After graduating from Texas A&M University with a B.B.A. in finance, Lisa began her career in the construction accounting industry in 1991 with Business Software, Inc. Her software experience includes working with Software Shop Systems’ TCM Software, QuickBooks Accounting Software, and Maxwell Systems Software.

Lisa joined NEXTSYSTEMS in 1997 as a systems trainer and quickly mastered the Deltek + ComputerEase Software System. As our client base grew there was a need to have an in-house programmer to write custom reports for our client’s specific needs and to develop a data conversion system so new clients did not have to re-key all their important data from their legacy systems. 

Lisa stepped up to the challenge and to date has written over 1,000 custom reports and completed hundreds of data conversions—on time and on budget.

Nancy Perry has worked in the construction industry since 1998. Her experience includes operations management for two large roofing contractors in the Austin area where Deltek + ComputerEase was the software of choice.

Nancy joined NEXTSYSTEMS in 2006. With hands-on experience from the other side of the fence, she is able to bring a unique perspective and a special empathy to our customers’ needs having walked in their shoes.

Nancy is also bi-lingual in English and Spanish which provides additional comfort for our bi-lingual contractors

Christi Novak attended Alvin Community College studying Business Law.

Christi has worked in the construction industry for more than 11 years using the Deltek + ComputerEase accounting software. Over the 11 years she gained great experience working and training several employees on Deltek + ComputerEase software. Christi joined NEXTSYSTEMS in 2012. Christi's primary focus is working with new customers on implementation and training of our Deltek + ComputerEase products.

Christi has several certifications from Texas Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) including certified to teach OSHA 30.  Has also completed OSHA Train the trainer, OSHA 3110, OSHA Fall Protection, Scaffold Safety and Industrial Hygiene courses.

Houston attended of Oklahoma State University. He worked as an accountant in Dallas as well as at The University of Texas at Austin for several years before he was hired by the Texas Veterinary Medical Association to implement their new SBT accounting software system.

Once their transition to the new system was complete, Houston spent the next three years implementing SBT accounting systems with a focus in the manufacturing and construction industries. Houston's father was a contractor, he was often pulled in to help solve the crisis of the day. Houston joined NEXTSYSTEMS in 2000 and in 2007 he became one of only 400 professionals to receive accreditation from CFMA as a Certified Construction Financial Professional.

Ken started in the Security System industry. During his 6-year career with National Powerhouse Emergency Networks, he gained experience in operations and commercial and residential consulting as well as being their west coast trainer for Sales and Marketing.

Ken has been with NEXTSYSTEMS since 2001 and his strong knowledge of the construction industry makes him a valuable asset to our team. Part of Ken's responsibility is making follow up calls to each new customer after the first 60 days training and again after the wrap up meeting to report back to our Customer Service staff critical feedback about how we are doing and to insure we maintain delivering our high quality service on a consistent basis.

With a B.B.A. in Accounting from Texas A&M University, Donna has been NEXTSYSTEMS' CPA since 1998 and was also Mr. Leavitt's CPA when he was a contractor and land developer. 

Donna has worked in local public accounting for her entire career.  As owner of Donna Holiday Wesling, CPA, she provides tax and accounting services to small businesses and investors, including many in the real estate and construction industries. 

Donna served as 2011-2012 Chairman of the Board for the Texas Society of CPAs (TSCPA) during 2011-2012, one of the largest professional CPA organizations in the country. 

Donna can be contacted at www.weslingcpa.com.

Jeff Service has worked in the construction industry since 1988. His field experience included positions as laborer, accountant, and operations manager.  Jeff has spent over 15 years working with contractors helping them find solutions to their everyday challenges. Jeff joined the NEXTSYSTEMS TEAM in 2012. 

Even though his degree is in accounting, Jeff has always gravitated towards the operational side of the construction industry.  Jeff says “Working in the field, I was taught very early on that it’s all about daily production and being as efficient as possible with every man hour.