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Serving Communities Through Secure, Efficient Technology

At LTA Tech Services, we understand the unique challenges facing today’s local governments. Our comprehensive IT solutions help municipalities, counties, and public agencies deliver better citizen services, ensure transparency, and maximize taxpayer resources while meeting strict security and compliance requirements.

Emergency Response

Enable first responders and city departments to react quickly and coordinate effectively during critical incidents.

Community Engagement

Improve communication between local government and residents with tools that keep everyone informed and supported.

Leveraging Technology & Automation

Local Government IT Services

Empowering local governments with reliable technology to manage emergencies, serve communities, and operate critical departments efficiently.

Local Government

Integrated Disaster Management Systems

Support preparedness, response, and coordination during natural or man-made disasters with centralized digital tools.

Real-time incident tracking

Resource and personnel management

Emergency alerts and notifications

Situation reporting dashboards

Secure data sharing

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Local Government

Unified Government Operations

Connect multiple departments on a single platform to improve collaboration and service delivery.

Inter-department communication tools

Document and record management

Workflow automation

Role-based access control

Reporting and analytics

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Local Government

Secure Election Technology Support

Ensure accurate, transparent, and reliable election operations with secure IT infrastructure.

Voter data management

System monitoring and support

Secure network setup

Data backup and recovery

Compliance-ready systems

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Local Government

Critical Services Operations Management

Support essential city services with dependable systems that enable fast response and coordinated operations.

Dispatch and response coordination

Asset and equipment tracking

Communication systems support

Scheduling and workforce management

Real-time reporting

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Local Government

Business Continuity & Recovery Solutions

Protect critical government systems and restore operations quickly after disruptions.

Data backup and restoration

Disaster recovery planning

System redundancy

Downtime reduction

Secure offsite storage

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The LTA Local Government Advantage

Our team brings a unique combination of public and private sector experience, allowing us to understand both the technical requirements and the public service mission of local government. With core values of integrity, accountability, and community, we align perfectly with the principles that guide good governance.
Our experience serving military and federal agencies translates to an understanding of security requirements and compliance frameworks that affect local government, while our business experience ensures solutions that maximize limited resources and deliver meaningful ROI.
Contact us today for a local government IT assessment and discover how LTA Tech Services can help your organization better serve your community through secure, efficient technology solutions.
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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