Frank formed Applied Visions in 1987 with the goal of building a world-class software technology company, where top developers could create cutting-edge software in a supportive environment tailored to their needs. From 1982 to 1987 Frank managed software development for the Video Products Division of the Chyron Corporation, where he was responsible for the organization and management of a software development team for this newly formed division of the industry-leading maker of computer graphics equipment for television and video production. The Video Products Division provided low-cost, high-quality versions of the company's flagship high-end product, aimed at offering small video production facilities the same image quality (at lower speed) as their broadcast network counterparts. Prior to that, from 1978 to 1982, Frank was a senior software developer for the Simulation Systems Division of Gould Inc. (formerly Hydrosystems Inc.), a leading manufacturer of simulation and training equipment for the military. There he participated in the analysis, design, and development of software for real-time simulators of aircraft, ships, and nuclear power plants. He was also involved in the development of a real-time visual display system for use in aircraft and gunnery simulators, creating a true "virtual reality" experience. Frank attended the State University of New York at Stony Brook, receiving his Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering in 1981, followed by his Master of Science in Computer Science in 1982. |