. He also served at the Army Information Systems Management Activity at Fort Monmouth, NJ; and the Army Information Systems Support Group in Hawaii.

His military awards and decorations include the Legion of Merit, Meritorious Service Medal, Joint Services Commendation Medal, and Army Commendation Medal.

OFFICE LOCATION

30 Crossland Avenue, Suite 202, Clarksville, TN 37040

Phone: (931) 542-4644

Email: contact@lta-services.com