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John Heyman oversaw Radiant Systems' growth from the emergence of a start-up company to its sale to Atlanta-based NCR Corp for $1.3 billion. Since its sale, John formed Actuate Partners, an investment firm focused on the technology sector. He also is the Chairman of MEDSEEK, Inc. a provider of technology to the health care industry. Prior to founding Actuate, Mr. Heyman served as CEO of Radiant Systems, Inc. During his 17-year tenure, Mr. Heyman led the company through its early growth phase, a public offering and its evolution to a $400 million business. At the time of its sale, the company was the leading provider of technology solutions to the retail and hospitality industry. Mr. Heyman led the growth of the business by entering new vertical markets, enabling the company to reach the small business community, expanding globally, launching new products and acquiring over 15 companies, including 3 outside the U.S.