The Acuity Technologies Leadership Team

Meet the team.

Any company can have policies and procedures, high-tech tools, and flashy marketing. In the end, it's the people that make the difference. At Acuity Technologies, we know our people are responsible for our success. Their resourcefulness and commitment to doing the job right is the reason we still get to do what we do.

Take a moment to meet a few of them.

Josh Anderson — CEO

Josh is the founder and CEO of Acuity Technologies. Without bills tying him down (and not knowing any better), he left college early to start his first company, CDSI. Several years and many mistakes later, Acuity Technologies (née Telephony Partners) was born. Josh is an instrument-rated private pilot, an avid road biker, amateur motorcycle racer, and thoroughly enjoys his coffee addiction (that's the sound you often hear if you call our offices around 2pm).

Courtney Cress — Vice President, Operations

Courtney brings 15+ years of performance driven experience in the Voice, Data, and Wireless industry to Acuity. Prior to joining the team, Courtney was the Telecom Technical Director for the 8th Largest CPA firm whom acquired her Telecom Audit and Consulting practice. Courtney has owned and operated 5 businesses, 4 of which were built from the ground up within the Telecommunications industry. Courtney’s life purpose is to remove all barriers and bias creating a world of hope, love and success by inspiring others to reach their goals and dreams through sharing her experiences and gift of influence one small impactful interaction at a time. She strives to be a true servant leader and values the importance of being a perpetual student. Outside of the office, Courtney is a mother to two beautiful girls. She gives back to the community as a sponsor, mentor and coach for women and children suffering from addiction, domestic violence, or other life-threatening circumstances.

Brian Darby — Controller

Brian brings over 10 years of financial management experience and has held a number of SEC Reporting and Accounting positions with leading private-equity sponsored and public companies. He is a Certified Public Accountant, Certified Valuation Analyst, and a Chartered Global Management Accountant. Brian graduated from the University of Houston with a bachelors’ degree in Accounting and Finance. He was born and raised in Austin, Texas before leaving for Houston to go to school. He lived in Houston for 13 years before moving to Tampa with his amazing wife and kids to pursue a dream of working and living close to the beach. Outside of the office, Brian enjoys giving back to the community through his church and going to the beach as often as possible.

Shannon Cleveland — Director of Expense Management

Shannon has over 20 of years experience working in sales and customer service positions with an extensive background in telecommunications. As Director of Expense Management, Shannon leverages her auditing expertise by helping customers consolidate, optimize, and manage their mobility expenses. Shannon likes to play pool in her spare time and often participates in competitive tournaments.

Matthew Villeneuve — Service Desk Manager

Matt was born and raised in Schenectady, NY. He relocated Tampa, FL in 2010 after finishing his studies at the University of Albany. Matt has a passion for finance and technology which he applies to his daily life at Acuity. In his spare time, you can find him enjoying the beautiful Florida weather with his wife, Chantal and Mini Pomeranian, Meeko. Matt is also an AVID Dallas Cowboys and fantasy football fan.